We're here to have a candid conversation about home additions and why the concept of resale value shouldn't dictate your design choices. So grab your favorite cup of sustainably sourced coffee and settle in, because we're about to dive into the realm of design that's all about YOU, not those potential future buyers.

When it comes to designing beautiful and functional spaces, interior designers and architects are often praised for their creativity, attention to detail, and ability to bring a vision to life. This profession possess a versatile skill set, encompassing everything from conceptualizing layouts to selecting materials and coordinating construction. We are true jacks of all trades in the world of design. However, it is important to understand that we are masters of none, and that's not necessarily a bad thing.

When it comes to undertaking a new construction project, whether it's a residential home or a commercial building, one crucial step that often gets overlooked or underestimated is the permitting process. Building permits are the official documents required by local or state authorities that grant permission for construction or renovation work to begin. While it may seem like a hassle or unnecessary red tape, proper permitting is essential for a variety of reasons. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of the permitting process and provide some valuable insights to streamline your new construction project.

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a major concern in our homes. They are released as gases from various household items like paint, cleaning products, furniture, and air fresheners. These chemicals contribute to indoor air pollution and can harm our health, causing respiratory issues, headaches, and even cancer with long-term exposure.

We visit several homes without any range hoods. Nothing, Nada. Moreover, the nearest smoke detector to the kitchen is the first to be removed. We don’t want the detector blaring when we burn a piece of toast after all, right? If our cooking produces enough smoke to set off the smoke detector, imagine what it's doing to our bodies.

We’ve had introductory meetings with several potential clients who are enthusiastic about remodeling their new homes but, after doing some digging, then find out that the dreams for their new home aren’t possible. Of course, it can be heartbreaking to the new owners and, honestly, we hate delivering bad news like that. If only we all had done that research earlier!

Eternal skeptics here at Waldron Designs, we jumped into scientific papers and decided to establish the validity of Chromotherapy, and we’re excited to share what we found with you, because some of this is what we expected, but most of it is not!

We all have our own personal styles at Waldron Designs, but in the end, what we design is tailored to what our clients desire and what suits their styles. That said, when it comes to lighting, I’m a “go big or disappear” kinda gal. I love light fixtures that fill a space and steal the show. It is light after all, one of the most wonderful things we can have in an interior space. So, why not go big? 

We will never advise anything beyond exposing ourselves naturally to… nature. No shoving nature in our ears or up our noses for health causes. How about if we just… sit in the sun?

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. 

Contrast… what’s the big deal? I mean, look at all the beautiful homes that are monochromatic and provide an incredible zen feeling due to the lack of contrast. Why would we want to break up that peaceful aesthetic by introducing contrast?

When doing an interior site visit, it is not unusual for our team to walk to the windows and take in the view. While it may seem strange for our interior designers to stare out the window on an interior design visit, the truth is that it may be one of the most important considerations we make.