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I can honestly say without Alice's help on our whole house remodel, my husband and I would probably no longer be on speaking terms. When undertaking such a large sale project there are so many decisions to make and trying to anticipate every possible future consideration would have been impossible without her experience.
- Patricia Galligan, Fremont

"OMG that was sooo fun. I can't wait to finish this room and start the next!! I had a blast and I am in love with my new space."

-Alisha Lovett, Fremont

"I highly recommend hiring Alice if you need an interior decorator or project manager. She is experienced, efficient, and looks out for your best interest. We were on a budget and she pulled it through. My clients were super excited and happy with the outcome which resulted in a great home sales price."

- Michelle Kim, Realtor

Some of you may not be motivated by doing #homepro

Some of you may not be motivated by doing #homeprojects right now but we’re all required to #stayathome through the the end of the month so take advantage of this time to upgrade your surroundings. I’ve outlined 5️⃣easy projects that you can tackle right away. Let me know which one you’ll start with and tag me in your #beforeandafter photo. I would love to see what you do! 💪🏼You can do it!! 👊🏼 #springcleaning my kitchen is my biggest project. Wish me luck!!

#MakeoverMonday #designtip: the easiest way to imm

#MakeoverMonday #designtip: the easiest way to immediately change the vibe of a room is with paint. Just like in this #livingroommakeover (Swipe right to see the before), we painted the walls a sophisticated khaki green tone, rehung their art with the proper spacing, replaced the area rug and added new accent pillows. Quick, easy and relatively inexpensive #roomrefresh. I challenge you during this #shelterinplace period to pick a room and make a quick change. The #homeimprovement and paint stores are open. Trust me, it’ll make your #stayathome time so much better. What room will you tackle first? #behindtherenovation

As much as I refer business to my Trades, it’s r

As much as I refer business to my Trades, it’s rarely reciprocated but sometimes things work out better than you think. One consulting meeting for two new build projects led to potentially two other projects. 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼I can say for certain everyone involved in the industry is looking forward to getting back to business as usual - builders, realtors, small construction teams (some are still working) but we all need suppliers and City inspectors to keep the flow going. Keeping the faith. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
First things first, choosing a front door. The architect Included a single door with sidelights in the plans but I’m thinking a double door would look nicer and give a grander look to the entry. What do you think?

Teen Girl #bedroomdesign plans... maximizing a ver

Teen Girl #bedroomdesign plans... maximizing a very small and dark space into a bright, minimal room. This is a virtual DIY plan to be implemented by the homeowner. Need a plan for your house? Let’s talk!

Since we’re all ordered to #stayhome it’s a gr

Since we’re all ordered to #stayhome it’s a great time to work on those #homeprojects that’s been on the to do list. It doesn’t have to be anything big. We painted our dining room and hung up a new canvas art over the weekend but I also replaced batteries in my ceiling lights and reorganized some drawers. It’s amazing how some inexpensive tools can make it look more tidy. What projects are you working on? #shelterinplace

Now that you have been quarantined for at least a

Now that you have been quarantined for at least a week, what would you change about your home? Or what is one change you’re so glad you made? I’d really to know... 🏠
This weekend, we painted our dining room a nice dark gray which created a beautiful moody backdrop for our @photowall_sweden #canvasart 🖼
It changed the entire vibe and I’m lovin it! Swipe through to see the before. What do you think?
#shelterinplace

Am I the only person who bought the MOST random fo

Am I the only person who bought the MOST random food for the quarantine? Why do I have apple sauce, Parmesan crisps and biscoff cookie butter? We don’t even eat apple sauce!! Everyone knows I don’t stock pile food (no Costco shopping for this girl). I definitely got bullied into a panic shop moment. Maybe we can use the apple sauce for baking and cookie butter replaced Nutella which has vanished from the shelves and the parm chips are just fun to eat. What random food did you buy in your mad dash at the grocery store?! #shelterinplace #quarantinelife

This is the current state of the #homerenovation #

This is the current state of the #homerenovation #constructioncalendar in @therenovationplanner for our #condorenovation. So many changes! 🤦🏻‍♀️ City offices are closed for two weeks which means no #inspection which then pushes subsequent work to be done. In the mean time, we will continue to work on drywall repairs, paint and flooring install. The most unfortunate part of this is how the pandemic is going to affect the #housingmarket Regardless, the upgrades will still help the future sale. We originally expected to have this project ready by the end of the month. Here’s hoping it’ll be ready by end of April. 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼 BTW this is a vacant property and only one Trade is working at a time.

Here’s a look inside our revised #therenovationp

Here’s a look inside our revised #therenovationplanner - it’s a compilation of years of experience and how I manage my client #renovationproject daily. Now available for order. Take this opportunity of gifted time to plan your next #homerenovation project. #linkinbio

After an aggravating and unproductive day yesterda

After an aggravating and unproductive day yesterday 😤 due to inaccurate information from the HOA, we got the water successfully shut off and was able to install shut-off valves in our unit so that we can work on the plumbing without affecting the other units in the building. Condos should just automatically install these in each unit to avoid the hassle of water disruption when work needs to be done in a specific unit. 🤨
Oh and a message to all #homeownersassociations - drop the attitude when homeowners are asking questions. Don’t automatically assume that they’re hiring inadequate contractors to do work. Telling people that if they hired the right people they would know how to shut the water off is insulting. How about you give us the right information and info in general so that we can actually do our job. This has happened on more than one occasion and it’s really not appreciated. Get over yourself!!! Since we didn’t build the complex nor do we manage it, we don’t know how everything is configured!!

❓Are you a 🛀🏼 or 🚿 person❓I’m 💯

❓Are you a 🛀🏼 or 🚿 person❓I’m 💯 a shower person but my daughter enjoys a bath when she has the time. If you are someone who enjoys a tub moment, let me ask, is your #bathtub supporting your self care aspirations? The majority of homes have builder basic tubs that measure around 13-14” deep. The term #soakingtub is a joke...are you just soaking your feet? They’re nothing more than a glorified shower pan. Unless you’re a toddler, there will not be enough water for you to soak in. ⬇️ Todays #mondaymakeover tip: when planning your #bathroomrenovation opt for a bathtub that’s around 20” deep. These range from $400+ so not necessarily more expensive but exponentially more practical and desirable. And to enhance your experience, invest in a bath pillow for maximum enjoyment. ⬇️ Scroll through the photos and notice the 3 MLS photos of these #milliondollarhomes ... squatty bathtubs!! If you buy one of these homes that are currently on the market, do yourself a favor and upgrade to a deeper tub. You and your future buyer will appreciate it. ⬇️ Curious...how deep is your tub? 🤷🏻‍♀️ Have an amazing Monday!! 🛁

⚠️WARNING⚠️ #NEWANDIMPROVED HOME AHEAD.‼

⚠️WARNING⚠️ #NEWANDIMPROVED HOME AHEAD.‼️ 🏠
So happy to finally ship out the finished @TheRenovationPlanner today. It’s been a journey getting to this point. From taking feedback and revising the size and layout and editing for online print and figuring out how to print without paying a fortune (why is printing so expensive!!) It’s been a helluva learning experience!! We look forward fo helping homeowners everywhere #renovatewithconfidence 💪🏼🙌🏼👷🏻‍♀️👷🏽🔨

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