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Why interior design projects lose momentum

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Has your remodel lost momentum?

Moving into a new house is exciting. It’s okay if your new place isn’t perfect because you have time to make it your own.

Some upgrades are easy. Painting the exterior? Check. Buying a new couch? Check. Remodeling the bathroom? Uhhh…

Five, six, even ten years later, you’re still living with the same worn-out bathroom. Let’s face it. A coat of paint and a new shower curtain only go so far. It’s not like you haven’t tried.

You’ve saved pictures of bathrooms you love to Boards and Ideabooks. You’ve talked your spouse into a weekend round-robin of home improvement stores and tile showrooms. You’ve even asked friends and family for advice. Somehow, you always lose momentum. Why?

It turns out that shopping for a room – be that window shopping on Houzz or actual shopping at Home Depot – is not the same thing as designing a room. To design a room, you need knowledge, a process, and support.

It turns out that shopping for a room – be that window shopping on Houzz or actual shopping at Home Depot – is not the same thing as designing a room.

My team and I believe that you can start an interior design project and finish it, and we want to help with:

  • In-depth information
  • Powerful tools
  • Generous support and community

I believe that you are creative and resourceful and that you can design a fantastic new space. I can't wait to see it.

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About the author

She didn't know it, but Jackie Lopey's days as an advertising executive were numbered when she bought and renovated a 1950's bungalow. She soon went back to school and started her own design studio. Jackie is an award-winning, California certified interior designer and the founder of Wide Canvas.

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Reno Nevada Kitchen Light & Bright Kitchen remodel with off-white porcelain tile floor, arched niche with wet bar, green custom made cabinet, marble backsplash and beverage refrigerator. Designed by Jackie Lopey of Wide Canvas

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