         Archive for February 2011 Feb 28 2011 Adrienne Micci-Smith of Curtain Call in Shelton, Connecticut, recently interviewed with WTNH to share her design philosophy and the new technologies in window treatments.  Feb 28 2011 The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) showcase includes a wide array of bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms appointed with today's hottest styles of design, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.  Feb 28 2011 Stylish bare essentials will reflect the 'just enough' trend that is very much in style for the coming year.  Feb 28 2011 The interior design students at Bowling Green University recently traveled to the Merchandising Mart in Chicago, Illinois, to experience first-hand the professional world of interior design.  Feb 28 2011 Dabble, a new Canadian online magazine devoted to interior design, travel and other lifestyle topics, launched Monday, with an editor-in-chief who is well-known to American TV audiences.  Feb 28 2011 Kurt and Jenna Susanke were able to give their daughter a world-class playhouse when they moved to a former Illinois dairy farm owned by Kurt's family.  Feb 25 2011 According to Larry Morin, the owner of Decorators Network Inc., form and function must be considered when picking out your new curtains or drapes, according to the Sun Journal.  Feb 25 2011 The workers who staffed factories and warehouses of the early 20th century would have never imagined that their workplaces would inspire one of the hottest style trends of the past decade.  Feb 25 2011 Coming up with a workout area in one's home depends largely on the type of exercise routines that are done and how much space they require.  Feb 25 2011 A renowned, historic museum has come up with an idea to give homeowners the services of an interior decorator on a smaller scale.  Feb 25 2011 What began with exposed brick walls and cement floor in urban lofts has spread to suburban homes, where industrial chic décor is taking hold.  Feb 24 2011 Palm Springs, California, is well known for its progressive architecture, and the annual celebration of these spectacular buildings is called Modernism Week.  Feb 24 2011 Color is one of the best ways to breathe new life into your interior design.  Feb 24 2011 As host of the HGTV show Color Splash, designer and artist David Bromstad thinks nothing of pairing dark brown with hot pink, offset by snippets of bright yellow.  Feb 24 2011 In the movie The Hours, the headboard in the main character's bedroom was a beautiful paisley cloth draped over a wooden base.  Feb 23 2011 The hot and cold air lost from leaky windows can account for between 10 to 20 percent of the average homeowner's utility bill, according to GreenBuildingElements.com.  Feb 23 2011 She recently shared some of her home layout inspiration, to create an edgy yet cozy atmosphere for any abode.  Feb 23 2011 Legendary interior designer Dorothey Draper was so famous from the 1930s to the 1950s that her name became an adjective to describe a certain style of decorating.  Feb 23 2011 A few home improvements can make a house safe for seniors who want to continue living in their own homes as they get older.  Feb 22 2011 One of the most popular interior design trends for 2011 is Ikat fiber (pronounced ee-kaht).  Feb 22 2011 Today's window treatment market is a smattering of fabrics, materials and color styles that has expanded exponentially over the past few decades.  Feb 22 2011 The couple used varying shades of gray to accentuate the look of their artwork and style choices and the result is simply stunning, according to the Los Angeles Times.  Feb 22 2011 Gathering furnishings together, rather than lining large pieces against the walls, can change the atmosphere of a room instantly with a shift in furniture arrangement.  Feb 22 2011 Emily Henderson's background as a professional prop stylist has taught her lots of ways to create elegant, but affordable style in the rooms she designs. As the latest winner of HGTV's Design Star show, she's now using her decorating know-how in her new series, Secrets From a Stylist.  Feb 21 2011 San Francisco designer Michelle Homme tries to introduce as many vintage pieces as possible to her clients, both as a decorator and in her furnishings shop called Homme.  Feb 21 2011 It wasn't long ago that the big-screen TV was a bulky monstrosity that took up nearly half of a person's living space.  Feb 21 2011 Kathleen Navarra recently spoke with the San Francisco Chronicle, and highlighted some of her main design principles that homeowners can apply to their own living space.  Feb 18 2011 TV design show host Thom Filicia doesn't believe in sacrificing comfort to create an elegant look for a bedroom, or to follow a trend that doesn't take into account one's personal taste.  Feb 17 2011 If you own a home or apartment with Palladian windows, style choices for window treatments are difficult to choose.  Feb 17 2011 This law extended the energy-efficient products tax credit to all Americans, which could make a significant impact in the remodeling and home construction market.  Feb 17 2011 The size of area rugs and other floor coverings can change the atmosphere of a living room seating arrangement if they don't fit the space they are in.  Feb 17 2011 A mudroom doesn't have to be just a place to wash the dog, store the children's sports equipment and hang the family's heavy jackets.  Feb 16 2011 Interior designer Tina Mellino was recently interviewed by Arizona's ABC affiliate KNXV, and shared her expertise for home decorating.  Feb 16 2011 If your window treatments have begun to look in sorry shape, now may be the time for a full-scale cleaning or possibly some new shades or blinds.  Feb 16 2011 When she enlarged the kitchen at her South Carolina home, interior designer Kimberly Williams included plenty of old-world charm in the design - pine flooring, French doors, a cozy seating area and a nearby storage pantry.  Feb 16 2011 Homeowner Pamela Porter learned a few things about renovations when she and her husband Lee moved into a 1923 craftsman-style bungalow in Des Moines, Iowa.  Feb 16 2011 Most people think of accessories as providing a spurt of color to waken a room with neutral walls and furnishings, or as a complement to other hues found in fabrics and rugs.  Feb 15 2011 Interior design programs at community colleges and universities all over the country have begun offering green certification for their students and Palomar Community College in San Marcos, California, is no different.  Feb 15 2011 Interior designer Liz McGavran's 30-year-old Hyde Park condo is not only a wonderful place to live, but a way to show potential clients her skills in weaving artwork, furnishings and color into a cozy living space, according to The Cincinnati Enquirer.  Feb 15 2011 Any room in the house can be given a quick facelift by changing one simple design feature. It may be as easy as outfitting a bed with a new, stylish sheet set or changing the shower curtain in the bathroom.  Feb 14 2011 Pink has begun to cross established gender roles to encompass a wide array of emotive interior design choices.  Feb 14 2011 A recent study by the Opinion Research Corporation's Caravan for the Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) relayed promising results relating to the issue of window cord safety awareness.  Feb 14 2011 Before she was a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist for The Age of Innocence, writer Edith Wharton wrote a legendary decorating book that continues to guide decorators today.  Feb 11 2011 Decorating with photographs may be the best way for homeowners to personalize their living spaces, but choosing the right place to show them will ensure they make the best impact in a room.  Feb 11 2011 Getting too little sleep may increase a person's risk of heart attack or stroke, according to a British study that was based on data from eight countries, including the U.S.  Feb 11 2011 Haiku Sushi in Shanghai, China, recently opened in the courtyard of the Shanghai International Finance Center and has combined form and function with their origami-inspired interior design.  Feb 10 2011 Scott Brownrigg Interior Design has begun work on Google's new London office that is bursting with color and energy-saving function.  Feb 10 2011 One of the United States' largest homebuilders has begun construction on a model home in Las Vegas that they believe will be the greenest production home ever built in Sin City.  Feb 10 2011 While some designers bring a bold palette of contrasting colors into a room, others adhere to a longstanding rule that hues from a color family blend best together.  Feb 9 2011 The pair decided to build a modern home that exuded quality and craftsmanship at every turn.  Feb 9 2011 The annual Canadian Home Builders' Home and Garden Show will feature the who's who of the interior design world as well as the hottest trends in the industry.  Feb 9 2011 This year's Maison et Objet, a preeminent European trade show for interior design trends, recently showcased the newest fabrics and wallpapers, as well as lighting and furniture by both emerging and established designers, according to The Independent.  Feb 9 2011 When Chicago area resident Kathleen Luttschyn and her husband needed to move their home office to make way for a nursery, it forced them to make better use of a loft space at the top of their stairs.  Feb 8 2011 A bathroom vanity isn't limited to standard cabinetry and surfaces meant only for the bath area, according to HGTV.com.  Feb 8 2011 A new way to display accessories and collectibles is in a display wall, which can be freestanding or built-in as a focal point in a room.  Feb 8 2011 Fortunately, many manufacturers now offer cordless designs that work with many of their products so consumers won't have to choose between safety and style.  Feb 8 2011 For interior designer Rhonda Staley, the layout of a home should draw a person in. Staley combines elements of traditional European elegance with a strong desire to incorporate old materials into her new designs, according to Cedar Valley Home & Garden.  Feb 7 2011 The direction that windows face and the proximity of streets to them are two of the factors homeowners should consider when choosing custom drapery or other window treatments.  Feb 7 2011 Today's window treatments are made from eco-friendly materials, contain energy-saving qualities and the nearly unlimited style options can make your house come together beautifully, according to The Des Moines Register.  Feb 4 2011 As deputy style editor of Country Living magazine, Lili Diallo is constantly coming with ways that her readers can spruce up their homes using what they already own in new ways.  Feb 4 2011 White comes in a multitude of hues - bright white, off-white, antique white - and each dovetails best with certain colors and wood tones.  Feb 4 2011 The annual Interior Design Show in Toronto, Canada, showcased some of the most exciting new trends in the industry.  Feb 4 2011 The new offices of the Burgess Group have won Interior Design magazine's Best Green Project of the Year. The building uses natural materials and also features bright, modern colors to create additional contrast for the space, according to EarthTechling.com.  Feb 3 2011 A potting bench, a pegboard and plywood shelving with attractive corbels instead of brackets for support can turn the back wall of a garage into a stylish workshop, according to Better Homes and Gardens magazine.  Feb 3 2011 The quest to find more storage is a never-ending task in many homes. But homeowners should look to under-used bookcases that can solve the storage dilemma and provide a fresh look to a room.  Feb 3 2011 With a little creativity, you can re-invent your current furnishings to suit your re-designed living space.  Feb 2 2011 A survey of the country's largest interior design firms by Interior Design magazine found that the number of overseas clients, as well as those in Canada, are increasing for U.S. designers.  Feb 2 2011 Homeowners shouldn't worry whether their latest attempt at interior design may be a passing fad or one that will stay in style for years to come.  Feb 2 2011 Many baby boomers are modifying their homes so that they can live in them during their golden years, but this trend is catching some by surprise because of how subtle these new renovations are.  Feb 2 2011 A new restaurant in London, Dinner by Heston Bulmenthal, has explored innovative ways to capture a free and luxurious feeling and, whether that means ancient recipes or a blend of rustic and refined elements, it is sure to attract the attention of the design world.  Feb 1 2011 San Francisco interior designer Courtney Jones boils down the choice of a new sofa to what she calls the four F's - form, frame, fabric and fill.  Feb 1 2011 When it comes to kitchen design, there are a lot of different ideas that come to mind. These spaces transformed long ago from an area reserved for food preparation into something much more. | (888) 633-7840 M-F 6am to 5pm Sat 6am to 3pm PST  | |
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