Design Clarity Weekly Helping Design Professionals Streamline, Simplify & Succeed Ladies, it's time to be radical. What does radical mean to you? I’ll admit; it’s not a word I hear often. The first thing that came to mind was those cheesy 1980s movies where everything was “radical.” But recently the word has come up a few times in conversations, podcasts, and business discussions. And when something shows up repeatedly, I’ve learned to pause and pay attention. So I asked myself: What does it...
9 days ago • 2 min read
Design Clarity Weekly Helping Design Professionals Streamline, Simplify & Succeed Hey Lovely! A beautiful design on paper means very little without the right people bringing it to life. If you’ve ever had a contractor ghost you mid-project… Or an installer rush a job that deserved more care… You know exactly what I mean. The truth? Great trades are one of the most valuable assets in your business and the designers who build strong trade relationships create smoother projects, happier clients,...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Design Clarity Weekly Helping Design Professionals Streamline, Simplify & Succeed Hey Lovely! A couple of years ago, I was hired to rework the main floor of a home. From the very beginning, the client was clear: she wanted to relocate the kitchen. So I did what we all do… Over several weeks, I: developed the new floor plan obtained quotes conducted multiple site visits and began specifying finishes and materials Presentation day arrived and she loved it. Everything was moving forward...
23 days ago • 2 min read
February 2026 A Note from Marsha Welcome to the Thoughtful Home This Family Day long weekend feels like the perfect moment to share something new with you. I’m so pleased to introduce the very first issue of Tides & Times, a small digital magazine created from my love of home, the seaside, and the quiet beauty of everyday living. I created it as a slower, more thoughtful space. A place where home isn’t about trends or urgency, but about mood, memory, and meaning. Inside you’ll find gentle...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Design Clarity Weekly Helping Design Professionals Streamline, Simplify & Succeed Hey Lovely! One of the biggest sources of tension on a project isn’t the design; it’s blurred roles between the designer and the contractor. It often shows up around one key area: purchasing and procurement. A contractor offers to “help” by ordering. A client assumes it doesn’t matter who buys. And suddenly, the lines between designer/project manager and GC start to overlap. The most successful projects aren’t...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Design Clarity Weekly Helping Design Professionals Streamline, Simplify & Succeed Hey Lovely! Beautiful spaces are great but unforgettable experiences? That’s what keeps clients coming back. Are your clients experiencing transactions… or stories? Let’s break down how to make your projects unforgettable. This week, we’re diving into how the small moments in your design process can turn a finished space into a story your clients will remember and share for years to come. Two clients finish...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
February 2026 A Note from Marsha Welcome to the Thoughtful Home Late last year, I began to notice something—and as we move into 2026, it’s only becoming more evident. There’s a quiet return to decorating. Not gut jobs. Not starting from scratch. Not chasing the next trend or influencer look. Instead, people are slowing down. Looking around their homes with fresh eyes. Asking, “What do I already have—and how can I build on it?” And honestly? I’m here for it. Our homes are not Pinterest boards....
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Design Clarity Weekly Helping Design Professionals Streamline, Simplify & Succeed Hello Friends, Last Thursday marked the end of a chapter for me. It was my last day as Senior Implementation Specialist with Mydoma, a position I would have held for four years on January 31. This past 18 months, I’ve been quietly building the second arm of my business ; showing up to support designers through my Bring Calm to Chaos program and Virtual Admin Support hours. Leaving Mydoma was not a decision I...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Design Clarity Weekly Helping Design Professionals Streamline, Simplify & Succeed Hey Lovely! Before I ever called myself a designer, I was in sales. Early in my career, I worked as a Major Accounts Executive, managing large national accounts with monthly billings of $1M+. These weren’t quick transactions or impulse buys. They were long-term relationships built on trust, clarity, and consistency. Every conversation mattered. Every expectation had to be set clearly. And every misstep showed up...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read