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Secrets to Steal from Well Designed Living Rooms
Well designed living rooms can vary in style from contemporary to southwestern, but they share some common elements. Elegant living rooms display great design without appearing flashy or overly trendy. That's harder than it sounds! Here is my list of secrets to steal from well designed living rooms. Play with patterns Mixing patterns intimidates a lot of people. But nothing makes a space look more professional than expertly layered patterns. Don't worry! First, read How to Mix Patterns Like a Boss. Remember to keep them in the same color family and style, and consider scale and saturation. This is one area...
Design Crush: Contemporary Vases
Every other week, I share my latest Design Crush here on the blog. Today, I'm crushing on the Global Views open oval ring contemporary vases. Part of what makes these contemporary vases so attractive is their unusual open-frame body — it's as if the center has been cut right out. These unique vases are a great way to add interest without taking up a lot of visual space. The dark toned blue finish really completes the look. I've styled several bookshelves with vases just like these and they never fail to get attention. They're the kind of piece that will have guest...
What Defines Luxury Interior Design?
My focus is Dallas luxury interior design, both residential and commercial office spaces. But just what goes into it? How can you distinguish it from other types? Here are my thoughts what creates luxury interior design, how to spot it, and how to get it for your own home. Personal, customized design If one word most concisely defines luxury design, it's "customizable." Custom furniture? Absolutely. Custom art? Of course. Custom window treatments? Always. A high-end interior designer listens to a client's vision and translates that into a one-of-a-kind look where every aspect is made to create the perfect end product. Off-the-shelf furniture and accessories...