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DESIGNSMARTS
Helpful Hints on
Exclaiming Your Style! COLOR Your World!
by Kenneth Ross Hooper
With today's large homes and open floor plans, the question I am most often asked is how to use color in a house that has an open floor plan and one color would be to much. If you know how to look at a space from a designer’s viewpoint, you will see that there are natural “starting and stopping points” even though it is an open floorplan. In most cases there are perfect walls to use as accent walls of color. Selecting a wall with a fireplace or built-ins OR selecting two walls to lead your eye into the room is often a way to use color to define the space. For instance, in an area that is a nook for reading or gathering for a meal, you can use a darker color to define the space or even a soothing color tone might be appropriate. Another option for defining space is to paint the back panel sections of a major built-in such as a bookcase. not only will it help ton define space, the color can show off the trim work and help to give a backdrop to accessories displayed. Lastly, for those who really want to exclaim their style, one of my favorite methods of defining an open space is to use a combination of paint, wallpaper and faux-finishes working together in harmony throughout the room.
One of our design professionals would be happy to come to your home and give you a color analysis. We are offering a special rate of 1/2 off for our color analysis service only through the month of September so be sure to act quickly. | Cozy Is as Cozy Does!
by Jennifer Koontz
A frequent asked question with many of my clients is “ HOW DO I MAKE MY ROOM LOOK MORE COZY AND INVITING?” I tell them to look at the whole picture that is their "home life." What kind of "life" does your home need to support? Most clients quickly discover that they already know how make a room cozy and inviting according to their needs. Here are a few tips for everyone.
(1) Wall color is your starting point for any well designed room.
(2) Fabrics are extremely essential to obtain the look that a client desires.
(3) In furniture placement you always need a focal to the room whether it maybe an architectural feature or a furniture piece or maybe even a wall of windows.
(4) In placing the furniture you need to have a conversation area that one little detail makes a huge impact for people to feel welcome. Another thing to remember is that furniture does not need to be placed around the room against the walls this actually closes your room inwards. Floating furniture makes for an organized space.
(5) Depending on the natural lighting of your space ambient lighting is critical for a well balanced room. (6) Area rugs are a nice detail to ground a room.
(7) Window treatments are a wonderful addition for warmth, color, and a brilliant way to soften or make a dramatic impact to any room.
(8) A touch of greenery adds a natural element of coziness and warmth.
(9) Finally, your personal nick naks, wall art, photos, and other accessories complete the cozy and inviting aesthetic.
One of our design professionals would be happy to come to your home and give you a interior analysis. We are offering a special rate of 1/2 off for this service only through the month of September so be sure to act quickly.
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Interior Design Services
Consulting with an interior design firm is not about imposing ideas and personal taste onto a client. It is about client and interior designer coming together to create a unique space. Its about helping the client develop their vision while analyzing their interior design requirements. In the end creating a flexible, functional environment that optimizes your space and relates to your clientele, business, image and location.
LIDD Areas of Specialty
Residential Interior Design
Developer Showhomes Interior Design
LIDD Areas of Service
Space Planning / Square Footage Optimization
Color Analysis
Theme & Concept Development
Image & Brand Identity Development (Showrooms)
Professional Project Management
Construction Drawings
Custom Furnishings
Art and Accessories Selection
Budget Development
Our interior designers have an understanding of the specialized needs of a client. Helping clients develop concepts that transform their spaces into an environment that has a unified look. Working together to create a total environment that is inviting to clientele and employees. Our services can be structured to fit your particular needs. We can act as consultants in all areas referenced above or we can work with you in one of the aspects referenced above.
The Interior Design Process
Execution of project begins after the client in presented with the concept. The execution proceeds in Phases.
Phase 1 Concept Development
Phase 2 Finalize all schemes and decorative treatment Prepare design drawings needed for custom furniture and any interior architectural details. Submit final drawings to various contractors necessary to interpret our design concept. Finalize and prepare specification of all approved selection. Prepare budget costs. Design Firm to consult with architect or other professionals in connection with project if necessary.
Phase 3 During Progress of work we review all working drawings, specifications, and finished schedules submitted by contractor to ensure adherence to our design. Approve all materials, finishes, and color samples submitted by contractors. Supervise all decorative work in field. Inspect all installations at job site.
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