Phil Norman

Do I need an Architect?

This is a recent article by a local architectural firm Joseph Spierer Architects. I think it adds insight and validation on hiring a team of professionals for your job.
Do I need an Architect?
Article by Joseph Spierer
www.calarchitect.com
Most of us would agree that an architect was absolutely necessary to design the Ritz Carlton in Downtown [...]

A Modern Twist on Traditional

I’m back with another “What Inspires Me”, this week’s post is Quadrille Fabrics. There are also many coordinating fabrics in this collection ranging from very modern to transitional. The fabric line offers some wonderful graphic prints on various weights of fine linen. Depending on your tolerance or love for color and prints, I [...]

Finishing Touches

When clients are decorating their homes with me, I am a real stickler for the quality of finishes. What they show you is the depth and sophistication of the way reproductions should be finished. They stay away from the high polish, glitzy gold and one dimensional process. I require, hand rubbed, [...]