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Top 10 Design Reasons to Declutter Your Dallas Home Before a Remodel
Top 10 Design Reasons to Declutter Your Dallas Home Before a Remodel
Planning a home remodel in the Dallas-Fort Worth area is a major undertaking. But most homeowners skip the single most important design phase: the pre-remodel purge. In North Texas, where... Read more...
Simple Plumbing Checks That Support a Healthier Home
Simple Plumbing Checks That Support a Healthier Home
Keeping a home healthy means paying attention to the systems that deliver your daily water. Most homeowners forget about their pipes until a leak shows up on the ceiling or... Read more...
The Aesthetic Roof: Merging Function with High-End Design
The Aesthetic Roof: Merging Function with High-End Design
Your home is likely your biggest investment. A roof protects everything inside, but it also defines the look of the entire property. Modern homeowners are looking for ways to combine... Read more...
Roofing Considerations for Luxury Homes
Roofing Considerations for Luxury Homes
Building a high-end home requires attention to every detail, from the foundation to the peak. The roof serves as the first line of defense against the elements and defines the... Read more...
Minimalist Outdoor Design: The Rise of the Hidden Slot Drain
Minimalist Outdoor Design: The Rise of the Hidden Slot Drain
Creating a clean look for your yard can feel like a puzzle. You want the space to look open and tidy, without any clutter. Drainage is one part of the... Read more...
The Designer’s Choice for Luxurious, Sustainable Bedding
The Designer’s Choice for Luxurious, Sustainable Bedding
Designing a bedroom that feels like a high-end retreat is more popular than ever. It involves choosing colors and materials that promote a sense of calm and relaxation. Most people... Read more...
From Room to Garden: How to Carry Your Home’s Personality Outside
From Room to Garden: How to Carry Your Home’s Personality Outside
You’ve already curated your home’s interiors to perfection. Maybe you have a playful vibe with bold, bright colors, or a minimalist sanctuary that looks clean and sleek. Either way, it... Read more...
Using OS 3D Maps for Better Landscape and Terrain Understanding
Using OS 3D Maps for Better Landscape and Terrain Understanding
Flat representations of terrain have always demanded something from the people interpreting them. Only those trained to translate abstract symbols into a mental picture of how the ground rises, falls,... Read more...
Luxury Hotel Room Colors & Paint Ideas to Elevate Your Hotel Interiors
Luxury Hotel Room Colors & Paint Ideas to Elevate Your Hotel Interiors
Start with What Needs to Be Delivered Before a single swatch is reviewed, the key question must be answered: what needs to be delivered, by when, and for which brand?... Read more...
The Invisible Shield: Protecting Your Luxury Bath Rugs from Excess Moisture
The Invisible Shield: Protecting Your Luxury Bath Rugs from Excess Moisture
At Kevin Francis Design, we believe a well-appointed space is defined by its smallest details. We often focus on the grand statements: the soft glow of honed marble, the sculptural... Read more...
Open Shelving vs. Closed Storage: What Works Best for a Coffee Bar
Open Shelving vs. Closed Storage: What Works Best for a Coffee Bar
Proper storage is what separates an average coffee bar from an excellent one. It's one of those small details people overlook when designing their home setup. But your storage solution... Read more...
Why Outdoor Spaces Deserve the Same Design Attention as Interiors
Why Outdoor Spaces Deserve the Same Design Attention as Interiors
People spend thousands of pounds upgrading kitchens and living rooms every year. So why do they throw up a few cheap garden panels and call it a day outdoors? It... Read more...