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How to Mix and Match Appliance Finishes

How to Mix and Match Appliance Finishes

Whether you're looking to update a powder room or completely overhaul your kitchen, there are many new plumbing and appliance finish options for all of your needs. GE has introduced "Slate" as an appliance finish. A

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Simply White Chosen as 2016 Interior Color by Benjamin Moore

What Trends You Can Expect to See in 2016

February 1, 2016  |  color trends, interior design, trends

The biggest interior design trend is that according to color leader, Benjamin Moore, the interior color of 2016 is Simply White. Similar to last year, white is all the rage and never out of style. However, with calmer

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How to Design a Gallery Wall in Your Home

Are you accumulating a large pile of children’s artwork? Do you have an assortment of old family photos or letters? Have you acquired a collection of interesting maps, mirrors, or artwork?  Creating a gallery

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Simple Ways to Bring the Outdoors In

Humans have a natural biological connection with nature. Crackling fires captivate us and a garden view can enhance our creativity. Strolling through the park can have a restorative, healing effect. With the fall

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Fall Trends - Mixed Metallics

The Key to Mixing Metallics

Brass and chrome can be used side by side.  So can silver and gold.  Brushed nickel, oil rubbed bronze, and pewter can, too.  The key is balance.  Much like mixing patterns, mixing metallics allows

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Tom Filicia, Amy Youngblood Schuermann, Ann Linck in High Point, North Carolina

A Successful Trip to Spring Market!

May 27, 2014  |  high point, interior design, trends

Myself and Senior designer Ann Linck had an educational and inspirational trip to this Spring's Market in High Point, North Carolina.   The residential furniture mecca of the world,  High Point always proves

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