HELLO! In the past couple of weeks, I have done a numerous amount of media interviews, including trend predictions for RedFin, some ideas for Woman’s World Magazine, Unique Homes, Cottages and Bungalows and more, and am happy to say, that sustainability, salvage, and vintage charm play a key role in all of these interviews.

As I look at back at the content from my old website, Salvage Secrets Blog, I realize that much of my great information about designing, styling and crafting with salvage is not shown here on my new site. Believe me, I still spend a lot of time working with it, designing with it, and talking about it, because basically it is oozing with charm and soul and it’s important in today’s design industry we reuse as much as we can. Salvage materials compliments every decorating style — from farmhouse to glam to modern and beyond. I want to share my… Salvage Secrets, my design work, discoveries and decorating ideas — all within the amazing world of salvage. So for now, I’m going to put it all in blog post — till I can figure out how to get another button on my navigation bar. ;)

It can be as simple as recycled vases and creating a floral display or recovering pillows with an old bed coverlet. DIY in the book, Salvage Secrets Design and Decor by Joanne Palmisano. Photo by Susan Teare

Did you know? Decorating with salvage materials is usually a less expensive way to furnish a space because second hand goods cost less, and oftentimes, they make such an impact that less décor is required for the overall project. While saving money, you gain a space brimming with soul and one-of-a-kind details. Whether you want just a few vintage finds or for salvage to take center stage, these materials can play a key role in your commercial or residential projects. You can’t go wrong with salvage!

With over 270 projects online with DIY NETWORK, including an 8-part video series, you will find a salvage, vintage or repurposed DIY that you will love. Most of the DIY’s have step by step instructions. Have Fun!

My Books

Salvage interior design guru — okay… I’ll take that :) So thrilled I can say that my books have received internationally acclaim. I wrote the books for designers, decorator and homeowners, alike and each one is so different than the other. They each show you how to use recycled wood, reclaimed stone, vintage glass, salvaged furnishings, new products made from recycled materials and much more. Amazing photographs, where to find it, how to use and style ideas, are just the beginning. They are must have books for any designer or homeowner who loves vintage, recycled, reclaimed goods.

They explore a wealth of both large and small scale interior design and decor concepts, with over 600 photos combined in all these books — showing off a variety of design styles for every room in the house—kitchens, dining rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, entryways and outdoor areas.

My books, Salvage Secrets, Transforming Reclaimed Materials Into Design Concept, Salvage Secrets Design & Décor and Styling with Salvage, Designing and Decorating with Reclaimed Materials, are not just about something discarded is simply something not yet found, but about merging the worlds of old and new to create stunning, one-of-a-kind interiors.

Presentations and Book Signings are a blast. I love to share my passion for salvage and reuse, through gorgeous color photography, before and afters, and my books. Here I am presenting at the Country Living Fair in Nashville.

Coming soon, Rock Your Rental, which I wrote with my twin sister, Rosanne, also has a ton of design and decorating ideas for the boutique hospitality and short-term vacation rental markets. We share more ideas on how to reuse, budget-friendly advice and eco-friendly ways to enhance your guests’ experience.