Art for All

Alison Johnston General

FINDS FROM MINTED.COM I am currently designing a modern ranch house with a Swedish vibe (think cool grays, bright whites and lots of natural wood.) I can’t read a thing in Swedish, but Elin Lannsjö speaks my design language! Currently I am looking for artwork to finish up my furniture presentation.  I always encourage clients to look for art on …

What does it all cost? (part 4)

Alison Johnston General

Let’s look at a high end furniture budget. (For inspiration photos return to Part 1.) We’ve examined a low end furniture budget at $13/sf and a middle range from retail sources at $50/sf.   You’ve paid good money for a house and are ready to do it right.  Would you spend 5-20% of the purchase price of your home to furnish …

What does it all cost? (part 3)

Alison Johnston General

Last week we looked at low budget options for furnishing a 250sf living room. When you shop at Target and Ikea, you can expect to pay around $13/sf. Today we will look at all of the amazing retail options. I designed and priced these rooms based on Pottery Barn. But this range includes Crate and Barrel, Room and Board, West …