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by webmaster on February 25, 2009

POSH LIVING is a full-service design shop in Surfside Beach, South Carolina.

  • We work closely with our clients to create dream homes from concept to completion.
  • Our one-stop shopping means less stress for you, and a more cohesive, quality result.
  • Our relaxing showroom features an extensive selection of products.
  • Our Workroom Services mean that everything is taken care of, including fabrication and installation.

Whether you are building a new home from scratch, furnishing a resort home, or breathing new life into an existing home, you need look no further than Posh Living. We specialize in homes that are warm, personal, and stylish.  The Posh philosophy of Substance & Style keeps in mind quality, practicality and sustainability.

  • We are proud to feature natural flooring, recycled products and American made furniture in our store.
  • Sourcing locally and focusing on sustainable, fair trade goods has been a key part of our design philosophy for as long as we can remember – it just makes sense.
  • We are the only workroom in coastal South Carolina that makes true custom slipcovers.
  • We are the only design firm in the area with our own workroom; if you can dream it, we can create it.
  • Our fabric shop focuses on the classics – cotton, linen and silk, with bolt goods in stock and the area’s largest sample library.

Owners and Designers Layla Altman and Kerry Ann Dame  both love to travel and have been engaged in a variety of projects from South Carolina to Virginia; and in Atlanta, Los Angeles, and even Toronto, Canada.

We hope you’ll take some time to read about our products and services shown at right.

Expand your knowledge of design by reading our blog articles. The most recent are below, and there are more in our searchable archive.

You can see pictures of our work all over this site. Click on the images in the Flickr widget, on our Portfolio page, or see the pictures throughout the articles. Unless otherwise noted, all photos are by us, of our work.

See our Product Links page for links to companies whose products we carry. Search for product by clicking a link, and we’ll be more than happy to place an order for you.

Thanks for visiting, and we hope to see you in the shop soon!

Have a question? Just click here to ask us by email!

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WE LADIES have all had that dreaded conversation at one time or another. You know what we’re talking about. We try to avoid it, but it keeps rearing its ugly, overstuffed head. The Recliner. The Man Chair. Nearly every home has one, and nearly every couple has had the same argument: It’s ugly! It’s comfortable! But I hate looking at it! But everything else in the house looks nice, can’t we have just one comfortable chair?

The debate rages on, and it’s something we at Posh Living face in nearly every home we design. Some of the newer solutions save space, but we all know that Queen Anne wing chair isn’t fooling anyone, and those modern Swedish recliners are just so, well, modern and Swedish. Unless you’re living the eclectic loft lifestyle, they stick out like a sore thumb.

What to do? As designers, we specialize in problem-solving and finding just the right furnishings for each client. [click to continue…]

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The ABC’s of Holiday Style

by webmaster on December 13, 2009

HOLIDAY GIFT-GIVING doesn’t have to be ho-hum. Break out of your mall malaise – think beyond sweaters and cologne, and consider your loved one’s lifestyle.

Tropical Sunrise Oil PaintingA is for Art – A great gift for couples to give each other.

B is for Botanicals – Shells and Flowers on fabric, or scents for the home.

C is for Candles – So many chic designs, and such pretty packaging, a quick and easy gift. [click to continue…]

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Why Antiques?

by Kerry Ann Dame on September 29, 2009

French CupboardINTERIOR DESIGNERS are fond of antiques; we often collect them ourselves, and are quick to recommend them to clients. Some of our clients love the idea. Mention antiques to some, however, and they cringe, recalling dusty, depressing, cluttered houses of days gone by. What is the reason for a designer’s obsession with incorporating antiques into a home? The answer has to do not only with style, but with substance, history and roots.

Interior designers and decorators have been seeking antique and vintage furnishings [click to continue…]

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Color As Therapy For Your Home

August 29, 2009

Our reaction to color is almost instantaneous and has a profound impact on the choices we make every day. A harmoniously balanced room can have a positive impact on an individual’s emotional and physical well-being.

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Ikat Fabrics, Ancient and Modern

August 10, 2009

Antique Ikat robes and Ikat fragments are coveted by textile collectors and designers, and add a touch of the exotic to interiors both traditional and modern

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Furniture and Pets: Love living with your Pet

July 16, 2009

SO MANY OF US pet owners consider our pets a family member. And they typically are treated as such. We give them treats and toys and so much love. They romp around the house and take naps on their favorite piece of furniture. They express how much they’ve missed us by the wagging their tails [...]

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Give Your Home a Summer Decorating Makeover

June 17, 2009

Summer is here, and with it a whirlwind of fun outdoor activities, but that doesn’t mean your decor has to suffer. With guests arriving, you may feel your interior could use a little brightening up. Here are some budget-friendly tips to help: Paint an accent wall a bright color – current colors are deep [...]

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10 Steps to a Healthier Home Environment

May 24, 2009

Indoor air is three times more polluted than outdoor air, and according to the EPA, is considered one of the top 5 hazards to human health. Take steps to improve air quality and freshen the air in your home by introducing live plants such as ivy, spider plants and peace lily. All have the natural quality of absorbing formaldehyde and other unhealthy chemicals.

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How to Design with Pillows

March 24, 2009

Beautiful pillows are a necessity for the fabric connoisseur. For a designer look, un-decorate your prepackaged room with throw pillows

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