So you want to hire a decorator

Many people think that working with a decorator is out of their reach financially  or that the results of the pairing would create a space that wasn't personal.  Neither of these beliefs are true if  homeowners  matche their  needs with the right decorator's skill set.   Professional decorators usually hold a set of  basic beliefs about designing spaces that support  their interactions with clients.   For example I believe:  everyone deserves a beautiful space ....  Margaret Ryall  interesting and inviting interiors can...

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How do you like your blue?

source I spend part of every year living on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean in a small community in Newfoundland.  Being in such close proximity to the sea influences my colour interests.  It is no surprise that I like watery blue greens. These combinations show up in both of my homes and even in my art work.      Margaret Ryall, Slow Drift (2012)  6x8 in.  encaustic monotype on board  Lisa SherryWhen you mix spring greens and  watery blues the result is always  fresh and lively. There are lots of patterns and textures in this room and the use of...

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Is coral an 80's colour?

 Colour is the least expensive change you can make to your space and still have huge impact.   Certain colours often get a bad reputation because they were overly popular at a certain period.  No colours get more ridicule than the salmons, corals  and peaches because they were everywhere is the mid 80's.  But don't let that stop you from using them. It's all in the pairings.  These designs are timely and inviting.   What do you think? Salmony orange  with charcoal gray can be extremely elegant and contemporary.  Many Turkish rugs use salmon as...

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2013 decor trends with staying power

Here are predictions for 2013 that should  have some staying power.....Geometric patterning Really, geometric patterning has never  gone out of style; it has periods of resurgence and 2012-13 seems to be one of those periods.sourcesourcePantone's colour of t he year 2013 (Emerald) in a  geometric trellis pattern  with a botanical motif on cushions.  I've always loved the look of florals and other nature inspired themes  with geometrics.What is fresher than white and green?Nature motifs Naural elements run the gamut from  flora or fauna to stones and seashells. ...

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