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Category: Design Chat

White Walls Are Out – Color And
Texture Are In

March 7, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Walls – we take them for granted.  They protect us, create cozy spaces and serve as the skin of every…

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Ideas for a Clueless Man

March 2, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Q:  I’m a recently divorced, middle-aged man, faced with the mystifying task of decorating a home for the first time.…

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Fall Colors Bring Desert Dwellers Closer To Nature

November 9, 2016 Barbara's Picks

Here we are again – my favorite time of year, autumn. The sameness of the summer heat is relieved by…

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Let Go of the Past to Find Your Own Style

October 11, 2016 Barbara's Picks

I frequently get asked how I help people decorate when they have bad taste. My response: There is no such…

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Cleaning Our Spaces Can Change Design To Reflect a Change in Us, Too!

August 29, 2016 Barbara's Picks

Q: Is it true when you let go of things or clean out closets and cabinets that you attract new…

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Decorating: Improve the Home and Relationships

August 15, 2016 Barbara's Picks 1 Comment

Why are women expected to know how to decorate a home? Traditionally, when a woman gets married, she is expected…

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Small Objects Can Make A Room Singularly Yours

June 12, 2016 Barbara's Picks

When decorating a kitchen for a client, I created a small sitting area in her large eating area. We decided…

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Mirrors, Mirrors On The Wall – Reflect It All

June 5, 2016 Barbara's Picks

 Mirrors create a wonderful design effect. They can make a significant difference in a room. When selecting the use and…

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Change Your Decorating Choices,
Change Your Life

May 24, 2016 Barbara's Picks 1 Comment

When buying a new home or redecorating an existing home, recognize that personal transition is also happening. This can be…

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Undesign: Big Redesign Jobs Start Simply – Just move something!

May 15, 2016 Barbara's Picks

Q:  I am contemplating redecorating my home. I have some furnishings I still like and other pieces I know I…

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Testimonials About Barbara

It means so much to me that you assessed each room with me. Since your visit, the way I view both my home and my life has changed. I’m striving for comfortable function and peace here now, rather than putting things in places because I saw it in a magazine. I’ve changed a number of areas of my home, with your voice in my head. And there are more changes to come! 

Tami B., Fountain Hills, AZ

I so LOVE what you did with the house. Three people who have been coming to my house for a while now, this was their first time noticing the small table in the “open pantry” as I call it. We are enjoying more eating at the dining room. Last night we put all the rugs in and you should see the difference that it made. So warm, I wish you could see it. Thank you so much for coming over and making the changes, it really opened up our house as well as inviting us back in to love our house. Again, thank you for your time and your advice.

Giangi T.

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.

Having Barbara teach me about my palette of colors has truly been life changing! I used to feel uncomfortable in my house, but not know why. Now, with a few changes of color, I feel at peace. Knowing my colors I can also now walk into a store and find the exact color that will look good on me. I cannot express enough gratitude to Barbara for this education!

Amanda T., President of Moxie Girl, 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.

Such great advice over the last few weeks, Barbara. Thank you so much!! My living space is really now OUR own and is very comfy for us! And I have MY own space too!

Karen B., Scottsdale, AZ

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 was a godsend for my family.  She helped me totally remodel my home and it is so much nicer than I could have hoped for. Barbara made it easy to select furniture.  I went to the furniture store four times and found nothing.  Then, I went with Barbara and found all my new furniture at one time, and it’s amazing!  I wanted purple; she found me purple sofas and beautiful area rugs. She also planned out a redesign for my whole house that is open, functional and beautiful.  I love my whole space, from the bathroom through the kitchen. The tile, flooring, color of the walls and kitchen layout; all make me feel comfortable and peaceful, in my home.  It’s upbeat and fits my personality.  It really beats the old stuff that I couldn’t stand to look at, anymore. If you want a fantastic space and a real “at home” feeling, employ Barbara and enjoy the whole process! 

Michell B., Scottsdale, AZ

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

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

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