MDI’s Favorite Netflix Interiors
Our designers are always looking for inspiration – even when we’re Netflix binging! Today we’re sharing some of our favorite interior design from TV and movie sets:
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Arden Climbs Kilimanjaro
Arden Climbs Kilimanjaro
Recently our office assistant, Arden McKenzie climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa.
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Office Dogs Reduce Stress
Hi friends. It’s Abby, MDI’s official designing dog, UPS greeter, and sofa tester. If you’ve been following along, you know we have a dog-friendly office where all the staff dogs are treated as members of the family.
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The Difference Between a Decorator and a Designer
Have you ever wondered about the difference between an Interior Decorator and an Interior Designer? Do decorators design, or do designers decorate? It turns out there’s a big difference and The Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ) wants consumers to know.
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Margaret Visits New Zealand
About this time last year, Margaret and her husband Rob had the opportunity to travel to New Zealand for a wedding. The trip from Charleston to “The Land of the Long White Cloud” takes about 24 hours, but is well worth the effort!
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Ashley Hall Renovation Project
Ashley Hall, Charleston’s all-girls day school, has been a beloved part of Charleston’s history for more than a hundred years. Our founder, Margaret, grew up in Charleston and attended Ashley Hall from grades 9 – 12. We were pleased and proud to be the interior designer for the Warren Street House, part of Ashley Hall’s “From Here to There” renovation program.
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Take a Peek at Our Process in a Behind-the-Scenes Video
Ever wondered what it’s like to work with an interior designer? Curious about what a designer does? Check out our new video. Read More
Trip Report: Liz Visits Tulum, Mexico
Thinking about vacation already? Our Design Assistant, Liz Fraser, recently visited Tulum, Mexico and a winter day seems like a good time to revel in her photos and design inspiration.Read More
Meet Designing Dog – Dugan!
Dogs are a big part of our MDI family, and we’ve been happy to welcome Ryan Vaughn’s dog, Dugan to the pack.Read More
Favorite Coffee Table Books 2018
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Time for our annual list of our favorite coffee table books. The MDI team loves beautiful coffee table books because they’re inspiring, fun to give and get as gifts, and look great stacked up in a cozy living room or guest room. So – without further ado, here’s our 2018 list of favorite coffee table books:Read More
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