Need a little inspiration? It may be right behind your closet doors.....You can use your favorite outfit from your closet as inspiration for fabric, furniture, and paint color choices.

Color story video

Designing and color story

Dorothy Draper sure knew what she was talking about...

To follow up with our previous post on how much we love our jobs and how work isn't really work to us....Dorothy Draper agrees! 

"Have you ever stopped to think what fun this business of living can be? If you haven't, and if you are one of those who insist upon believing that life is humdrum, grim and boring, then I'm afraid this department is not for you. For I don't believe any such thing. I know that we can all free ourselves and live our lives fully, zestfully and joyfully!"

-Dorothy Draper 

 

Beauty in the details...

In love with this beautiful shell faced door! The finishes and jewel handles are amazing and add an interesting touch to an otherwise basic room piece.

We LOVE what we do...

Is your career really considered work when you love it so much?  We share our passion and love for design with our clients everyday. 

Using Great Furniture in a Compromising Space

 

This high/low fold out table helps to provide a full dining table for a small sitting area.

 The fully extended dining table can be used to seat 6 people comfortably.

Absolutely in LOVE with these Navy Stripes!! How fresh is this?!

Who is your favrite artist?

You can tell a lot about someone's style by the Artist they like. Your personal taste and style can be displayed by art you choose. Placing art that reflects your personality can help to add a sophisticated, yet personal touch to any space. If you are in love with the beauty of your artwork, it will reflect that importance within the space.

Defining the Space

 

These cute accessories add a funky feel to this cozy space. The whimsical mirror and textures light fixture add dimension to the space while complimenting the stark furniture. The drapery is used to soften the space.

This great use of material on the wall as well as the effects of lighting create a cool space anyone would want to hangout and have a cocktail in.... 

This deep blue wall color adds a bit of masculinity to this game room.  The rich wall color and the Chevron pattern in the wood floor add a nice touch to this great space!

It's all in the details...

The Stripe detail on these simple white shades add a bit of interest to this otherwise plain window treatment. Details like this can add great interest to any space.

Check out this recent Residential Install for one of our clients. Her sassy, yet refined, style and beauty are reflected in the furniture, upholstery, and finishes selected throughout her home.

Happy Mardi Gras!

Is this Mardi Gras enough for you?  In the spirit of Mardi Gras and the very vibrant holiday colors, this room reflects the crazy character of the spirit of the season!

Inspiration for Paint Selections

You can use any image or fabric pattern for inspiration on choosing colors for a space. If you are having a difficult time making a choice about direction, choose a print and select colors from this print to use in the space. You can use the diagram above to help you choose possible colors to help accentuate your drapery or upholstery.

Chic Chevron

Chevron is a great pattern to add an interesting texture to any space. It can be incorporated in many different applications.Chevron on drapery can add a whimsical aspect to a simple space.

  

Chevron on a wall can add a great background for white or subtle painted furniture.

 

Chevron applied on furniture can be a fun application for a classic chair.

 

This Chevron printed dress can be used as an inspiration for any space. The clean lines and contrast of this look can be applied when choosing color palettes or upholstery. 

Chevron on Unexpected surfaces is also a pleasant surprise in the design of a space. These examples show ways that Chevron can be tastefully applied in an unexpected way.

Be Daring!

How to be daring with color...

When adding a risky color into a space such as a bright blue, lime, or neon yellow you always want to keep the space from becoming too overwhelming. To avoid making your space seem too whimsical and impractical, you should use neutrals and basic colors to ground the excitement.  Black, white or a basic grey are great colors to pair with these vibrant color choices! 

 

Fabulous Cobalt Blue accessories or as an accent wall color can liven up a space! Cobalt Blue is fresh and clean and looks great when contrasted with a crisp, bright white...