Christmas Decorating Trends 2016 This is my favorite time of the year, when you feel the chill of autumn in the morning air, and you can sense the Holidays approaching. Just like in fashion, there are trends in Christmas decorating that are stand outs each year. Here are some of my favorites… while remembering that [...]
I always look forward to the international trade shows that I attend in Paris and Frankfurt. These seem to set the tone for the up and coming home décor trends that will also influence us here back at home. But this year I found that our Southern Californian lifestyle as well as the hip artist [...]
I just recently returned from a buying trip at the Maison Objet show in Paris. Not only was I inspired by all the beautiful displays and booths, but had the chance to walk the entire show to see all the trends in fabric, lighting and furniture. Here are a few of my observations of the [...]
The Holidays are upon us, and it’s time to start thinking about decorating your home for the Christmas season. This is the most wonderful time of the year to celebrate with family and friends, and adding greenery and cherished ornaments will add to the memories created. The trends for this Christmas are not brand new, but [...]
The beginning of every year I have the opportunity to travel to different trade shows both domestically as well as abroad in Europe. I look forward to seeing all the new product introductions as well as seeing what the industry is predicting to be on trend for home décor. Here are some of the top [...]
The holidays are upon us, and I know a few of you may be intimidated by the idea of decorating for the holidays, so here are few tips and decor trends to make the process more enjoyable. In order to minimize stress, try to be realistic about the time you need to decorate and schedule it [...]
Spring is the perfect chance to bring new life and home décor accents into our surroundings. After the dreary winter weather, and the last couple of years of the monochromatic design trends, it’s time to not only add color but also personality to the interior of your home. […]
I enjoy entertaining during the Holiday season since it gives me a chance to spend quality time with my close friends and share my home with them. The house is already decorated for Christmas, so all I have to focus on is setting the table and hopefully having one of my culinary friends help out [...]
Creating arrangements from fresh cut garden flowers is something I truly enjoy. The beauty of these natural, fragrant bouquets looks lovely in any setting. Flowers bought from a florist are grown to last longer and have taller, straighter stems, while garden flowers are more delicate, have shorter stems, and need to be conditioned before you [...]
Eric Cortina’s has been with Rogers Gardens for over 25 years. He started out in the floral department and worked his way up to his current position as Creative Director. He is also the home décor buyer. In his position as Creative Director, Eric sets the overall looks, themes, and vision of the various departments [...]
