Annie Elliott Design
Greater Washington DC
Sometimes, you just need a refresh. If you have excellent quality furniture and you still love it, there’s no reason not to incorporate it into a new design. That’s what we did in this master bedroom. We rearranged the bed, bedside tables, and three dressers, and we changed everything else: the carpeting, window treatments, bedding, …
Don’t miss the July issue of Washingtonian Magazine, in which one of our recent projects is featured. I blogged about it not too long ago…light wallpaper, upholstered furniture, and a lighter floor helped transform a dark, formal dining room into a cheerful, multi-purpose space. So thanks again, Washingtonian and Jennifer Sergent! The article isn’t online, …
Our lovely clients had a dining room that wasn’t working for them. It was formal and dark, with red walls and heavy wood furniture. Even the black and white floor — a look I usually love — was tired. Using our magic bossy powers, we transformed this formal dining room into what we now call …
Thanks, Washington Post and Mari-Jane Williams! It was a kick and an honor to be the guest designer for House Calls last week. Who doesn’t love a makeover? Be sure and click through to the article to see the specific pieces we recommended — it’s a very budget-friendly design! And quite a dramatic improvement, if I …
Thank you, House Beautiful online! I’m very proud to be featured in Lauren Smith’s article about interior designers’ favorite ways to impact a room in a big way — on a small budget. You have exactly one guess as to what my #1 tip is. That’s right: paint ;) But there are more! Check out the article when …
Dear Living Room, I love you. But I haven’t always. You’re not easy, you know. When we bought this house at the end of 2004, I didn’t know what to do with you. You’re north-facing. You’re almost square. You have a corner fireplace – and you know how tricky those can be. You have a …
Oh, repulsive may be a bit strong. Let’s say, “unattractive.” Or even, “unfortunate.” So. What does one do with unfortunate bathroom tile? Here are bossy color’s top 4 coping mechanisms, from most involved to least. #1: REGLAZING I recommend reglazing with this caveat: you must hire a reputable glazing company, which makes this neither a …
