Tricks of the Trade: Proportion and Balance in Design
Good design starts with the fundamentals of proportion and balance. Without these, even the most expensive furnishings will fall flat.
Tricks of the Trade: Amp Up Tired Design
When you combine the talents of one of Chicago’s up-and-coming design stars with the vibe of a former creative in LA’s film and music industries, you are bound to see chic, hip and timeless interiors.
Tricks of the Trade: How to Blend Decorating Styles
Sticking to any single style can be predictable and boring.
Tricks of the Trade: Designing an Outdoor Room
Good design can literally go out the door. With some careful planning, expert advice and the right materials, you can create an outdoor room that’s stylish and comfortable. Have a plan Just as you need a plan for your interior design, likewise think before you execute outdoors. Consider the big picture. Explains Anne Flannery, owner […]
Tricks of the Trade: The Power of Paint
Paint is one of the cheapest ways to make a big design impact in your home. It’s also one of the easiest to mess up. Interior design experts and self-proclaimed paintaholics Julia Buckingham Edelmann of Buckingham Interiors + Design and Julie Fleps of Fleps Designs give us their thoughts on the power of paint. […]
