Yes, it is about the small stuff. Don’t sweat the small stuff, just update it. Design it, create it, live with it in an entirely new way.
My clients are amazed at the difference the small changes can make in a home. Even with a small budget, recommendations on paint, draperies, and [...]

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Simple design techniques can absolutely increase the usable square footage in your existing home.  No construction required!
One technique I use to address additional usable spaces in my client’s homes is to ask questions about how they use their spaces.  So many people have a Living Room that is used once or twice a year.  Sometimes it’s a nook [...]

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“Our experience with Sara Arndt was nothing short of spectacular.  She’s truly an artist in the world of interior design.  We would never use anyone else.”
Cathy Rigby and Tom McCoy
 
My husband Russ and I have hired Sara Arndt multiple times and there is no one else we would rather work with. Not only does she [...]

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It’s that time of year again, when the house looks bare because the tree is gone, the menorah and santas are all put away and there are no more holiday elves.  Time to take a look at your house with fresh eyes.  How often do we take the time to redesign our spaces?  One time a year?  Two?
The [...]

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It’s winter and time to cozy up.  Even in gorgeous Southern California, we are feeling the chill.  My neighbors are going to sleep earlier as evidenced by the lack of porch lights after 10, and it’s time to relax in the evening hours. 
Creating a sacred space in your Master Bedroom is a change that can [...]

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Design like love can be fleeting.  That is why Sara Arndt Interior Design, Inc has Longevity in mind.  Fad designs can be intreguing, but really, it’s important to create a space that is livable and won’t look dated in 3 years.  If you want to be “in” change your throw pillows.
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HOT: Green Luxury-we [...]

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Updating can be uplifting for the holidays.  Some easy changes can still be made in time for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.  Simple improvements such as adding rugs or draperies can make a huge difference! 
Although it may not be the time for a complete remodel, it is a great time for changing soft goods.  Consider a room [...]

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Everyone is caught up in the economy and the ramifications of the housing market.  We all strive for a sense of permanence, of stability and safety.  When we cannot find these things externally, it is time to look within.  Creating a space that is safe and stable, warm and inviting for the times when the [...]

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