Set the bar high for quality, as opposed to cramming in as many things as possible within your budget. Thoughtful design and solid craftsmanship are what give a home its soul. -- Nicholas S.G. Stern, New York contractor on his advice to renovators (Elle Decor, September 2012)
Read PostThe best advice I can give is to use as few colors as possible. Try to calm it down. -- Donald Kaufman, renowned colorist (Elle Decor, September 2012). I interpret Donald's advice as a cautionary word against disrupting the flow through an interior space with abrupt color changes. I completely agree ... …
Read PostI love all soft colors. But with color, I never say never, because as soon as I say that, I find that I'm using that color and loving it. It's important to have an open mind when it comes to color! -- Phoebe Howard (quoted in House Beautiful, September 2012) I adore …
Read PostRooms can have a clean, fresh, modern sensibility but still have traditional elements that let your mind wander through history. Where you live doesn't have to look like Grandma's house. -- Arie L. Kopelman, former president of Chanel Inc. (Architectural Digest, July 2012) You should visit Architectural Digest online to see photos …
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2935 Providence Road, Suite 202
Charlotte, North Carolina
28211
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