Friday, September 28, 2012

Fall is here!

I am no longer pushing my wreath making business (obviously focusing on interior design) but I did want to share two with you that I recently made! Hopefully it will get you into the Fall spirit! As if you weren't already ready! :)



On another note, I wanted to share with you some of my favorite fall pillows I found on etsy! Love the understated approach!

 Fall Thanksgiving Decorative Pillow Cover Brown Flannel plaid reversible to ivory matelasse 20 x 20
My Favorite: { See Plaid Pillow Here }

One Pair 12" x 16" Handmade Leaf Pillow Covers
 Love { these } too!

Birch Trees Appliqued on Brown Burlap Pillow

spider web halloween pillow - canvas - spooky creepy halloween decoration

NEW - Designer Decorative Throw Pillow Cover - Lattice Print - Chocolate Brown and  Ivory - 18 Inches Square
My Style! { Lattice! } Pillow!

Enjoy your weekend!!!!

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Old Ladder! Basement Project!

Have any of you seen on pinterest the old ladder used for blanket storage?  Garrett and I decided to give it a try! Living in an older house is a plus when it comes to repurposing old things! Its like we have a treasure chest in our basement... all kinds of old, random things.  This ladder was one of them! We wanted it to be distressed which made the project EASY!!! We quickly brushed it off, spray painted it and sanded it! We like the way it turned out and best of all...it was free! We bought NOTHING and it was literally a 30- minute project total! 


Also...Look at the mess we got ourselves in!! Garrett and I want to stay in our house as long as possible which  means we need a completely functional house and need to use every square foot! So this is the project we've started!  Its going to be awhile before it is finished! You cant eat an elephant in a day! :) 

The project includes:
Scrapping the walls to remove all the old paint and loose pieces, clean, waterproof it the best we can, clean again, repaint the walls, clean some more, paint the floors a cool pattern, remove the insulation in the ceiling and paint it, the list continues! 

During this project, I need to remember to tell my sweet, hard-working husband, I love him over and over again! Lets be honest, he does most of the work in this department and I just bring him bologna sandwiches! 



Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Wall Decor!

One of the hardest decorating jobs people struggle with other then paint color: Wall Decor!!! 

One reason I think most people struggle is because they automatically assume they should buy a painting or a mirror to fill the empty spot! While mirrors and paintings are great, there are still so many other options for you! I thought I would share some of my favorite ideas! 

Rather than going with one large painting, consider a collection of frames all differing in size, color and texture! Also consider not JUST using photos to fill them! Think about maps, sketches, children artwork, text, postcards, etc. 

.vertical white on white//




Just because you may not be an artist doesn't mean that you can't create your own piece of art! This especially works in a contemporary house! 
Art!


DIY wall art


Mirrors are always great!! They usually make a space feel more formal! However, consider changing up the idea! Instead of using an ordinary mirror, think about extra large mirrors, or grouping a set of mirrors together! They will always make a smaller space feel larger and can definitely add some glam!
elegant mirror wall


Large large mirror


large mirror


Large mirror


Shelving is another great way to fill up space! They allow you to either display your favorite pieces, add some personal touches or make your space more functional! When decorating your shelves, keep in the mind to switch up the size of the pieces and keep your numbers of items odd! One of my biggest pet peeves is when people use to many items on their shelves and too small of items! Chances are you don't need as many items as you think you do! Here are some pretty successful shelving installations!

Try to show off what you are passionate about, group likes items together, forget about symmetry, vary the height of accessories, and layer your items!

Shelf decor.

Also consider this idea: Take ONE items and repeat it multiple times! If you find a round mirror your love, buy 3 of them and arrange them randomly on your wall! You are more likely to be successful having the same item repeated then an array of different items. Small items lose their importance, but clustered items give a "designer look!"

Also consider:
Wall Art Sculptures
Sconces
Vinyl decals
Collection of Vintage Plates
Using trim to make a wall feel more architectural
Hanging fabric corner to corner, ceiling to floor
Lacquered Animal heads :)
 
Comment and let me know what other ideas YOU have! 

Monday, September 10, 2012

The Different Types of Home Design

When moving into your first home or apartment after college it can be a daunting task when it comes to deciding how you are going to decorate your home. The reason it can be very challenging is that most people, when decorating their first home or apartment, want to show off their unique style and taste and it can be difficult deciding what your personal taste is. Also, it can be difficult to decide whether to stick with one theme or combine different interior design styles together. The three most popular types of interior design styles are Modern/Contemporary, which includes modern furniture and modern design furniture, Romantic, and French. Most people like to choose one or a combination of two or all three of these styles for their home decoration.

The Modern/Contemporary style is marked by a minimalist approach to design. Most people who prefer the Contemporary look prefer to have a home that appears to have no clutter and therefore very little furniture. The look also uses clean lines and very defined pieces of furniture in its style. The colors that are usually associated with this kind of style are black and white, however, nowadays it seems that bright, bold colors can also be part of the contemporary design, and a bright yellow would be an example.

The French style is all about the rustic, country look. A lot of the French style has bright, detailed furniture that also looks antique. Distressed furniture pieces are also a part of the French style. It is all about a natural look. The colors that are normally associated with this kind of style are light and soft colors, like a taupe or a light green color. Also, the flooring in the French style is often wood or tile that looks like it has been worn.

The Romantic style is all about deep colors, big comfortable furniture, and rooms that feel cozy and intimate. This kind of design also encourages less lighting in all of the rooms for a more intimate feel in each room. Also, the fabrics used in the Romantic style need to be bold in color or design. As far as colors, the Romantic look is supposed to look like it sounds, passionate with deep tones like reds, oranges, and purple. Finally, many who prefer the Romantic style also prefer to have carpet in as many rooms as possible to give the home a more intimate and cozy feeling.

It is important to remember that these are just the three major types of interior design styles. There are plenty of other options that are available to you. And, if you are not planning on redoing your entire house from top to bottom, it is possible to still have these styles in your home without painting all of the walls and putting in all new floors. It is also important to remember that it is your home and your kind of style that will make the home truly yours, so don't be afraid to experiment or pair different styles together.

Sunday, September 9, 2012

"Urban Vintage Modern"

Remember when I said I had a red/orange/aqua e-design to share!! I finished it today! Hoping my clients love it! This client is not afraid of color! The couple described their style as "Urban, Vintage, Modern" so I combined a lot of different textures and colors to achieve the look! I cant wait to go visit them and see how everything turned out!!!




As for a paint color... I choose Benjamin Moore's La Paloma Gray! I love how it is a borderline gray but still warm!
BM La Paloma Gray 1551
Let me know what yall think!
Thank you for your business Renee & Justin!!!


Modern Home Plans - Having a New Home Designed

Modern home plans are available for those looking to purchase a new home that reflects the latest in architectural house designs. There are many companies that can work with you to help design a modern home based on contemporary styles and layouts. Many firms offer pre designed plans that can be changed to accommodate individual tastes and preferences. There is a huge range of plans available online and from architectural companies - your task is sorting through all the various elements until you can narrow down a list of crucial components to be incorporated into your plan.

A few questions you will need to answer will include: how many bedrooms, whether or not to have a family room, if a separate study room is valuable, and if internal garage access will be important. Plans come in both 2D and 3D versions for you to review before building begins. You will want to go over these with a fine toothed comb, as changes are much easier to make on the blue prints then once actually constructed on the ground.

The building site also needs to be taken into consideration for school districts, noise levels, and neighbours. Different sites will also require different types of permits at different prices. Planning a new home can be challenging as it is a big investment, so the new home should meet all of your specifications. Depending on what stage of life you are at may also indicate the style of design you need to consider. If you are looking at building a family home for example, then storage space for recreational gear such as bikes, boats and tents should be considered, as should backyard space for outdoor activities.

It is wise to speak to your architect about potential roadblocks in the project and about any other extras that are likely to be added to your bottom line figure. You may also want to discuss anything that your architect may think is a better design choice. Given their professional experience in house designing, it can be helpful to hear why certain elements will and will not work as you may envision. Your architect will be able to show you 3D walk through plans too. This can be useful exercise to examine sun patterns at different times of day and get a feel for the scale of your future modern home.

Modern home plans vary greatly, but tend to lean towards a more minimalist feel. Many people feel that contemporary modern homes are more aesthetically pleasing than traditional styles. New house designers today tend to make use of large glass windows for lots of natural light, open floor plans, and living areas that flow into one another. Having a new house designed is certainly an exciting time; ensure you view a wide range of styles and designer plans before you commit to print your future home.

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Organizing Interior of Your Minimalist Home

Decorating your home will be a great investment for your entire family's comfort and convenience. Especially when you decor your home in a minimalist design, you should get the best decoration so you will bring the real minimalist touch into your home. Since the minimalist design is one most favorites design today, this kind of house will be the answer for the needs of the community who wanted a house that is simple but can be maximized.

This design will be the best solution for your limited land and space especially when you live in metropolitan city. You should get the right deal of its interior and exterior design to get the large touch. If you deal with these conditions, you can start by avoiding the permanent divider for your room. This permanent divider will give a narrow touch to your room. You can start to use the divider that is characterized as temporary and accessories. You can choose the one that is clean, firm, without a profile, and minimal geometric shapes.

In addition, if you do not want to use the divider, you can organize your home with carpet. You can choose the one that has a solid color that makes your room looks large and fresh. Instead of carpet you can also add with some additional accessories such as accessories, for example painting. You can choose the frame that has compositions and simple shape without carving or profile. You also need to be aware of your furniture choice. It is highly recommended that you select the furniture that is simple with no profile and carvings with dark colors, like dark chocolate.

Here are some simple steps that you can do if you want to get a minimalist decoration nowadays. Decorating your interior design in modern and minimalist house needs to be done very carefully indeed because the limitation of existing space brings a narrow sense.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Uses of Home Design Software

One of the best things that you can invest in when you go to design a home is home design software. There are a plethora of options that you can choose from when it comes to home design software. Some of these options are free where as others you will need to pay for. The have many options that are included in the software and some of these can even do the designs that you would like in 3D. You will be able to do a test run on what it is that you want to do to your home and see how it would look before you actually went and did what it is that you were planning to do. You can have fun and experiment with the different ideas and styles that are out there. There are also some options that would let you decide on the exterior as well as the landscaping design.

Remember this is something that you can use if you are going to build a home or if you are simply going to remodel your current one. This means that you can go from the ground up with the designs and create the home of your dreams without the need of someone telling you what they have available and what it is that they can do for you. You will be able to set dimensions, create locations and sizes of bathrooms as well as determine how you will put everything together.

When you are focusing on the outside of the home you need to take into consideration the lay of the land as well as where utilities and other options will be coming in. There are quite a few different things that you will need to account for when building and planning your home.

The last things you will want to plan are things such as colors as well as interior designs. You can use your home design software to aid you in determining how furniture should be arranged as well as where you should place wall hangings and different items in the home that will work as accents to create the aesthetics. Think of drapes as well as window treatments that you will use in order to allow you to best create the look and feel that you want in your home once the construction is complete. This software will help you to work out every last detail so as to finish and get everything you want into your home.

Thursday, September 6, 2012

The Scott Family E-design!

I am excited to share with you another e-design board I did for a client! They loved how everything turned out and I am so confident everything is going to look fabulous in their new place! This client LOVES gray (obviously) but wanted some color incorporated somewhere so we went with a subtle color on the wall and limited color in the furnishings! Very small touches of green keep it fun and modern cabinetry updated their space tremendously! 


I am working on another design currently that incorporates red/orange and aqua! So different than what is pictured above so check back soon!