Posts by Arlene Bobb Interior Design

Hi everyone, I’m sure you’ll agree that the pandemic shifted design trends into new directions. It increased the importance of having different spaces for various activities and also those that are multi-purpose. The National Kitchen and Bath Association just released its Design Trends study for 2021 last week that discussed everything from the need for…

Since we are all more likely becoming very familiar with the interior of our home these past 20 months, it’s a good idea to fill it with positivity. Enter feng shui, the ancient Chinese practice that charts the balance of energy, or chi, via scientific calculations. The goal of feng shui is to invite positive…

Wellness For All, All The Time Along with a safer environment, everyone in a household benefits from a healthier space, whether that stems from cleaner air, water or germ-free surfaces. Consumers are especially concerned about cleanliness after 2020, and manufacturers are fulfilling that demand. Cleanliness is a priority that will stay after the pandemic ends.…

Wellness, safety and innovation reign in living in place design After a year filled with fear and unknowns consumers’ homes have become a multipurpose place to live, work and play. Most importantly, home is a haven. And for a large percentage of the population — 16.5% of which is 65 and older — safety, accessibility…

Hi everyone, I am very pleased to be able to share the 6 ABC interview that aired on 9/30 at noon! I am so proud of how it came out and I hope you enjoy it too! Click on the image below to start the video! (If the video doesn’t load, you may have to…

A huge reason many people don’t get around to tackling a decorating project is because they’re afraid to make a costly mistake. To give you the confidence to start your own dream design, here is a list of seven major design mistakes that can affect your entire project, along with photos of rooms that do…

Hi everyone, On Sunday the 22nd, the Philadelphia Inquirer released a feature write up about me and my condo for its Haven column in the Real Estate section! I got permission to share it with you all, so please enjoy! ‘SHOWING AN ART DECO FLAIR’ by Sally Downey for the Inquirer Pale mauve foyer walls…

Welcome back to Part Two of our outdoor decor ideas series! Make sure to check out Part One from July 21st if you missed it. Let’s jump in! DIY Outdoor Hanging Mason Jar Lights These darling farmhouse style DIY hanging mason jar lights come from 17 Apart. Floating tea lights in water provides the perfect summer…

Outdoor decor ideas can totally transform your home! But, decorating these spaces isn’t as easy as HGTV makes it look! Decorating the inside of your home is one thing…decorating the outside? Where do you start?!? Don’t let the steep challenge turn you away. Giving attention to your outdoor living spaces will bring massive impact to curb…

Does your listing need improved appeal?   Is the home not showing as well as it could?   Has it been on the market too long? Are your prospective buyers indecisive? Let our design staff help you sell your listing! New space planning to create a more open, updated and harmonious design   Important and…