Pour us a cup and curl up by the fire-- cocoa is more than just for a warm beverage. We are drinking in this delightful shade nestled between camel and chestnut. This shade is the color your hot chocolate gives way to when the marshmallows melt and it's the perfect drinking temperature. It's a perfect color temperature in interiors as well and your closet. This shade looks great on all skin tones and moves well from day to night.

Feeling a little blah? It's that space between Halloween-y time and Thanksgiving where only the very adventurous get holiday shopping and Christmas cards done. We get it. But your space shouldn't fall flat! Adding texture makes a room pop even more than those tangerine pillows you've been eyeing and potentially more than the German schmear on the fireplace. Join us today to see how texture might be the it factor you are missing from your...

Smooth it out with sculptural pieces! On the Pedestal this month we are placing perfectly turned pieces. From tables to lighting, smooth pieces are modern, but pair well with even the most traditional of spaces. Rodan and Michelangelo would be proud of these artistic and masterful pieces!

These rustic kitchens have us swooning. Subway tiles and rich earthy tones make these spaces as warm and inviting as every kitchen should be. As the space we are all drawn to the most, kitchens deserve some love and these modern, rustic selections pair so well together we couldn't be more excited to place them On the Pedestal.

These gardens aren't so secret, but we will let you in on one: they are pretty fabulous. Florals aren't just for spring, but bloom year round in these fabulous interior designs. Using florals with a darker negative space, such as a navy or black, brings florals into a more modern era and a less dainty vibe. We love seeing these florals paired with September's Color Crush...

Feeling down? Might be time to look up and give the 5thwall the attention that it deserves. Flip your space upside down and show some love to your ceiling. The use of coffers, beams, and shiplap add architectural interest. We love seeing wallpaper and even black paint bring spaces to life in unexpected ways.

Big, bright, bold. October isn't just a month for darker pieces! We are placing bright bold pieces and wall decor On the Pedestal. A space is elevated with these bright shades. We love using these bold shades monochromatically, a vibe we are always loving.

It’s getting dark out there, and, we hope, dark in here as well. Jet black has earned its place On the Pedestal. Black is sophisticated and mysterious. Black is not the shade of angst or moodiness, but the utmost of sophistication. Whether in monochrome or a single, stunning piece or accent wall, the blacker, the better!

As the days get shorter and the colors shift, it's time to place some unexpected colors and elements On the Pedestal. Join us in looking at the ways jet black is more than a Halloween color and florals aren't just for sunny spring days. Global aesthetic and natural fibers are October's Pedestal Picks as well. Join us this month in taking a deeper look at everything from our color crush to kitchen combos.

Brace for impact! Our first reveal of a client project from start to finish! We can't wait to walk through the whole bathroom renovation. This space was stripped to the studs and we have the best time working with our client through every detail. CDB Interiors loved getting to elevate this space!

Not all that glitters is gold, interior design gold, that is. Sometimes a finish needs the clean matte look to tie a space together. From matte subway tiles to matte black countertops and even dining utensils, we love are placing this look On the edestal.

Love us some leather. This month we are putting leather On the Pedestal, and maybe making a pedestal, a couch, a chair, and dining chairs out of this supple but strong material. We love that leather, like a fine wine, gets better with age. Fall is a fabulous time to explore with leather details in your spaces, or go all out in that classic, strong look. Autumn and winter call for leather pieces in your wardrobe. Jackets, pants, boots, and...

It was Beyoncé who said it first, but we want to make sure we put a ring on it too. Gold and brass banding add that extra flair, much like the perfect pieces of jewelry. Wrapped around just about any piece, from furniture to accessories, the gold and brass branding deserves a place On the Pedestal.

Pass us the Dijon, whole grain, and classic yellow-- we want an extra helping of mustard. Placing this darker honey hue On the Pedestal is right on trend, but also a classic. Like the shades of turning leaves, this color turns out heads! Mixing it in with our wardrobes and interior design makes this a fabulous golden shade.

As the seasons roll into fall, colors and textures become richer, but so do our patterns. We are mad about plaid this season, and not much more gets classic than plaid. This print has stood the test of time in both interior design, and in fashion. September is a perfect time to start rolling into autumn and plaid is a way to transition with the rich shades of fall.

Boasting the very true statement that, "Each rug has a story," King House Rugs has brought these woven stories into beautiful spaces for more than forty years. Christin Terrell, owner and rug historian, has made a life's work of finding these unique and vibrant pieces. From the wool's first sourcing in Turkey, to Nepal, to the Silken Road, to North Africa, to the King's House Rugs Showroom, to in your space-- this special vendor brings home...

Last Saturday, CDB Interiors was humbled and honored to be a part of the Access/Design event at The Houston Design Center. Several days of sample sale, designer discussion, food and fun commenced to bring the design world of Houston together!

Sometimes things are sweet, sometimes they are Savery. The Ole Miss grad, with an English and creative writing background, is a native Houstonian and celebrating her 30th birthday today! Jen Savery rounds out our team as the Marketing Director. Outnumbered by her two young boys and husband, Jen leans on her corgi, Polly, for some girl time at home. Her oldest son asked her, "Why do you always pick out white stuff for our house?" proving that...

It's that time of year, baseball reaches a fever pitch and football has kicked off-- and the men seem to disappear to the couch. And even if sports aren't his thing, we want to give a little love to the guys and their man caves this month. Bring on the leather, the rich tones, and bro time far away from the ladies.

Don't tread on me. Or do. Rugs have earned their place On the Pedestal. The chameleons of the design world, rugs can either anchor a space or steer the ship. With the vast array of textures, colors, and designs, the change of rug can change a room. Even tiny spaces and hallways need a pop on the floor, like a runner or small surface area piece.

Be still our chic hearts, monochrome is On the Pedestal. There is something so sophisticated about a singular color palate. It works with neutrals and with colors and is sure to be stunning in wardrobe and in your spaces. In fashion and interiors, a tonal palate adds interest when balanced with mixed textures. The one color task might seem overwhelming-- but, dear friends, we assure you, a hero hue makes design streamline. Monochrome makes...

Dorms, closets, apartments, the smallest of spaces sometimes have the biggest hearts. Don't let less square footage fool you, smaller spaces take more imagination. Whether it's stacking dorm beds up for more storage or making a rented space feel personal, we are placing the tiny but mighty spaces On the Pedestal. A small space does not mean a small imagination; in fact, it calls for even more creative mind to make a small space functional and...

Once upon a time, this was the last month we were allowed to wear white without making someone blush. Now, we welcome white in all seasons, spaces, and are flat out in love. The color crush this month has more depth than some might imagine. Milk, cream, ivory, eggshell, vanilla, and pearl-- white isn't just an accent shade but deserves a spotlight all her own.

How did summer go by so quickly? While we lament the end of these long days, we are excited to place some August loves On the Pedestal. From shades of porcelain to man caves, we are throwing shade, and by shade we mean one and it's monochrome. Let us roll out the rugs we love and join us this last summer month and beat that summer sadness with CDB Interiors!

Anyone have that co-worker you most look forward to seeing? Meet Sheldon, the office official mascot and true teammate. What weight he is actually pulling, we aren't sure, but office morale is better because he is always their to rifle through a bag or win a staring contest. Sheldon is as important a fixture at the office as any ginger jar or striped pillow, and we wish he could read this and be as flattered as we are infatuated with him!

Sometimes it takes one piece to anchor a room, and sometimes it's just the start of something fabulous. The Gray Sofa Project brought about a labor of love from four designers. The Houston Chronicle featured these teams in yesterdays' paper, and we couldn't be more humbled and excited to have been...

We don't need to believe in magic, we see it with our own eyes! Sunbrella, Perennials, and David Sutherland are the fabrics and furniture designer for the good, bad, and ugly of any environment. This wipe it down and move on fabric makes indoor and outdoor spaces spill safe, so let the good times roll! Fabrics and pieces comes in a multitude of shades, patterns, and styles. Outdoor vendors take their well-earned place...

Have bag, will travel. Whether you travel to the beach, mountains, or city, you will need all the right gear and the right bag to carry it in! We are placing some of our favorite summer travel gear and bags On the Pedestal . Make your summer escape extra special with a bag that isn't just for utility, but shows everyone that you have arrived.

Time to open up those shades and let the sun shine in! Natural light streams in and light 's up any space in the way only the summer sun can. Placing window treatments On the Pedestal couldn't come at a better time. Whether you fancy plantation shutters, rattan shades, or gorgeous fabric draperies, your window treatments are like putting on mascara-- it makes the whole place pop!

We are celebrating our founder and leader's birthday all month! What better place for a birthday lunch than Tiny Boxwood's? Nestled in the heart of Houston amongst the vines and gorgeous modern farmhouse decor, we showered Cheryl with peonies, twine-wrapped orange place settings, and, of course, chocolate chip cookies. And we won't tell if you don't, but a little white wine mojito for lunch really topped off the birthday celebration!

The temperatures are up and so is the sun in extended hours, which means we are taking to the wilderness. And by wilderness we mean outdoor spaces. Nothing feels more like summer than crisp cocktails on a patio with fresh fruit while the sun turns the sky shades of sherbet.

Drifting away sounds like a lovely summer goal. And we are placing driftwood and sea glass On the Pedestal as the summer naturals. We love washed out beautifully turned branches of driftwood and the story they tell. Sea glass whispers tales of green and blue waves, tossing it about and washing up on the shores of our spaces in gorgeous glass vessels.

Orange you glad it's summer? Make a splash with this fabulous citrus shade. It's as warm and inviting as the summer sun. Orange adds a perfect punch to any interior or wardrobe. We love seeing orange paint, orange upholstery, orange accessories, and pops of orange in a summer wardrobe. A happy color, tangerine refreshes and makes every color around it pop as much as a bottle of Veuve Clicquot!

Can you smell summer? We are ready for the long sun-drenched days on our porches with a cold drink. Diving right in to the season of exodus from home or just enjoying a BBQ on your patio, we love putting all things summer On the Pedestal! Tangerine, travel bags, and Sunbrella fabric are sure to make your summer a splash. And this month...

Where would we be without someone keeping track of the money? Mindy is a vital and integral part of our team. Never one to crave the spotlight, it makes us all the more excited to shine on Mindy and give her the credit she deserves!

Aria Stone Gallery "believes each stone is a unique piece of artwork" and their perfectly curated collection has us rocking out. Our clients satisfaction is always guaranteed when we get to use this vendor, so they have well earned their place #OnthePedestal. Rather than fulfilling a stock-list, Aria Stone Gallery chooses stones that are unique...

It’s that time of year, the one where you open your closet to grab a light sweater and realize you should be on an episode of Hoarders. Spring cleaning is here. And cleaning doesn’t just mean declutter, it is a time to restructure schedules, reorganize that junk drawer, and make the day-to-day a more organized system.

We are not in a desert when it comes to botanical prints and accessories, or are we? Succulents are all over the interior design world in greenery and in print. Adorned on a window sill or in a fabulous window treatment, these cacti are making a mark. Lest we forget, succulents have also emerged in the fashion world.

We know, we are animals. And we embrace that. We are placing animal prints #OnthePedestal this Friday and couldn't think of a better theme going into our weekend. Animal prints are coming out of the jungle and all over our living rooms, dining room, and into our closest. No need to call pest control, these prints are anything but a nuisance.

The sun is out and we want to be awash in golden hues! Yellow doesn’t have to be the custardy colors we see on nursery room walls, but yellow doesn’t have to be infantile; in fact, the golden, warm shades we are placing #OnthePedestal and they are anything but baby proof! Yellow is inviting and sophisticated in interiors and in wardrobe. We love how different textiles allow for...

May we tell you what we are placing #OnthePedestal? Our love list is bursting with succulents, animal print, yellow, and our Vendor Highlight of Aria Stone Gallery. Summer is almost here so we are taking a walk on the unexpected wild side.

Houston, we have an answer to all the antique and interior markets around the state! DASH, Design. Arts. Style. Home. In the fabulous (and air-conditioned!) Silver Street Studios we can find anything from mid-century to French antique, to sleek minimalistic contemporary pieces. And it's not just furniture and home accessories, there are fabulous lines of jewelry and clothing too. The DASH Market...

Geodes and agate will rock your space! We love these natural minerals and seeing all the ways they get used in our spaces. From coasters to lamps and even agate inspired wallpaper and duvets, the way geodes bring a unique ombre coloring and depth to a space. Geodes are actual mineral deposits after pockets of lava form silica over time. Well, as far as design trends go, geodes time is now!

Originated by designers George C. Heins and Christopher Grant La Farge, this 3-by-6-inch rectangle was first seen in a New York subway station. The tiles moved as quickly as the subway into bathrooms and kitchens across the country. Bright, easy to clean, and sleek, subway tiles work in the running bond pattern or in unexpected herringbone patterns. We love mixing it up. Diagonal offsets and crosshatches, vertical bond, you name it-- we've...

Spring simply calls for pastels. The gorgeous almost watercolored softer shades deserve a place On the Pedestal. Easter is a fabulous time for these gentle colors to make a bold entrance into our wardrobes, but our spaces as well! Pastels are calming and give a serene atmosphere to any space. Mints, butter yellows, blushy pinks, moody blues, and luscious lilacs should invade any and...

April showers bring April pastels, geodes, subway tiles, and the DASH Market! That's how the poem goes, right? We love the breath of fresh air that is spring, and with this sweet season comes precious pastels. We are placing classics with twist, like subway tiles, and more contemporary items, like geodes, On the Pedestal this month. We can't...

We are placing some of our favorite vendors On the Pedestal! We love the service team, the furniture, the textiles, and the incredible showrooms here in Houston. So happy to get to highlight Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams and Design Within Reach. These nationally found vendors are full of pieces we love and...

We love seeing dark woods come back. Darker stains, paints, and shades make lighter walls seem taller and the room seem bigger. Give a room depth and extra space with darker floors and add square footage without knocking down a wall. Dark wood doesn’t end with the floors, we are jumping on board with dark furniture and wooden accents as well. Dark pieces are stately and attractive; they hold their own and look grown up and sophisticated.

Colored appliances, a once retro look, is in and chic as all get out! We love color and needn't be afraid of it, including in our appliances. No need to hide our appliances behind panels or wash them out with stainless steel any longer, let your true colors show! Colored appliances are easier to clean and show fewer smudges, but practicality aside, the color softens up a room usually full of functionality. Stainless steel can be sleek, or it...

It’s an exciting time here at CDB Interiors! Along with being placed On the Pedestal and in our Staff Spotlight, Kari Nelson our Associate Designer has been given a project all her own. CDB Interiors through Kari Nelson teamed with Wayfair to design her Dream...

Who knew what we learned in high school math would come in so handy for interiors? Hexagonal tiles, rectangle shiplap, triangular millwork—and no need for a protactor! We love seeing geometrics come out in wooden details and tiles, hardwoods, and backsplashes. Shape is an easy way to add depth without adding fuss.

Florals for spring. Groundbreaking, right? Maybe its the darker shades throughout winter or the actual thaw, but we love florals and greenery especially this time of year. Faux or fresh, in print of a terra-cotta planter, spring has sprung and we are ready for our greens.

Don’t think grandma’s kitchen when we say, “wallpaper!” The once dated look is back and we are loving the facelift this classic style is getting! From De Gournay to Cole & Sons, we love adding wallpaper, especially in unexpected places and spaces. A half bath becomes a whole new room with some special print on the wall. An accent wall in an office or bedroom brings to life the space with the right wallpaper.

Spring has sprung, and shades of green are everywhere. From St. Patrick’s Day to the Masters, to our yards coming back to life, we are placing green On the Pedestal. We love this shade for its vast array of use. It’s organic, it’s cool and multi-dimensional, it’s not shy but doesn’t become an attention-hog either. Green looks crisp and put together, but unfussy and clean. Green...

There is something sweet and special about gallery walls. The deconstructed method to the chaos kind of look you get with a gallery wall tells a story in your space. From family photos, to meaningful art, to cool vintage finds, we are placing gallery walls and all that you display on them On the Pedestal!

It's March and Spring has arrived as far as we are concerned! We are placing all things fresh On the Pedestal. From green interiors to green appliances to the real deal green house plants, it is time to feel alive and natural this time of year. We love our march into March, adorned with current trends that have a more classic vibe and the ways that details can make the space. Our...

We are excited to place two of our favorite antique brands On the Pedestal. As rare and special as the pieces they carry, these vendors have earned their spotlights for unique and beautifully curated styles. In fact, we are such big fans of Janet Wiebe Antiques, we already featured her needlepoint chairs on our post. We love the...

We are placing acrylic On the Pedestal. We can’t get enough, whether it’s a drawer pull or a ghost chair, acrylic embodies that less can, in fact, be more. These incredible items look contemporary, but not cold; minimalist, but not minor; luxury, but not over the top.

Patina actually means “an impression or appearance of something,” and our impression is that the appearance of patina is worthy of being placed On the Pedestal! When copper ages, it takes on a new dimension due to the oxidation over long periods of time. This aging doesn’t actually age a piece though, it gives it rich tonal changes that make us wonder if older is better. From sea...

Want a show stopper? Do something, anything, in hot pink! We are head over heels for this fun, fabulous shade. It is the wilder, younger sister of the sweet blushy tones we have been seeing all year. A hot pink wall, desk chair, even a hot pink bouquet of peonies has mood-lifting properties to it. Pink exudes confidence without arrogance, while also being soft and approachable. This hue so signature to girly fun has a business side too when...

While we always love antiques, we are excited to see needlepoint make a glorious comeback! Whether it’s vintage or brand new, we love the depth and richness these unique pieces bring. From bathroom vanity pedestals to pillows, we are seeing needlepoint add texture and prints in otherwise bland designs. And because fashion and interior design tend to trend together, we are loving needlepoint make its way in fashion too....

Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all? These mirrors would reply that they are! Bring light and luxury to any space with a mirror. Not only does it reflect the natural light already in the room, but it elongates and lets the space grow. Don’t be bashful with your mirrors either, these are pieces of art. We love these ornate pieces that command all eyes on them. Mirrors, like a good relationship, reflect the beauty that...

We are placing velvet On the Pedestal, because its gorgeous rich texture brings out the best in all the colors of the rainbow. Luxe on a whole other level, and now it’s established its place as a year round textile! What was once a fashion faux paux is now a fashion forward choice, and the same goes for interiors.

It's that time of year when we transition slowly, but surely to Spring. We are placing some lovely colors, pieces, and textures On the Pedestal this month that hold their own in February and beyond! From our Vendor Spotlights to our favorite color this month, we are loving the way different shapes, textures, textiles, and pieces both old and new can make any space special.

Our fearless leader and founder, Cheryl Devine Baker believes in the following quote when it comes to space: “ Some people look for a beautiful place. Others make a place beautiful” (author unknown). Making places and spaces livable, beautiful, and reflective of each and every client’s personal aesthetic is Cheryl’s primary inspiration.

Normally, we would place our love list On the Pedestal, but today we are placing everything on the mantel! With our focus this January on taking care of the things we love, from our minds and bodies to our homes, we were drawn to what is often the epicenter of our living spaces--mantels. Dressed up in ornate millwork and stone carving, or stripped down to a raw railroad tie, these...

It’s all in the details and hardware is certainly not to be overlooked. Gold hardware is an easy way to lux up a space and add that richness we all crave. Amidst the Carrera marble or the flat grey bathroom cabinets, the gold knobs and faucets pop. Think of it like adding an accessory to an outfit, the hardware adds that next level touch to a room like the gentle twinklings of perfectly styled earrings.

CDB Interiors has noticed an upswing in bars requested by our clients, so we wanted to place them and the accessories that make it special On the Pedestal. From diamond glass doors for storage, to gilded shakers and glasses, a bar or bar cart (for those with a little less space) adds a certain sophistication to your after work hours. Leather...

Along with resolutions of health and wellness, there is no wellness comparable to getting the kind of reset and mindfulness that comes from a cozy home. We have picked some of our favorite decompression items. A snuggle-worthy throw from William Sonoma and Barefoot Dreams robe that must be made from marshmallows is the start to a...

It's regal. It's royal. It's in-your-face bold and yet, not aggressive. It's Pantone's Color of the Year. We see color making it's way across the fashion world, but fashion and interior design have a way of holding hands while telling their stories.

We are excited to place two of our favorite brands On the Pedestal. Lulu & Georgia and Viyet have certainly earned their prowess in the design world for being original.

Welcome to 2018 and to the new CDB Interiors Blog! New year, new you, new us—well, in digital format, at least. January is full of fresh starts so we are diving right in with a new way for you to see our vision and the things we are loving, placing all of these On the Pedestal. January is proving to be a month of texture, depth, and dimension. And why not, when we are all assessing...