Interior decorating has witnessed a myriad of design movements throughout history, but few have left a lasting impression as profound as the Art Deco style. Born in the early 20th century, this opulent and glamorous aesthetic continues to captivate designers and homeowners alike. Art Deco is not merely a trend; it represents an enduring legacy of elegance, luxury, and modernity. In this blog post, we will explore the essence of Art Deco style in interior decorating and discover how it effortlessly blends classic and contemporary elements. The term “Art Deco” is derived from the 1925 Exposition ..read more

The Bohemian style finds its origins in the 19th-century artistic communities of Bohemia, a historical region located in the Czech Republic. Back then, artists, writers, and intellectuals gathered in this vibrant area, embracing an unconventional and nomadic lifestyle. This bohemian way of living transcended into the arts and eventually took root in interior design. Key Elements of Bohemian Style Rich and Diverse Colors: One of the defining characteristics of Boho style is its daring and vibrant color palette. Think deep jewel tones, earthy hues, and bold patterns. The combination of contrasti ..read more

As we settle into a new era of interior design, certain trends continue to stand the test of time, seamlessly blending aesthetics with functionality. In this blog post, we will explore five popular interior design trends that have consistently captivated homeowners and designers alike. From elegant quartz countertops to the warm allure of dark cabinets, these timeless trends are sure to elevate the ambiance of your living spaces. Quartz Countertops: The Epitome of Elegance Quartz countertops have emerged as a hallmark of sophistication in modern interior design. With their stunning appearance ..read more

Wire shelving is great for storage and organization but it can also be used as decorative shelving. Strong and durable, it uses are many, and can add a modern look to your home. This black wire shelving unit serves as a bookshelf. Added touches such as the white vases on the top and bottom give it a decorative and interesting quality. In your living areas wire shelving can be used to display artwork, books, plants and family photos. In the kitchen wire shelving is the perfect addition. Styled with kitchen items artfully arranged, it serves a functional use as well as a decorative purpose, st ..read more

Choosing a paint color for your walls is a difficult task. There’s choosing the type of paint, brand of paint and of course the color. The step that is most important is that you get a few paint samples of the colors you are interested in and paint swatches on the walls where you want to put them.   Interior lighting and outdoor lighting make a huge difference in how a color looks in your room. A nice yellow in your kitchen may look slightly green at night.   That’s why it’s important to check the color on your walls at different times of day and in different lighting situations. In ..read more

Upgrading your kitchen in 2020? Here are some great ideas for a new look. From rich dark cabinets to gold fixtures and hardware, trends in kitchen design for 2020 are exciting and fresh. Here are our top five… Dark Hued Cabinets – add drama and elegance to your kitchen. Quartz Counter Tops – durable and cost-effective with a variety of designs. Gold Fixtures and Hardware – a surprising sheen in fixtures. Open Shelving – a modern twist in cabinet design. Removable Back-splash Tiles – easy installation for the DIY home decorator. Read on for more information on each of our picks... Dark Hued Cab ..read more

The book Interior Design Course is a great read! Packed with diagrams, graphics and samples, we especially love the case studies. If your an aspiring designer or just would like to learn about what an interior design course is like, this book is for you. Book Description from Amazon… Not every home owner or apartment dweller can afford to hire an interior decorator, but this book and a bit of do-it-yourself spirit are all that’s needed to give living interiors an elegant, professionally finished look. Presenting all the design principles and techniques needed for creating beautiful rooms, In ..read more

The coastal style is filled with the colors of the ocean. Light blue and aqua are used in the pillows, drapes and rugs of the room. Using white furniture and coastal accessories lends to the light, airy feeling of the style. Adding a coastal style to your home can be accomplished with accessories and color if you already have a neutral canvas to start with. In the following example a room is transformed from modern to coastal with the update of a few items. This room is a modern/contemporary mixed style. To update to coastal style, the modern accents are removed and new coastal themed element ..read more

There are many ways to choose color for your rooms. If you want to experiment, using a color wheel is a fun option. Gather as many paint chips as you can from your local paint store then using the color wheel to find complimentary and harmonious colors you can create a custom color palette for your room. When reading about creating color schemes different types are mentioned such as complimentary, analogous and monochromatic. If your employing one of these color schemes, it’s good to remember that you can use tints (adding white), tones (adding gray) and shades (adding black) for one or all of ..read more

Choosing accent colors for a room can be difficult. One way to do this is to use the colors from an area rug. Designers spend time on choosing the right colors for their creations and you can use this to create a color scheme for your own room. This room has a neutral palette with cream walls and a tan couch. For the basis of our color scheme we have chosen a rug that is similar in it’s base color and tone to the sofas. The color palette taken from the carpet has muted shades of blues, greens and purple on a neutral base. These are the colors we can use for the accents in our room. Our new ro ..read more