Hello and Happy Friday! I’m writing you from somewhere over the Atlantic between St Martin and Atlanta. We just spent the last four days soaking in the sea, the sun, and the sand and I feel like I drank a long, deep soul quenching glass of water. We flew to St Martin…
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Home Decor Rules Designers Never Break (And You Shouldn’t Either)
As a designer, breaking rules can sometimes lead to the most creative and unique designs. But there are certain decor rules that I, and many other designers, never break. These rules are the foundation of a well-designed space, regardless of your style preferences. Today, I’m going to share with you some of…
Zaalouk: A Taste of Morocco You Need to Try!
If you haven’t tried Zaalouk before, get ready for a mouthwatering experience! I still remember my first encounter with this Moroccan dish, and it was a moment of absolute bliss. I remember when I first realized it had eggplant in it. I was SHOCKED! I always hated eggplant, but this?? I couldn’t…
Eight of my Must-Have Rugs!
Do you ever walk into a room and feel an instant sense of calm, like everything is just right? That’s the power of a well-designed space, and one of my favorite tools to achieve this is through the use of rugs. Rugs are more than just floor coverings; they’re the foundation of…
A Weekend to Celebrate Adventure & Connections
It was a big week for us at the House of Valentina! Our Hailey turned a whopping 23!! 23!! She celebrated her first birthday in Spain, her 3rd in the US, her 6th in Morocco, her 10th in Denmark, and then she’s gotten a few more under her belt here in the…