As the sun begins its gentle descent and the leaves start to paint the landscape in shades of crimson and gold, we find ourselves at the cusp of a new season. While summer may be fading away, there’s no need for melancholy. Instead, let’s channel our excitement into the upcoming fall season and explore ways […]

As the vibrant colors of summer begin to fade, the familiar back-to-school buzz starts to fill the air. For homeowners, this means preparing their living spaces to accommodate the influx of backpacks, shoes, jackets, and other school-related gear. As interior designers, we understand the importance of organization and functionality, especially in high-traffic areas like the […]

Are you planning any summer getaways?  Vacation is essential for our productivity and general well being, but it is also critical for our creativity and imaginative inspiration.  In my travels, I have absorbed innumerable artistic influences and expanded my vision of beauty and possibility.   While visiting Greece, my husband and I strolled past a […]

  It’s June and that means summer vacations, nights on the porch, and celebrations of PRIDE! As anyone who remotely knows me might know, I am proud to be an out gay man – married to the love of my life since it became legal in 2015, and together for 21 years. So, when I say […]

Earlier this month my FL design team dropped by the annual Coverings tradeshow to take a look at the latest and great offerings tile manufacturers are showcasing to industry professionals. Below are the three trends our team felt dominated the show, and how we envision these show stopping surfaces could be utilized in your space.

White kitchens have been a timeless design trend for years, and for good reason. They offer a clean, fresh, and timeless look that can be easily incorporated into any home. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits and design options of white kitchens.

Starting this month out strong, John McClain Design had the amazing opportunity to be featured in California’s January/February 2023 premier design magazine issue, SoCal Design. We are incredibly grateful to have had the chance to share a bit of our journey with this beautiful project and our lovely clients.    Now published, we are reminded […]

2023 is here! Let’s start laying bricks for what’s next! You didn’t need to start on Jan 1st or even on a Monday…start TODAY!  Learning how to declutter your home doesn’t have to be a toll or boring. Here are some creative ways to do so as inspired by Joshua Becker from Becoming Minimalist.   […]

  It’s finally time, the holidays are here… But let’s be real for a moment, who else is feeling a bit burnt out? Thinking your string lights may not be the only thing to blow a fuse? Now, I love the holidays as much as anyone but between gathering gifts, attending activities, and time spent […]

Our team’s annual pilgrimage to Market in High Point, NC was as successful, fulfilling, and inspiring as ever.  While the squeal-worthy introductions and moments are too numerous to mention we did want to share some upcoming trends we noticed.  Sit back, buckle up, and enjoy the journey with us as we review Market 2022.  Twice […]