Getting your Home Fall Fabulous
Fall or the autumnal equinox officially begins on September 22nd at 9:54 P.M. Get ready for the cool mornings, budding Montauk daisies, mums making their debut and Halloween costumes and decorations. Take a cue from the changing leaves and bring these colors indoors. The changing colors of Fall create a beautiful landscape to which other seasons pale in comparison. Fall’s array of colors range from crimson to yellow, and hues often appear side by side. Applying these same colors to...
Read MoreTransform Master Bath into a Hidden Sanctuary
Think about the serenity of a spa. Luckily for you, your bathroom offers the same type of personal area to de-stress, detoxify and unwind as professional spas. We have some easy ways to Creatively Transform your master bathroom into a private oasis. A neutral palette simplifies the environment- White or light hues of blue, green and sand offer a relaxing feel, which is why spas use this as a preferred palette. Stay away from active patterns, like checkered or stripes, since they offer the...
Read MoreCelebrate Dad in his Man Cave
June is the month that we celebrate dear old dad. In honor of Father’s Day, let’s discuss Man Caves! A Man Cave is defined as a male sanctuary. Every man has a basic, primal, instinctual need to have a space to call his own. It’s his territory; a place where they can recharge their batteries after a long day on their job, and a place where they can hang out with their buddies. Man caves have multiple purposes: they are a place to be alone, to be away from women and...
Read MorePops of Color
Some of the trends for the season include ice-cream pastels, glittery golds, and super zingy color pops. Bold pops of color is one of the strongest trends this season. A variety of strong shades will transform any living space and help reflect a personal style. This trend is all about mixing bright colors together. It’s strong, but easily manageable if you have one or two main colors to start with that ‘ground’ the rest of the look. Gelato colors are a huge trend in both...
Read MoreDecorating with Oriental Influences
Good luck for the year of the dog! Oriental interior decorating ideas are a modern trend. Chinese decor is appreciated for its blend of rich colors, intricate detailing and elegant simplicity. The trick to any kind of ethnic decor is in staying true to the design principles without getting carried away and straying into caricatures of the style. Red symbolizes good luck in China, so it’s never more prevalent that in the Chinese New Year. Travel with me to the Far-East for some Asian...
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