The business of interior design can be exciting, especially when we assist with a major remodel, or make design decisions to furnish an entire large home. However, much of what we do on an everyday basis involves smaller projects.
Category: Articles by Kerry Ann Dame
High Point Market Trends: April 2010
High Point Market is the place to view the latest trends in home furnishings and fabrics. New colors are introduced, influenced by trends in fashion, film and pop culture. Twice a year we march the halls and visit hundreds of showrooms to see what’s happening in the industry. It’s not just the latest designs and colors we’re after; new manufacturing techniques and materials constantly change, and we are constantly learning and seeking improved products for our clients. This spring it’s all about nature; reclaimed woods and unusual materials dominate the [...]
Furniture Shopping – The Elusive “Perfect Chair”
We ladies have all had that dreaded conversation at one time or another. We try to avoid it, but it keeps rearing its ugly, overstuffed head. The Recliner. Imagine an English style club chair with mahogany feet and casters, or an Art Deco recliner in bomber-brown leather - in other words, a recliner that will be a decorative feature in the room, instead of an eyesore.
Ikat Fabrics, Ancient and Modern
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
How to Decorate with Pillows – An Easy Home Makeover!
Beautiful pillows are a necessity for the fabric connoisseur. For a designer look, un-decorate your prepackaged room with throw pillows