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Client Reveal: Kids’ Playroom Design

Last year I had the pleasure of working with a darling family of four in Dallas, Texas. The young family sought out my virtual design services to help decorate their new 4,000 square foot home. From furniture to wallcoverings, rugs to accessories, we worked together over the course of a few months to create a design that was kid-friendly, budget conscious and yet still reflects the family’s personal style.

Recently some of the rooms I designed were photographed and today I wanted to share the kids’ playroom with you. I love this space because it’s super functional, yet stylish too. The playroom features wide orange and white stripes on the ceiling, floor-to-ceiling book display and tons of smart storage for all the toys. The art wire is perfect for showcasing the kids’ masterpieces and can updated in minutes.

Playroom Book Wall and Orange Striped Ceiling by Simplified Bee

Playroom Storage by Simplified Bee

*all photos by Savannah Franklin Photography

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Read full story By on September 10, 2012 in baby and children, Interiors, kids' art wall, Organization, Playroom, simplified bee portfolio

Chic & Glam Furnishings from Ikea

Ikea is not known for glam furnishings, but you might change your mind after seeing some of their new products.

Ikea Mirrored Chest of Drawers

First Ikea added a mirrored finish to the classic MALM chest. It’s chic here in a dressing room, but would also be a great bedside table. With a price-tag of $299, it’s affordable too.

Ikea Vittsjo Bookcase in BlackIkea Black and Glass Bookcase Vittsjo

(images via Livet Hemma)

The new VITTSJÖ collection (above) is also a head turner. The frame in black and shelves in tempered brown glass provide a graphical and airy feel. The collection, ranging in price from $39 to $139, comes in all sorts of dimensions to work in any space.

Do you like the new glam furnishings from Ikea?

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Read full story By on September 5, 2012 in bookshelves, furniture, ikea

Tips for Styling a Bookcase Like an Interior Designer

The bookcase. It’s functional by maximizing space and aesthetically pleasing by adding height to balance out a room. The bookcase is also not just for books. It is a wonderful place to add treasures that personalize your space. Here are some tips on how to style a bookcase.
A Clean Start
Remove all items from your shelves. Store or donate unsightly paperback books.

The study above,designed by Carrier and Company Interiors Ltd., is a beautiful example of how a bookcases help maximize a space, while adding height for overall balance.
Add a Splash of Color
For visual interest, back your shelves with a contrasting wallpaper print or colorful paint. This gorgeous bookcase by Samantha Pynn
{decorator, stylist and host and principal designer of Pure Design on HGTV} is backed with Schumacher’s Imperial Trellis by Kelly Wearstler  in Charcoal.

Some Up and Some Down

Books can be wonderful home accessories, so showcase the most beautiful ones in your collection. Arrange the books by size, subject and color. Create a rhythmic pattern by placing books vertically as well as horizontally {horizontal books can also act as bookends}. I love how designer, Molly Luetkmeyer of M. Design Interiors arranged the books and accessories in the built-in bookshelf above.
Make it Pretty
Adding objects such as shapely ceramics, decorative boxes, small sculptures, family photos and original artwork makes your bookcase more visually interesting and personal. When selecting objects, be aware of the scale and color. Objects shouldn’t blend in or get lost on the shelves. Here is an example of beautiful bookcases flanking a fireplace from Elle Decor  {May 2008} that showcase more decorative objects than books.  It makes me think that “Bookless” bookshelves may  show up more often as people go high tech and move to the Kindle or iPad to read books. What do you think? Do you like the look? 
Tips for Styling a Bookshelf
*images courtesy of Splendid Willow, Carrier and Company Interiors, Samantha Pynn Inc., M. Design Interiors, Good Bones, Great Pieces
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Read full story By on May 24, 2010 in bookshelves, Design Tips, home accessories, interior design