Monilog -Moniker Design Studio Blog
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Tis the Season to Decorate
It’s finally fall in San Diego - so it’s time to break out your seasonal decor. Each season brings its own particular palette, making it the perfect excuse to refresh your space with our interior design tips.
Light Fixtures in Montreal: Lighting research abroad.
Exploring Montreal with SDLA and Axis Lighting to learn about lighting design, and get inspired by the city and all its beauty.
Let the Sunshine In: Why Natural Light is Important In Your Home
From the early morning brightness to the evening's golden hour glow, natural light can shape and influence our surroundings in so many ways.
Construction Planning: Keys to Picking a Project Team
Whether you’re working on a residential remodel or hospitality design we are firm believers that the ability of a project to be delivered on time, on budget, and as designed is closely tied to the project team you assemble.
Apartment Guide: Spring Floral Design
Spring is here and there are great ways to bring the color of the season into your home
LEED - The Triple Bottom Line
People, Planet, Profit.
Our industry, products, and processes are all moving in a more sustainable direction in order to meet environmental goals and policies. As designers, it’s our job to know how to meet those goals, specify responsible materials, and inform our clients about the costs and benefits for project aspiring to LEED certification
The Art of Selecting the Right Rug for Every Room
Finding the right rug size can be tricky, we totally get it. But don't worry, I've rounded up some interior designer’s tips to help you nail down the perfect size rug for any room in your new home.
Reasons to work with a interior designer on an hourly basis
Hourly rates are often met with initial hesitation followed by a handful of questions, and rightly so. However, hourly fee structures have major upsides.
Choosing the perfect paint color for your home
Paint has the potential to drastically transform a space, yet selecting the perfect paint color for your new home can be a daunting task. Thankfully, there are a few approaches interior designers use to assist us in selecting the right paint for our projects that we can share with you.
In a World of Solid Surface Counters, Reasons to Go Natural
There’s no question that natural stone can create that high-end look you're chasing while designing your kitchen. Natural stone is a premium material that can create the “WOW” factor in an interior design. Like anything else, natural stone comes with its own set of pros and cons that you should weigh carefully when choosing finishes while planning your remodel.
How To Create Hierarchy In Interior Design
Lack of hierarchy is one the the common mistake we find home and business owners making when beginning to design a space on their own. Often, people select each component of a home or business individually as a stand out piece, wanting everything to be something special and unique.
Is Hiring an Interior Designer Worth It?
An investment in an interior designer can have many benefits in ensuring a smooth and successful project. Clients who have busy schedules, are not familiar with the construction process, and want to make sure their needs are clearly communicated to their builders find lots of value in a designer ensuring their project is money well spent.
Making The Smallest Part of Your Home, The Best Part of Your Home
In the often overlooked corners and small, awkward spaces of a home lie hidden gems waiting to be transformed into cozy retreats and intimate nooks.
Allen Residence
In regards to impactful spaces in Interior Design, entries hold a special level of impact. It’s often peoples first impression of a home but it’s also a highly functional area serving as the transitionary area for the comfort of the home and the preparation for leaving the house.
