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Interior Design Tile Trends 2017
With so many spectacular tile options available today, there's no reason to ever use boring beige squares. I love using tile in unexpected and marvelous ways in the spaces I create, particularly in kitchens and bathrooms. I keep my eyes open for the interior design tile trends happening around the state and across the country. I'm seeing some colorful — and dimensional — things happening. So impressive! Let's take a look at a few of the big trends. Arabesque tile trends [caption id="attachment_16118" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Beveled arabesque tiles in glossy white by Mission Stone & Tile.[/caption] The arabesque is a style of artistic decoration consisting of rhythmic...
Color Crush: Bright Umbrellas
For this week’s Color Crush, a new bi-weekly feature on the Barbara Gilbert Interiors blog, I've found a fun photo of hanging, bright umbrellas. These inspire me with their varied hues and festive feel. Some of the colors are quite saturated, but there are lighter shades in this photo, too. I think the range of colors offers some great color palette options for the home. The blues would be marvelous in a bedroom, with accent colors coming from the rest of the photo. Like our bright umbrellas color palette? Share your thoughts with us right here or on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest! If you're wondering...
Bedroom Design Ideas: The Power of Purple
Purple is a powerful color. Many people shy away from it when they're thinking of bedroom design ideas, believing it's too bold. But in my experience, purple makes an excellent hue for bedrooms, whether the intensity is saturated or more pastel. I've chosen different shades of purple for several bedrooms I've designed recently. I love the results, and so do my clients! From a colorful "tween" bedroom with style that endures, to an elegant and serene master bedroom, purple was the star of my color palette. How can you make purple work in your own bedroom design ideas? Read on to find out!...