Denise McGaha Interiors

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OUR GUEST SUITE FEATURED IN FLOWER MAGAZINE

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I am so excited that we are featured in this month’s Flower Magazine! The magazine did a Q&A with me about design, how my business got started and we talked about my recently re-designed guest bedroom & bathroom. It was so much fun to do this interview  and here are a few sneak peek photos of the space.  Thanks to the talent of Stephen Karlisch for his photography,  Margot Shaw, Editor and Alice Doyle, Editorial Director at Flower Magazine for the talented writing and telling of my story.

During this time, when we are all stuck at home a figuring out what works for us and what doesn’t. I wanted to make our guest room beautiful and inviting, but also bold and representative of our own personal style.

The bed I chose was Alexa Hampton for Theodore Alexander. I wanted the fabric to be bold, so I went with a Celerie Kemble for Schumacher stripe in the teal colorway. The chandelier in the room is from Circa Lighting and while it is no longer available, they have several other pendants like this.  I love using something that adds a bit of style without being too overwhleming in a smaller bedroom.

Our guest bedding is from Peacock Alley and I recently joined them for an Instagram Live from this bedroom talking about what makes the perfect bed.  I love that all of their bedding is super soft, beautiful and adds a level of sophistication to a guest room.  The best way to pamper your guests is with beautiful bedding.

To add a little bit of personality I flanked the bed with lamps from my collection with  Currey & Co. and added custom lamp shades in Brunschwig & Fils ‘Les Touches’ fabric.

I love any opportunity for a gallery wall and I think it adds some interest on the wall next to the bed. This wall includes so many of the pieces we have collected over the years and is the perfect representation of both Scott and I with masculine AND feminine references.  Also, I wanted to add a lumbar pillow in the matching fabric that you see on the lampshades to tie everything together.

These modern yet classic bedside tables are  by Michael Berman for Theodore Alexander. They fit perfectly in the space and add a natural wood aspect.  I love the interiors of these chests and they allow me to have storage in the room as well which is a big bonus.

Patterned drapery is another area where I love to add some pattern. This Schumacher fabric by Miles Redd was the perfect textile to bring the entire space together. It has colors in the headboard, but also works great with the lampshades and lumbar pillow.  A floral that works for everyone!

Onto the bathroom… This is one of my favorite wallpapers from Cole & Son! It was the jumping off point for the entire bathroom. I selected the shower curtain and towels to bring out the blue and orange in the paper, it turned out great!  The monkeys hidden in the pattern are my favorite part.

The hardware in a space is like the jewelry that makes an outfit! I fell in love with these beauties from Addison Weeks and had to have them on the cabinetry doors!

I hope you enjoyed the tour and I will be back with more details on the beautiful Theodore Alexander pieces in the room in my next post.  To see the full interview and lots more details, click HERE!

 

Xo,

Denise

OUR NEW MR. STEAM HOME SPA FROM THE VIEW OF MR. MCGAHA

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As you already know, Scott and I are so thrilled with our new master bathroom! We specifically love our steam shower, thanks to Mr. Steam! Thanks to Mr. Steam we were able to have the the very best steam shower around. We love the iTempoPlus Steam Shower Control and the Linear Steam Head. We also are able to control the steam from our SteamLinx Mobile App. Another great part of the Mr. Steam shower is the Audio Home System. We are able to listen to our favorite music in the shower!  I can’t forget the aromatherapy option and how we are able to pipe in eucalyptus and lavender at the touch of a button.

Recently I asked Scott how he feels about the new bath::

DENISE::  Talk about the process of creating our home spa, our bathroom was completely overhauled. How did you manage not to “peek” while the construction was going on? What was it like living in the guest room?

SCOTT:  Well,  you asked me to trust you and not to look until the entire project was installed.  It was our bedroom, bathroom and closet.  I knew you had some purpose for asking, so I chose to oblige:). I completely trust your ability to design a beautiful space.

Living in the guest room was a different challenge.  You know that wasn’t easy. All of our clothes were on rolling racks in the living room and dining room.  It’s not a lot of fun getting dressed in front of huge open windows every morning.  That lasted about 90 days. Luckily we survived the chaos of a renovation.

DENISE::  Obviously, I know you extremely well!  Talk about which of your favorite bath preferences that I took into account when creating the space.

SCOTT:  I had no idea that you were putting a steam shower from Mr. Steam into our shower.  You kept telling me you had one really big surprise for me.  I was curious, but I didn’t go nosing around.  With running my own business, managing the schedules of our family and everything else we have going on, I don’t have a lot of time to be nosy:)

You do know I love a great soak in the tub.  You installed a deep Japanese style soaking tub as well, which makes me happy!  Because we have traveled together often and enjoyed spas all over the world, you know I am a fan of a perfect bathroom.  The steam shower was a huge surprise and I love it.

DENISE::  How does the renovated bath fit into our lifestyle? Are there aspects of it that have improved your quality of life?

SCOTT::  One of my favorite technology features is the ability to open an app on my iphone and turn on the steam shower. I can program the perfect temperature and the length I plan for my steam before I ever leave our bed.  I also forgot to mention the Bluetooth sound system that you included in the shower. I love being able to connect to the speakers and play music from my phone while I shower or soak!  Starting each day with a steam and your favorite music  is perfection:)

DENISE::  According to the Kitchen & Bath article, you were uncharacteristically silent during the reveal.  It’s true!!  Now that you’ve had a chance to get used to the bathroom, what would you have liked to say at that time?

SCOTT::  I am laughing as I hear your question. If you know me,  I am rarely at a loss for words.  But  I was truly overwhelmed at everything you designed.  I completely understand the television reveal process and the emotions that come with it.  You completely transformed our bedroom, bathroom and closet. I am not embarrassed to say that I was overcome with grateful emotion.

Now that I have been able to live in our new environment and appreciate all the perfect details that you created, I would love to say thank you so much, darling.  I love you, and thank you for taking the time to make our home as perfect as you do so many other client’s homes on a daily basis.  I am blessed to be married to such a talented and gifted lady.

I swear I didn’t pay him to say those things!!  But being able to share my design talents with those I love makes all of the late nights and trips away from home completely worth it all.  Thank you Mr. Steam for transforming our lives with healthy steam and a home spa.  WE LOVE IT!!

 

DALLAS DESIGN WEEK APRIL 15-18

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Dallas Design Week is coming up next month and I am so excited!  I will be participating in several places throughout this three day event.   It will be taking place April 15-18, 2019.

One of the many highlights of the week will be Carson Kressley teaming up with Dallas Market Center & Feizy for several appearances!

Here is a complete schedule of Dallas Design Week Events:

Dine + Design: Gary Inman & Donna Vining
Creating Beautiful Designs While Crafting A Successful Business
WTC 1 Atrium & WTC 6
12PM – 2PMJoin us for an inspiring afternoon and earn IDCEC credit at this anticipated event. Cocktails, vignette viewing and networking take place at noon in the World Trade Center Atrium, followed by a luncheon presentation at 12:30PM on WTC 6 featuring award-winning design industry experts Gary Inman and Donna Vining.RSVP HERE
Dallas Market Center & Feizy Present Carson Kressley
WTC 1 Atrium (outside Feizy)3:30PM – 5:30PM
You’re invited to a special event featuring Emmy-winning TV personality, style expert and New York Times best-selling author Carson Kressley. The star of the groundbreaking series Queer Eye and Bravo’s new hit Get a Room with Carson & Thom will step up to the mic at 3:30PM, followed by a meet-and-greet cocktail hour at 4:30PM.

Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Mike Peterson: Design Therapy
Design’s Influence on Health & Pleasure
WTC 1 Atrium
9:30AM – 10:30AM
Are you getting credit for providing health and pleasure for your clients?Mike Peterson, President of Vision Marketing and former publisher of Country Living, House Beautiful and LUXE Interiors + Design magazines, leads an insightful panel discussion on the value proposition behind these benefits and how designers can market the emotional reward they provide to clients.
Taste of Lightovation Luncheon, Tours & Giveaway
TM 1 Grand Pavilion & Lighting Showrooms
11AM – 3:30PM
Join us for Taste of Lightovation, your exclusive opportunity to experience a “taste” of the largest residential lighting marketplace in North America. The afternoon begins with a hosted luncheon in the Trade Mart Grand Pavilion, followed by guided showroom tours of select lighting exhibitors. The event concludes in The SMART Center (TM 4826) for the launch of Better Homes & Gardens’ latest Lighting special interest magazine—produced in partnership with the American Lighting Association—and an opportunity to win up to $15,000 in product from the showrooms visited. Note that these showrooms will also continue to host hospitality for designers until 5:30PM. Sponsors include Eurofase (TM 4002), Progress Lighting (TM 3840), Quoizel (TM 3200), Swarovski (TM 4926) and Hammerton Lighting (TM 4523).RSVP HERE
Cambria Stone & Dann Foley Pop-Up & Presentation
WTC 190, Accent Décor (Hallway)
4PM – 5:30PMJoin celebrity designer Dann Foley for a lively and interactive discussion about what makes Cambria Quartz his only choice of natural hard stone surfaces for his high-end clientele. Dann will share how he has come to rely solely on Cambria – the only family-owned, American-made luxury quartz brand – and share both his portfolio and a plethora of tips and tricks for maximizing your brand, your bottom line and your client referrals through his own sales techniques. After more than 30 years as a successful interior designer, product designer and television personality, Dann offers a unique perspective on what really works!

Thursday, April 18, 2019
Interior Design Society Meeting
IHDC 1D209, Global Views
11AM – 12:30PMConsidering a membership in the Interior Design Society? As one of the country’s largest organizations of its kind, the IDS is dedicated to serving the residential interior design industry and helping its members grow their businesses. Learn more at this informative meeting.
Lighting Theory Essentials
TM 3840, Progress Lighting
11:30AM – 1PMJoin Progress Lighting for an IDCEC CEU credited seminar that will cover a variety of topics including Color Rendering and the Color Rendering Index, Human Centric Lighting and Circadian Rhythm, the Basics of LED and Spectral Power Distribution, and much more. Seating is limited, lunch included.Please RSVP to Jennifer Kis, jkis@progresslighting.com
Coffee & Dessert Reception Featuring Denise McGaha
IHDC 1D228, Currey & Company
1PM – 2:30PMVisit the stunning Currey & Company showroom in the Interior Home + Design Center for coffee, dessert, giveaways and a meet and greet with award-winning interior designer Denise McGaha.
Stephen Karlisch: Smart Photography
Getting the Most for Your Photography Budget
IHDC 1, Registration Area
2:45PM – 4PM
In today’s changing media landscape, professional photography is critical to marketing an interior design business. Learn strategies for planning the most effective and successful photo shoots from expert interior photographer Stephen Karlisch and award-winning interior designer Denise McGaha. This CEU credited event covers topics including the importance of planning your shoot, photo styling, using photos to market your business, social media and more.
Launch of Linea d’Luz by Jan Barboglio, Represented by goetzinc
IHDC 1D202, The Gallery
4PM – 5PM
Join us for the Jan Barboglio Signature Tequila Bar and see the new Linea d’Luz collection of lighting and furniture.
Dallas Design Week Closing Party
IHDC 1D202, The Gallery
4PM – 5PMJoin us in the Gallery at IHDC to toast a week to remember! Dallas Design Week’s closing party will feature light bites, cocktails, music, fabulous giveaways and more.

 

I look forward to seeing you all there!

Xo,

Denise

FRONTGATE TABLE DESIGN – PART 4

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It’s almost time to start setting the tables for the holidays!  Only 14 days until CHRISTMAS!!!  I know, I know.  That stresses me out a bit, but I have already planned what table settings I will be using when we entertain.  We always host Christmas breakfast at our house, so it’s a casual and fun affair with several traditions, one of which is Scott’s popovers with strawberry butter.  We also have a mix of dishes I like to use and now my daughter is in on planning our table as well, which is so much fun!

Today I am sharing the fourth and last table design that I did with Frontgate. This design is more of a traditional Christmas themed table. Together with the red dinnerware, Christmas trees, and reindeer, it ties the whole holiday theme together.

I hope you enjoy this table as much as the others. As always, you can shop the table by clicking the items under each item or you can click the images of the items at the bottom of the post!  It’s not too late to add a few new and special dishes to your holiday entertaining.  But hurry!  Only 14 days until Christmas!!

Dinnerware // Napkins // Table // Bottle Opener // Candles // Glassware // Pine

 

 Candles // Reindeer

 

Dinnerware // Glassware // Napkins // Bottle Opener // Table // Dining Chairs

 

Dinnerware // Napkins // Table // Pine // Votive Candles  // Glassware

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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TO THE TRADE ONLY MARKET DAY

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Hello Friends!

I am traveling again this week and my first stop is Stamford, CT. New England Home and Wakefield Design Center are hosting an event this Thursday! I am so excited to be on a panel with Young Huh and Joni Vanderslice. We will be talking about the ABCs of Licensing. We are going to share everything we know about licensing! See the invite below and don’t forget to RSVP!

XO,

Denise

BOOK REVIEW: CONTEMPORARY CLASSICAL ARCHITECTURE

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I love Fall and all of the new design book releases.  I recently received a copy of  John Murray’s new book, Contemporary Classical Architecture. It is definitely a must read! John is a well-known architect and is known for mixing classical design elements with more contemporary living.  I love how his work is clearly timeless and rooted in the classical design, yet he seems to breathe a fresh air into a space by combining contemporary elements to make each space seem perfect for today.

Contemporary Classical Architecture: John B. Murray, written by Elizabeth Heilman Brooke Murray, published by The Monacelli Press, 2018

 

In his new book, fifteen new residences are shared and as you read, you will see a keen eye for scale. John B. Murray is the principal architect at his firm, John B. Murray Architect. The firm is based in New York and “focuses in city and country residences designed within a classical framework.” He studied at Carnegie Mellon University and worked with Albert Hadley before started his own firm – it’s evident in each space those Hadley inspirations.

Here is a sneak peek of some of the beautiful spaces you will find in his new book…

Photo Credit: Durston Saylor

 

Photo Credit: Durston Saylor

 

Photo Credit: Durston Saylor

 

Photo Credit: Nick Johnson

 

Photo credit: Durston Saylor

 

Photo Credit: Francesco Lagnese

 

Photo Credit: Francesco Lagnese

 

Photo Credit: Francesco Lagnese

 

Photo Credit: Durston Saylor

 

Photo Credit: Francesco Lagnese

 

Photo Credit: Francesco Lagnese

 

Photo Credit: Bruce Buck

 

Want to see more??  Get your copy HERE!  Enjoy and make sure you add this to your gift list for anyone who loves classic and modern interiors.

XO,

Denise

WHAT’S NEW, WHAT’S NEXT

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We have so many exciting events coming up! The first one, this week, is What’s New, What’s Next at the New York Design Center. I will be a part of two events. The first is a panel discussion sponsored by Aspire Design & Home & Leftbank Art. I will be joining Glenn Gissler, Young Huh, Susan Jamieson, and Kim Radovich. We will be talking about how to work with clients and help them in the process of selecting artwork for their homes.

Here is what you need to know:

Panel Discussion

Leftbank Art Showroom, 609

200 Lexington Ave. New York, NY

Thursday, September 13th from 4:30-5:30 PM

 

The second event is a meet & greet at the Currey & Co. Showroom. Barry Goralnick and I will be there talking about our new lines with Currey & Co. I am so thrilled to be debuting my new collection with Currey & Co and I hope to see you there!

Here is what you need to know:

Meet Denise McGaha and Barry Goralnick

Currey & Company, Suite 506

September, 13th from 6:45-8:00 PM

RSVP Link: www.nydc.com/wnwn

 

We hope you can join us at these events!

XO,

Denise