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Creating a Focal Point in a Room

When new design trends are announced for the upcoming year, most of the focus is put on the hot, new looks, not necessarily what styles are out. One trend that will become less popular in 2015, are accent walls, which while they can look beautiful in certain rooms, most of the time accent walls are incorrectly used, making your room look unusual and smaller than it truly is.

An accent wall is a remarkably bold move to take in interior design, but creating a focal point in your space can be extremely easy to do, especially when your space has a strong architectural feature in room, such as a large window or a unique fireplace.

If your space doesn’t have a feature piece in the room that is easily identifiable as the focal point, but you still like the idea of using color to set the tone for the room, you can do so by using an accent color on a piece of furniture. Instead of bringing aqua blue to one wall, paint or find a piece of furniture in that shade, and you instantly have created the focal point in your interior.

Other great options for creating a focal point in your space include adding texture via open shelving, exposed brick, and flowers. Bringing a throw pillow or blanket with unique patterns or shapes that steal attention are great for creating a focal point in the room.

How do you create a focal point in your home without the use of a feature wall?

Designer Spotlight: Nicole Ziegler

Located in Salt Lake City, UT, is Enzy Design, a full-service interior design firm founded in 2008 by designer Nicole Zeigler. Zeigler, who recently was a winner of Design for a Difference, received a BA in Interior Design, and worked in the design and remodeling industry for over 10 years before starting her own firm.

While her specialties lie in Kitchen & Bathroom design, Remodeling, and Interior Space Planning, Ziegler always strives to understand her client’s vision, improve upon it, and deliver beautiful makeovers, giving her client’s the house they’ve dreamed of.

 

For Design for a Difference, Zeigler selected the Salt Lake City Bike Collective, which provides refurbished bikes to those who aren’t able to afford one. Zeigler focused her design on making over the entrance of the shop, and refurbished the classroom that is used to provide bike education and maintenance workshops to the youth.

For more information: http://www.enzydesign.com/

For more information on Design for a Difference: http://ow.ly/FxSYs

Florals: 2015's Hot Trend

With 2014 coming to a close, 2015 is ramping up to be a big year in the design world, with natural themes and organic design being one of the hottest trends for the new year. From decorative water features, to walls painted the color of nature, the trend is coming alive.

Florals Everywhere

As a component of the natural theme, florals are making a statement in the upcoming year. Not only are florals being used in wallpaper, but simple house plants will be increasingly seen in home design.

 

Johan Pattern

 Florals don’t always have to be used to fill space on tables or in artwork. In fact, floral carpets can add new depth to your space. Johan, a pattern from the Dabbieri Collection, adds versatility to your room design in twenty three differing colors. On promotion until December 31st, 2014, Johan brings a botanical feel to your floors.

 

How do you prefer to incorporate nature into your home design?

The Growing Trend of Matte Black

Glossy black home décor is stepping aside to make room for matte black, a growing trend in modern interior design. While glossy black brings a dramatic edge to home design, it isn’t as warm and inviting as the softer shade of black.

From accessories, to lighting, to walls, the softer black is proven to be ever so versatile, as it works in many rooms, in various ways. Matte black adds depth to your interiors, and becomes a great conversational piece, as it gives off an edgy look, while still feeling cozy.

Matte black is great in a kitchen if you want to use an area of the wall for menu creation. You can wow guests by displaying the menu for the dinner party you’re hosting, or for your children, having a chalkboard menu can make meal time fun again. To create a balance in the space, creams and crisp whites are great for secondary décor pieces.

How would you bring matte black into your home?

Creating a Warm Holiday Welcome

While the joy of Thanksgiving is behind us, the hustle and bustle of the holidays is still ever present. Most of us get lost in the chaos leading up to the end of December, but it’s important to not lose focus on the holiday cheer, and there’s no better way to do that than to create a warm welcome.

 Lights and Wreathes

Depending on your climate, decorating the front porch and walkway with lights and paper luminaries adds a hint of charm, while wreathes on your windows and door creates a traditional holiday atmosphere.

 Add Nostalgia

When guests arrive to your front door, you want them to feel welcome. Decorate your porch with Christmas lanterns, an antique sled and ice skates, for a bit of nostalgia.

If you prefer to keep it simple, decorate with garland and berries around your door, light posts and mailbox, to bring warmth to your home.

 

How do you create a warm welcome for your guests during the holidays?