 Biophilia The urge for humans to connect with nature and forms of life. We live in a time where life is technology ruled and fast paced. The more technology we have, the more we crave simplicity. There's almost a sense of nostalgia when it comes to the great outdoors. It brings happiness, relaxation, and a sense of peace. It makes sense that humans would crave that in this day and age. Incorporating natural and raw materials into their home, such as, wood, stone, natural lighting, and plant life. This has become one of the biggest trends in interiors in the past few years.    Sustainability People have become increasingly educated and in touch with their carbon footprint. This coincides with the desire for nature. People are becoming drawn to sustainable and handcrafted items. There's a deep desire to feel in touch with their earthly roots. Companies such as Coyuchi and VivaTerra are practicing sustainability. Coyuchi quilts are sustainably & ethically made using 100% organic cotton.   VivaTerra has worked with artisans in over 20 countries as well as within the United States. They facilitate handmade and fair-trade goods that are largely recycled, made from reclaimed materials, and 100% chemical-free. Offerings include furniture, home accessories, garden, dining items, and more.  VivaTerra  VivaTerra  VivaTerra  VivaTerra  VivaTerra  VivaTerra Echo-Friendly for BeginnersHere are 4 simple steps you can take to lessen your carbon footprint on our planet.
BOLD, Black, & CedarThe contrast of black and cedar wood is simply stunning. It's easy to see why it's trending in interiors as well as home exteriors. The dramatic look of bold dark colors with natural elements such as wood, marble, stone, and greenery is eye-catching. It's a look that will be around for a while.    gardenista.com   dwell.com Bathroom Escapes When you escape to your master bathroom you should feel tranquility, calmness, & relaxation. It should be your little oasis. Life is busy, we work hard, and everyone deserves a simple evening escape. Incorporate things like teak wood, stone, plants, soft luxurious towels, natural light and breezy drapes. You don't have to put a lot of money into making your little oasis. Wooden sinks have recently become popular. I think they add such a beautiful feel to a space.    AuthorHaley is a 30 year old mother with a love for Interior Design that started at a young age. Following in her mother's footsteps, she entered the design world and never looked back! 
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 Fall is here, leaves are changing, and we finally had a taste of that crisp, cool, fall air here in Texas! Is there anything better than bonfires, s'mores, cozy blankets and good company? Halloween is going to be here before we know it, so I thought we could discuss some different Halloween/Fall decor options. I've got some simply stunning table displays that I think you'll swoon over. Midnight GardenI love the idea of combining creepy with elements of classy. The mix of florals, with dark accent notes such as candles, pumpkins, plates, etc. has such a dark and glamorous feel. I love the pops of greenery mixed in. Spooky, yet sophisticated. You're sure to wow your dinner guests with any of these table displays. *Pro-Tip, go to your local thrift shop for candlesticks, picture frames, decor, etc. and spray paint them black for your table display.    pinterest  pinterest Fall TrendsLet's talk fall trends for 2018. Organic/Natural Elements    These are taken from our Design Studio in Keller. ScandinavianI've been in love with the simplicity of Scandinavian design for quite a while now. The clean, minimalistic aspects are just pleasant to look at. It's become very popular here recently. White on white is common with this style. It's very Monochromatic. Some crucial points to pulling off Scandinavian Design is to keep it minimalistic, clean, bright, and airy. Incorporate different textures such as a faux fur throw, pillows, organic elements such as; wood, plants, and greenery. White and black are important in pulling off this look.     ig @emilianuusikuu  ig @emilianuusikuu   Cozy LayersThis time of year typically means friends and family come to visit. Ambiance is important in making guests feel comfortable and welcome. A good way to incorporate levels of comfort is with different sized lanterns, filled with candles, pumpkins, coffee beans, etc. Try using different textures for your throws and pillows placed about such as; Wool, Cotton, Chenille. Firewood has become not just something for a fireplace on a chilly day. People are using it as accent pieces and it adds a level of rustic warmth to a room.    Fall FarmhouseLet's be honest, the farmhouse craze is here to stay. People just adore it. There is something so reminiscent and comforting about the farmhouse style. It's cozy, rustic, and makes you want to sip some hot coco and be with your family. This is one of my favorite styles to decorate for fall because they just go so easily together. Plaid is essential here.    pinterest   That concludes the blog for October. Enjoy the nice fall weather, have a fun and frightful Halloween! Check back with us next month for Thanksgiving tips, Artist spotlights, furniture specials, and more!  AuthorHaley is a 30 year old mother with a love for Interior Design that started at a young age. Following in her mother's footsteps, she entered the design world and never looked back!  Photo Credit Instagram @Freepeopleaustralia It's been quite some time since the last Blog post. I hope everyone is enjoying their summer! I have a lot to talk about in this Blog, so grab a comfy chair and listen up. 5 Reasons Why You Should Hire An Interior Designer1. Increase Your Value. If re-selling your home is in your future then you want a remodel that is going to increase your home's value. An Interior Designer has extensive knowledge and expertise in this area. They will make sure any renovations done to the home will increase value and appeal to a large population style wise. 2. Knowledge is Power. This is what they do for a living. Day in and day out. Chances are they have quite a bit of knowledge on design. They were trained to do this. Designers can envision the full picture in a room and put things into place properly. This can be re-assuring when entering a process that seems overwhelming to you. Leave it to the experts. 3. The Most Bang For Your Buck. Designers have business accounts and get amazing prices for items such as furniture, art, and decor. Wholesale pricing allows you to get the most for your money. 4. Professional Contacts. Finding a carpenter, plumber, or electrician in itself can be a total nightmare. They are a dime a dozen. Luckily you don't need to worry about that. We have developed a trust worthy, and talented team of contractors that are the best of the best. 5. Save Your Energy. Let the Designer do the leg work for you. That is why you hired them. They can do the shopping for you and find specific, unique items for your home. Designers are great at getting things done in a timely manner. Natural ElementsIn a world so submerged in sleek technology we are experiencing a growing desire to reconnect with nature. This desire coincides with the interior trends currently happening. 2017 has shown us that people want a more conscientious approach to consumerism. They are preferring more natural materials. Plants are proving to be the must-have accent pieces for homes. Wood is also widely used providing a counter balance against materials like marble. Some other highly desired trends are; exposed brickwork, use of cement, pairing metals with raw natural materials like wood, cork, and clay. Some 90's trends have even resurfaced. (GASP) Things such as Velvet, Geometric Shapes, and Tartans.   Photo Credit Frøken Overspringshandling   Photo Credit Instagram @freepeopleaustralia  Photo Credit Worthing Court Lets Talk Patterns....My recent obsession is patterned cement tiles. They are such a dramatic statement piece and just down right beautiful. People are drawn to them, and they are trending in the design world. Another trend is patterned rugs. Combined with different textures, pops of greenery, and mid-century furniture and you've got it goin' on!  Photo Credit HomeBunch.com  Photo Credit BlogLovin.com     Photo Cred Instagram @CementTileShop  Photo Credit: Urban Outfitters  Photo Credit Instagram @atribeofmyown  Photo Cred Instagram @TheKilimCo We have several huge renovation jobs going on at the moment and I am super excited to share the finished projects with you all. It's going to be amazing! They aren't much to look at right now so I won't bore you. Enjoy the rest of your summer and PLEASE don't forget to get your daily dose of....   AuthorHaley is a 28 year old mother with a love for interior design that started at a young age. Following in her mother's footsteps she entered the design world and never looked back!  I am thrilled to welcome 2017. 2016 felt like a bumpy roller coaster filled with elections, and the loss of some incredible celebrity icons. 2017 feels like a fresh start to a bright new year! The more you say '2017' the stranger it sounds. So futuristic, yet this is the now. We're here. Twenty-Seventeen. We accomplished SO much last year. It was probably our busiest year yet. We opened our 3rd family business right next door. Lavender Hill Spa is officially open and we could not be more excited! The women in our family have been passionate about healthy, organic, and natural living for some time now. We decided to offer our knowledge about health to others. Our team is made up of extremely talented therapists, caring, friendly receptionists, and a manager and owner who truly care about the health and well being of others. We offer Beauty Treatments, Massage, Packages, Body Treatments, Organic Airbrush Tanning, and more. Swing by and check out the beautiful Spa we designed, and decorated ourselves! You will LOVE it, I promise! I can only imagine the great things we will accomplish in 2017. I have big dreams for this brand new year. CHEERS to 2017 Our Year In Review: 2017 Trending InteriorsI am so excited for the new trends coming this year. Pantone has chosen Greenery as their color of the year for 2017. Greenery is a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade. Illustrative of flourishing foliage and the lushness of the great outdoors. Although, I don't see us using Greenery as a paint color I see it as accents, art, and plant life. I am thoroughly excited to have such a rejuvinating and fresh color for this year!  Image via Pantone/Instagram   We love adding natural elements into spaces. Here we added antlers with moss and greenery atop a dining room table. Custom Bedding There is something special about a beautiful, soft bed at the end of a long day. When it comes to your Master Bedroom we feel as though you should have an oasis that you feel you can unwind, relax, and recharge in. This is an example of some of our custom bedding. We offer customized bedding, pillows, throws, etc. Monthly Art Showcase Chris Brandley was born in Georgia in 1967. Being the daughter of an Air Force pilot, Chris grew up all over the world, where she was exposed to the Old Masters from an early age as her parents took her to museums everywhere they went. She was drawn to the Impressionist painters, and how they painted everyday life scenes and captured the light and use of color in expressive ways. In 1977 her family moved to Holland, where the breath-taking beauty was etched into her memories. Her experience in Europe plays an instrumental part in her current work. In 1989 Chris graduated with a BFA in Art Education from Baylor University, and taught art in the public school system in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area for 11 years. In 2002 she stepped down from teaching school, and established her own business which included everything from painting commercial and residential murals and faux finishes, to painting oil on canvas. Some of her work is featured here at the Studio. You can also check her available paintings for sale here. 2017 Furniture ReleaseMany people are not aware of our Wholesale Furniture line. We offer a wide variety of furniture at unbeatable prices. I just got done looking at the new furniture released for 2017 and I am in LOVE! They have designed some truly beautiful pieces for the year. Below is just a few different pieces we offer. If you're interested in pricing please, please, please reach out to us. I cannot tell you how many times I hear of people getting completely ripped off when it comes to furniture. Especially the main name stores out there. A lot of times we have the exact same furniture because they order from the same company as us.  LOVELY, isn't it!? I can't wait to use these beauties in our designs this year! So exciting! Designing On A BudgetWe offer designs as low as $250. All that's needed is dimensions of the room, and current photos. We then provide a custom design for your space based on the size, layout, and your style. You have the option to just purchase the design, or purchase the design & order the items through us and have us put everything in place. It is a simple process and saves big bucks. Feel free to email me with any questions or inquiries here. Below is a few examples of custom designs.    "I begin with an idea, and then it becomes something else." -Pablo Picasso Some words that truly resonate with me. When I work on a design it always starts with an idea. A concept. An image. Something typically inspires me and I just go from there. The creativity associated with interior design is the most exciting part for me. It's something that i'm passionate about. I get excited at the thought of making a space functional and beautiful. What is your favorite Interior Design style? AuthorHaley is a 28 year old mother with a love for interior design that started at a young age. Following in her mother's footsteps she entered the design world and never looked back!  It seems as though it was JUST October and now here we are, in the midst of December! I absolutely love this time of year. It is magical, full of family, memories, warm coffee, and joy. It also happens to be our busiest time of year. Right next to Santa himself. We get swamped this time of year with people who want their homes perfect for the holidays! We consider it a blessing because not only is it satisfying to make others happy but we also love to buy gifts for others, and it allows us to do so! This time of year makes me realize that family is everything. I am so grateful that not only is my boss my mom, she is my best friend. I think having such a great relationship helps us have a successful business. We decided to hit the pause button on life last week and take a family vacation out to the middle of nowhere....also known as Watson, Oklahoma. There is a beautiful little gem out there known as The Rivers Edge Cottages. If you're looking for solitude, peace, and to feel close to God again--then this is the place to go. It helps you re-evaluate life and get your thoughts together. We had an incredible time and i'm glad we had the chance to do it. It's always great to take a break and come back to work feeling refreshed and ready to conquer, than to keep pushing until you have nothing left in the tank. We are back, we are refreshed, and ready to do what we do best! Here are a few pictures from our little vacay:  Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree  Christmas Tree decorating tips:
 Design Board Concepts We are excited to announce we now offer designs for a one time design fee NATIONWIDE. We have decided we would like to help people in making their homes beautiful no matter where they live. The process works something like this: You contact us, give us room dimensions, and current photos. Within 1-2 weeks you have a beautiful customized design for your space complete with an itemized list of the decor/furniture/art and where to purchase it. We are also available for support throughout the execution of the design. Art Spotlight "Isaiah" Print $250  "New Beginnings" oil painting $450 Charice Cooper is a local artist here in Keller, TX. She has some absolutely incredible pieces and is a true talent! You can visit her website to see more of her work at ChariceCooper.com
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