Whether you are lucky enough to have built-in bookcases, or you just have a few floating shelves, shelving is a great way to display accessories, art, and other treasures that are meaningful to you. We love Pinterest and use it for inspiration and mood boards, but if you search “shelfie inspiration” on Pinterest you get… …
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How to navigate popular design trends as they come and go. Unless you have been living under a rock or off the grid for the last few years, you have most definitely heard of Modern Farmhouse. You might associate the explosion of its popularity with Chip and Joanna Gaines’ show, Fixer Upper, but the foundation …
If you are like many homeowners, this last year has given you a case of “renovation fever.” With most of us spending most of our time at home, we can’t help but notice all the things that we’ve always wanted to change and update. There seems to be no end to our project list. However, …
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Check out the recent Redfin articles Allison Smith Design was featured in: Experts Reveal How to Tackle a Guest Bathroom Remodel like a Pro and Interior Design Rules of Thumb You Should Stick By. There’s no better place in your home to be bold and daring with design than in the guest bathroom. And not …
Imagine you are scrolling through Instagram, coveting all the beautiful room photos by the interior designers you follow. You might be wondering: where do they find all these amazing pieces of art, furniture, and accessories? How can I find such unique things for myself? [enjoyinstagram_mb] There is a good chance that many of these goods …
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We all have design elements that we naturally gravitate to, but have you ever really thought about why? Each design style has different shapes, layers, textures, colors and other elements that help to define it. In this Facebook Live, Allison broke down four of the most popular interior design styles for us: Traditional, Transitional, Modern …
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Color says so much about the mood of everything that happens in design. Whether the space is commercial or residential, color sets the tone. For new construction projects, the color palette starts when you are specifying the hard materials in the design. For projects where you are working around existing hardscapes like cabinetry or tile …
Since we have all been spending more time at home, maybe you’ve noticed some areas in your home you would like to update. We’ve been thinking of ways we can still help you… from a safe distance! Our new virtual design service is designed to help you address those problem areas in your home with …
Interior Design Year in Review: 2019 Take a look back at some of our interior design highlights from 2019. Dunthorpe Right off the bat we knew 2019 was going to be a year of major changes for Allison and her design team. Allison moved into a beautiful home in Dunthorpe so that the interior design …
‘Tis the season to set the table The holiday season brings together family, friends, and the warmth of tradition. One of the biggest traditions for us is setting the table for each gathering. We draw inspiration from the season and the holiday. It’s our way of expressing ourselves while showing those that share the meal …
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