Boss Lady’s Guide to Bora Bora

Search for “most beautiful place on Earth,” and Bora Bora will appear on almost every list. The stunningly gorgeous island, located in the middle of the South Pacific, is the perfect romantic destination for couples who want a peaceful escape. For most people, when they book a trip to Bora Bora, the goal is to … Read more

5 Reasons to Add Bora Bora to Your Bucket List

The ancient name for Bora Bora is Pora pora mai te pora, which means “created by the gods” … and I can understand why. This tiny island in the middle of the South Pacific is the most spectacularly gorgeous place I’ve ever been, and someplace I hope everyone gets to see at least once in their lifetime.  … Read more

Inspiration Around Every Bend – Amazon Expedition

My trip to the Peruvian Amazon was a feast for the senses, with inspiration around every bend. From sustainable cuisine to innovative design, see why this trip was so unforgettable.

Space Saving Hacks That Won’t Compromise Aesthetic

Perhaps you live in a small house or studio apartment, or family members are spending more time at home, so there is a new need to maximize your living space. Creating an appealing and clutter-free design for small spaces by finding clever and attractive solutions is always a challenge. We have come up with five … Read more

Spotlight On Product Design – Shayla Copas for Chelsea House

Have you ever had a goal that, in your heart, you knew would happen, but you weren’t sure how or when? From the very beginning of my career, that’s how I felt about product design. It’s something I always knew I would do … eventually. In 2019, all the pieces fell perfectly into place to … Read more

Welcome to Shayla Copas Travel

Most designers I know love to travel, and I’m no exception. Stepping into a new world, experiencing new cultures, trying new cuisine, seeing historic architecture … all of it is inspiring. When I travel, my designer senses start firing on all cylinders, and I gather ideas like crazy, whether I’m getting into a rickety old … Read more

Pop the Champagne! Our new website is LIVE!

Pop the Champagne, take a sip, and let me take you on a tour of our new website. Just to let you know, we have been working on our new branding and new website for over two years. However, it really does feel like over a decade. About four years ago, when we decided to start … Read more

Pattern Play

Mixing patterns can sometimes be daunting. But trust me, I can help to make it second nature if you just keep these things in mind while designing. To achieve a well-balanced room by mixing patterns, your most important objective is scale and frequency. You want to have a good balance of large and small patterns, … Read more

Textile Talk!

The 4 Points to Ponder When Selecting Fabrics With so many fabrics to choose from, decisions can be overwhelming. Use the tips below to select and layer the perfect fabrics for your home. Color Make sure that your fabrics complement the existing colors in the space. You’llwant to keep your primary, complementary, and neutral colors … Read more

Are Organic Beauty Products Really Better?

Do you ever feel like you need a PhD in chemistry to understand the ingredients listed on your skincare and beauty products? It can be tempting to choose products that say “natural” or “organic” on the label, and hope for the best, without really understanding what we’re putting on our skin. But keep in mind, … Read more