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by Kate Hayes, owner of Kate Hayes Design “There are certain shades of limelight that can ruin a girl’s complexion.” – Holly Golightly As an interior designer who is obsessed with the right lighting but also strives to be as … Continue reading

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by Rebecca Ewing, interior designer, Rebecca Ewing Color & Design When Jane (Doe) asked for my help on her new house at the beach, she already had bright white windows and lattice and tan siding—all vinyl, for longevity and low maintenance … Continue reading

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by Angie Hicks, founder of Angie’s List Summer is the time of year when home improvement projects kick into full swing. One of the easiest and most affordable ways to give your home a complete makeover is to paint it. … Continue reading

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Inspired by discounted black-and-white damask bedding, Atlanta interior designer Donna Marie Batts gave her client’s lackluster guest bedroom/home office an entirely new flavor on a budget. Before

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By: Dillon Widder This February 18th don’t miss the fourth annual Decatur Old House Fair taking place at the Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory & Conference Center at 130 Clairemont Ave. in Decatur, GA. The event, which gives homeowners a chance to … Continue reading

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For her budget bedroom makeover, Atlanta area homeowner Mandisha Thomas contrasted bold-colored walls with neutral furnishings. Several years ago she had painted a few green and orange squares on the wall, and it was time to finish the job. BeforeInspired … Continue reading

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by Rebecca Ewing, interior designer, Rebecca Ewing Color & Design An architect I studied under in college in the mid-1970s had designed a glorious space—cathedral ceilings, stark white walls, and ruby red carpet. It was stunningly beautiful. But every sunny … Continue reading

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by Rebecca Ewing, Rebecca Ewing Color & Design Between 1970 and 1973, in Munich, Germany, IQ tests were administered in different room colors: When students tested in colorless rooms – white, gray, black, brown and beige – the scores were … Continue reading

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By Jeffrey Bruce Baker, AIA, Jeffrey Bruce Baker Designs This fall, we prepare for the holidays ahead with a mixture of excitement and anticipation. Follow these five easy tips, and your home will be as warm and welcoming as the … Continue reading

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By Rick Gill, marketing manager, Dasso Dasso is a global innovator of bamboo products since 1993. Years of experience in working with bamboo has enabled us to create some of the latest styles, products, and stylistic categories in the bamboo … Continue reading

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