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Interior Decorating: Tips n Tricks to Creating a Closet…

August 4, 2017

Karen Mills' blog — Photo courtesy of Closets to Go

Do you ever cringe at the disorganized mess you call a closet? Read on for great tips and ideas for creating a beautiful closet that you can enjoy every day.

Add storage whether that’s adding built ins or simple as simple as free standing shelves with bins/baskets and/or a storage unit with drawers to your space.
Photo courtesy of Doctor Closet
Organize your clothing and accessories for easy access. Personally as an interior designer when I speak to groups about how to organize I recommend you begin by pulling everything out of your closet, trying it on, and only putting back what you love. When placing items back in your closet, separate your spring/summer clothing from your fall/winter clothing if you’re in a climate that dictates different wardrobes. Then take it a couple of steps further and separate by type of clothing and then by color.
Photo courtesy of Easy Closets
Style Your Closet – Click below to read the article I recently wrote on styling for Houzz – We Can Dream: Turn a Walk In Closet into a Glam Dressing Room below.

https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54686783/list/we-can-dream-turn-a-walk-in-closet-into- a-glam-dressing-room

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Interior Design: 3 Secrets to Showcasing Your Room with…

January 20, 2017

To make your ceiling light fixture the star of the show you need to ensure you have everything in place first. The background, color scheme, natural light, and interior design all play an important role.

Pick a light fixture that grabs your attention. Look for light fixtures with interesting shapes, texture, or a look overall that draws you into the room like the Swarovski fixture above or the Circa pendant lights in the kitchen at top. Plus consider selecting a light that not only looks great when lit but also holds its own when not.

2. Select a light that enhances your room instead of detracting from it. You don’t have to purchase a light in the same style as your room’s interior design as long as it complements your room and makes it more interesting. For example, if you have a room with a dramatic col

Other considerations for selecting an ideal fixture include making sure its proportionate to the space like the kitchen pictured above and that the finish color adds to the overall design.

3. Create a neutral backdrop or interior design that doesn’t compete with your light like this entry above where the chandelier has the starring role in the scene, while the rest of the room has a supporting role.

If you already have a dramatic interior design with color and/or pattern, then you’ll need to find a light fixture that doesn’t compete with what you already have in the room.

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Interior Design: Secret Recipe for Successful Kitchen Design

September 29, 2016August 22, 2020

If you’re seriously considering remodeling your kitchen, read our suggestions here first before tearing out walls or hiring a contractor because your kitchen will be a huge investment that can cost thousands of dollars to correct or years of regret if you rush into it and hire someone who’s not reliable or does a poor job.

First as an interior designer I recommend that you look for design inspiration in interior design magazines and online to get ideas of what you like so you can effectively communicate your vision to the team you assemble.

Next make a list of items you absolutely must have in your kitchen and another list of things you would like to have. If you’re not sure, start making a list as you use your kitchen everyday so your new kitchen will meet all your requirements.

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Then hire an interior designer to show you how to layout a kitchen that’s both functional for your family and beautiful! An interior designer will have great resources for contractors, architects, and trades people to help you accomplish your goal, can act as a trusted advisor, can help create flow in the space, coordinate finishes, assist with lighting, and can advise on the latest storage options to ensure your kitchen design looks great! And if you can’t afford an interior designer for the whole project, I would at least hire an interior designer experienced with remodeling for a couple of hours to help you create a master plan.

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