School
Stanford University, UCLA
Expertise
Historic Preservation, Budget Renovation, Bird-friendly Gardening
- Felicia researched and wrote for an interior design supplement for the Palo Alto Weekly.
- She has written web and promotional copy for numerous builders, interior designers, and manufacturers of wall coverings and other design accessories.
- A fascination with local history led her to research and document the history and chain of ownership of a historic Los Angeles mansion locally rumored to have been owned by Harry Houdini and/or Errol Flynn. (Spoiler alert: It wasn't – but top bands including the Red Hot Chili Peppers have recorded albums there.)
Experience
Felicia inherited a fascination with design and architecture from her father, who enjoyed peeking into homes under construction and commenting on their layout and design. This, combined with an interest in local history, led to an interest in historic preservation and how design trends and the use of space evolve over time. In addition, after purchasing a home later discovered to be held together by botched renovations, she got a crash course on both how not to tile, plaster, and paint interiors, as well as how to fix these problems correctly on a limited budget. She has written about gardening and design for numerous local publications.
Education
Felicia holds a B.A. with honors and an M.A. in English from Stanford University, a Ph.D. in linguistics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Cordon Bleu certificate in pastry and baking (with honors) from the California School of Culinary Arts.
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Jenni Yolo has been figuring things out on her own for years. She spoke to House Digest about "Makeover by Monday" and how to personalize your space.
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"Bargain Block" stars Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas gave us a look at Season 3 and shared their tips for home buyers looking to renovate on a budget.
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Interior designer Michel Smith Boyd shared what viewers can expect from his new show, "Luxe for Less," and shared his tips for decorating on a smaller budget.
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"First Home Fix" stars Raisa Kuddus and Austin Coleman shared where they find inspiration for their design style and how they approach helping their clients.
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Money and indecision are huge barriers to renovation for first-time homeowners. Raisa Kuddus and Austin Coleman share tips to make home renovation go smoothly.
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In their HGTV show, "First Home Fix," Raisa Kuddus and Austin Coleman use their talents to help first-time homeowners create memorable spaces on fixed budgets.
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In an exclusive interview, the founders of Dormify share practical tips for how students can get the most from their space — and mistakes to avoid, too.
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As the mother-and-daughter co-founders of Dormify, the Zuckermans are experts at helping students make a big visual impact in small areas -– even on a budget.
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In an exclusive interview with House Digest, the founders of Dormify share what's hot this year in dorm room décor and how to personalize your individual space.
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In an exclusive interview with House Digest, the founders of Dormify share their journey and how you can make your dorm room special, even on a limited budget.
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In an exclusive interview, "Inside Out" co-host Carmine Sabatella shares home reno tips for getting a high-impact revamp on a limited budget.
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Landscape designer Mike Pyle, co-host of the HGTV show "Inside Out," wants everyone to know that there's more to an impressive landscape than meets the eye.
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Interior designer Carmine Sabatella, co-host of HGTV's "Inside Out," is sharing what homeowners need to know when they renovate. He also says this trend is out.
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In "Inside Out," interior designer Carmine Sabatella and landscape designer Mike Pyle help homeowners decide how to get the most value out of their budget.
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