Designer Favorites

Showroom Shots from DESIGN ADAC

This past month, we loaded up an SUV and took a drive down to Atlanta, home of the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center and their annual Design ADAC event that invites some of the best designers from around the country to debut their new lines and share their trade secrets. Here are the top trends we saw in the showrooms.

Baby Blues

Powder blue is the new neutral. This hue was everywhere we looked in Atlanta as a calming color that allows designers to anchor a room without succumbing to boring beige. Use it in bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens and just about anywhere else for a fresh, crisp look.

Gold accents

A continuing trend from 2016, gold fixtures are still a timeless, luxe addition to any room. From lighting to hardware, accessorize your room with gold like you accessorize your outfit: keep it simple and understated.

All Velvet Everything

Whoever said velvet had to be sad and frumpy? Velvet upholstery is making a contemporary comeback and giving basic rooms a luxurious feel that's soft to the touch but durable too. This chair combines the trendy baby blues and brassy gold accents to embody everything we saw at Design ADAC!

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“Hi everyone!

Panels and speakers and showrooms, oh my! There are few things we love more than to hear the latest tips, tricks and trends from the best designers in the country and we were definitely geeking out at DESIGN ADAC with so many talented folks packed into just a few days. Are you a fan of the trends spotted above? Let us know how you are incorporating them into your spaces on Facebook and Instagram! 

— Paige & Mia”

Excited for Spring? Of CORAL We Are!

Cheery Coral Hues

Spring is a time to declutter and reinvigorate old spaces in your home. Get inspired with this bright coral-infused bedroom we designed for Parallel Travel in Stacks on Main in East Nashville. As an Airbnb space, we wanted the room to feel comfortable and warm but also fun and energizing. What colors are you leaning toward this spring? 

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“Hi everyone!

We couldn’t be more excited that warmer weather and warmer color palettes are coming our way! Instead of our usual tips this month, we wanted to share some eye candy to inspire your next reno project. Start small by refreshing an old piece of furniture with a new coat of paint or go big with a complete room remodel. Either way, have fun with it and don’t be afraid to be bold!

— Paige & Mia”

Debunking Designer Myths

3 Common Myths About Hiring Interior Designers

MYTH #1: "I would have to buy all new furniture! I can't afford that!"
As much as we would love to treat every home like a blank canvas, we understand that's not a realistic approach. Unless you want to achieve a completely new look, we are happy to work with what you have in a creative, fresh way. Plus, working with an interior designer can actually save you money by helping you avoid costly mistakes, hire reliable contractors and selecting products that will meet your long-term needs.

MYTH #2: "There's nothing they can do that I can't do on my own."
While we encourage all of our clients to stay up-to-date on the latest home design trends, there are some things that are only accessible to professional interior designers through showrooms and cultivated relationships with vendors.

MYTH #3: "If someone else designs my home, it won't feel like home to me." 
Our goal is to create spaces that suit you and your lifestyle, so we go to great lengths to ensure your home is not only beautiful but also functional and comfortable. We invite you to research inspirational photos to get a sense of your style and think about what colors you gravitate toward before an initial meeting with us and keep open communication throughout the design process. At the end of the day, we want to be sure your home feels like, well... home!

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“Hi everyone!

Spring is just around the corner, which means many people are starting new home projects so we wanted to take this month’s e-newsletter to debunk some common misconceptions about working with interior designers. Still have questions about how our process works? Reply to this email for more information!

— Paige & Mia”

Showstoppers

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“Hi everyone,

The Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville is always a treat for us designers! We spent hours perusing the antiques and horticultural items there from all over the country this past weekend and even got a glimpse of Nate Berkus at his keynote lecture. How do you incorporate antiques into your home design?

— Paige & Mia”

Beating the Winter Blues

Beating the Winter Blues

Don't let small rooms give you the blues. Use these tips to create the illusion that your bedroom is bigger than it is.

1. Skip the headboard. Headboards can be a statement piece in big bedrooms, but in small spaces, they're often too clunky. Trade your headboard for mirrors, which make any room appear larger.

2. Raise the curtains. This is a golden rule in almost any space, but it's especially important in small areas. Take your curtain rod to the ceiling to add height that's not really there.

3. Keep the colors simple. A monochromatic color scheme with subtle patterns is best in small rooms. Use varying shades of the same hue to create a cozy but collected effect.

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“Hi everyone,

Downtown Nashville is getting crowded! This fun blue project was part of our recent work on a series of AirBnB spaces downtown. We were challenged with creating a modern design in several tiny spaces. Stay tuned for more spaces from this series in coming months. 

— Paige & Mia”