Ep. 137: design firm Toledo Geller

Published: April 14, 2020, 8 a.m.

b'Virginia and Jessica, who own the boutique design firm Toledo Geller, join the show this week. This design duo who were just named House Beautiful\\u2019s \\u201cNew Wave Designers\\u201d talk about the interesting way they met, how their styles compliment one another, and a home should be designed to fit your lifestyle.\\nWhat You\\u2019ll Hear On This Episode\\n\\nThe intention behind the way they design spaces\\n\\nYes, it is possible to meet your next business partner on Craigslist. Virginia and Jessica are perfect examples.\\n\\nHow their different styles compliment each other\\n\\nEach of their signature design go-to\\u2019s when working on a project\\n\\nWhy both women believe we can work around anything, and examples of how they found solutions in challenging times.\\n\\nProjects where they worked holistically and made sure the decor was perfectly trimmed and tailored to the space.\\n\\nWays that we can work with the architecture and blueprint of the home to decorate it in a way that really brings out how it was meant to be presented.\\n\\nWhy we shouldn\\u2019t be scared of everyday wear and tear because they are memories and part of experiencing life.\\n\\nMore about Jessica\\u2019s New Jersey Home and the inspiration behind all the beautiful patterns and textures.\\n\\nHow we make a room feel happy and joyous using colors and a play on patterns.\\n\\nWhy Virginia and Jessica ask their clients what they wear when they entertain, and what the answer tells them about their clients.\\n\\n\\nMentioned In This Episode:\\nToledo Geller\\nHouse Beautiful\\nCasa Bohemia'