Design Trend: Glamour...The Tory Burch Effect

Design Trend: Glamour...The Tory Burch Effect

This picture is from Tory Burch's Southampton Estate.  From the blue and white china to the stunning geometric wall coverings, this solarium says glamour and high fashion loud and clear. This is a hallway in her Manhattan apartment featured in Vogue Living. Whether she is creating a new fashion look or designing the interior of her homes, her look exudes glamour.

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Make your small space...live large

Make your small space...live large

Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” -William Morris

Perhaps this is the quintessential quote to describe what small space decorating is all about. William Morris, a founder of the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th century, knew exactly how to approach small space design -- even for the 21st century. The furnishings you put into your small space must be useful and beautiful.

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Trend Update: Birds

Trend Update: Birds

"Birds of a feather flock together" and that certainly is true this season. Birds are everywhere from accent pillows, bedding, accessories, lamps and even custom draperies. Nature has always served as a great inspiration for interior design. You will see this trend linger into spring of 2013. Coincidentally, "nesting" tables are also a top pick for interior design this year, too.

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Eat-In Kitchen? Dining room? Take your pick...

Eat-In Kitchen? Dining room? Take your pick...

Where does your family eat most of their meals? Do you use your dining room, breakfast room or eat-in kitchen? With families running in so many directions each day, many of us never step foot in our formal dining rooms, except for holidays and special occasions. Breakfast nooks or large eat-in kitchens are becoming the central hub of the house for family meals and gathering.

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Eclectic Chic, 101

Eclectic Chic, 101

"Eclectic Chic"…what does that mean? The word "eclectic" is used in interior design to describe a room that does not match. The furniture and accessories may come from different genres. The pieces and accessories do not look like they were purchased to go together. They look as if they have been gathered or collected over time. But somehow, everything comes together to create a finished look. In some rooms it is as if the pieces tell a story…a very unique and personal glimpse of the owner.

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