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Design Story: Acacia Wood

Design Story: One of the most memorable project we had in 2017 is this condo unit renovation at Woodsville Merville Paranaque. Before the construction took place, our client bought these acacia wood shelves in Tagaytay. It was in dark tone varnish and the wood grains were not visible. We need to match it with ourContinue reading “Design Story: Acacia Wood”

Decorating with crystals: Smokey Quartz

Decorating with Crystals: Smoky Quartz Contrary to its rather dark color, Smoky Quartz crystals are known for their protective and balancing energy. This unique combination is what makes makes Smoky Quartz an interesting crystal. When using the stone in Feng Shui, it is ideal to place it in areas where it can perform this protectiveContinue reading “Decorating with crystals: Smokey Quartz”

Decorating with crystals: Clear Quartz

Decorating with Crystals: Clear Quartz Although this crystal has only recently gained popularity, it is the most common and popular among beginners. This quartz is known to amplify the abilities of the other stones it may be in close proximity with. It does this by cleansing its neighboring stones and counteracting negativity. Ultimately, helping healContinue reading “Decorating with crystals: Clear Quartz”

Decorating with crystals: Citrine

Decorating with Crystals: Citrine The Money Stone Described to be golden yellow in color, the stone is claimed to gain its title based on this attribute. Firstly, citrine is known for harvesting its power from the sun. Because of this, it helps in creating a positive outlook and is one of the strongest manifestation stones.Continue reading “Decorating with crystals: Citrine”

10 Mobile Apps Every Interior Designer Must Have

10 APPS EVERY INTERIOR DESIGNER MUST HAVE by our guest blogger: Katherine Ronidel kath.cmvinteriordesigns@gmail.com 1. HOUZZ Houzz is a free app which gives you lots of design ideas that can provide inspiration for renovation or redecoration. The app lets users look into a vast collection of photos that can be browsed by different categories. YouContinue reading “10 Mobile Apps Every Interior Designer Must Have”

How to Deal With That Awkward Moment When Your Prospect Client Says “NO”

I’m really thankful for all the done deals, inquiries and feedback we’ve received these past months. Since I started our website using our own domain http://www.christinemanalovillamora.com, we doubled our search engine optimization and inquiries from Google links and social media accounts. It really helps! But it wasn’t that easy. Since we don’t have Web Developer,Continue reading “How to Deal With That Awkward Moment When Your Prospect Client Says “NO””