Ikat fabrics are beautiful, timeless, and fun to use throughout the home. Ikat designed fabrics can be incorporated into many design schemes. These fabrics can be huge help when working to achieve either a cool or warm feeling space…
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Ikat…It’s All That!
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Table Top Inspiration
Colorful desert and salad plates may add a touch of whimsy elegance to the table. However, over usage of patterns similar to this (with its matching cups, saucers, etc.) can easily become an unwanted fussy look. It’s best to own…
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Living With An Oriental
A Persian Rug like this one can be picked up for under $1,000 at auction. Keep in mind the scale of your room and the orientation of the rug and furniture placement. I like a rug with good overall wear…
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Mixing With Rust(ic) Art
I like finding interesting objects like this large piece and using them as sculptural art. For best success, counter the rustic by using finer features throughout the balance of your space. This helps the piece stand out and will eliminate…
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Start With The Art
Inspiration: Salvador Dali, Venice (Blue) Fine drawings are too easily lost in rooms with furnishings in heavy patterns and prints. Cleaner quality pieces enhance the feel this drawing evokes. The organic curve in the sofa connects beautifully with the…
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Auction Art
I very often find unique paintings from unknown artists at auctions and flea markets. Although the pieces are not priceless, they can be amazing jumping-off points for your design. This painting features both vibrant cool tones and an amazing sun…
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