Coastal Farmhouse

Entrances: First Impressions

Posted on September 19, 2018
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From the moment you open the front door to your house or apartment, you instinctively feel the emotional rush of being home. The entrance hall is the face and character of the house. Just as a writer must find his or her voice, your place…

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Start With A Master Plan

Posted on September 17, 2018
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Good rooms evolve. They grow, change, and become more refined and beautiful over time. When you plan your ideal room, and determine how you want it to look and feel, you can build toward that goal in a continuous process. Sketch out a floor plan…

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What size chandelier should I purchase for my dining table?

Posted on September 14, 2018
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Hang your chandelier so that its lowest point is 30-34 inches from the tabletop (I suggest leaning toward the higher end of this margin). The diameter for a chandelier hung over a table should be one foot less than the width of the tabletop to…

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The 60/40 Rule

Posted on September 13, 2018
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How do you decorate a historical house with ornate architectural features? Keep it clean. Mix it up. Keep the palette interesting- don't be afraid to mix patterns, finishes, and textures. It's all about ratio. When selecting furniture, try to keep to a 60 percent skirts,…

Inspiration

Trust Your Eye

Posted on September 12, 2018
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I am often asked if good taste is something we can acquire. My answer to this is a resounding Yes! Some people do have innate taste, but for most of us, good taste emerges once we have learned to trust our own eyes. If you…

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The Right Whites: My Top Three White Paint Colors

Posted on September 11, 2018
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White paint when done right can be one of the most beautiful and versatile paint color combinations. But for the untrained eye, picking out a good white out of hundreds of choices is a tough task and quite frankly, is a complete headache. There's no…

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Ideas for Decorating With Patterns

Posted on September 10, 2018
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Sometimes it’s hard to know where to start when selecting and combining patterns. When something is well designed, you see the pattern as a whole, a cohesive design. If a pattern is not well balanced, certain areas will pop out at you, disturbing the harmony. …

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The Language of Color: Glossary of Painting Terms

Posted on September 6, 2018
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Color is often difficult to communicate about. The reason is that the words we use to describe color are vague and frequently misunderstood. Technical terms such as "value," "saturation," and "chromaticity" are confusing but even simple words such as "bright," "pure," "shiny" and "dim" are…

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Simple Tips on Adding Drama to Your Home

Posted on September 5, 2018
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In all design, you need to consider the visual composition. Yes, you need to think of practicality and function, but the visual arrangement is what draws you in and catches your attention. That’s why designers spend hours trying to arrange bookcases, hang art in just…

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The Power of Stripes

Posted on September 4, 2018
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Adding stripes to your decor or space is an easy effortless way to add a bold punch to any room. Stripes tend to add drama to a room. They have an almost architectural power to redirect the eye and reshape a space. They can be incorporated…

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