[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-coastal-elegance-with-interior-specialist-geri-otoole":3,"blog-related-coastal-elegance-with-interior-specialist-geri-otoole":29},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":7,"authorName":10,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":11,"categories":12,"tags":15,"products":21,"inlineProducts":22,"seo":23},346,"coastal-elegance-with-interior-specialist-geri-otoole","Coastal Elegance With Interior Specialist Geri O'Toole",null,"\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 12pt;\">\u003Cem>All photos in this article were provided and designed by \u003Ca href=\"https://www.geridesigns.ie/\">Geri O'Toole and Geri Designs\u003C/a>.\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":21} -->\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:spacer -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Creative Director and Interior Specialist Geri O'Toole brings a fresh and modern outlook to the interior design world. As talented and charismatic as they come, Geri is a Southern Ireland designer based in Limerick City with projects nationwide. We had the pleasure of chatting with Geri about her interiors, art, and aesthetic development. As always, we're thrilled to have new and young designers as friends of The Kuotes. Here's what Geri had to say!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"tadv-format-panel\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>The Kuotes: \u003C/em>Hi Geri! Can you tell me about your background and how you got interested in design?\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"tadv-format-panel\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Geri\u003C/strong>: Hi! M\u003Cspan class=\"tadv-format-panel\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\">y life has always been steeped in design and aesthetic. My mother, who sadly passed when I was 9 years old, worked in interior design and took up painting later in life. My father was (and still is) always selling fine art and antiques. Our home was always surrounded in antiques and art, and I loved it from an early age. I trained in interior architecture and design, and when I completed training and gained experience, I came back to the family business and started running it about 10 years ago. Since then I redeveloped the business into a whole home solution from lighting to flooring and everything in between, but all luxurious and with quality product.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:image {\"id\":15516,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-15516\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/71-OConnell-Ave-2019-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/figure>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:image -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:tadv/classic-paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Look\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:tadv/classic-paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:shortcode -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\"> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/6373-Cisco-Brothers-Rebecca-Denim-White-Coastal-Style-Slip-Accent-Chair-With-Swivel?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15736 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_6373.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1022\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\"> \u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/44623-Willow-Coastal-Beige-Natural-Jute-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15492 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Willow-Coastal-Beige-Natural-Jute-Rug-5-x-76.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/17880-Remy-Modern-Grey-Stud-Leather-Wood-Ottoman?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15493 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Remy-Modern-Grey-Stud-Leather-Wood-Ottoman.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003C/div>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:shortcode -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:separator -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>K:\u003C/strong> \u003Cstrong>When did you first launch/start Geri Designs? Where are you based? Where do you offer your design services?\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The requests for my design skills on projects and my passion for interior design started the development of the design business. So it’s really only in its infancy. The new stand-alone brand of Geri Designs is relatively new, starting last year, but I've been designing for a number of years. I'm based in the heart of Limerick city in Southern Ireland, but I work on projects remotely and nationwide. I have a new studio opening in the next couple of months, which is very exciting! I also hope to work with some clients more remotely in other countries with our design packages.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:separator -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter\">\u003Chr />\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-15515\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/91-OConnell-Ave-2019-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/figure>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:image -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Look\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:shortcode -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\"> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/27442-Exquisite-Rugs-Purity-Modern-Classic-Heathered-Elegant-Mink-Grey-Bamboo-Silk-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15738 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_27442.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\"> \u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/37558-Anya-Modern-Classic-Beige-Upholstered-Wood-Bed-Queen?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15501 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Anya-Modern-Classic-Beige-Upholstered-Wood-Bed-Queen.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/28820-CR-Laine-Layla-Modern-Classic-Belgian-Linen-Upholstered-Bolster-Pillow-Daybed?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15499 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CR-Laine-Layla-Modern-Classic-Belgian-Linen-Upholstered-Bolster-Pillow-Daybed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003C/div>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:separator -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>K: \u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">How would you describe your \"Geri O'Toole\" design style?\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G: \u003C/strong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">I think I would describe my design style as luxurious… Even if it’s more of a contemporary style I'm doing, I focus on the “wow” factor and enduring interior solutions that my clients will love for years to come. My personal style is quite timeless, I love to mix some antiques with my projects, while still maintaining a very fresh and clean style.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:image {\"id\":15513,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-15513\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Bright-44-OConnell-Ave-2019.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/figure>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Look\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:tadv/classic-paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:shortcode -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\"> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/9384-Cisco-Home-Louis-Silver-Grey-Slipcovered-Coastal-Sectional-Left-Arm-Facing?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-25964 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_9384.jpg\" alt=\"sectional\" width=\"500\" height=\"511\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\"> \u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/82946-Dinelle-Rustic-Brown-Elm-Wood-Top-Brown-Iron-Leg-Round-Coffee-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-25965 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_82946.jpg\" alt=\"coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/56270-Jayden-Modern-Classic-Tan-Brown-Leather-Wood-Arm-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-25968 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_56270-1.jpg\" alt=\"arm chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003C/div>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\r\n\u003C!-- wp:separator -->\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>K:\u003C/strong> \u003Cstrong>How would you describe your design process from conception to completion?\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The concept is largely based around the clients and what they would love to live with and what works functionally. I take my inspiration as a concept from them as people and how they live and then I build on that. The design first starts with imagery, and then how the design works spatially - it's really important that the proportions are right, that’s the key to good design. And (the most fun part) is layering with fabrics, art, color and materials. For me, it's all about waiting for your ideas to come to life. Then feeling that overwhelming and satisfying feeling to see the furniture that I’ve custom made being installed in a space, seeing the entire creative process come together… there’s no feeling better than that!!\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:image {\"id\":15517,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n\u003Cblockquote>\r\n\u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\"I love the revival of rattan and marble, as well as everything natural. I don’t think you can beat natural materials, they’re the key to making something look amazing… and standing the test of time.\" -Geri O'Toole\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h4>\r\n\u003C/blockquote>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-15517\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/105-OConnell-Ave-2019-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/figure>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Look\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:tadv/classic-paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:shortcode -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\"> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/17837-Arteriors-Tilda-Modern-Classic-White-Washed-Wood-Tubular-Chandelier?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-25970 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_17837.jpg\" alt=\"Chandelier\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\"> \u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/60423-Phoebe-Modern-Classic-Black-Metal-Beveled-Round-Wall-Mirror?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-25971 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_60423.jpg\" alt=\"mirror\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/110442-Regina-Andrew-Jameson-Industrial-Loft-Oil-Rubbed-Bronze-Steel-Wallchiere-Sconce?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-25972 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_110442.jpg\" alt=\"sconce\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div> \u003C/div>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:shortcode -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:separator -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>K: What would you say is your favorite part of the design process?\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I love meeting clients! When we understand each other and they have trust in me to guide them in the right decisions. That relationship and trust is so important to achieving the best results. I also love picking finishes and pulling looks together, that’s one of the most fun parts!!\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:image {\"id\":15518,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-15518\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Bathroom-Images-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/figure>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:image -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">K:\u003C/strong>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\"> Do you have any advice or tips as per your design style?\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don’t scrimp on the budget to go for cheap, trend-led pieces. Just wait, save and buy correct first time. There is nothing worse than buying cheap just to buy twice. Get the lighting right, keep it soft and atmospheric. Lots of plants too to add freshness in each space.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:image {\"id\":15509} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-15509\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Geri_HouseTour_RuthMaria_03.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/figure>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:image -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Shop the Look\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:shortcode -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\"> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\"> \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/3936-Darden-Light-Industrial-Chic-Open-Lantern-Pendant-Inch?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15520 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Darden-4-Light-Industrial-Chic-Open-Lantern-Pendant-32-Inch.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"999\" height=\"999\" />\u003C/a> \u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\"> \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/29172-Palecek-Hermosa-Coastal-Beach-Metal-Frame-Rattan-Outdoor-Counter-Stool?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15522 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Palecek-Hermosa-Coastal-Beach-Metal-Frame-Rattan-Outdoor-Counter-Stool-24.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"999\" height=\"999\" />\u003C/a> \u003C/div> \u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\"> \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/9819-Yuma-Rustic-Lodge-Reproduction-Deer-Skull-Trophy-Wall-Mount-Sculpture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15521 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Yuma-Rustic-Lodge-Reproduction-Deer-Skull-Trophy-Wall-Mount-Sculpture.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a> \u003C/div> \u003C/div>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:shortcode -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>K: \u003C/strong>\u003Cb>What trends/looks are you seeing this summer that you love?\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I love the revival of rattan and marble, as well as everything natural. I don’t think you can beat natural materials, they’re the key to making something look amazing… and standing the test of time.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15744\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Bathroom-Images-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"5672\" height=\"4096\" />\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:image {\"id\":15510,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:image -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>K:\u003C/strong> \u003Cb>What is the biggest challenge you face as a designer? How do you attempt to solve that challenge?\u003C/b> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expressing the importance of better quality… not buying into fast interior design.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>K:\u003C/strong> \u003Cb>Is there anything else about Geri Design we should know? \u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>G:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It’s a dream come true for me to be working with something I’m passionate about - I have a full-time design team of four, and they’re a wonderful bunch that help me create beautiful homes for our many wonderful clients. We are growing all the time; the demand is there for beautiful and timeless design. We’re looking forward to what the future holds for us, and enjoying the journey of life in the interior design industry.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n\u003C!-- wp:image {\"id\":9971,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Kathy Kuo Home Design Services\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Need design help? In addition to being a source for beautiful high quality furnishings, designer books, and decor, Kathy Kuo Home has a team of professional \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/designservices?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=geri\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.kathykuohome.com/designbar&source=gmail&ust=1578606810757000&usg=AFQjCNH6Pwdal8jhoFuLhLnOvNeD922GkA\">interior designers\u003C/a> that are ready to assist with all of your interior design needs. Our services provide multiple layout and design options that fit your style and budget for any room. You will work with a team of designers and project managers to help you truly love where you live.\u003C/span>\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"> \u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>Call (888) 908-3486 or email \u003Ca href=\"mailto:designs@kathykuohome.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">designs@kathykuohome.com\u003C/a> today to get started!\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv>\u003Chr />\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"> \u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C!-- /wp:paragraph -->\u003C/span>\u003C/p>","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Geri_Portrait_RuthMaria_04.jpg","Kathy Kuo Home","2019-07-09T11:00:47Z",[13,14],"Home","Friends of the Kuotes",[16,17,18,19,20],"interior design","kathy kuo home","Interior Design Ideas","coastal beach","geri otoole",[],[],{"title":24,"description":25,"keywords":26,"canonicalUrl":27,"noIndex":28},"Coastal Elegance With Interior Specialist Geri O'Toole - Kathy Kuo Home","Creative Director and Interior Specialist Geri O'Toole brings a fresh and modern outlook to the interior design world.","geri o'toole","/blog/coastal-elegance-with-interior-specialist-geri-otoole",false,[30,42,51],{"id":31,"slug":32,"title":33,"excerpt":34,"heroImageUrl":35,"authorName":10,"publishedDt":36,"categories":37},1068,"custom-cabinetry-kathy-kuo-home-unique-kitchens-baths","Custom Heirloom Cabinetry, Reimagined: Inside Our New Collaboration with Unique Kitchens & Baths","Introducing six European-inspired cabinet designs that are completely customizable.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Kathy-Kuo-Home-x-Unique-Kitchens-Baths-Bristol-Rolling-Fog-painted-kitchen-cabinetry.jpg","2026-05-07T10:00:38Z",[13,38,39,40,41],"The Designer's Handbook","Bedroom","The Trade Exclusive","Kitchen & Bath",{"id":43,"slug":44,"title":45,"excerpt":46,"heroImageUrl":47,"authorName":10,"publishedDt":48,"categories":49},1067,"investing-in-heirloom-furniture","Why Heirloom-Quality Home Goods Are Worth the Investment: 7 Pieces to Shop Now and Keep Forever","A designer's guide to heirloom furniture and décor that's worth the investment.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Worlds-Away-Rattan-Dresser-in-a-cozy-traditional-living-room.jpg","2026-05-01T10:00:21Z",[13,50,41],"Living Room",{"id":52,"slug":53,"title":54,"excerpt":55,"heroImageUrl":56,"authorName":10,"publishedDt":57,"categories":58},1066,"sunbrella-interiors-fabrics","Sunbrella Interiors Fabrics We Love for Beautiful, Exceptionally Durable Upholstery","What we love about our newest performance fabrics from Sunbrella.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Sunbrella-upholstered-furniture.jpg","2026-04-24T10:00:45Z",[13,38,50]]