Stealing Beauty by: Stephanie Andrews A beautiful Japanese garden in Kyoto. “Looking at beauty in the world is the first step in purifying the mind.” – Amit Ray What is beauty anyway?  Is it even important?  Is it a shallow concept?  If it is different for everyone, does real beauty even exist?   […]

Hi Friends, Happy 4th of July!! I must admit, it’s difficult for me to say that right now. As the daughter and granddaughter of a veteran, it’s hard to acknowledge that the fireworks, national anthem, and flags, which always brought me a sense of pride and peace, no longer feel the same. The current state […]

SURPRISE!  Creating the Unexpected in Design. By: Stephanie Andrews Happy Friday! Do you like surprises?  Surprise Parties?  (That’s a NO for me.)  Surprise Guests?  (Again, not usually.) Surprise Foods?  (Sometimes…). Surprise in Design?  (What is that?) Synonyms for surprise: Awe, Amazement, Wonder, Magic. (There were also negative associations that had to do with warfare like […]

Packing for Paris by: Stephanie Andrews Bonjour Mes Amies, I hope that you have had a good week!  Today, I’d like to continue to explore the intersection of design and travel with thoughts on travel wardrobes.  Over the years, I have shared my desire to build my capsule wardrobe.  Frankly,  I do not usually take […]

Bonjour mes amies, At the beginning of Spring, are you daydreaming of your next wanderlust vacation to places that make your heart sing?  I do.  As the weather gets warmer and then cold, in the Ides of March, I fantasize about my next big trip.  I would love to share some of these fantasies with […]

Hello friends! Stephanie here, founder of Balance Design. I am very excited to re-launch Design Pulp after a long hiatus.  My purpose is to share ideas that I think are meaningful, especially for your life at  home.  Our team at Balance Design, may help me with a guest post when they are inspired.