2012: year of orange by kimberly reuther
Hello Orange! Tangerine Tango has been chosen the color of the year by Pantone. What a fresh start to 2012! Orange can be a very tricky color, people usually love it or hate it. Well, let’s take a closer look at its merits and I bet you’ll start to warm up! Orange has the energy […]
mixing patterns, textures, and colors by mandi maurer gray
As an Interior Designer, I am asked on a very consistent basis what the rules are when mixing patterns, textures, and colors. I many times say that there are no “rules” per say, just good design plans. For many, it can be overwhelming to mix many colors together or to add patterns into a space. […]
Area Rug Inspiration By Victoria Dreste
Thinking of buying an area rug? What will it do for your room? A rug can define the areas of a large room. It can add definition to a small room. Color, pattern and texture are important elements in interior design. An area rug can add each of these to a room. A rug. of […]
pump up the volume by Victoria Dreste
Scalamandre’ has always been known for luxurious silk fabrics. Now they have re-energized classics. These fabrics are edgy and modern. The patterns include lime green chinoiserie, zebra-printed linen and fuschia paisley. A sophisticated, exuberant mix with a great take on color. Likewise, Knoll has always been known for commercial textiles. Recently, however, they launched a […]
