Deanna On Design

As we approach a parent's favorite (or worst) time of year...the upcoming start of the school year...many are confronted w/what to do w/a now empty room.  In homes where space isn't an option, a parent can just keep the room as their child left it...however, in most space-challenged homes, there is a plethora of activities fighting for the chance for a space of their own.  In today's episode, get some tips on how to transform into a year-round used space that can still accomodate your child when they come home from school & not be regulated to the couch.

Interior & exterior doors is the topic of today's discussion.  Learn which way a door should open/close, how to add some bling & how to choose the right door. 

DeAnnaj ust returned fromth e Spring High Point Furniture Market...joinhe r todayt o find out what was HOT, HOT, HOT...& what you'll be seeing in furniture & accessories for fall 2014.

In this episode, DeAnna offers tips on how to get your home & yard ready for SPRING (yes, it WILL arrive one day!).  Tips include how to effectively clutter-bust, basic home maintainence & some easy, inexpensive DIY projects to change up the energy of your space to promote positive health & growth.

In this episode learn some of the tips that DeAnna shares w/her clients when making the all-important decision on what home to buy...HINT: it's not about granite countertops or the seller's collections!

Learn what's HOT for outdoor living spaces for 2014 in today's episode.

Finishing up on our kitchen & bath theme since KBIS, in this episode, I'd like to introduce some tips for you to implement to help make any guest feel welcome in your home.

Learn what's hot & what's not for kitchen builds & remodels according to builders & kitchen designers.  From style & color choices to THE must-haves in EVERY kitchen!

DeAnna just got back from Vegas, baby, Vegas for the 2014 KBIS show (Kitchen & Bath Industry Show) & she's here to tell you what she saw, her thoughts & what you can expect to see if remodeling/renovating your kitchen &/or bath is on your agenda for this year.

In today's episode, learn how to incorporate the Year of the Wood Horse in your 2014 design decor! 

In today's episode, learn about creating a DESIGN Vision Board to help visualize your DESIGN goals for the new year!  Find out WHAT a Vision Board is, how to create one & how it will help you achieve your DESIGN goals for the new year.

In today's episode, we start our new  year w/a new series, Clutter & Weight Loss!  2 of THE most popular new year's resolutions, & 2 of the most UN-resolved issues of all of us.  Find out HOW they're related & some easy clutter-busting tips to get you started on your detoxing of your personal space & your inner space to a trimmer, leaner & healthier YOU

In this episode, get some easy-to-implement Feng Shui & healthy home design tips for a Thanksigiving holiday sure to garnish the host w/much THANKS for hosting the event!  Tips include: how to display family photos to happily activate the FAMILY Life Areaholiday appropriate place settings/markersFeng Shui tips to decorate your space for ABUNDANCE

In today's episode, I discuss tips on getting your home ready to sell as the housing market is taking an uptick in many markets across the US.  Some highlights include: Do I HAVE to do everything my realtor suggestsWhat potential buyers are REALLY looking atWhat projects will get you close to 100% ROI & are worth doingInexpensive projects that you can DIY for maximum impact

Yep...you read correctly!  This topic has been one that I've been working on for the past few years...not just your overall physical & mental health, but your actual weight.  The more research I did & the more I integrated Eastern & Western modalities (think EFT, affirmations, Feng Shui...) with other health & life issues (money, relationships...) I thought "why not for losing weight?".  THIS is what I came up with & it's amazing!  This will be a brief introduction to what I'll be introducing on a greater scale next year in the form of workshops, book & maybe even a LIVE event!

Hi All- In today's episode learn more about what to expect in terms of COLOR for 2014 & what you'll be seeing in furniture colors/patterns & accessories.

In today's episode, learn some tips to get your home ready for FALL.  Tips will help save on utility costs & prevent expensive repairs due to neglect in the future.

In this episode, DeAnna discusses how to implement eco-friendly, sustainable & GREEN into your Halloween & FALL decor for you interiors & exteriors!

Join DeAnna for pt 2 in the Healthy Down-Sizing features w/guest & fellow designer, Linda Hunt of Creatively Yours Custom.  In this segment, DeAnna & Linda discuss the "practicals" of getting ready for the move...time-lines, when to get help & calls to action so you're not left at the last minute with no place to live & just haphazardly throwing items out or donating because you have nowhere to store it.

DeAnna's back from KBIS!!  Hear some of the highlights & low-lights from this annual mecca event for all who love kitchens, bath & being inspired by cool design & technology!