All About Performance Fabrics
Performance fabrics have become increasingly popular and widely available for upholstery in recent years, as more and more homeowners are looking for durable and stain-resistant materials that can withstand the…
How Can an E-Designer Help With a Kitchen Renovation?
“Do you offer e-design services for kitchen renovations?” That’s a question I’ve received plenty of times over the years and the answer is…absolutely! I've tackled a good number of client kitchen projects…
2022's Most Popular Blog Posts
At the end of every year, I like to embrace my nerdy data-loving side and take a deep dive into Mix & Match’s backend analytics. Blogging weekly means I put out a LOT of content every year and it’s fun to take…
Five Design Trends I'm Loving Right Now
Though I’m not a big believer in decorating your home according to current trends, I do believe in following your gut and incorporating what you love into it. Sometimes that might mean bringing in a look or…
Dining Table Roundup - Faves in Rectangular and Round
A few weeks ago, a friend DM’d me and asked if I had any plans to do a dining table roundup for the blog. She was on the hunt for an affordable, good quality table for her home, and wanted to see what I might recommend!
Design Dilemma: What If You Love a LOT of Different Design Styles?
Last week on Instagram, I posed the question, “If you classify yourself as a home decor lover, what are your BIGGEST challenges when it comes to decorating?”…
Modern Coastal Office: The Design Board
I’m back with another update on our office addition project! In case you’re hearing about this for the first time, we’re adding on some space to our house out the back that will include a dedicated home office!…
Need Help With Lighting in Your House? I've Got You Covered.
One of the most popular topics I’ve talked over the years on the Mix & Match Design Company blog is LIGHTING! From how to choose it, to options for ceiling fixtures and fans, to pairing table lamps with end
One Bed, Three Bedroom Designs
Today’s post is all about the versatility of one piece of furniture - a lovely modern wingback upholstered bed!* This happens to be the one that we have in our master bedroom, and ever since I got it last fall, I’ve…
Cozy Modern Nursery Reveal - Version 2.0
When our son was born back in April, we were living in our little 1200 square foot row home in Philadelphia. We knew we were going to be moving to Richmond, Virginia shortly after he was born, so rather than…
Let's Design Your Patio! 3 Looks Under $3,000
Ever since I started winding down my e-design client projects in anticipation of our baby’s arrival, I’ve found myself seriously missing design work. I know I’ll be back to it this summer after maternity leave, but
What's Your Kitchen Style? Light & Bright or Dark & Dramatic?
I’ve found myself working on a lot of kitchens lately for my e-design clients and it’s been really fun! They’ve all been so different in terms of style. I’ve designed everything from a two-toned refresh with navy and …
Looking Back: The Most Popular Blog Posts of 2018
As I took a look back at the past year’s posts, it was fun to find out what your favorite posts were (based on the number of views!) and I thought I’d share the top 10 with you today! If something catches your eye, feel…
Thoughts On Using Dark Paint Colors In Your Home
I’m a self-proclaimed white and light gray paint lover, but lately I’ve been intrigued by darker shades like navy, dark charcoal, and deep green…
Five Small Space Design Ideas That Balance Style & Function
When you live in a small home, it can be tricky to figure out how to design it so that it balances style with function, but I'm here to tell you, you can have both! It's all about making the most of…