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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...