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Interior Design is a Fashion Indutry
As we start to get ready for Furniture Fashion week (High Point Market) it is time to see what is going on at the fashion runways. I have for a long time talked about how design trends come from the runway. It used to be that we would see a trend on the runway and about a year later it wold be hitting the … Read More Interior Design is a Fashion Indutry
Lighting – Is it Time to Update?
In January there is such a huge push for the new year new you, but by the time we get to February there is a tendency to have fallen behind in all the things that you were going to do. So let’s look at updating your home in small bits, little things that will make a huge impact. One of those areas is lighting. … Read More Lighting – Is it Time to Update?
The Perfect Pieces for the Holidays and After
So when it comes to decorating for the holidays I am really big on décor being versatile. It needs to speak of you and it also needs to have a purpose after the event. in these busy time who what to completely redo everything with the change of every holiday or event. So I thought I would share with you some of my go … Read More The Perfect Pieces for the Holidays and After
College Dorm Must Haves
It is that time of year. Kids are heading off to college, whether for the first time or the fourth time it is an emotional experience. So let’s talk about great ways to customize that plain white dorm room and make it a personal space. Go for great seating. Dorm rooms and college apartments are small but they still need to be comfortable. You … Read More College Dorm Must Haves
The Right Piece
There are many times that I am asked what piece must every room have. And yes there was a time in which it was true in design that there were specific layouts and pieces that were required in rooms to complete a style or design. Today, I don’t feel that this is really true. There are some guidelines that I tend to go by … Read More The Right Piece
The Latest Interior Design Trends and Styles
Interior Design and décor is a constant living breathing thing. And as I was attending a current trend lecture and line unveiling yesterday I was happily patted on the back to see the leaders in this industry say exactly what I have been saying for years. Interior design is about adding personal elements to the home, it is not about the designer. Now to … Read More The Latest Interior Design Trends and Styles
High Point Market – Showrooms to See
So we are now just days away from Furniture Fashion week so it is the time where we are planning on what vendors we will be seeing. Ok really most of the companies we have already booked our appointments with, so how about I give you a preview on a couple of the companies that we will be seeing at market. How about a … Read More High Point Market – Showrooms to See
Furniture Fashion Week, Why I Go
So it is just about that time again, furniture fashion week. That’s right those of us in the industry are getting ready to descend on the town of High Point, NC and shop until we drop. Ok so we may not be shopping all the time, but what we are doing is seeing all of the new trends and the up and coming designer … Read More Furniture Fashion Week, Why I Go
Holidays Are Coming!
It’s that time of year again, holiday times. That means company and parties and sometimes lots of stress over how to get it right. This year I thought I would give you some tablescape ideas centered around three items. These three easy to find and use items are ornaments, candles and flowers/greenery. These items are all around this time of year which means you … Read More Holidays Are Coming!
Balance is needed
As the school year begins I am reminded of how caught up in our lives we can become and that without our homes in balance it can create a chaos in the rest of our lives. So I thought I would talk about the principle of balance when it comes to interior design. Balance does not mean that everything has to be symmetrical. This … Read More Balance is needed
Beach Living
It is full on summer and that means beach living. Maybe you live in a beach community or you vacation to a beach community either way it is all about sun and fun. The biggest request that comes out of everyone hanging out at the beach is the want for a beach living styled look at home. Here at Artful Conceptions we happen to … Read More Beach Living
Quick Tips to Freshen Your Home
There are many times in which your home needs a quick updating. This can be because you are looking to sell your home, you are having company or you are just plain tired of things. Here are 10 of my favorite ways to freshen up your home without major changes. 1) Change up your pillows. Find some great pattern pillows for your sofas and … Read More Quick Tips to Freshen Your Home
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