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In the most basic sense, the difference between vintage and antique furniture is it’s age. Antique furniture is any piece that is at least over 100 years old while vintage furniture can be considered pieces that were made as early as the year 2000! Does that blow anyone else’s mind or just ours? …
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Chairs are the most common, ubiquitous piece of furniture in modern society. They are incredibly versatile, simultaneously beautiful and utilitarian, can be swapped out or moved around in a pinch and oftentimes can be the singular item that completely pulls a room together. But even something as …
Trying to achieve the perfect balance of form and function in interiors is challenging as both the larger design and the smaller details are imperative when creating a space. Whether you have a natural eye for design, have no idea what you’re doing, are a seasoned professional or just enjoy dabbling …
Happy Earth Day, everyone! Transforming a home into a sanctuary for your clients requires healthy and thoughtful choices. As interior designers and creators we have an opportunity to play a big part in helping the environment. Earth Day is a great reminder to be mindful with designing and decorating …
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The sun is shining, birds are chirping, bees are buzzing and flowers are blooming - spring is truly in the air here in Texas! Celebrate the ending of winter and perfect 70 degree patio weather by giving your home a spring makeover! New colors, houseplants and accessories are just a few of the items …
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1) Thorny Plants Greenery in the home is a trend that isn’t going anywhere soon, especially amongst millennials. Plants have been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, can lower your blood pressure and clean the air inside your home. Thorny plants like cactus and other sharp or jagged plants, are …
Environmentally conscious interior design is seeing a huge surge in growth as more and more people demand the products they purchase be sustainably, responsibly and ethically produced. We’ve put together this quick guide to sustainable furniture building materials to help you make better-informed …
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Just because Valentine’s Day is passed doesn’t mean romance has to go out the door! We’ve compiled a few ideas to spruce up and spice up your home so that it cultivates and encourages romance. Let’s get straight to the heart of the matter and inject some romance into your home. Showing your home …
We're skipping the formality of an introductory paragraph and jumping straight into the good stuff! Schumacher F. Schumacher & Co. is a fifth generation business and the only supplier of decorative textiles from the 19th century still privately owned and managed by direct …
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In our last blog (click here to read) we discussed a few of the major design trends and colors we’ll be seeing a lot of in the new year and we thought we’d elaborate on that and discuss fabrics to incorporate in your home this year! Let’s jump right in! Trending Colors Ultimate Gray, …
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Furniture Trends As one might expect from the trending designs for the new year, a return to vintage, upcycled and refinished furniture lies ahead. Led by the millennial generation and driven by nostalgia, cost-effectiveness and concern for the environment, buying second hand, refinishing …
2020 was the year we all stayed home, and for a lot of us, we realized there were quite a few things about our home that weren’t working or were just plain ugly. The pandemic over the past year has changed the way we view our homes and shaped not only what we want out of them, but what we need. 2021 …
If you’re looking to start flipping furniture for some extra cash or just in the market for new furniture for your home, make sure you know how to spot high-quality pieces that will last. There is nothing inherently wrong with less expensive furniture - it’s budget friendly, readily available at …
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Please be advised, when purchasing furniture it is best to ask for specific care and cleaning instructions direct from the manufacturer. Wood furniture is transcendent amongst all design styles, making appearances in farmhouse, industrial, Scandinavian or contemporary design. A well made piece …
Hey all you cool ghouls and goblins! This whole week on our Instagram we’ve been sharing some of our favorite interior spaces that feature seductive blacks and sultry darks to get you in the Halloween spirit. We thought we’d extend on that idea and give you some of our best tips on how to use black …
There is virtually an endless amount of options out there when it comes to furniture selections, and making up your mind can be quite challenging. If you don’t know where to start or are lost in the couch surfing sea, don’t worry, we’re here with a rescue boat equipped with seven tips to help you …
When you think of Fall, Texas might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but that doesn’t mean we can’t throw some cozy blankets on our bed, take your harvest throw pillows out of the attic, put a pumpkin or two or twenty by your front door, turn on the football game (or a sappy Lifetime …
Did you all know rearranging furniture helps cultivate creativity and elevate your mood when you’re feeling a bit in a rut? According to Psychology Today, “As you rearrange your personal space, you hone your aesthetic and identify what you truly love, want, or need.” Luckily interior designers have …
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People often use the terms contemporary and modern interchangeably, and while they do share some overlapping elements they are in fact quite different terms. You might be thinking to yourself, “Potayto, Potahto” but the distinction between terms is important to make clear if you’re a client working …
She’s got legs, and she knows how to use them! ZZ Top made those lines famous in 1983 but in 2020 we’re talking about the legs of dining room tables of course! Everyone always focuses on the table top, and while that is the most seen and used part of the table, the legs are what most easily …
