Greenbook: A Local Guide to Chesapeake Living - Issue 8 | Page 40

Sally and Hilly are both moms, and so have a fundamental
understanding of flexibility and customer service. They can
work on an hourly or project basis and are happy to redesign
and redecorate a cubby, a room or an entire home.  “Our goal
is to provide our clients with design solutions, no matter how
simple or small, that will add unique style and flair to any
space.” 
One of the most important services Hammett & Clagett
provides is solid advice. Here are some of the company’s
most reliable tips. 
CLEAN IT UP AND CLEAR IT OUT
Remove all décor and accessories from a room, leaving only
the major pieces that would be difficult to move, such as
couches. Yes, this means lamps, rugs, chairs, photos, wall art,
knick-knacks and bric-a-brac. “For some, this clearing out may
feel dramatic. "Having a blank slate really gives you the mental and physical space to conceptualize something new and
better”, says Hilly. “Clearing and cleaning a room from top to
bottom invites a fresh eye down to the paint on the walls