When our clients came to us, they were looking for a refresh. They had previously worked with designers during renovations to their historic Alexandria home, seeking to enliven the space with bright pops […]
Before the stockings are hung by the chimney with care, you’ll want to make festive your fireplace mantel, the second-most adorned and adored holiday spot (the first being the tree, of course!). There are […]
I just recently returned from a milestone trip out west to the California coast to celebrate a fun anniversary and for a college visit with my daughter. (Not sure how she grew up […]
Alexandria homes are known for their historic, quaint character, but the flip side of all that charm can mean small, idiosyncratic spaces that are challenging to make work for modern living. Having helped […]
If you know Brooke Lombardi, there’s no doubt you adore her. And if you don’t know her, there is a very good chance you recognize her as the super cute woman leading a […]
If you follow the design world, or maybe even if you don’t, you’ve heard that Pantone, whose Color Institute forecasts global color trends and is recognized around the world as a leading source […]
Too many times I’ve heard people say, “I don’t really know anything about art,” as if they required degrees and credentials to have an opinion on a piece. Not true! It really is […]
We loved the snow this weekend! Even though it wasn’t around for long, there was something extra cozy about sitting by the fire, cuddled up in a throw, reading a book, and maybe […]
Why is buying for men so hard?! Well with this gift guide, it’s anything but. We’ve found can’t-miss presents with something to appeal to all the men in your life. Looking for more […]
Today it’s all about your BFF, your mother-in-law, your favorite niece or aunt; our the gifts in our For Her guide are the indulgences she’ll love but not necessarily buy for herself…and doesn’t […]
We’ve shopped all the stores to create our annual series of ultimate gift guides to find something truly special for everyone on your list! First up, Thoughtful & Economical. These are the gifts […]
Do you have family and friends coming into town for the holidays? Hosting a get together? And really wishing your home had new furniture to make your space even more welcoming but realize […]
At Ivy Lane, we pride ourselves on the design team approach that we bring to every project. It gives clients a chance to see design solutions that are developed through a truly collaborative […]
We are pleased to officially announce the Ivy Lane Holiday House at 116 King! We love the holidays at Ivy Lane, everything from decorating our homes, to entertaining friends, to those rare, cozy […]
From bold color in stylized portraits to soothing abstracts inspired by seaside settings, we are thrilled to add works by Hayley Mitchell and Bonnie Fuchs to the growing Ivy Lane gallery. Hayley Mitchell, […]