Welcome to the Shine Design Journal
Every beautiful space starts with a spark—an idea, a material, a story worth telling.
This is where we share those stories—from design inspiration and behind-the-scenes moments to project reveals and the trends we’re loving.
We’re so glad you’re here. Whether you're a longtime client or just getting to know Shine, we hope these glimpses into our world leave you inspired.
Designing for Outdoor Dining: Creating Memorable Outdoor Restaurant Spaces
Great meals deserve great settings—and that includes patios, courtyards, and rooftops. Outdoor dining areas can reflect the same level of care and creativity as interiors. Thoughtful design can turn any outdoor space into an experience guests remember (and return to).
In this post, we highlight two favorite projects—Draft and Table and The Grumpy Rabbit—and share our best tips for designing restaurant patios that feel welcoming, functional, and on-brand year-round.
Outdoor Living Spaces that Support Wellness
Wellness doesn’t stop at your front door. From cozy patios to fully integrated outdoor lounges, your home’s exterior spaces can become peaceful sanctuaries for restoration, connection, and everyday living. Whether it’s a fireplace under the stars or a bug-free porch retreat, outdoor areas designed with intention and comfort can dramatically improve your well-being.
Discover wellness tips, see behind-the-scenes from our Falstone and Wynne projects, and get inspired to create your own outdoor haven.
What’s Next in Kitchen & Bath Design
Step inside the future of kitchen and bath design with our key takeaways from KBIS 2025. From wellness-driven materials to smart lighting and luxury appliances used in creative ways, we’re sharing the top ideas and innovations shaping how we live, cook, and relax—beautifully and intentionally.
Healthy Home: An Inviting Kitchen
The design for this kitchen is based on a clean traditional look with old-world touches.
Prelude to a kitchen
Unlike the 90’s clothing fashion trends that keep popping up, it is coming to pass that houses built in the 1990’s are due for some serious upgrades. Our sweet friends came to us (after completing their super-fun Mudroom updatel) when they decided they wanted to get into remodeling their kitchen.