Longboat Key had quite the bachelorette party and All Things Design made it happen!
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Oh Baby! Baby! Our 2 Newest Nurseries!
Summer time brings new life to my spirit! Longer days, more sunshine and a little bit slower pace. Not to say that we aren’t super busy, but it’s just not “season” In Sarasota right now which means less people and less traffic! But that has allowed us some extra time to spend with our expecting friends! And that’s always fun to me! I am excited watch these two sweet friends welcome their babies into the world….and any day now. Have no fear, they are ready! And here’s a sneak peak into…
Cricut Explore, Uh, yes Please!
Ok so I am officially obsessed and my mind is getting overwhelmed with ideas of what I can make with this thing! Do you have one of these Cricut Cutters? If you do, then you must know what I am experiencing! It’s like a just ate a Creative Smoothie full of colors, and textures and ideas, oh my! What am I going to make first? I am prepping for a bachelorette party in a few weeks so I guess I should start there! I just ordered some stemless white wine glasses,…
3 Of Our Favorite Blue Consoles
Are you looking for a new console for your living room or dining room? We picked out 5 of our favorites for you to see! Our selection comes from Jonathan Charles, John Richard Collection and Century Furniture. Feel free to drop us a line and get more information about any of these pieces. We will be happy to send you a quote! Jonathan Charles Antique Blue Oak Buffet with 11 Drawers – This gorgeous pieces is 78″ x 22″ x 38.5″ and will fit nicely into a dining room or living…
So you think you need an Interior Designer?
Here’s Four VERY Good Reasons Why You Should Hire an Interior Designer Over the last 12 years designing insanely cool spaces, we have continuously run into this question: “Why should I hire an interior designer?” Armed with the ability to order online, and an endless amount of decorating advice, it’s no wonder homeowners question the value. At the risk of shameless self-promotion, we wanted to share with you a few reasons why hiring an interior designer is quite possibly the smartest thing you can do to: Save money Save time (hundreds of research…
Four ways to make it look expensive…without breaking the bank!
THREE IS THE MAGIC NUMBER The famous designer, Eisen swears by a triptych to instantly up any room’s wow factor. The trio of paneled art, which has been rising in popularity in recent years, can set you back a pretty penny. But you can make your own! Rather than commission a custom piece, Eisen downloaded free art from the web, printed an extra large image at a local printer, and cut the image into three parts to fit into Ikea frames. CREATE AN ILLUSION Big rugs create weight and make…
What’s the latest? The 7 big trends of 2014
1. Black is the New Gray Black is back baby…50 shades is no longer up for discussions. We are seeing black walls, black furniture and black fabrics. We’re even seeing people paint the outside of their house black as a way to modernize an older home. Smarter Homes, Smaller Systems Previously, “smart home” options were limited to a single system that ran the whole house, but today homeowners use their smartphones to control a variety of independent systems throughout the home. From lighting to locks to appliances, smaller systems are easier…
Pantone 2014 Color of the Year – Radiant Orchid
Design Tips from your Sarasota Interior Designer at All Things Design Contributing Writer: Keffie Lancaster, Associate ASID I must admit I am a little biased in this year’s Pantone color of the year selection…Radiant Orchid! It’s been one of my favorites since I was a little girl. Shades of pinks and purples and all of the glorious variations can make for colors you either love or hate! Hopefully you will find a way to let this awesome orchid color shine into your heart and into your home! This color is sure…
All in the details!
Design Tips from you Local Sarasota Interior Designer Contributing Writers: Keffie Lancaster, Associate ASID One of the main reasons people seek out an interior designers is to help them take their great ideas and make them happen. Interior designers are trained to focus on pulling trends & ideas together, as well as perfecting the details. Paint colors, wood paneling and accessories have subtle nuances that can make the space go from “very pretty” to “wow knock our socks off”! Follow some of these examples to make your space achieve that…
REpurposed, recylced and reused…
What’s better than finding a hidden gem furniture piece? Finding a completely unique and improved way to use it in your home or space! Re-purposing is without a doubt on trend right now and is a perfect way to keep some of your favorite pieces around by simply giving them a mini makeover. Re-purposed projects can be big or small, ranging from turning an old suitcase into a cozy new dog bed, or creating an eye-catching focal wall of shelving from old tables, the possibilities are endless! There are tons of…
Light Here, Light Now!
Whenever trends are discussed, color is always part of the conversation. Mostly because a new fresh finish can dramatically update an outdated look. Just like a fresh coat of paint brightens up a room, even when nothing else is changes, plating and powder coating products can shake things up a bit! A simple change in material, from crystal to wood let’s say, can modify the aura that is cast from your favorite light source. After a recent visit in April to the High Point Furniture Market, we are able to spot…
Oh So Ombré!
The “ombré” trend has without a doubt taken the world by storm within the last year and is proving to be the trend that just won’t quit! What started as a hair style phenomenon is quickly planting its seeds in the fashion, beauty, and décor industries leaving consumers begging for more. The Ombré or “dip-dye” design creates a color gradient which shows color progression from lightest to darkest, or vice versa, pairing similar colors of the color wheel together to create a unique effect that is sure to be loved by…
