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Design-Driven Decluttering: Creating Space for What Matters

As we welcome the fresh energy of spring, it's the perfect time to reassess our living spaces and create room for what truly matters. At Waldron Designs, we believe that great design and thoughtful organization go hand in hand, working together to create spaces that are not just beautiful, but functional and nurturing.

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Sustainable Spring Cleaning

As spring approaches, it's time to refresh our living spaces. At Waldron Designs, we believe that home care isn't just about aesthetics; it's crucial for our health and the environment. Proper cleaning prevents mold, ensures clean interior air, and reduces allergies. Our commitment to sustainability drives us to create designs that honor their context while minimizing environmental impact.

Traditional spring cleaning methods often harm our planet through toxic chemicals, wastefulness, and disposable products. Instead, we advocate for eco-friendly approaches that align with our Pacific Northwest Contemporary style – minimalistic yet warm and cozy.

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Case Study: Uptown Renewal - Revitalizing a Bungalow for Modern Living with Aging in Place Considerations

Uptown Renewal transformed a 1996 bungalow in Vashon, Washington, into a modern and functional living space specifically designed for a couple planning to live in place. This project demonstrates how a thoughtful interior renovation can significantly improve a home's livability, aesthetics, and functionality while staying within a realistic budget.

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Beyond Beige: Designing Gender-Neutral Spaces That Shine

Gone are the days when design dictated a room's purpose based on pink for girls and blue for boys. Today, we're embracing a more inclusive approach to interior design, creating spaces that celebrate individuality and cater to a broader range of personalities. But how do we move beyond the default "greige" (gray-beige) palette and create gender-neutral havens that are still bursting with style?

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Designing on a Dime: Avoiding Budget Blowout When Working with Professionals

Homeownership comes with its own set of challenges, especially when embarking on renovations or building projects. While we dream of stunning transformations, reality often hits harder than anticipated, particularly when budgets go bust. This happened to a close friend recently, and their experience offers valuable lessons for anyone navigating the world of design professionals and consultants.

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Biophilic Design

The term “biophilic design” may be somewhat new, but the idea of creating healthier spaces with nature’s influence is far from new. But, what is biophilic design? We’ve heard people describe it as “bringing any element of nature into a space”, which is pretty surprising that this would be seen as some new breakthrough idea. 

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Freestanding tubs - What To Consider

Freestanding bathtubs are stunning. We see them on the covers of magazines and posted all over Instagram (with low-hanging pendants and chandeliers - another topic of concern), and we are seeing so many homes pull out those tried and true alcove tubs to replace them with the lovely freestanding tub for the experience of soaking.

Let’s be honest though, how much are we thinking about that bathing experience and what surrounds this experience? There are many reasons people get freestanding tubs, and many reasons why maybe it's just not worth it.

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Renovating Women: Being A Woman in Design and Construction

As a female designer, I found that I had to suppress my experience and knowledge when communicating with contractors. It was much more productive to plead ignorance, bat my lashes, and go along with the playful teasing often found on construction sites. I grew accustomed to being called “honey” and “kiddo” and playing up my lack of knowledge of how things were actually built to utilize their expertise.

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