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Bath progress - swipe for before.

Bath progress - swipe for before.

Every time 😅

Every time 😅

Marble counters, new faucet, sink, hardware, paint and lighting putting in the work.
And not having the refrigerator in the middle of the room helped the most.

Marble counters, new faucet, sink, hardware, paint and lighting putting in the work.
And not having the refrigerator in the middle of the room helped the most.

MV preview
@nicolebaasphoto

MV preview
@nicolebaasphoto

There are usually only a few days a year where I’m not filled with imposter syndrome and photoshoot days are usually it 😎

There are usually only a few days a year where I’m not filled with imposter syndrome and photoshoot days are usually it 😎

One day I will share the million stories that have come with this project. The literal blood, sweat and tears. The friends that helped for Angelo’s pizza in return. For now here’s some before and after. And a shoe.

One day I will share the million stories that have come with this project. The literal blood, sweat and tears. The friends that helped for Angelo’s pizza in return. For now here’s some before and after. And a shoe.

Still working on this, but why does it look like a honey mustard packet?

Still working on this, but why does it look like a honey mustard packet?

The teams that came through for us for this quick turnaround project were incredible. The meaning behind it all.. the love in every detail selected by the family. From every book title to dish to hand painted tile.. it was intended to feel both like a new beginning, as well as a home that’s so familiar.

The teams that came through for us for this quick turnaround project were incredible. The meaning behind it all.. the love in every detail selected by the family. From every book title to dish to hand painted tile.. it was intended to feel both like a new beginning, as well as a home that’s so familiar.

Happy NYE from me and my covid

pic: @nicolebaasphoto

Happy NYE from me and my covid

pic: @nicolebaasphoto

Therapy baby.

I just saw a friend post “this year truly wasn’t it” and it made me laugh.
Happy holidays to those excited about it and those that definitely aren’t. It’s a weird time and brings up all the stuff.

Therapy baby.

I just saw a friend post “this year truly wasn’t it” and it made me laugh.
Happy holidays to those excited about it and those that definitely aren’t. It’s a weird time and brings up all the stuff.

@nashvilledesignweek

@nashvilledesignweek

Just waiting on that lighting 🙏

Just waiting on that lighting 🙏

Thanks for all the love this weekend

Thanks for all the love this weekend

Be my home

Be my home

After we shot this project in April, I ran into Stephanie on the street and she looked at me thoughtfully and asked how I was doing. She listened and replied lovingly and honestly, with a reassurance I would be ok.
Nicole has answered the phone when I have been in tears and when I have been laughing from something I needed to tell her immediately. She is the person I leave voice notes to when I have a funny story or just want to hear myself talk. We have lived lifetimes together and seen each other through it all.
I feel lucky to be part of this triangle of support and to have also given to both Stephanie and Nicole the best parts of myself when they were in need. A home for healing and an unconditional friend. I really think that’s the point of life. Being there for each other when we need it most and sharing all the support we can give when we are strong enough. Life has shown me it is precarious and short.. there are moments that slam life into perspective. Tell people you love them. Show them. Value them.
Thank you @nicolebaas, Tim @nytimes .. and my dear @stephdcarter for trusting me for many years and various iterations of life. Thank you to all of my incredible clients. This business has grown into the vision I had only imagined.

After we shot this project in April, I ran into Stephanie on the street and she looked at me thoughtfully and asked how I was doing. She listened and replied lovingly and honestly, with a reassurance I would be ok.
Nicole has answered the phone when I have been in tears and when I have been laughing from something I needed to tell her immediately. She is the person I leave voice notes to when I have a funny story or just want to hear myself talk. We have lived lifetimes together and seen each other through it all.
I feel lucky to be part of this triangle of support and to have also given to both Stephanie and Nicole the best parts of myself when they were in need. A home for healing and an unconditional friend. I really think that’s the point of life. Being there for each other when we need it most and sharing all the support we can give when we are strong enough. Life has shown me it is precarious and short.. there are moments that slam life into perspective. Tell people you love them. Show them. Value them.
Thank you @nicolebaas, Tim @nytimes .. and my dear @stephdcarter for trusting me for many years and various iterations of life. Thank you to all of my incredible clients. This business has grown into the vision I had only imagined.

Bath progression...Love this tub and all the tiles - cement scallops, subway and marble pennies 😍

Bath progression...Love this tub and all the tiles - cement scallops, subway and marble pennies 😍

Florida site visit progress pics and a palm tree in a cart 👌

Florida site visit progress pics and a palm tree in a cart 👌

The hOMe package. Inspired by my yoga training this year and years of life transitions and moves and helping clients do the same.
Being a support system for people going through the big changes that are sometimes planned and sometimes very much not. One of my very first projects, the client said it was her birthday and the project was a gift to herself after a really hard break up. She became a friend I’d work with over many years, in various homes. There are so many stories I’ve treasured and been a part of.
And I am grateful for those who have supported me... bringing over Thai food and painting my living room back when I lived in Somerville. Thank you Cat and Marin ;)

If you need design help ++ a little extra support and love... visit barbaravail.com/homepackage

The hOMe package. Inspired by my yoga training this year and years of life transitions and moves and helping clients do the same.
Being a support system for people going through the big changes that are sometimes planned and sometimes very much not. One of my very first projects, the client said it was her birthday and the project was a gift to herself after a really hard break up. She became a friend I’d work with over many years, in various homes. There are so many stories I’ve treasured and been a part of.
And I am grateful for those who have supported me... bringing over Thai food and painting my living room back when I lived in Somerville. Thank you Cat and Marin ;)

If you need design help ++ a little extra support and love... visit barbaravail.com/homepackage

2022 was all about being there for the in betweens.... the planned moves, the unexpected moves, the next phase of life designs and the let me figure out what I want my home to feel like designs. Working with vendors and contractors through the longgg lead times and waiting for the beauty at the end when things are almost ready. Being a part of every home’s story... Ready to do more of this in 2023 🦋💕💕💕

2022 was all about being there for the in betweens.... the planned moves, the unexpected moves, the next phase of life designs and the let me figure out what I want my home to feel like designs. Working with vendors and contractors through the longgg lead times and waiting for the beauty at the end when things are almost ready. Being a part of every home’s story... Ready to do more of this in 2023 🦋💕💕💕

Received this email one year ago and cannot imagine life without Jack... a dog, angel, bear, pig, cow... all in one 💟💟💟💟 @angels_retreat_pa

Received this email one year ago and cannot imagine life without Jack... a dog, angel, bear, pig, cow... all in one 💟💟💟💟 @angels_retreat_pa

home to all of our samples, vintage pieces, @barbie.pots and Jack

home to all of our samples, vintage pieces, @barbie.pots and Jack

Before && After

design: @barbaravaildesign
📷 @nicolebaasphoto
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#barbaravaildesign
#diningroomdesign
#philadelphiadesigner

Before && After

design: @barbaravaildesign
📷 @nicolebaasphoto
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#barbaravaildesign
#diningroomdesign
#philadelphiadesigner

What tile, a full sized vanity and adventurous clients can do 🟦🟩🟪

What tile, a full sized vanity and adventurous clients can do 🟦🟩🟪

When it was 50 degrees but determined to have 1 hour on beach

When it was 50 degrees but determined to have 1 hour on beach

Last week we put the finishing touches on our Miami project💙🌞🌴 More pics and stories to come... but shout out to our patienttttt and stylish clients whose adventurous vision inspired all of this

#BVDmiami
#miamidesign

Last week we put the finishing touches on our Miami project💙🌞🌴 More pics and stories to come... but shout out to our patienttttt and stylish clients whose adventurous vision inspired all of this

#BVDmiami
#miamidesign

A preview from our Dec shoot with @nicolebaasphoto 🌞

A preview from our Dec shoot with @nicolebaasphoto 🌞

Closed things out with a shoot from one of our favorite projects this year. A mix of fabrics, textures, lucite and mid-century modern intermingle with the Victorian architecture... Love that you can see all the seasons in the progress pics ❄️🌳 see you next year 💟

Closed things out with a shoot from one of our favorite projects this year. A mix of fabrics, textures, lucite and mid-century modern intermingle with the Victorian architecture... Love that you can see all the seasons in the progress pics ❄️🌳 see you next year 💟

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