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6 Ways to Use Color to Create a Home You Love
I recently shared a first look at a colorful DFW house my team and I designed. We had the fun challenge of creating a colorful, contemporary residence that didn’t go over the top or look too trendy with its vibrant hues. This week, I'd like to share my tips for using color in a way that accentuates and enhances a home's interior without overwhelming it or looking garish. When you get color right, it can make your home feel cozy and welcoming, brighten dark areas, jazz up boring areas, transform rooms, and bring you much happiness over the years. 1. Make an...
Vote for Barbara in 2016 Readers' Choice Awards
We've gotten exciting news! Barbara Gilbert Interiors has been nominated by Addison Magazine for its 2016 Readers' Choice Awards for favorite interior design company. Will you please take a moment to vote for Barbara? Click HERE and scroll down to the BUSINESS section, where you'll find the "Favorite Interior Design Company" category. You may vote once per day (per email address) for as many categories as you like. Voting closes June 20. We appreciate every vote, and we appreciate you!
First Look at a Colorful, Contemporary Keller Home
Color abounds in this transitional home that leans toward the contemporary side. Today, I'm showing it off on the blog for the first time. My team and I had the exciting challenge of creating a colorful, contemporary residence that didn't go over the top or look too trendy with its vibrant hues. We carefully selected the furnishings and accessories for this house, and created a fun, stylish retreat with high-end touches throughout. Stained wood cabinetry and beams add a pleasing aesthetic and make the home feel warm and cozy. I commissioned custom art throughout the home to pick up and enhance...