OUR FAVORITE BRASS SCONCES
The Curio Team loves finding all the little details that tie a room together. Lighting is a great way to add variety, texture and playfulness to a space. Lighting is a category we tend to go more TRENDY with as these are generally things that can be easily changed...
PROJECT REVEAL: GOLDEN GARDEN KITCHEN
Our work depends heavily on client-designer collaboration. We pride ourselves on listening to needs, reviewing inspiration images and pulling together a plan that works for the client space. During the middle of the design process we work closely with the client to...
OUR FAVORITE WOOD + PAINT COMBOS FOR KITCHENS
Any successful design project needs to master the mix of materials. It is this mix that makes a space feel layered, connected, balanced, and unique. One of our favorite combos is mixing natural wood into our projects. We love these combos because they: are durable for...
WHAT DOES A KITCHEN RENO ACTUALLY COST?
Bad news first: kitchen renovations are expensive. Good news? They are usually a very good return on investment, whether that means having a functional, heavily used space in your home or increasing the resale value. At the kick off of any project we have to get right...
PROJECT REVEAL: COPPER HOUSE KITCHEN
Renovating kitchens is our specialty. We thrive on creating a more beautiful and functional space within the constraints of the existing kitchen space. There are so many design solutions that can be applied to improve workflow, carve out more storage and create a more...
BRASS PLUMBING FIXTURES
It's no secret we LOVE brass. Here are a few reasons why we love to incorporate this finish as a plumbing fixture - There is a huge range in colors and tones within the brass category--allowing for endless possibilities in your design scheme - It has a timeless and...
PLANNING FOR NEW CONTSTRUCTION
We get it. A new build can feel...stressful. But there are things you can do to make it easier on yourself AND on those working with you to make your dream real. The most successful projects have a multidisciplinary team made up of your builder, your architect, and...
2024 INTERIOR DESIGN TREND PREDICTIONS
Our team got together in our annual meeting of the minds to make our predictions for the biggest interior design trends of 2024. Natural materials, well-planned space, individuality...our best guesses might surprise you this year. Check out last year's post to see how...
YEAR IN REVIEW: 2023 PROJECTS
2023 was a big one. We created our own studio, grew our team, and supported clients we love. We feel so lucky to do this work every day. A few of our favorite projects this year are featured in our annual Year in Review video. YEAR IN REVIEW Want to see your project...
OUR DESIGN PROCESS
We pride ourselves on our design + build process. Over the years of working with clients, we've honed this skill...to make it an art. So what does that look like end to end? Let us break it down like this. * click here for a video explainer * MEET: We meet to get...
HOW WE PLAN KITCHEN STORAGE
Designing your kitchen is like designing the beating heart of your home...it's where you make your food, store your food, gather with your family, host friends. All of the big beautiful design elements are finishes are enchanting....but at Curio we are obsessed with...
PROJECT REVEAL: THIRD STREET BAGEL
Time for another project reveal! Over the last year or so we have been working on a lot more small businesses and commercial restaurant interiors. This is work we really feel we thrive in. Taking a brand and turning it into a physical space that helps deliver a better...
BEST PAINT COLORS FOR FALL
Dark and moody paint colors have made a resurgence in interior design trends, bringing a little something we call...ambiance. And what better moment to experiment with these rich hues than during PSL season? Find our favorites below (and if you're not ready for paint,...
PROJECT REVEAL: FASSBENDER UPDATED TRADITIONAL PART 2
Part two of the Fassbender Updated Traditional is here! In this part we move away from the kitchen and take a look at the adjacent newly open-concept living space as well as the newly expanded primary suite. THE PLAN. The new living room is now directly adjacent to...
PROJECT REVEAL: FASSBENDER UPDATED TRADITIONAL PART 1
This project is a big one. Over the next 3 posts we will share with you how we transformed the entire first floor of this house to create a comfortable retreat for a wonderful couple. Up first is the Kitchen and dining space! THE PLAN. The main goal of the kitchen was...
FOUR REASONS TO LAYER AREA RUGS
Rugs...on rugs? Yes. If the concept of layering area rugs is foreign to you (like it was to my husband...) let us explain why we love this technique so much. [PS: Remember our advice on choosing rug sizes, it comes into play here too!] Layering your rugs can help to:...
PROJECT REVEAL: FLAGSTAR DOWNTOWN OFFICES
Commercial Interior Design is such a different beast than residential. The project goals are so different and therefor so are the design solutions. Often times we need to consider the pathways, durability, and code compliance of every selection. This downtown office...
CHOOSING YOUR RUG SIZE: OUR DEFINITIVE GUIDLINES
The rug in any room is an anchor for the look, feel, and style you're trying to achieve. Finding the right size is key...you want the rug to make the room feel pulled together and connected. And the key to that? The rug has to be the right size. Our Curio team has...
PROJECT REVEAL: JUNIPER PARK KITCHEN
We LOVE a project reveal. It is what everyone wants to see--the big BEFORE + AFTER. As a reader you probably take them for granted. As a design + build company we are always eager to share them after a YEAR of work. From planning, through revising, to pricing and...
5 THINGS TO MAKE YOUR KITCHEN MORE CUSTOM
We’ve all pinned our dream kitchen on Pinterest only to discover... ...that every single bit of it is custom and therefore, ahem, a little bit out of the budget. The good news is that there are a handful of things you can do to improve the look (and function) of your...
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Founded in 2012 by Allison Harlow, Curio Design Studio focuses on creating distinctive interior environments for new construction, whole house renovations and kitchen + bath remodels for modern families and leading professionals.
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