We are now more than two years into the pandemic and people are still cocooning. It’s almost as if we are still realizing the volatility we had in our lives that caused us to go home in the first place. People are seeking to make their homes life-friendly. Just as we want our bedrooms to…
I have a confession to make. I’ve been keeping a big secret and I think it’s time we let the cat out of the bag…Kirkendall Design is moving! Our new home will be located just off Highway 169 between Mingo and Garnett, in the space many of you will recognize as the former Grogg’s Green…
Have you ever thought about the fact that we spend nearly a third of our lives in our bedrooms? We invest in a quality mattress so why is this often the last room we choose to design? I’ve noticed when clients do request a redesign of their bedroom, it’s usually prompted by travel. They stay at some of the nicest hotels in…
Simple Ways to Update Your Home I don’t know about you, but after the holiday decor is all boxed up and put away I am always ready for a little design refresh in my home. I often hear the same thing from clients so I thought I would share some easy tips for breathing new…
We often wonder what people from 100 years ago would think about new technology like smart phones, self-driving cars, and the ways in which we communicate (Facetime, text and social media). But I also wonder what they would think about the rooms in our homes these days, specifically the kitchen. So much has changed. Here…
The bed is usually the focal point of any bedroom. Adding a contrasting color or texture behind the bed is a great way to create visual interest. And there are a variety of mediums that can be used to do just that. In this blog, I’ll go over adding art, paneling, contrasting paint and wallpaper…
When it comes to furniture, we all want something that looks nice but is also practical. With performance fabrics, we’re able to give our clients just that— gorgeous furniture that can withstand everyday wear and tear. Performance fabrics are a no-brainer for households with kids and pets (although some of our clients would argue that…
Welcome to our Refined-Ranch South project, part two! This remodel was a wonderful collaboration with Terra Nova Properties and was recently featured in Oklahoma Magazine. Today we’re sharing the kitchen and great room. Ready for the reveal? As with many houses built in the 1980’s, the kitchen was a galley kitchen. There really wasn’t much…
Whether you’re entertaining for the holidays or just looking for something to listen to while trimming the tree, here are some of our all-time favorite Christmas songs:
Welcome to our Refined-Ranch South project! This remodel was a wonderful collaboration with Terra Nova Properties and was recently featured in Oklahoma Magazine. There’s so much to take in and notice. Let’s get to looking! The grand living room is the first room that greets you when you walk through the front entry. Before the…
