Designer’s Corner

The Best Boozy Gifts for Everyone On Your List

By Elaine Raffel / December 19, 2021 /

F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote in 1922 novel The Beautiful and Damned: “Here’s to alcohol, the rose-colored glasses of life.” We couldn’t agree more—which is why, when it comes to boozy gifts, we’re all in.

Homes With This Color Inside Are Worth More

By Elaine Raffel / December 12, 2021 /

Next year’s Pantone Color of the Year comes with an unprecedented twist. For the first time, the arbiter of all things color invented a totally new hue: Veri Peri, a vibrant periwinkle with violet undertones.

Top Realtors Have a Gift For Giving

By Elaine Raffel / December 5, 2021 /

Successful Realtors have one thing in common: The ability to stay top-of-mind. Holiday gifting is a great opportunity to thank clients for their business—not to mention, keep you on top of their referral list.

Good News: There’s No Shortage of Stylish Holiday Ornaments

By Elaine Raffel / November 28, 2021 /

By now we’ve all heard about supply chain issues—including a shortage of Christmas trees. If you haven’t already got yours, act fast. According to the American Christmas Tree Association (and yes, there really is such an organization), this is not the year to leave it to the last minute. What’s the problem? For starters, inclement…

Get Lit This Holiday With A Little Help From These Seasoned Pros

By Elaine Raffel / November 21, 2021 /

Even before we finished the last of the Halloween candy, Christmas lights appeared—in spades. And why not? Holiday décor is fun and festive, not to mention, a hugely successful business for many local designers and entrepreneurs.