by Pamela Hope Designs | Jul 13, 2015 | Furniture
Getting started on a new interior design project is exciting and a lot of fun! As you get those creative juices flowing, it’s important to sit down and create a budget. Your budget will help you make the best decisions when choosing pieces for your room. Below are a...
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jul 8, 2015 | Remodeling
The wallpaper you choose for a room can set the tone for the space. Depending on your personal style and what you have in mind for the particular room, wallpaper can make a room appear bigger, warmer or brighter. To make a space appear bigger, choose patterns with...
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jul 1, 2015 | New Construction
After selecting our basic layout, our architect Greg Swedberg of 2Scale Architects, drew up some exterior elevations. We were so excited about that meeting because it really made the project feel like it was progressing and provide a vision of the home. We knew we...
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jun 24, 2015 | New Construction
Jon and I enjoyed meeting with our architect Greg Swedberg of 2Scale Architects. Based on his bubble diagrams and our preferred house layout, he wanted to walk around our current home and ask questions about how we live and use our space. I enjoyed that because I do...
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jun 17, 2015 | Small Spaces
As we acquire more items, our closets can turn into pure chaos and become too cluttered if we don’t have an effective storage system. There are many ways we can get and stay organized. Here are a few ideas: Small items tend to take up unnecessary spaces in drawers....
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jun 10, 2015 | Accessories
A large number of people move every year. Because of the flexibility and short-term commitment associated with renting, many people choose to rent rather than own. There can be challenges when designing a rental since there are many restrictions against adding a...
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jun 10, 2015 | News
Contractors.com chose the top five interior decorators in Houston and we made the cut! “Pamela O’Brien has been dedicated to the field of interior decorating and design ever since she was a young girl. With just a brief overview of the picture above you...
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jun 9, 2015 | News
We were recently featured in the Houston Chronicle showcasing how we transformed a spacious ranch house to a cozy home. “When Brian and Laura Minyard moved to Houston last spring, they found an ideal house for their young family. It just didn’t quite feel...
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jun 8, 2015 | Travel
We recently visited Galveston Island for a client project. While there, we realized how many fabulous restaurants this city has to offer. Here’s a list we’ve compiled featuring our favorite spots, so you can enjoy something new this summer! Happy Island Eating! 1....
by Pamela Hope Designs | Jun 3, 2015 | Interior Design Trends
There were many amazing design trends found at High Point this year, but the one that resonated the most with most designers was metallic bedding accessories. These items can easily add glamour to any bedroom because of the stylish tones and intricate textures and...