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Trends For 2019

January 25, 2019 Barbara's Picks

Interior design trends for 2019 are all over the map. It’s no surprise when you look around the world, at what…

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Adding Color & Light: A Dining Room Becomes An Appetizing Place

October 2, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Some people seldom use their dining room and others use it frequently. Either way it is a room to enjoy…

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The Only Right Choice

September 28, 2017 Barbara's Picks

The Only “Right” Choice For Room Décor Is The One You Make Q. I am about to begin decorating a…

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McKenzie Architectural Kitchens

September 14, 2017 Barbara's Picks

In addition to being a Kitchen Designer, McKenzie Architectural Kitchens founder Donald McKenzie is a licensed architect. With each kitchen…

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Plants Add To Your Healing Environment

September 7, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Two groups of patients in a nursing facility were included in a study to determine whether a responsibility as simple…

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Jerry’s Audio Video

September 1, 2017 Barbara's Picks

There is no better way to recommend the correct products or technology that you desire than seeing the actual space…

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Paint Has a Mind and a Feel of its Own

August 31, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Everyone dreads painting. Probably one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is what color to use. Then you…

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Decorating for Kids Using Color

August 24, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Decorating for kids can be fun because they use their imagination freely and don’t worry about anything but pleasing themselves.…

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You Can Write Your Own Design Story

July 6, 2017 Barbara's Picks

How would you like to write your own interior design story? We’re all living a story – one that we…

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The Latest Trends 2017 – Part Two

June 11, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Click here to read Part One. Speaking of metal, of course, leads us to the metal finishes on our plumbing…

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Testimonials About Barbara

Barbara was the catalyst for our remodel, redesign, and redecorating of our home. She provided the push when we needed shoving. Her Bajaro Method enabled us to find what we really liked in redesigning and redecorating our living space. Her skill provided just the right amount of inspiration for us to find our comfort zone. Three years later and we are still in love with our space.

Michael & Bonnie S., Chandler, AZ

I just want to tell you how impressed I am with your talent, patience, sense of humor, professionalism, and ability to turn out fabulous projects. Your clients are lucky to have you!

Elaine W.

I believe that one of the biggest truths in life is that change is constant. When Barbara works with you, she is an amazing source to guide you to make those changes positive, whether you are changing your home, your personal life or your business.

Ruth U., Scottsdale, AZ

Barbara Kaplan gave me the confidence I needed when it came to designing my home.  I took the profile, “poof” out came the answers I needed.  Barbara is not like other designers that offer their thoughts of how YOUR home should be.  Instead, she talked to me and asked me what I wanted/needed in the space I was decorating.  Her philosophy and approach are exactly what the doctor ordered.  I absolutely LOVE my home and I know that I decorated it myself with just a little nudging along the way. THANK YOU, Barbara, for making my home express who I am.

Elan W., Petaluma, CA

When we decided we wanted to remodel our home, all was well and good.  The problem was I had no idea where to start, what was next, how to do any of it.  Fortunately, my dear friend, Barbara was an expert in virtually everything I needed to know from the smallest detail to the grandest plan.  If I dreamt it, she could manifest it.  Things that might have flitted through my mind on a semi-creative day, which in my life was exceedingly rare, in hers, constant, were taken very seriously.  This odious project which I had feared became a joy when Barbara and I did it together.

Susan Y., Phoenix, AZ

Through the years, our relationship had shown me that there is a huge difference between a decorator and a “Design Counselor.” With your expertise, I’ve learned that change is not only healthy but can be very exciting.  Your guidance in re-creating our master bedroom suite was invaluable and the room has become “our dream come true.” The transformation is incredible, exquisite, and extremely functional.  Even more exciting, the entire process was an enjoyable one with you by my side.  Thanks for just being you. You’re amazing!!!

Lynn R.

I will ALWAYS need you until the last little accessory finds its place in the house!   Because I don’t know how to place the tiles in the bathroom, or where to put the sofa or which chairs for the dining room! And after that, I’ll need you always as my friend!

Stephanie B.

Barbara designed our house several years ago, and really understood our needs and personality. She has a fantastic sense of color, and was a pleasure to work with. We continue to enjoy her work, as it is part of our daily atmosphere.

Orna A., Scottsdale, AZ

I appreciate so much how you helped us “take the fear out of interior decorating.”  When Jeff and I bought this house we wanted to add some color and thought of painting an accent wall.  As you know, I am not timid about self-expression in areas that I am familiar with, but decorating isn’t my area of expertise, so I didn’t trust my instincts.   You listened, applied your knowledge of us and our lives, and your advisement was right on.  You were able to zero in on what I desired to do, instead of what I voiced. Because of your encouragement, we found our edge and have been so happy with our decorating decisions. Our home makes me smile every time I enter it and isn’t that what it is all about? Later, when it came time to do some updates how fortunate for me that you wrote “The Bajaro Method” for me to turn to. It was just like you being there to listen and encourage. I turn to it every time I need “permission.” Thanks again, and I wish everyone their own healing environment.

Pat L., Phoenix, AZ

What a fun date with Barbara! Barb wanted us to go to Pier 1 and a few other stores to spice up my home and who would think that it would be exciting and fun?! As Barb motored through the store she selected items for my home knowing where it could be placed and if it would work! She knew my home better than I did from only seeing it one time! Wow!! Even more remarkable is when these items were delivered, they all looked outstanding in my home, making my house even more enjoyable to me! Barb has a great eye and a picture perfect memory. What an amazing woman! Anyone decorating should have the “BARBARA EXPERIENCE!”

Marilynn A.

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