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I’m still coming down from the high of High Point Furniture Market in High Point, NC. Nothing gets me going quite like the razzle dazzle of this divine, design destination. While at Market I noticed several new trends that I have my own— wait for it— opinions on. Instead of…
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Elements Newsletter, Interiors, Trends
April 21, 2011
When I tell clients that Americana is emerging as a HOT new trend I always here, “Oh no, not geese and ducks again!” Instead of American Country, which was so popular in the 80’s, it is called Americana. Americana design focuses on primitive woodwork, simple forms and reclaimed woods. It…
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Elements Newsletter, Interiors, Trends
February 20, 2011
Once limited to more tropical areas of the world, outdoor rooms are more and more popular throughout all climate types. Outdoor furniture manufacturers and fabric houses are making amazing progress with finish techniques that make all-weather furniture look and feel more like interior furniture. There are some things to consider…
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Elements Newsletter, Interiors, Trends
February 6, 2011
With every passing month, and with every new design periodical, it is more and more apparent that Country French is dead, and a more modern interior design style is thriving. Don’t get me wrong, I love layering multiple textures and patterns to get a cozy, charming room. However, there are…
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December 14, 2010
One small change can make a huge impact! If you haven’t been paying attention to current interior design trends (and if you haven’t, you should be), you may not have noticed a MAJOR trend. It’s called Flamant design, after the famous Belgian furniture company. They have pioneered a modern/vintage look…
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Elements Newsletter, Interiors, Trends
September 10, 2010
If you spend any time reading shelter magazines, you have noticed the resurgence of wallcoverings. Almost every room photographed has wallcovering in it. Whether it’s paper or fabric, interior designers are using more patterns on the walls of some of America’s most beautiful homes. Wallcovering has been around since before…
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