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The Real Cost of Hiring a Designer

The Real Cost of Hiring a Designer

Curious about hiring a designer, and how much it could cost?  Read on…Continue Reading

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What Americans Want at Home

What Americans Want at Home

Have you ever stopped to think about what you want out of your home?  I mean REALLY want?  Do you want to have the most expensive or the largest home on your block?  The most colorful?  I found an interesting article that shows Americans aren’t really interested in the biggest or the best… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Design Through the Ages – Infographic

Design Through the Ages – Infographic

You may not realize it, but interior design has had a place in history for ages…literally!  Long before HGTV blew onto our televisions, aristocracy decorated their homes with the latest in interior fashions.  Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post: 6 Simple Decorating Changes You Can Make in a Day

If you are short on time and want to make a bit impact in your home, never fear!  There are plenty of ways you can add big style to your home in a very short time.  Check out these ideas submitted by Karleia Steiner.Continue Reading

Living Room Design Through the Decades

Living Room Design Through the Decades

Ever wonder what type of living room furniture may suit your style best?  Read on for a fun way to see the evolution of living room design through the past century… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  How to Make Your Home More Accessible

Guest Post: How to Make Your Home More Accessible

For those with mobility issues, having an accessible, handicap-friendly home is a necessity and not just a luxury.  Read on to find out how you can make your home more accessible to your friends and family who may have different abilities than you do… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  7 Low-Cost Home Improvements

Guest Post: 7 Low-Cost Home Improvements

Want to spruce up your home, but you are short on cash?  Never fear!  Guest author Tricia Borren shares 7 different ideas for ways to spruce up your home on a budget. Pin ItContinue Reading

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A Guide to Interior Color

A Guide to Interior Color

Color selection is the topic I address most with my clients.  From paint colors to the best hues for furniture and decorative accents, color choices are very difficult for many people.  Thankfully, a fellow designer put together a concise visual color guide to help the color-challenged narrow their choices just a bit. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Decorating Tips for Wide Open Spaces

Guest Post: Decorating Tips for Wide Open Spaces

Everyone wants a wide, open floor plan in their homes.  Not only does an open layout make a space feel larger, but it also allows for better views throughout the home.  But, the lack of walls can create some decorating conundrums.  In today’s guest post, Sarah Argent offers her tips for decorating a wide, openContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Best Furniture Upcycle Projects for 2013

Guest Post: Best Furniture Upcycle Projects for 2013

Furniture upcycling has been trendy for several years.  Not only can you create a one-of-a-kind piece that is custom designed for your own home, but you can also save a ton of money doing it.  Read on to see Alex Gillham’s favorite furniture upcycling projects from the past year.  Which is your favorite?  Leave meContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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