February 19, 2013

What A Difference Rearranging Makes

Before you get ready to purchase new furnishings or accessories, one thing to be sure of is that your your existing furniture is arranged correctly to begin with!

When we walked into this living room, it was evident that it was awkwardly arranged and crowded.  Traffic flow was difficult, and the seating was too spread out to be comfortable for a conversation.  By moving the piano to the left wall, it opened up the back wall for the conversation area and created a welcoming room.

February 5, 2013

Project Highlight – French Country Meets Casual Elegance – Part 2

Even though we are interior designers, we design many exterior spaces as well. When building a home there are plenty of considerations to keep in mind – position on the lot, orientation to the view, sunlight patterns, existing trees, and function of the outdoor spaces. Outdoor living areas can be some of the most frequented areas of a home, and are crucial to creating a place where the owners can relax and unwind.

Overlooking the Saluda River, this outdoor space feels like a living room because of the stone fireplace, custom shutters, and rug.

January 31, 2013

Is It Real…Or Is It a Magazine?

We all have our favorites: Veranda, House Beautiful, Traditional Home.  That gift to myself that arrives once a month.  I can’t wait to curl up with my coffee and pour over every photo.  Perfect rooms full of beautiful things, owned by (we can only assume) beautiful people.