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Lemontine Design
9 min read
Finding Your Interior Design Style: The Ultimate Guide to Blending Trends
Uncover your unique design style with our guide to the latest trends. From Japandi to Biophilic Bliss, learn how to blend styles for a space

Lemontine Design
8 min read
Ace the Campus Life: Shopping For The College Dorm Room
Graduation is over- what is next? Preparing for life in a dorm room and meeting your new life!


Lemontine Design
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Project Deep Dive: Creating A Design Experience
My goal was to create a space that would give Torey’s clients an experience from the minute they walked up to the front door.

Nicole Karnes
5 min read
Organizing Holiday Decor: 5 Ways to Help The 'Future You'
Tips on how to store your holiday decor so it is organized and you are ready for a new fresh year to start.


Nicole Karnes
7 min read
Selecting Paint for Your Home's Personality, Curb Appeal, + Resale Value
Have you ever painted an entire space solely off a paint chip selection? I am here to say, DON'T DO IT. And here is why! Once upon a...


Lemontine Design
5 min read
Flip The Switch On Your Mood: A Guide On Lighting
Let’s shed some light on the magic of home illumination~ Picture this: you’ve painstakingly selected the perfect paint color, carefully...


Nicole Karnes
5 min read
What is a Design Process: The A's to Your Q's About Working with an Interior Designer
I’m sure at this point, (especially if you’ve been following me on social media and reading my blog) there is a lot you already know...

Lemontine Design
5 min read
Working With A Designer: Using Mood Boards To Create A Space YOU Love
Mood boards have almost always been a thing. They are a great way to ask yourself the hard questions, pull visual representations of what...

Nicole Karnes
5 min read
My Vegas Design Market Recap: What I See for 2023 Trends
I just returned from The Las Vegas Design Market where I successfully wound my way through 3 huge buildings of showrooms — not to mention...


Lemontine Design
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Transforming Small Spaces with Minimal Remodeling
Transform your space in small ways to create a big impact!

Nicole Karnes
2 min read
Don't Get FOMO~ Join Us For A Holiday Pop-Up Shop Event In NW Portland and See The New Project!
Do you love good design, good botox, good friends and shopping with a purpose? LET'S POP SOME CHAMPAGNE AND CELEBRATE TOGETHER I was...


Nicole Karnes
4 min read
Holiday Entertaining with Blue Pheasant (And Some Other Favorites)
It's the holiday entertaining season and there is so much to look forward to. Good food, of course, lovely company, and (my favorite...

Nicole Karnes
3 min read
Capturing the Cabin Feel For the Perfect Autumn
The colder months are here and we will soon be celebrating the holidays and settling in for winter. This means more dinner parties, lots...


Nicole Karnes
4 min read
Shopping for Home Decor - What is your style? This or That?
Okay, so, I’m not here to tell you what to buy, but I know that shopping for home décor can be a bit stressful. It can also get out of...

Nicole Karnes
2 min read
Inspiration For Styling Your Home To Create An Earthy Vibe
I love to curate products like I am placing them in my own home. I look for unique pieces that add character or texture by adding...


Nicole Karnes
2 min read
Styling a Coffee Table: 3 Things To Keep In Mind
Second only to the kitchen as a prime hub of your home, the living room is a place to gather and grow. You want this space to be...

Nicole Karnes
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The New–Build and "A Destination Experience"
Often, when I am selecting hard surfaces such as flooring or tile for a new home, I ask myself what experience do I want this house to...


Nicole Karnes
2 min read
CREATING MAGICAL MOMENTS WITH YOUR FAMILY.
I don’t know about you, but watching the awe + wonder in my childrens' eyes is one of the most magical parts of Christmas. Wouldn’t it be...


Nicole Karnes
2 min read
What is the Best Shade of White for Paint for my Wall?
Does the idea of picking paint give you hives? Well, if this question seems a tad dramatic, pardon the hyperbole — but all that tells me...


Nicole Karnes
1 min read
THE "MUST HAVES" OF THE SEASON
Christmas is for giving, but between the onslaught of toy catalogs, you-tubers and influencers who have your kids undivided attention,...


Nicole Karnes
2 min read
FINDING COZY (EVEN IN THE CHAOS).
Trying to keep our space cozy for the holidays isn’t always the easiest feat — and I’m not talking about finding cute décor — I’m talking...
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