Added on December 14, 2012
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Design Trends , home design shows
As homeowners retreat to their home sanctuary as reprieve from the global economic malaise, they will focus more on entertaining friends and family at home rather than then heading out to restaurants. Tabletop and entertaining related decor will take on a new importance as homeowners seek to create entertaining venues at home. Color will [...]
Added on December 13, 2012
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Design Trends , ICFF 2012 , television design shows
The timeless beauty of Earth’s natural stones are enjoying a stylish renaissance in fashion and home design. Taking its cue from the runways and in part spurred forth by Chanel’s lovely stone influenced jewelry for fall 2012, home fashion is embracing the art of the stone in various forms from decorative objects of art to [...]
Added on December 12, 2012
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Design Trends , television design shows , WantedDesign 2012
Delicate petal shaped crystal plates come alive with diamond-like brilliance elevating the simple light pendent into a unique focal point of art and design. Intricate cutwork designs and colorfully painted interiors make these easy to assemble and lightweight light pendants the perfect piece of functional art for the home. The alluring and sensuous curves of [...]
Added on December 11, 2012
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architectural digest home design show 2012 , Design Trends , home design shows
Bright Andy Warhol inspired pop colors are bursting on the home scene from textiles to kitchen appliances. Splashes of blooming pink give this traditionally designed nightstand an updated, fresh contemporary feel. Orange is well-known as the color of creatives, and what better place to increase your creativity quotient than in the kitchen testing out [...]
Added on December 10, 2012
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Design Trends , home design shows , maison et objet 2012
Sofas dressed in soft, warm and indulgent textiles reminiscent of a comforting throw beckon you to lie down with a favorite book for an afternoon of relaxation. Harmonious hues of pinks from romantic rose to decadent raspberry liven the home spirit while nurturing the homeowner’s soul. Plush bedding and linens in an array of soothing [...]
Added on January 26, 2011
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Design Trends , HD Boutique 2010 , hotel design , inspired by hotel design
Design Trends Spotted at HD Boutique 2010: Organic luxury and style was clearly apparent at the Neoteric Luxury booth. The outdoor collection sported a neutral, earthy color palette punctuated with strong red and orange accent colors, and interesting organic textures. The organic shape of this orb swing calls to mind an elegantly designed bird’s nest [...]
Added on January 25, 2011
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Design Trends , HD Boutique 2010 , hotel design , inspired by hotel design
Design Trends Spotted at HD Boutique 2010: Currey & Company had one of the best booths at the Hotel Design Boutique show. They quite cleverly displayed their amazing lighting fixtures draped as if precious jewels and ornaments off of a large tree. Proving that interesting and unexpected elements in design bring style personality to interior [...]
Added on January 24, 2011
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Design Trends , HD Boutique 2010 , hotel design , inspired by hotel design
Design Trends Spotted at HD Boutique 2010: Porcelanosa illustrates that the use of visual and tactile texture can transform neutral color palettes from boring and safe into eye-catching and exciting.
Added on January 23, 2011
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Design Trends , HD Boutique 2010 , hotel design , inspired by hotel design
Design Trends Spotted at HD Boutique 2010: With a nod to Mid-20th Century design, Global Views ushers in a new design era of updated contemporary chic.
Added on January 22, 2011
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Design Trends , HD Boutique 2010 , hotel design , inspired by hotel design , Luxury Living
Design Trends Spotted at HD Boutique 2010: Gorgeous beads, delicate lace, and sculptured textiles set against sumptuous linens were front and center at the Sachin + Babin for Ankasa booth.
Added on January 21, 2011
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Design Trends , HD Boutique 2010 , hotel design , inspired by hotel design , Luxury Living
Design Trends Spotted at HD Boutique 2010: Shimmering elegance, voluptuous silhouettes, and luxurious leathers and silks. Perfect design elements for the gal who likes touches of glam.
Added on January 20, 2011
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Design Trends , HD Boutique 2010 , hotel design , inspired by hotel design , Luxury Living
Design Trends Spotted at HD Boutique 2010: Strong pop inspired colors, black and white, and geometric shapes were on display at Adler’s booth. Loving these Adler table lamps. Furniture sporting contemporary infused Asian style – reminiscent of Chinoiserie styling seen in Hollywood Regency. Bold, fun and colorful tea towels, and whimsical salt and pepper shakers [...]
Added on January 28, 2010
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Decorating News , design news , Design Trends
We were honored to be included, for a second year, as design experts on MSN.com’s lifestyle feature on design trends for 2010, “What’s Hot (And Not) in Home Trends for 2010” written by Christopher Solomon. This slide (9 of 14) shows The Decorating Diva.com’s “Outdoor Living Room Design Trend 2010”. The gorgeous outdoor living room [...]
Added on January 28, 2010
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Decorating News , design news , Design Trends
We’re absolutely thrilled to be included as design trend experts in The Times-Picayune’s digital magazine, NOLA.com’s “Ten trends for 2010 highlight the new home looks for the New Year” written by Molly Reid. In December, we published our “Top 10 Design Trends for 2010” depicting the predominate design trends that we believe will be strong [...]
Added on December 27, 2009
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Design Trends
The Decorating Diva LLC Compilation: Top 10 Design Trends 2010 {Nov 30 – Dec 9 2009 } 1. ECO-HOME REDEFINED DESIGN TREND Though constrained by current economic influences homeowners look to unique, luxury architecture, furnishings and decor for inspiration. Bringing home little forms of extravagant home products like luxury tile mosaics from industry leaders such [...]
Added on June 22, 2009
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Design Trends
What do you see as the top Kitchen and Bath design trends for 2009? Lori Carroll of Lori Carroll & Associates is an award winning Kitchen and Bath Designer based out of Tucson, Arizona. Lori Carroll’s fantastic designs captured our attention at the recent Kitchen and Bath Industry Show – at which Lori was honored [...]
Added on June 17, 2009
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Design Trends
From appliances to surfaces, dark blue is adding sleek sophistication to kitchens and laundry rooms. Not as stark as black and lacking the often associated sterile look of white, dark blues seem to be the new neutral to which homeowners are turning to, to give a fresh updated look to their kitchens and laundry rooms. [...]
Added on June 12, 2009
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Decorating Ideas , Design Trends
Sophisticated and elegant hues of Silver and Gold lend a luxurious, luminous touch to the modern kitchen, bathroom or laundry room. Shown above Ann Sacks Aureo Collection is created by inserting 24k gold leaf between the top and bottom of hand blown glass tile. The glass tile is then hand cut by artisans’ to create [...]
Added on June 9, 2009
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Design Trends , kitchen appliances , refrigerator
1. LG 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with Ice and Water Dispenser (Model LMX25981ST ) tops our list for technology and style. With push button drawer controls, roomy ice and water dispenser, two well organized freezer drawers, digital controls for easy configuration and operation and a spacious refrigerator interior with all the features we expect to [...]
Added on June 2, 2009
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Design Trends
Modern Glam Kaldewei brings back sexy, feminine, glamorous design with its Luxxo Duo Oval tub in a sophisticated black finish. Brizo’s RSVP lavatory faucet in chrome with STRASS Swarovski finial ushers in the era of Modern Glam with its voluptuous curves, elegant lines and shimmering, crystal detail Universal Design Stylish, chic baby boomers are rejecting [...]
Added on June 1, 2009
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design t , Design Trends , kit
Color Outbursts 2009 Color Trends are popping up in the kitchen. Kohler faucets glitter in gold, TurboChef ovens brighten with orange and Amana refrigerators in an array of colors. Some hot color trends for kitchen and laundry: Purple, Gold & Silver & Dark Blue. Glam Design Sophisticated, glamorous design with a hint of old Hollywood [...]
Added on May 30, 2009
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Decorating How-To , Design Trends
Outdoor living design experts Marcia Blake (President & Creative Director of Outdoor Interiors, Inc) and Vic Walker (Senior Industrial Designer at Dimension One Spas) share their design advice, insight on outdoor living trends and what inspires them to create beautiful, functional and innovative designs. Interview with Design Expert: Marcia Blake, Outdoor Interiors, Inc. Interview with [...]
Added on May 30, 2009
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Decorating How-To , Design Trends
Vic Walker is a Senior Industrial Designer at Dimension One Spas, and has designed consumer products for over 15 years. Walker’s skilled background in biomechanics and ergonomics has helped him create and redefine many features and products in the hot tub industry. With more than 15 patents, Walker is passionate about his continual quest to [...]
Added on May 30, 2009
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Decorating How-To , Design Trends
EXPERT BIO A 1978 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Marcia Blake began her corporate career with several high-profile executive-recruiting & marketing positions, culminating with her role as Vice President of Kole & Company Recruitment Firm. In 2004, Marcia embarked on a new career path & followed her love of design, becoming the Manager & [...]
Added on May 23, 2009
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Decorating Ideas , Design Trends
Sunbrella® Lanai Lagoon Collection illustrates several key outdoor living color and pattern trends. Soft blues soothe the spirit. Organic, yet sophisticated gray-browns offer elegant, grounded comfort. Botanicals, stripes, and subtle geometric shapes echo popular pattern trends reported in our 2009 home design report. Available through Calico Corners and other retailers of Sunbrella® fabrics. Solarium Performance [...]
Added on May 20, 2009
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Design Trends
6. DESIGN WITHOUT BORDERS: Global and multi-cultural decor inspired by China, Russia, Latin America, Morocco and India (primary influences) are mixed and matched to create a global design tour at home. Wool Rug “Marisol Chili” inspired by 20th Century Mexican Embroidery. (Company C ), Arabesque Velvet pillow (Dransfield & Ross ), Pierre Frey Bolchoi Collection [...]
Added on May 20, 2009
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Design Trends
The following ten design trends for 2009 are some of the most prominent, and are the ones driving design and decorating style for the upcoming year. 1. UNIQUELY ME CHIC: Eclectic styling as seen in the newly revived interest in Hollywood Regency and mixing of periods and styles speaks to the need that each of [...]
Added on May 4, 2009
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Design Trends , kitchen appliances
I’m back from the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show 2009 in Atlanta, and have lots of photos and stories to share on new product debuts, design trends, best of show, kitchen and bath designers to watch and so much more. I’ve spotlighted a few of my favorite products below. Hope you enjoy them. – Carmen [...]
Added on October 29, 2008
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At Home Design Issue 2008 , bedroom furniture , Design Trends
Luxury linens representing the very best of Fall 2008 and Winter 2009 color and design trends. Animal prints, earth-friendly, organically derived color palette and touches of gold create the warm and inviting bedding ensemble “Aspen” from Daniel Stuart Studio. Dark chocolate and creamy ivory set the color tone, while a freshly updated pattern combination of [...]
Added on October 11, 2008
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Design Trends
Design trends for 2009 are diverse, interesting and eclectic. There is a design style trend for everyone – Parisian Apartment, Safari Chic, Globally Inspired and so many more. We can’t wait to share them all with you. Today we offer a sneak peek at four of the many design trends that will be covered in-depth [...]
