The DesignFolly Slipcover Fabric Collection

Bright colors are the hallmark of The Designfolly Fabric Collection designed by Kerry Ann Dame. The woven patterns evoke some of the many places she's been fortunate enough to visit - France, Italy, Fiji, England, Australia, California. Perfect for any lived-in home - beach house, resort, or traditional. The line is made in North and South Carolina, and includes recycled cotton fibers.

Tips for Decorating Resort Rental Property

Beachfront income properties have their own particular set of concerns when it comes to interior design.  Condo packages may meet budget goals, but often contain inferior quality pieces that don’t last.   Vacation renters inflict heavy use; they track in sand, walk on carpets dripping wet, sit on furniture in wet bathing suits, and set drinks everywhere. Sofa cushions fade quickly from pool chlorine and dining chairs are spotted and stained; and it seems like the kids use the curtain rods for monkey bars! The sensible owner will make planned purchases [...]

Formal dining room in British colonial style - exotic toile, flowers and mahogany.

True British Colonial Style

"British colonial style" has become popular in recent years. Mahogany "campaign" furniture, bamboo and rattan, wicker and leather, and design elements such as monkeys, palm trees, and ticking stripes have invaded our homes. But what does "British colonial style" really mean? Where and when did it orginate?