Fast Home Decorating Ideas

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Looking to give a room a new look? Whether you want to make just a few small changes, or overhaul the whole room, these fast and easy decorating ideas can add a touch of creative flair and warm ambiance to any room.

Let In Light

Are your window treatments right for your room? Poorly selected window treatments can take life away from a room, limiting incoming light and obstructing the view to outside. Simply adjusting your window treatments for different times of the day, or decorating with new window treatments that have better light and privacy control, can make a huge difference in the look and feel of your room. Motorized window fashions can be programmed to adjust based on the time of day, ensuring your room will always have the right amount of light and privacy. [Read more...]

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Improve Your Mood, Health, and Feelings with Color

How does this make you feel? Our reactions to color have been linked to childhood memories which capture and freeze an emotional experience in a color. In order to tap into colors which make us happy, we can think back to early, memorable times we had, people around us, and even food. Re-live it and take note of the happy colors.

By Susan Brook, Senior Designer

“I have tried to express an idea that the cafe is a place where one can ruin oneself, go mad or commit a crime.” Who said this about what? Vincent van Gogh, regarding the artistic intent of his “Night Cafe” painting. What colors did he use and what lighting effects? Learn more about mind-boggling color theory experiences here.

Not surprisingly, color charts and color scheme brochures can’t capture the effect of other colors on our selected hue, especially the combined effect of light sources and window treatments. We can confidently explore our personal reaction to each color, and leave the rest to trusted professionals. [Read more...]

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From Window Treatments to Upholstery to the Latest Trends – Avoid These Major Interior Design Mistakes

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To turn your home into your dream home takes a lot of work and just the right touch of creative flair. If you’re considering a makeover for your entire home, or even for just a single room, avoid the following common interior design mistakes.

Purchasing Before Planning

As with any project, home design requires up-front planning. Too many people pick out their favorite pieces first, then try to force-fit them into a plan. The best room design strategy is to consider the space you have available first, then take your time determining the best use of that space. [Read more...]

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