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Questions to Ask an Interior Designer in Your First Meeting
Hiring an interior designer can be an exciting step towards realizing your project. Before you dive into the design process, you should have a clear understanding of your interior designer’s approach…
6 of Our Favorite White Paint Colors
One of the most important decisions to make for a new home is choosing the right paint color. While there are countless shades and hues to choose from, sometimes the simplest choice is best. With so many…
How to Install and Display Artwork
We spoke with Principal and Chief Creative Officer, Francis Nicdao and Design Director Jessica Iwaniec about how they work with art in the home. They offered their expertise in this exclusive interview.
Capital Improvements for Enhanced Property Value in Florida: AKAM Interviews Aaron Dussair
AKAM’s Vice President of Southeast Operations, Doug Weinstein spoke with Executive Vice President Aaron Dussair for an interactive Webinar Series on Capital Improvements in Florida.
FAQ: How to Tastefully Mix Patterns
Patterns are a great way to bring personality and texture to a space. They can set the tone for a lively, energetic and dynamic design through color, shape, scale, and composition. We often are asked…
The Designs For the Hudson Valley Lighting Collection
We worked closely with Hudson Valley Lighting Group to create a collection of six lighting families that evoke classic design with a modern twist. The collection launched at High Point Market in October 2022.
4 Places to Shop for Antiques in Los Angeles
Jessica Iwaniec, Design Director for Pembrooke & Ives, is currently based in Los Angeles while working remotely for the firm. We spoke with her about her favorite places to go for design inspiration…
Material Focus: Marble
Formed from limestone through pressure and heat, marble is an industry favorite for use throughout the home. Praised for holding its value more than any other stone, marble can be found in a wide variety…
FAQ: Recommended Heights for Countertops Throughout the Home
Countertop heights vary from space to space, depending on the requirements of the client and the constraints of the room.
An Interview with Andrew Sheinman: Art Collections
President & Founder of Pembrooke & Ives, Andrew Sheinman speaks on his own art collection, showcased in the West Side Elegance project.
3 Tips for Sustainable Shopping
Discover 3 ways to shop for materials and decor sustainably in today's market.
Kitchen Backsplash Best Practices
When designing a kitchen, the backsplash is a key design element for consideration. Faced with endless options, it can be overwhelming to choose a design direction. We’ve compiled three ways to think…
Pembrooke & Ives Top Resources for Design Trends
It can be challenging to stay on top of design trends year after year. Pembrooke & Ives uses many global resources to stay up-to-date and keep our finger on the pulse of how our industry is constantly…
Make-Shift Home Office Basics
Pembrooke & Ives walks through how to design a home office to fit personality, productivity, and comfort.
5 Lighting Terms That Will Make You Sound Like an Expert
Lighting is a complex and very technical component of interior design. There are many aspects to take into account when looking to sufficiently light a space. With all of the options available when specifying…
Designing a Home Gym
Executive Vice President Aaron Dussair guides through the basics, best practices, and considerations of designing a home gym.
Kitchen Trends of 2022
Principal & Chief Creative Officer, Francis Nicdao has compiled his top kitchen trends of 2022.