Ready for that room - or whole home makeover?

It's easy to dream about the home you'd create if only you'd have the time, and even if you are savvy and a talented decorator, sometime you still need help - or at least to partner with someone to help you keep on track and avoid mistakes that might have been avoided if you'd only had that second set of eyeballs checking dimensions or price tags.  Or, if you don't have the confidence to do it yourself, there are service out there to help you bring you ideas to fruition.

A lot of furniture stores offer complimentary design services, so remember to inquire if you make a purchase.

There are also many companies that will help you with the layout and design of your kitchen like Wren Living. Some of them will even install most of it for you!

There's also places like Wren's Living that will do every step with you. They help you plan, design, custom fit things in your space, install, and even go on to extend your care afterwards in case there are any mishaps. What ever company you go with, be sure to familiarize yourself with their warranty and guarantee information.

So if you aren't comfortable trying to figure out a space on our your own don't hesitate to ask for help! Sometimes having a designer there to walk you through things can make the process a lot smoother, and give you lots of little tips and tricks you wouldn't have thought of on your own.

Warm inspiration as it starts to get cold

Now that the weather is starting to cool, I've been thinking about unpacking our winter throws, accent pillows, and down comforters. One of my favorite winter comforts is my faux fur throw. It adds luxe, glamour, and coziness to my sofa.

the designer's attic

via Pinterest via themanofstyle.wordpress.com

Winter is also a great time to swap out cotton and canvas pillows for textured pillows.  Mixing up different textures like mongolian lamb or yarn always looks inviting.

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via Pinterest via Inspiration by Liz

Pack up the linens and sheers for heavier velvet or silk drapes.  Not only do they look gorgeous, they will actually help keep the chill out from the windows.

via Pinterest via moodboard.typepad.com

Obviously visually warming up your space isn't enough to keep your home warm...as much as I love the old look of traditional radiators in a home, there are some pretty cool modern ones I'd never seen before!

 

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I love that the one above doubles as a console as well! I would love to curl on the couch and read next that warm radiator! Some perks of these modern radiators? If you are looking to heat up a small space such as a bathroom or an office, you can use a low wattage radiator which can save you so much in price as well saving energy! They also are very quick to heat up unlike a heater which can take some time to get going and will cost you for all that extra time you have it running to get up to the desired temperature. Also if it is not a portable heater it has a very low risk of house fires which makes it a safer alternative.


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Not to mention designer radiators are pretty cool looking these days! There are a ton of different styles, shapes, sizes, and colors to fit in with your home decor. For example, the one above also comes in yellow, brown, and blue!

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If you still like the look of the older covered radiators you can just do a quick update to a more modern one that can save you space and be more efficient. In small spaces a smaller radiator can make a world of difference!


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Designer Portfolio: Jan Showers & Associates

A designer portfolio to help you over hump day - which I can't believe is here already, but I'm not complaining!


Love that chair





I actually like the black walls in the entryway here...





I love keeping the desk open with a chair on either side






All images via Jan Showers & Associates

Designer Portfolios

Some great images I've collected from a few interior design portfolios. I hope you like some of them!

Briger and Briger

I adore this bedroom, the bed is gorgeous, and I really like the quaint rug on the floor by the bed.

Books, an open pantry, baskets, a library ladder - what else could I want?




I've never seen a kitchen layout like this one, I wonder how well it works





I love this bedroom. It's so diverse, and the stone floors and carpet make it feel like it's in a temple.

Images via Briger and Briger

Diamond Baratta Design


Images via Diamond Baratta Design

Design, Inc.


Images via Design, Inc.

French Country interiors with a modern twist

I was a fan of French Country long before I ever knew it was called French Country. It can be cute, it can be elegant, it can be rustic, it can be refined! An exciting thing going on now is that designers and furniture manufacturers are tapping into the popularity of French country but updating it for a modern appeal. However, you still have plenty of options if you prefer your French country untampered with.

Images via un petit dream

Images via Cote de Texas

Images via Country Interiors