The Black Goose Design Blog

A Fresh New Approach to Framed Art

What’s big in home and interior design right now? Art! Our clients and customers at The Black Goose Design are on an art kick, and we’re most definitely here for it! It’s easy to see what all the excitement is about. There are so many fresh options and looks to choose from. This includes a new line that we are delighted to share with you today – art with options!     This mix-and-match approach to art ...

Wednesday Sep 20 2023MORE >>

Fall Trends Straight Out Of the Las Vegas Furniture Market

The Las Vegas Market just wrapped for another season. Being Vegas in July, it only makes sense that the trends are all about warmth. Take a look at what's catching our eye. We’re excited to bring these looks to The Black Goose Design in the coming weeks and months!   Just in time for fall, we’re seeing cozy colors, including:  Warm Whites & Creams Caramel Browns Reds Oranges Greens   Texture is still the name of the trend game. Take a look at this fabulous faux fur!   Wood ...

Wednesday Aug 16 2023MORE >>

High Point Market, Part 2

If we could describe the 2023 High Point Market in one word, it would be… TEXTURE. This fingertip treat was large and in charge at this season’s buyers’ market. We can’t wait to get our hands on the enticing assortment headed to The Black Goose Design in the coming weeks. Here’s just a small sampling of what you can expect, as well as a few texture tips to know going into this 2023 show-stopper.   TEXTURE TIP 1: ...

Wednesday May 17 2023MORE >>

Highlights from High Point Furniture Market, Part 1

Let’s get straight to the point… High Point Furniture Market. We’ve just returned from this annual trip to High Point, North Carolina, and our team at The Black Goose Design is filling energized and excited! We can’t wait to share the good things coming your way in this two-part recap. Welcome to Part 1 of our High Point Highlights!   COLOR IS KEY The last few market/buying trips we’ve made have proven color is the comeback queen, and ...

Wednesday May 3 2023MORE >>

Our Go-To White Paint Picks for 2023

White is white… right? No, actually. White comes in various shades, tones, and temps, which can make choosing the right white tricky. Your friends at The Black Goose Design are here to help. We’ve rounded up our favorite white paint picks for 2023 and added why we love them and where they work well. Take a look, take notes, and find out which will be your fav takeaway.   Monica Woodland, one of our talented designers, has a ...

Wednesday Feb 22 2023MORE >>

Las Vegas Market Recap

It’s one of our favorite times of the year at The Black Goose Design – Market Season! We’ve just returned from the Las Vegas Market and have your first look at the good things coming your way!   VINTAGE-STYLE ART We have a new art line coming in that specializes in vintage-inspired prints. These smaller art pieces are great for any area of your home and can be ordered in different sizes and frames.   A TREAT FOR THE FEET New rugs ...

Wednesday Feb 8 2023MORE >>

Get Organized with the Latest Home Looks

It’s January, and we’re suddenly in the mood to sort, clean,and organize. There could be any number of explanations for this annual organization phenomenon, from the new influx of items in the home to returning things to their “everyday” appearance after months of holiday styling. Whatever the reason, we’re all for getting our stuff together on this month and have several sleek ideas, big and small, for many areas in your home.   BRING ON THE BASKETS Let’s start small. Okay, as ...

Wednesday Jan 11 2023MORE >>

A Look Back at Some Of Our Fav 2022 Projects

What a year! From brilliant residential rennovation and new builds to unforgettable commercial space and an update to our own home base, our team at The Black Goose Design has been busy and loving every moment and completed project 2022 has had to offer. Here, in no particular order, is a look at a few of our favorites, along with design trends and market finds that continue to put smiles on our faces.  Psstttt... We're even sharing a first look ...

Wednesday Dec 7 2022MORE >>

2023 is the Year to Think Pink

A new year means new trending colors to love, but this hue is clearly standing the test of time as a timeless classic – PINK! What do we expect more of in 2023? Pink paint! And we couldn’t be more tickled. We'll share a few of our favorite shades at The Black Goose Design. image credit: Farrow & Ball   PINK PAINT FOR 2023 Redend Point (SW 9081)  It's easy to see why this warm, welcoming hue is the Sherwin Williams Color of ...

Wednesday Nov 9 2022MORE >>

Holiday Entertaining Must Haves

Who are we to deny you what you want? Recently, we shared a sneak peek of some of the fab fall and winter accessories headed your way this season. The response was big! Big enough, in fact, that we’re back with more. Here’s an even closer look at the good things available to you this holiday season at The Black Goose Design. (You’re welcome!)   SET TO IMPRESS Get ready to set. The table is a natural gathering place ...

Wednesday Oct 12 2022MORE >>

Help Us Welcome Kylie to the Team

Hello, and happy Kylie Day! We’re calling it that because it’s time to formally introduce you to talented team member, Kylie Cardwell. She’s been an interior designer with The Black Goose Design since March and, before joining us, she also designed for our sister store, CF Home Furniture & Design. In other words, we’ve been eagerly anticipating this e-meet-and-greet for a while now. Let’s get right to it, shall we? Q. Rumor has it, you have ...

Wednesday Aug 24 2022MORE >>

Fall and Holiday 2022 Trends from the Las Vegas Furniture Show

Hello, VIP! Here’s your backstage pass to the Las Vegas Furniture Market. Members of our team at The Black Goose Design joined buyers from our Mill Company sister stores — CF Home Furniture & Design, Down to Earth, and Layers Bedding — for a trip to Las Vegas, where we got to check out the very good things coming to stores near you soon. Here’s a sneak peek at a few of our trends and ...

Wednesday Aug 10 2022MORE >>

High Point Furniture Market Recap and Upcoming Trends

High Point Furniture Market is like a crystal ball of good things on the design horizon! We love making this trip to North Carolina to take in the trends, shop for new pieces, and immerse ourselves in the wonderful world of home décor and design.   Will you be our +1? Join us on this walk-through of Market highlights and favs!   Market Must #1: Warm Meets Cool Whether you’re on Team Warm or drool for cool, the upcoming color ...

Wednesday Apr 13 2022MORE >>

Our Go-To Ottoman and Why

The Lee Industries Tailor Made Ottoman is our go-to at The Black Goose Designs for MANY reasons. Take a look at why it holds our hearts.   image: Lindsay Salazar IT'S YOUR TOP CHOICE FOR TOPS Where finishes are concerned, this ottoman offers several options. Choose from one of the following: 1. Plain: Offering a smooth, modern, seamless look.   2. Diamond Tuft: For a more traditional take, this geometric option is a girl’s best friend. (And a guy’s, for that matter!)   3. Waffle Tuft: ...

Wednesday Mar 23 2022MORE >>

2022 Trend Alert: Back to Our NATURAL Roots

If we could sum 2022 up in one word it would be… NATURAL. Natural elements and nature-inspired finishes are all the rage this year. From earth tones to organic textures, it’s all about simplicity and getting back to our roots. Take a look!   image credit: Four Hands WHY NATURAL? It’s warm. Weaving in natural elements, such as warm wood tones, helps break up the white on white we saw so much of in years past. There’s a big trend toward ...

Wednesday Jan 26 2022MORE >>

Heartfelt Holiday Traditions

We always adore designing homes, but we feel an extra appreciation this time of year. After all, creating a space where our clients can gather together and make memories is a gift! In that spirit of togetherness, our team at The Black Goose Design is here to share a few of our favorite holiday traditions with you. Perhaps you’ll find a new idea to enjoy with your loved ones!   HOLIDAY TRADITIONS TO TRY My favorite Christmas tradition ...

Wednesday Dec 22 2021MORE >>

2022 Color Trends and the Benjamin Moore Color of the Year

With a new year comes new colors to crave. Some are subtle variations on timeless favorites, while others are new to the spectrum of must-have hues. Let’s take a look at the shades coloring our world at The Black Goose Design going into 2022, starting with Benjamin Moore’s 2022 Color of the Year… October Mist (1495)   image credit: Benjamin Moore Here’s what they have to say about this earthy elegance:  “Our annual celebration of color is the result of a ...

Wednesday Dec 8 2021MORE >>

Fall 2021 Colors to Love

From pumpkin spice to buckets full of candy, fall makes our mouths water at The Black Goose Design. Of course, it’s the 2021 color trends that really have us saying YUM!   image credit: Wesley Hall Hues are going deep with rust red, burnt orange, and rich shades of burgundy, blue, and green. fabric by Highland House Furniture   image credit: Highland House Furniture fabric by Highland House Furniture These cozy colors pair perfectly with leather. Good news! We have some fabulous leather pieces on order that should ...

Wednesday Sep 22 2021MORE >>

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Wesley Hall Furniture

You’re in for a rare treat! We’re taking you on a behind-the-scenes tour of one of our favorite furniture brands — Wesley Hall. Remain seated, please. Permanecer sentados, por favor.   Okay, so it isn’t THAT kind of ride, but you're in for a thrill if you appreciate hand-crafted quality and made-in-America tradition.   Members of our team at The Black Goose Design were lucky enough to visit the Wesley Hall factory in Hickory, NC, recently, and we’re sharing ...

Wednesday Jul 14 2021MORE >>

The House That SHE Built

What happens when a group of driven, talented, smart women put their minds to something? Magic! The House That SHE Built is our proof!   What started out as an empty lot is transforming into a show-stopping home of one lucky family’s dreams in the Oakwood Homes Wander Community in Saratoga Springs, Utah.    It’s a project bringing together talented female professionals to complete every stage of the home-building process, from the moment the first plans were drafted to the ...

Tuesday Apr 27 2021MORE >>

What's NEW at The Black Goose Design

Sure, Valentine's Day is near, but it's spring design trends that have the hearts in our eyes. BEAUTIFUL new looks are coming to The Black Goose Design. From fresh trends and dreamy textiles to chic new furniture styles and design motifs, now’s a great time to breathe some new life into your space. All of the eye candy you’re about to see will be available at The Black Goose Design in the coming weeks, with some of it ...

Wednesday Feb 10 2021MORE >>

The Black Goose Design takes you inside the winter Las Vegas Market

Utah might be up to its knees in snow at the moment, but spring is very much on our minds at The Black Goose Design. Our buyers recently attended the Las Vegas Market, where the trade show floor was alive with florals, color, clean lines, warm lighting, and more! Here’s a little sneak peek at some of the sweet things coming your way soon!  SOFT FLORALS & COLOR While we appreciate clean lines and the minimalist approach to ...

Thursday Feb 6 2020MORE >>

3 Must-Have Chair Frames for 2020

You’re going to want to sit down for this one. Literally. This chair share is going to have you longing for a lounge. Go ahead, sit back. Relax. Kick up those tired feet. This is your time to simply enjoy a little eye candy and our list of must-have chairs for 2020! The Scout by Wesley Hall Why We Love It: The outline! It’s sleek and stylish and we just can’t get enough.  Features to Fancy: Its height. This ...

Thursday Dec 12 2019MORE >>

A Unique Building, A Fascinating History

“It’s a wonderful building! I drove by it nearly every day, and each time I’d pass, it would catch my eye. Then, one day, it came up for sale! I said to my husband, ‘We’ve got to buy it!’ He asked what for and I told him we’d think of something…”    And think of something, she did! This is how Nancy Long, The Black Goose Design and Gardner Village founder, describes her introduction to what is ...

Thursday Oct 17 2019MORE >>

Congratulations on 25 Years Denise Johnson

25 years! Talk about a milestone! It’s how long Denise Johnson has been with the Gardner Mill Company stores. It’s also what makes Denise the employee who has been with our company the longest. That can only mean one thing—time for a party!  Friends from The Black Goose Design and Gardner Village gathered together to celebrate Denise.  Denise with Gardner Village co-owner, Angie Gerdes. Little tributes to Denise were woven throughout, including plenty of cheese (her fav food!) ...

Wednesday Oct 9 2019MORE >>

Refresh your Home with Amazing Artwork

Today we will be giving you some gorgeous designer inspiration on how to dress up and refresh your walls with amazing artwork! Artwork has the tremendous ability to transform a space and infuse it with a pop-of-personality! Those beautiful pictures we hang on our walls add stylish finesse within our homes and are a crucial detail to completing a well-designed room.   Be innovative when displaying your beloved art work. Art does not always necessarily have to ...

Thursday Jul 25 2019MORE >>

Introducing our New Luxurious Outdoor Furniture Line: Summer Classics

Hip, hip, hooray, summertime is finally here! With warmer days ahead, we find ourselves spending a little more time outside, making this the ideal time to refresh your outdoor living space. The Black Goose Design is ecstatic to introduce our brand new outdoor furniture line, Summer Classics. As designers, we love creating gorgeous outdoor spaces just as much as interior spaces! Summer Classics has the very finest in high-end outdoor furniture that will perform and stand up to the ...

Thursday Jun 13 2019MORE >>

Introducing New Designer Trends from Lee Industries

You are in for a interior design treat today! Lee Industries, a high-quality upholstery company that we absolutely adore and carry, has given us an exclusive look at their brand new fabric and furniture design trends for this year! You will be the first to see this incredible line of amazing fabrics and latest in upholstery trends here on our blog. The Black Goose Design carries the finest in furniture, especially when it comes to upholstery. ...

Thursday May 30 2019MORE >>

Introducing New Designer Trends from Wesley Hall

Get ready for an exclusive inside peek at the latest in gorgeous designer fabrics and a showroom tour from upholstery company Wesley Hall! Wesley Hall is a high-quality upholstery line that is proudly manufactured in the USA with supreme craftsmanship. The Black Goose Design proudly carries Wesley Hall and is delighted to work with them to bring you the very latest in interior design textiles and upholstery. This spring market was a sensational success with stunning new fabrics and ...

Thursday May 9 2019MORE >>

Our Top Accessory Picks to Complete a Designer Look in Your Home

Spring is just around the corner and we are oh so delighted! This spry season is a favorite at The Black Goose Design. Season changes are all about rejuvenation and refreshing your home in many ways! Today we are giving you and exclusive sneak peek at our top home accessory picks to brighten up your space. Our stunning showroom located in Midvale, Utah and is always stocked with the latest in "must have" designer accessories ...

Thursday Feb 21 2019MORE >>

Happy Thanksgiving from The Black Goose Design

The Black Goose Design would like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! Our hearts are full of gratitude for each and everyone of you, our wonderful clients and friends! Interior design is a tremendous passion for us and we thank you for allowing us to be a part of your continued interior design inspiration.   Assisting all of our many clients everyday and helping you achieve your design dreams fills our souls with such delight. We are sincerely ...

Thursday Nov 22 2018MORE >>

An Interior Designer Spotlight: Denise Johnson

Hip, Hip Hooray! The Black Goose Design is overjoyed to spotlight and celebrate one of our beloved interior designers, Denise Johnson. Denise is celebrating 24 amazing years with Gardner Mill Company!  The Black Goose Design is owned by Gardner Mill Company and is a sister company of CF Home at Gardner Village, a charming property with retail and furniture shops. This is where Denise's design journey began. Denise possesses a copious amount of wonderful talent, and we feel extremely grateful ...

Thursday Sep 27 2018MORE >>

Sweet Summer Savings at The Black Goose Design

Today we are sharing an exclusive offer with our loyal readers! Any opportunity The Black Goose Design gets to share sweet savings with you is always a delight! Refresh your home with charming home accents and furniture pieces that will be sure to bring you pure design bliss this summer.    Our designer showroom located in Midvale, Utah is filled with the latest styles of cozy upholstery, ravishing rugs and unique home decor items for your home.   Allow our expert ...

Thursday Aug 2 2018MORE >>

Classic Designer Pieces to Complement your Home

When we hear the words, great design, we think of a classic look and timeless style. As designers, we are delighted to share ageless furniture pieces and accents that will complement any home. These pieces are tried-and-true and will instantly bring warmth, texture and serious design-savvy style to your home. Rich, supple leather is always an enduring element of design and always adds terrific texture to a space. Pair beautiful leather with sleek and detailed nailhead trim showing off ...

Saturday Mar 31 2018MORE >>

The Must-Have Designer Accessory: An Oversized Cutting Board

It is always an added bonus when you have an amazing accessory item double as a useful item in your home! Let us introduce you to one of our favorite "must have" accessory pieces for your home and kitchen! The oversized cutting board.    Using texture, like rich woodgrain in a space is such a key element to creating great design within your home. Incorporating warm wood tones within your space will also give vital visual interest.   These boards are stunning displayed individually, allowing you ...

Thursday Mar 15 2018MORE >>

Showing Our Love for Lee Industries

It is that time of year where love is in the air and our hearts are bursting with adoration for Lee Industries! The Black Goose Design is always delighted to bring to you the "Lee Loves Local Sale"! Lee Industries is an ultra-comfortable upholstery company that manufactures supreme, one-of-a-kind products. We are always delighted to have luxurious Lee Industry products grace our showroom floor! During this wonderful sale, Lee is offering additional savings of 30% off ...

Thursday Feb 15 2018MORE >>

The Future of Fabric: An Exclusive look at Crypton

Today we are excited to spotlight the "future of fabric" this distinct material is hands down one of our top designer picks for upholstery fabric! When it comes to purchasing furniture, especially upholstery, we all want to select a high-quality upholstered piece and combine it with a design-savvy durable material that will hold up. Allow us to introduce you to the ulitmate fabric in the design industry, crypton fabric!  Crypton fabric will give you the longevity you desire and perform beautifully for years to ...

Thursday Feb 1 2018MORE >>

Refresh your Home with Custom Cozy Chairs

With some chilly afternoons ahead, there is nothing better than putting your feet up and cuddling in a cozy chair! We absolutely adore accent chairs and the playful personality they can bring into any room. Comfy accent chairs are the perfect solution if you are looking to refresh your space and want to add a splash of color, pattern or amazing texture to your home!   There are many choices of chair frame styles, and it can feel a bit overwhelming, ...

Thursday Jan 18 2018MORE >>

Ravishing Rugs: Artwork for your Floor

Today The Black Goose Design is sharing a juicy interior design secret when it comes to the one item that will instantly bring and entire room together. Have you ever felt as if your room was not complete or lacking that "put-together" feeling? Not to worry, you are not alone and the solution is a simple one, an area rug! This single design element is often overlooked but will pack a powerful punch in any room. This key ...

Thursday Jan 11 2018MORE >>

A Cozy Christmas at The Black Goose Design

It is the most wonderful time of the year! With such delight, Christmastime always comes early at The Black Goose Design! Our Christmas decor is displayed joyfully throughout our entire showroom floor.    All of our designers agree that receiving our holiday accessories is better than Christmas morning! It is always an enchanting scene when our talented designers get to deck the halls at The Black Goose Design! We cannot wait to give you an exclusive sneak peek at ...

Thursday Nov 30 2017MORE >>

Giving Gracious Thanks to our Clients

The Black Goose Design would like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! The Black Goose Design team has such full hearts because of you our wonderful clients and friends! We give a great many thanks to all of you, our customers are the reason we are passionate about our business and what we do.    It is our great pleasure to assist our amazing clients everyday and helping you achieve your design dreams. We are sincerely grateful for each and every one ...

Thursday Nov 23 2017MORE >>

Our Favorite Fall Designer Looks for your Home

Fall is here! This is the time of year when our thoughts focus on being indoors as we prepare our homes to be a place where we want to linger a little longer. Now is the perfect time to cozy-up your home with a comfy chair, stunning sofa or refresh your space with amazing accessories.    Our talented designers are always here to you help fulfill every design need, especially when we are spending more time inside of ...

Thursday Oct 19 2017MORE >>

Designer Wall Inspiration with Our Favorite Accessories

At The Black Goose Design, fall is our favorite time of the year. With all of the glorious scenery changing outdoors, we are delighted to change our surroundings indoors as well! Get ready to cozy your home with some of our top accessory picks to adorn your walls.  Create a striking designer look in your space with these beautiful botanical prints that echo the colors of fall. Grouping smaller prints together will visually expand your space making it appear ...

Thursday Oct 5 2017MORE >>

The Must Have Plant for your Home: A Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

The talented designers at The Black Goose Design are revealing the most sought after accessory item in the design world, the Fiddle Leaf Fig! We absolutely adore this perfect plant not only for its stunning simplicity, but its greenery can make a big design impact in any space. This lucious leafy green plant contributes high-style design when it comes to incorporating an organic feel into your home.        The Fiddle Leaf Fig has such a sense of whimsy and individuality about it and is a ...

Thursday Sep 28 2017MORE >>

Our Designers are Mad about Plaid

At The Black Goose Design we are completely mad about all things plaid! If you are looking for the perfect accent print to add a major pop-of-personality to your space plaid is the answer.  Incorporate the classic print of plaid into your home, it is a simple way to showcase design-savvy style! Plaid has always been such a timeless classic and our talented designers are ecstatic to share some of their favorite plaid accents.  A larger scale ...

Thursday Jul 13 2017MORE >>

Spruce Up Your Home with Spectacular Spring Florals

Spring is in the air at The Black Goose Design and we have just the remedy to cure those wintery blues. We are swooning over our spectacular spring florals throughout our entire showroom. Springtime is one of our favorite seasons to refresh and rejuvenate your home! It is finally time to open those windows, welcome in warm sunshine and freshen up your home with stunning spring florals. Create a gorgeous greeting for familiy and friends with ...

Wednesday Mar 1 2017MORE >>

How to Incorporate Alluring Animal Prints for a Timeless Designer Look

The Black Goose Design invites you to get in touch with your inner interior design wildside! Alluring animal prints combined with luxurious faux fur accents and timeless leather pieces are all the rage in the design industry. The question is how do you perfectly blend all of these amazing elements together and still create a professional designer look? Well, wonder no more... we are spilling some designer tips on how to embrace this striking style.   Mixing dramatic ...

Thursday Feb 16 2017MORE >>

Lee Industries Loves our Local Clients

Our hearts at The Black Goose Design adore Lee Industires! Lee Industries, located in charming North Carolina is a wonderful company that manufactures gorgeous high-quality upholstery products for the many spaces within your home. These one-of-a-kind pieces are carefully hand-crafted and beautifully detailed to your personal design style. Lee Industries takes great pride in creating not only exquisite but durable upholstery. Lee Industries also ensures that each piece will maintian it's proper longevity gracing your ...

Thursday Feb 9 2017MORE >>

Join Us for our Dreamy Bedroom Sale

Enjoy dreamy savings during our Bedroom Sale during the month of February at The Black Goose Design! The bedroom, the most personal space of the home, is defined as a place of comfort and serenity. Let our expert designers create the ultimate restful retreat you have been dreaming of!  Indulge in sensational savings up to 40% off all cozy beds and our beautiful bedroom furniture.  Solana King Bed Sale $1199 reg. $4373   Metal and Linen Bed Sale $1199 reg.$1980   The key to ...

Thursday Feb 2 2017MORE >>