Lighting is such an important and broad topic, I had to split it into two posts! Last time I talked about choosing fixtures, and now we will cover choosing the type of bulb – or lamp in design lingo -  for a project. Beyond the fixture, you have to consider the type of light it […]

Light is one of the most important elements to consider when designing a room, and one of the most underestimated.  Light provides not only illumination for functional purposes, but it also has the ability to give mood and style to a space. The quality of the light cast can lead a room to feel oppressive or […]

Design styles are a look. A visual expression of a place in time and a snapshot of the lifestyles our clients want to live. Talking about style in design provides an immediate picture of a knowledge base. When working with a new client, often my first step is determining where their tastes and preferences fall […]

The Houzz awards are out, and this year we are honored with two! Every year The Best of Houzz awards recognize professionals in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. For the second consecutive year we are honored to have been selected for a Best of Houzz Award for Interior Design. Our work was the […]

We are honored to have been selected for a Best of Houzz 2016 Award. The Best of Houzz is awarded annually in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Janine Dowling Design was chosen by the more than 35 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active […]

They may seem like tiny details, but shower niches play a role in how well a modern shower functions. They prevent a jumble of bottles from taking up residence on the shower floor or cluttering up a windowsill or shower bench, instead keeping products neat and within easy reach. And because clear glass surrounds and […]