The end of summer can be a bummer, but never fear pumpkin spice lattes and cozy throws are here! It’s time to introduce a snuggly makeover to your casa. Adding decor upgrades such as accent pillows, metal art and area rugs can tie in the new season seamlessly. Accent pillows come in all shapes and sizes, plus the color options are endless. Not to mention tossing a few accent pillows on the couch in the living room or in the master bedroom will compliment the furniture and/or fabric color(s), and add a dash of comfy cozy chic to the fall season.
If you have mastered finding the perfect pillows, then finding metal art will be a breeze. Art can be warm and cozy or vibrant and cool, equally important metal art such as sculptures have mixed designs with multiple metal elements like copper, nickel, brass and gold. Mixing metal art decor will compliment the change in the season like the color variation in the leaves.
Given these points you can create your own funky artistic vibes to match your inner interior designer. Once your metal art selections are in place then all thats left is to find an area rug to complete the new look. Bold textures like wool, plush and fury area rugs will make the new season come to light. To be mentioned last is choosing a color and texture like rust or teal wool that will turn your home into a warm, comfy, relaxing space. A wool area rug in any color will change how you feel about summers sudden end. Just add a few candles as well as blanket, and wallah you’re walking into fall the right way.
If you’re new to the resimercial trend, it may, at first seem like a fictional concept. However, with its
growing success, interior designers are utilizing this very real “blended” trend to revitalize shared spaces in corporate offices. The emergence of resimerical designs stem from an evolving work force wherein diverse groups of employees spend additional time
at their offices beyond the traditional eight hour work day.
The concept includes blending what were two distinct design areas, residential and commerical, together cohesively
to create a comfortable and collaborative space wherein employees can congregate and thrive. It includes deviating from the common white (and often sterile feel) of traditional office spaces to introducing softer, cozier residential elements. Resimericial
designs seek to create clean, efficient and organized common areas that are also relaxing and inviting.
Although there is by no means a uniform approach to achieve this, there are some common elements to creating
a resimerical office space. Having a more open floor plan instead of divisional work spaces is one element. Utilizing wood as common material in your space is another. It brings a more rustic and homier feel to a space as opposed to the traditional use of
metals and plastics in office spaces. Darker-colored hardwood floors, tables, and chairs can also contribute to the design and bring contrast.
The goal is to incorporate residential decor, yet creating true resimerical spaces are a bit more involved
than just transplanting home decor to the office. Vibrant area rugs and brightly colored throw pillows are often present in resimerical spaces to contrast the typical white office walls. Modern multi-person seating with soft cushioning encourages collaboration
and gathering. The seating furniture in resimerical designs should also be comprised of durable materials since it will need to survive consistent use (beyond that of a home) yet be comfortable. Finally, including bold or textured art work and large potted
plants can contribute to your resimercial design.
Rollers as Resimercial Essentials
The successful in implementation of resimercial design to your office space means you probably have a collaborative,
open space with plenty of natural lighting, comfortable seating, and vibrant bright colors. It is probably a space that is both professianal and cozy. However, to ensure that people enjoy spending time in this space without feeling like fish in a fish bowl,
you’ll probably need to make a decision regarding covering the windows. If your space requires privacy, you’ll need to address that without darkening or closing in the space. In the event that you do not require privacy, you may still want to soften the effects
of the sun so that people can work comfortably on their electronic devices. Roller shades, with their versatility, present the perfect window treatment solution to any resimercial space.
Traditionally, when covering office windows, aluminum mini blinds or vinyl vertical blinds were the common choices. These were useful in that they were relatively inexpensive, very durable, and could cover larger windows. However, these blinds contributed to the now old-fashioned sterile and institutional office atmosphere left spaces void of design. In an effort to soften up office spaces emerged the resimercial design approach.
Roller shades are consistent with this approach in both design and in function. Functionally, roller shades are user friendly as they simply go up and down whether they’re cordless, with a cord, or motorized. There are no slats to bend, break, or tilt. Most roller shades have valances that cover the hardware and roll. Their seamless design brings a modern, sleek and clean addition to any room. However, it is really the abundance of fabric options that really make roller shades essential to any resimercial design. If you haven’t added any artwork to the space, perhaps select a bold pattern to cover the window. If you have a lot of design elements already in the space, a simple roller shade in a linen-like fabric may suffice as it will add a little texture and be simple but not plain. Finally, if you’re attempting to keep the view, select a sun-weave material that will reduce sun glare but still be sheer. They are available in wide range of colors and prints and contribute to the openness of the resimercial space.
With September here and Labor Day behind us, we’re
officially started into the fall season. Its time where work and school pick up
again, and we move away from the lazy days of summer. While we’re getting back
into our routines and potentially a more challenging workload, it can be a
great time for a refresh as we enter this new season.
I love the fall. The air has a crisp feel and the
smell of the autumn outdoors gives me a happy feeling. If your family is like
mine, for much of the summer we have the windows closed and the air
conditioning on because its just too hot and humid. Now that fall is here, I
love opening the windows to let the cool air circulate and refresh the house
naturally. Thinking about window treatments even though I enjoy the open look
in the living room. I highly recommend woven shades. They work great with
giving me the cottage and warm feeling when enjoying my hot cocoa and my fire
place in the fall. Woven shades not only
serve the purpose for the fall but they are also great window treatments for
all seasons, for all styles and for all rooms. With a rich selection of dark
earth tones to white, bone and gray, the weaves are visually striking. Woven shades can be versatile even when you
combine with fabric drapery or drapery panels. Woven wood shades come in a
variety of styles from roman shades to panel tracks. If you need privacy, you
can choose a blackout liner or light filtering liner and all kinds options to
bring more character to your woven shade. The liner can extend the life of your
shade, prevent fading and reduce energy cost.
For the finishing touch your new woven shades, you can frame these
shades with edge bonding in a bold color to contrast or a subtle look.
Holiday decorating can help make the season more
special and get your guest into the spirit of the seasons changing. You can enjoy the season without stressing
about perfection and still be able to look out your windows to watch the leaves
fall and soon the snow falling off the branches.
Whether a screened in porch, a condo balcony, or small patio deck, outdoor spaces can provide a relaxing space to unwind and enjoy the weather. However, because these spaces require considerations that inside the home do not, decorating them can seem overwhelming. Here are some tips that will have your outdoor space looking top notch in no time:
Furniture is an essential element to creating an enjoyable outdoor space. Before purchasing any seating or tables, take measurements of your space. This will provide tremendous assistance in choosing what type of furniture. For instance, if you have a condo balcony, you may not have the space for a full loveseat or table. Instead, a café style table and chairs may be more appropriate. Conversely, if you have a sizeable screened in porch, a full patio set complete with side tables, love seats and oversized chairs may fill in the space nicely. And, for a small patio deck, you may consider more creative furnishings such as a hammock. Be sure to find furniture made from materials (like wicker and vinyl) that will hold up in various weather and that can be easily cleaned if need be.
Another consideration is how to manage your exposure to the elements when enjoying your outdoor space. Whether you are reading or enjoying a cold beverage, the sun can impact your comfort level. If you have windows with glass in your space, consider tinting the windows. More commonly though, these outdoor spaces are just screened in without any glass or actual windows. If this is your situation, consider sunweaves or solar shades for your porch. They will reduce sunlight without blocking your view. They also come on simple roller shades and can easily fit under roofing structure. Although some of them may require you to roll them up when it is raining or extremely windy, most are made of materials that can withstand exposure to moisture. Basic awnings that can easily be affixed (and removed from) a wall are another option for small patios or balconies. Finally, beware of wooden or metallic materials to help reduce the sunlight; these materials do not hold up well outside the home.
Other décor ideas for outdoor spaces include adding plants, lights, wind chimes and bird boxes. Adding plants can really spruce up an outdoor space. If you have a smaller space like a balcony or deck, consider hanging plants over potted ones in order to best utilize your limited space. However, if you have a larger room, than potted plants can be beautiful additions. Hanging lights, whether on vines or independent bulbs, can be away to brighten up your space for those lovely summer and fall evenings.
Summertime can be fun but also be very hot, yikes! If you’re trying to cool down the indoor patio a great way to do so would be to add wood blinds. Wood blinds help to keep the room cool, as well as complement any décor that you have. Once you find your feng shui, your new wood blinds will fall into its rightful place.
On the same side of this equation adding natural wood blinds will bring nature to your home instantly. With different finishes such as golden oak, walnut and maple, along with other selections will add style and color; while the wood blinds insulation technology helps to keep heat out. Amazing right! Hey don’t worry when it start to get a little breezy out the insulation in the wood blinds work its magic again, and will help to keep the porch cozy and warm.
That’s the beauty of nature, the benefits of wood blinds are great; and the best part is that you will see that regardless of the decor in your home. Wood blinds will bring log cabin inspiration to reality, and all you need is a little imagination to make it happen.
When the temperatures rise during the summer months, barbecues and get togethers at your home are a must. With that in mind, it’s time to start thinking and planning your outdoor summer decor. Outdoor summer decor ideas are a great way to help you make the most of your space throughout the summer months, helping your garden or patio to become welcoming places , where you can spend time with your friends and family enjoying your time together.
Summer is a time for bright and fun colors that may not fit with your decor the rest of the year. Bright colors allow for an inviting and fun space in which everyone enjoy themselves and feels welcomed. Some good combos of bright colors, such as turquoise, red, and white, create a festive atmosphere and will keep everyone in a party mind-set. All of this allows for a great reason to get fresh new pillows or area rugs featuring these colors. A new table runner or tablecloth will give any patio or garden and brand new appearance. Summer weather allows the opportunity to find new and fresh uses for formal serving pieces. A silver tray can hold glassware, a pitcher can be filled with a delicious summery cocktail, and a champagne bucket makes a great container for an herb plant.
Flowers are a very easy and fun way to celebrate the summer time season. The freshness and vibrant appearance is what defines summer. Using bright, summery colors in your home with freshly picked flowers make the biggest impact. Arrangements featuring warm colors such as bold oranges, radiant yellows, or vibrant pinks. Small clusters of bright color look cheery and make for the ultimate summertime vibe. Potted succulents are alos a perfect plant for an outdoor, summer gathering. Still offering the freshness and brightness in the form of a plant, while lasting longer and needing less attention.
Summer is an excuse for parties and get togethers, and the space should match this feeling. A fun summer space to share with friends and family doesn’t have to be over-complicated. Bright colors and repurposing of old items help give a fresh look to your patio. Flowers reinforce the bright colors while adding freshness and more life to your space.
Summer is in full swing. If you’re looking for ways to incorporate this favorite season into your space, consider some of the most popular summer décors.
Nautical– A nautical décor is a traditional decorating option to bring the spirit of summer into a space. Drawing upon the essence of being at sea, nautical décor includes anything relating to sailing. Common elements to nautical décor are the presence of certain colors and decorative items alluding to boats or the sea. White, navy and darker wooden colors can represent a nautical theme. Decorative items such as bleached wooden furniture and wall décor, oars, rope, sails, and other boating items can also contribute to your nautical theme. Wooden blinds or bamboo shades are great options for window treatments for spaces with this theme.
Tropical– Nothing screams summer more than a tropically themed décor. Tropical themed rooms allude to island living and therefore have beachy elements. To achieve this décor, plants and greenery are essential. Consider a bamboo plant, or other vine-like plants (hanging or potted) for your space. Bright, cheerful colors such as aqua, turquoise, coral, tangerine, and canary yellow can add a lightness to a space and therefore represent a tropical theme room. For your windows, consider solar shades or bamboo shades as they can aid in adding a natural element to the space.
Southwestern– Southwestern design is a popular option for summer décor as it represents designing with the desert in mind. Adding greenery such as cactus can be an easy option to decorate a southwestern themed space. Geometric shapes and patterns representative of Native American culture are essential to this décor. Rugs, pillows and blankets are typically utilized to incorporate this theme into a room. Finally, rust, red, blues, oranges, and golds are great paint options for walls in a southwestern décor.
While many people run inside to avoid the side effects that come with summer, decorating the inside of your home with summer in mind is a great idea. Freshening the look of your home based on the season is a great way to keep your decor from getting stale or boring, making every day bright and fun. Using bold colors to splashy prints, a few easy decor updates can make your home feel like a summer getaway. Plus, summer is the season for entertaining, bot inside and out.
Summer is the perfect time to try and incorporate floral prints into your decor. From rugs and shower curtains to throw pillows and curtains, it’s easy to add a pop of nature to any room in your house, without having to worry about watering and maintaining it. However if you feel inclined and able to take care of plants, this would also be a great idea to add to your home. Fresh flowers allow not only color but also the feeling of nature within the walls of your house.
In addition to floral print, adding bold textures to your home can also give the feeling of summer. Burlap and linen are popular choices for this , giving a beachy feel to any room, who wouldnt wanna feel like they’re at the beach even while in their own living room. Anything utilizing natural fibers , such as wicker, is another way to incorporate texture into your space. All of these elements make for a relaxed and casual feel. These days a room without color or texture is simply unheard of , regardless of the season.
No matter your decor style updating for the seasons is a great way to keep your decor in style. Swapping our a few elements can be a fast and easy way to make your home feel new and in line with the seasons. Summer is a great time to add different textures new colors or patterns. Any chance to add freshness and life such as plants are perfect for this time of year as well.
The sense or gustation, taste, can be tricky to incorporate into a home. No, this is not an open invitation to place a candy dish in every room. Taste can be the sense of ease into a home. It is the confirmation that the home works for the people who live there.
Taste comes into play when designing your home to entertain family and friends. Where to place a coffee table, food photography, or how to set up the entertaining area. Experiment as the seasons change and alternate the bowl of fruit or nuts.
Mind the comfort of eating in a home, not just the comfort food. Your tastebuds can be ignited with the right decorating. Just remember, there’s never a place for lickable wall paper!
Can you imagine a window treatment that could blend and
enhance any décor, provide an amazing insulation value, is child and pet safe,
plus will improve the value of your home? That perfect window treatment happens
to be interior shutters. Shutters are one of the top window treatment products
on the market today. Clean and elegant, these louvered shutters not look
amazing in the home, they also provide privacy, lower energy bills and protect
your belongings from fading from the sun. More and more homeowners are choosing
to add shutters to their home and with a multitude of customization options,
who can blame them!
First off, the basics if you’re unfamiliar with morview
shutters here’s what you need to know. Morview shutters are window treatments
that are permanently installed on your windows. Traditionally white louvers
that open and close to control how much of the outside world you let into your
space. You can pick between a 2 ½ inch louver to let less light in and provide
a busier look when they are closed, since they are smaller and there are more
of them. Whereas the 3 ½ options let more light in when opened. Some companies
have a tilt rod which is a vertical bar that runs down the center of the
shutter and this device operates the louvers. Morview shutters introduces the
tilt bar behind the panel doors so they are not exposed to the inside view of
the room. This new design gives you the advantage of seeing the total view of
the outside. There are also framing options when it comes to your shutters.
Some homeowners choose a standard frame which is called a shaker, while others
nay choose a more decorative frame which is called traditional to match the
space.
If you have grand proportion room and a big window to go
with it, make the window a focal point. Shutters are the number one choice for
style and practically. Unlike fabric window dressings like curtains, they’re
easy to maintain, suitable for kitchens, dining areas, living spaces, bedrooms
and bathrooms. White shutters are a classic color for a timelessly stylish
look. Shutters are an excellent choice when personalizing and enhancing your
home, giving you more time to sit back, relax and enjoy!
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