Posts Tagged ‘Coastal Design by Kim’
Accessories Can Give Your Space Personality
Accessories can complete a space, give it personality, add a pop of color and complete your room. Your home tells your story in its details. Below are a few ways you can decorate a space that is uniquely YOU. START WITH A BLANK CANVAS: When you’re ready to start accessorizing your space, start with a…
Read MoreCan Your Outdoor Furniture Handle The Gulf Coast Elements
Patios are like an extension of our home. Our patio furniture needs to be able to withstand our intense UV Rays, salty air and rainstorms. Since good outdoor furniture can cost as much as our indoor furniture, it’s important to consider the materials and maintenance required to maximize your investment. Yes, you can purchase…
Read MoreDoes Your Fifth Wall Make a Statement?
When decorating or remodeling your home, don’t forget about the fifth wall – also known as the “ceiling.” The ceiling is a key component in any room, and if you ignore it you’re missing out on a golden opportunity to create a little drama to this wide-open space. When I see a plain white ceiling,…
Read More8 Quick & Easy Ways to Refresh Your Space
Spring will be here before you know it and if you’re like me you want to open the curtains and let the sun shine in. Whether you want to revive a room or you want a quick fix to holdover until next year’s renovation project, here are a few ideas that are easy to conquer…
Read MoreTips & Tricks to Enlarge Your Bathroom
Is your bathroom cramping your style? Does your bathroom feel like a closet? We’re sharing some of our frequently used tips that will help visually enlarge your bathroom. The following tricks just might improve your morning routine too. Declutter: Every successful project starts with decluttering. Clear it out, all of it! Keep your essentials, things…
Read MoreIs Hiring a Designer Worth It?
I hear so many people say they’ve created mood boards, wandered the isles of their favorite home stores, thumbed through countless magazines, searched online for hours on end and still can’t decide how to move forward with their project. Is this you too? If so, you’re probably overwhelmed and your vision may be vague. Need…
Read MoreDo’s and Don’ts for Holiday Decorating
Now that we’ve all recovered from our turkey hangover, it’s time to decorate for the holiday season! Decorations add lots of cheer to the chilly and sometimes rainy holiday season. Whether you’re decorating for Christmas, Feliz Navidad, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, I’m sharing some of my favorite decorating tips and tricks with you. Let’s get started.…
Read MoreFooling the Eye: How to Make Your Room Look Bigger
Do you ever feel like your room is too small or your furniture is crammed in your space? When your footprint is small, everything in the room matters. With a few cleverly placed items and good design choices, you can actually fool the eye and make your room look bigger. Color, furniture, mirror placement and…
Read MorePainting vs. Wallpaper: Key Factors to Consider
As I’m sure you’ve noticed, wallpaper has made a comeback over the last few years and it seems to be getting bigger. We’re embarking on the renovation season and one of the biggest questions I’m hearing is “Is it better to paint or wallpaper?” The answer is not quite that simple, but below are a…
Read MoreTiming is Everything: ‘Tis the Season to Renovate
Whew! We made it through the summer madness. The kids are back in school and our overnight company and guest bookings have begun to dwindle. Dreaming of a renovation project? Now is a great time to start. Once you’ve made the decision to remodel, you’ll need to select an interior designer and a contractor to…
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