by Anne Cummins | Dec 16, 2016 | Interior Design, Kitchen and Bath Design, Tile and Stone
Just as a necklace, scarf or belt dresses up a simple sweater, accent tile definitely dresses up field tile and adds a specialized touch to bathroom design projects. Linear, mosaic or mini brick accent tile can take a backsplash or shower surround to a sophisticated... 
by Anne Cummins | Nov 18, 2016 | Home Renovations, Interior Design, Kitchen and Bath Design, Tile and Stone
Looking back over the past year, I’ve been fortunate to work with clients on several new construction and renovation projects in the Boston area and on Cape Cod, including many kitchen and bath design projects. Components for a successful kitchen or bath design... 
by Anne Cummins | Aug 21, 2016 | Colors, Kitchen and Bath Design, Tile and Stone
On several new construction projects and renovation projects this summer, gray has been the prominent color selected for paint schemes and materials. For the past several years warm color schemes have prevailed (and are still very popular and beautiful) with lots of... 
by Anne Cummins | Jun 24, 2016 | Colors, Interior Design, Tile and Stone
Several residential interior design projects I’m working on include whole house paint color schemes. Clients are gravitating towards gray colors, which I put together in combinations from light to dark that flow well throughout the home. Gray then also comes into play... 
by Anne Cummins | Jan 22, 2016 | Kitchen and Bath Design, Products, Tile and Stone
Here’s a look at some unusual and beautiful kitchen granite selections for recent kitchen and bath projects I’ve worked on. These granites feature distinct patterns or features with lots of personality. Picasso – tones of deep gray and beige, with a large scale... 
by Anne Cummins | Dec 23, 2015 | Interior Design, Kitchen and Bath Design, Lighting, Tile and Stone
I just wrapped up a kitchen renovation project that came together seamlessly. The client and I hit it off right from the start and really enjoyed working together during the design process selecting cabinets, finishes, granite, tile and lighting. The home is an... 
by Anne Cummins | Dec 11, 2015 | Interior Design, Kitchen and Bath Design, Products, Tile and Stone
This summer, and into the fall, I worked on a master bathroom renovation that included many wonderful materials and details. Thanks to careful planning and attention to detail, a simple and utilitarian bathroom was transformed into an elegant and serene oasis.... 
by Anne Cummins | Aug 7, 2015 | Kitchen and Bath Design, Tile and Stone
I love many aspects of interior design, but one of my favorite things to specify is tile. Each client and project needs a personalized and unique approach, and for each kitchen or bath project I work on, I generally help clients first select cabinet styles and... 
by Anne Cummins | Jul 3, 2015 | Colors, Kitchen and Bath Design, Tile and Stone
A recent kitchen and bath renovation project focused on the color blue to play up the client’s love for that color. Blue/grey slate tiles were laid on the kitchen floor in interesting patterns and size variations, and soft Wedgewood blue cabinets with beadboard... 
by Anne Cummins | Jan 16, 2015 | Products, Tile and Stone
A single item or design element can often spark inspiration and give direction on a project. That was the case during a large scale renovation project I recently worked on. The architectural plans were all set and it was time to start planning the interior materials...