Trend: Gingham Gingham is an ideal pattern for both men and women. To put a gender-neutral spin on gingham, choose a feminine color such as pink or coral for tailored upholstery and use chrome nail-heads. The combination will create a menswear-inspired look that’s also female-friendly. Trend: Sporty Chic A gallery […]
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Vibrant-Yet-Livable Complementary colors such as orange and blue in bright shades come on strong, yet the right decorating strategy ensures people aren’t reaching for their sunglasses. Sprinkling the shades in against a backdrop of white softens the effect. Using the colors in patterns, rather than large blocks, also tones down […]
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Choosing Your Patterns Odd numbers just seem to make things work, whether you’re combining colors or planting shrubs. Three is the minimum number of patterns you should use, and the key to successful mixing is to vary the scale of the patterns, from small to large. Take baby steps when […]
READ MOREThis is a fascinating article on why we like symmetry in design. “We all know an example of good interior design when we see it. In fact, most of us can make that judgment almost instantly. Have you ever wondered why that ability seems to come to us so instinctually, […]
READ MOREWallpaper. I bet you all have horror stories. From removal to applying it, just about everyone has had some sort of nightmarish issue with this devil. For years, wallpaper has had to deal with this bad reputation, but lately, wallpaper is becoming less of a dirty word with all the […]
READ MOREStarting a new year is always exciting to me. I don’t make resolutions necessarily, but I try to find ways in the new year to be better, both in my life and in my home. We can all maybe take a few nods in the next year from the home […]
READ MORESo, you survived the holidays, put away all those decorations and now want to freshen up your interior design. With 2012 in full swing let’s look at what will be “hot” for home interiors this year. ORANGE! Pantone, the color industry leader, has named “Tangerine Tango” the Color of the […]
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