Ahuva Schmerhold

In the world of interior design, lighting is one of the most important elements for setting the tone of your home. It is never just about illumination, it is about how a space makes you feel. This is the first installment of our lighting series, where we are starting with the most critical layer: Ambient Lighting. I always tell my clients that ambient light is the "foundation" of a room. It provides the overall glow that allows you to move comfortably through your space. Whether you are in a...

Do you ever walk into your kitchen or bathroom and feel like something is just not quite right? Maybe the space feels a bit dated or it just lacks that "finished" designer look. Before you start envisioning a full renovation or an expensive paint job, I have a secret for you: look at your cabinet's hardware. Architectural Digest - Ross Group Creative I like to call hardware the "jewelry of the home." Just like the right jewelry can pull an entire outfit together, the right knobs and pulls can...

Picking the right white paint might seem like the easiest decision you’ll make for your home but any designer knows it's often the hardest. White is never just "white." It is the most complex of neutrals, changing its tone based on the natural light, surrounding colors, and even the time of day. The secret to choosing the correct white is identifying its hidden undertone. Is it cool (blue, gray, or violet), or warm (yellow, red, or brown)? Cool Whites contain gray or blue. They are crisp,...