Should You Remodel a Home for Yourself or for Resale Value?

When I meet with a residential client for the first time, I sometimes get asked if their ideas for improving their home are crazy. They’re worried that they’ll regret their decision if they ever decide to sell their home.

homeownerShila GriffithApril 7, 2020remodel, real estate, section2Comment

Education + Testing for Certified Interior Designers vs. Interior Decorators

As a business owner, I find myself frequently explaining that although I can decorate, I am a certified interior designer, not an interior decorator.

business, homeownerShila GriffithMarch 17, 2020interior design, interior designer, not a decorator, section2Comment

3 Things that Can Make Working from Home Better

I didn’t always have a design studio in Riverton. When I left my full-time job to focus on SG23 Design I had a home office for years.

business, homeownerShila GriffithMarch 12, 2020workspace, business, homeowner, entrepreneur, section2Comment

How to Choose the Location of a Painted Accent Wall

So you’re excited about your statement accent wall in either your home or workplace, but how do you choose which wall will have the most impact?

business, homeownerShila GriffithMarch 3, 2020accent wall, paint, section2, businessComment

Why a Small Bathroom Doesn’t Necessarily Cost Less to Renovate

There’s a common misconception that because a bathroom is small it’s going to cost significantly less to renovate.

homeownerShila GriffithFebruary 18, 2020bathroom, tile, section2, renovation, homeownerComment

The Safest Rooms to be Bold with Color

Some feel that they need to take baby steps toward utilizing daring colors in their home.

homeownerShila GriffithJanuary 23, 2020section2Comment

Why You Should Make Product, Material, and Finish Selections BEFORE Starting Construction

When I’m on Facebook, I often see posts on neighborhood pages that are asking for contractor recommendations. I immediately think, did they make any of their selections yet? If not, the project already isn’t running as smoothly as they think.

homeowner, businessShila GriffithJanuary 7, 2020design, contractor, interiordesign, construction, section2Comment

Why Contractors Aren't Calling You Back

One common complaint of homeowners itching to get a project started is that contractors are not calling them back or providing them with quotes. There are three major reasons why you may have been left hanging.

homeowner, businessShila GriffithDecember 17, 2019contractors, contractor, contruction, renovation, homeowner, business, section2Comment

How I Designed a Room Inspired by One Piece of Artwork

Although my job goes well beyond choosing colors for a space, I find it’s one of the decisions that overwhelm my clients the most.

homeownerShila GriffithDecember 3, 2019section2, color, living room, homeowner, artworkComment

Typical Renovation Process + Tasks

Embarking on a renovation can be intimidating—there are a lot of little decisions that need to be made and if they aren’t well thought out, they can have a negative impact on the project.

business, homeownerShila GriffithNovember 26, 2019homeowner, business, schedule, infographic, section2Comment

When to Consider a Custom Bathroom Vanity

You have an idea of what you want your new vanity to look like, but you can’t find it anywhere! And none of the vanities that you are finding look nearly as great as those in the bathroom images you’re saving on Pinterest. So how do you get exactly what you want?

homeownerShila GriffithNovember 19, 2019homeowner, section2, bathroom, vanity, customComment

Bar Stools vs. Counter Stools

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that sometimes I use my Instagram Stories to point out design mishaps. More recently, I went to pick up lunch and ran into the most uncomfortable seating situation.

business, homeownerShila GriffithNovember 12, 2019stools, barstools, counterstools, kitchen, bar, seating, section2, business, homeownerComment

3 Major Master Bedroom Upgrades for Better Sleep

The return on your investment is most apparent in spaces where you spend the most time. One of those spaces is the bedroom.

homeownerShila GriffithOctober 22, 2019section2, bedroom, sleepComment

Guest Blog Post: What to Consider When Choosing Wedding Wall Art

When done properly displaying your wedding photos can serve not only as a visual reminder of your day but can also add to the style of your home.

inspiration, homeownerShila GriffithFebruary 12, 2019section2, accent wall, art, coupleComment

Light Fixture Types

Lighting is one of those elements that can make or break the look of your interior. Choose the light fixture that will best compliment your space from a functional and aesthetic standpoint.

knowledge, business, homeownerShila GriffithJanuary 29, 2019section2, lighting, both, business, homeowner, light fixtureComment

A Custom Mid-Century Modern Vanity + Cabinet

When I was designing a new bathroom for my clients none of the vanities we looked at felt right for the space. Fortunately, I can design custom furniture, so my client got exactly what they wanted.

inspiration, homeownerShila GriffithJanuary 22, 2019section2, bathroomComment