by dmarieinte | Jun 17, 2026 | Design Insights
Central Washington has its own design identity — and it’s one we’re genuinely proud of at D. Marie Interiors. The homes we design in Wenatchee, Yakima, Cle Elum, Ellensburg, and the Suncadia area reflect a specific set of values: connection to the...
by dmarieinte | Jun 16, 2026 | Design Insights
The kitchen backsplash is one of the most visible design decisions in the room — and one of the few places where you can be genuinely expressive without the commitment of a full renovation. At D. Marie Interiors, we’re asked about backsplash tile more than...
by Jake Nyman | Jun 15, 2026 | Design Insights
The most persistent piece of advice about small rooms is: keep it light, keep it simple. Don’t use dark colors. Don’t use bold patterns. Play it safe. This advice leads to a lot of rooms that are technically inoffensive and completely forgettable. The...
by Jake Nyman | Jun 15, 2026 | Design Insights
Large format tile has become the dominant choice for bathroom floors and walls in contemporary residential design — and the trend shows no signs of reversing. The appeal is clear: fewer grout lines, a cleaner and more seamless look, and a sense of scale that makes...
by Jake Nyman | Jun 15, 2026 | Design Insights
Choosing wallpaper is one of the most personal design decisions you can make — and one of the most intimidating. Unlike paint, which is easily undone, wallpaper is a commitment. The fear of making the wrong choice keeps many people in the paint aisle indefinitely....
by Jake Nyman | Jun 15, 2026 | Design Insights
An accent wall done well can transform a room. Done poorly, it looks like an afterthought — a single wall with pattern that has nothing to do with anything else in the space. The difference between the two comes down to intention: choosing the right wall, the right...
