tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34568569759124208952024-03-14T08:51:27.326-05:00Live.Love.Decorate.Live.Love.Decorate. is a blog dedicated to Interior Design. My goal is to introduce you to the world of residential interior design! I will share fresh ideas and keep you up to date on the latest styles and trends.Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-79962429748851631582012-01-02T23:01:00.001-06:002012-01-02T23:03:26.632-06:00The Ghost Chair<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;">I can finally say that I own a designer chair. For Christmas this year, I received my very own Ghost Chair, <span class="thumbheaderitalic">designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell. I had told my husband that this was what I really, REALLY, wanted for Christmas and to my surprise, he bought it for me (even though he is not a fan of the design.) In honor of The Ghost Chair, here are some interiors that showcase this beautifully designed chair, enjoy!!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Kristy Lee Interiors</td></tr>
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</span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-48889925429244870912011-10-18T23:18:00.000-05:002011-10-18T23:18:21.850-05:00So, I should really be blogging more....I started teaching my Do-It-Yourself Design class at the local community college today and one of my students asked me what blogs I read and I had mentioned that I have my own blog. I told her that I don't write as often as I should and that I wish I had more time to do it. Her response was "You should take it seriously, look at Nate Berkus!" I completely agree with her, I do need to take it more seriously...I would like to write at least one really great, informative post a week. I am at a really cool place in my career right now and I have a lot to talk about...maybe too much, which makes it hard to decide what to blog about. If there is anyone out there who is reading this, do me a favor....give me some ideas on what you, as a blog reader interested in Interior Design, would like to read about. I have a million ideas, but it would be nice to blog about something that I know people want to read!!<br />
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Thanks!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-71843375611542737222011-10-18T22:20:00.000-05:002011-10-18T22:20:22.022-05:00A Fresh Look For An Old Chair!Do you have a vintage chair that needs a makeover? Does it need to be re-upholstered in a fresh, fashionable fabric? Does it need to be re-finished in a bold, bright color? Look no further....check out<br />
<i>The Divine Chair</i>!! <br />
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Designer and Owner, Kitty McBride pairs vintage chairs with new fabrics to create one-of-a-kind art works. McBrides' unique method of updating antique finds into stylish accent pieces for your home can only be described as " Reduce, Re-Use & Re-Style!"<br />
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If you don't have an old chair to refinish, but you love her work, you can also purchase her one-of-a-kind chairs on her website, <i>www.thedivinechair.com.</i><br />
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Here are a few of my favorites but you should check out the rest on her website<i>:</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mel---Kim</td></tr>
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</i><div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-8843471005636082632011-08-16T17:41:00.000-05:002011-08-16T17:41:58.603-05:00The Perfect Bar CartEvery home needs the perfect bar cart (even if you are not a drinker!) It adds an element of glamor and sophistication! Another option is simply a bar stand, which I have in my living room; I bought it from <i></i><i> </i><br />
<i>Classic Remix</i> in the heart of Lincoln Park....I highly recommend you check it out!! To get the perfect look for your bar cart or stand, add a lamp or antique vase; no need to fill it with only glasses. Check out some of these fabulously styled bar carts and stands!...Enjoy!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Apartment Therapy</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Name 5 Things</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via A Well Dressed Home</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Design Public</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Host-It Notes</td></tr>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-44051275292047935592011-08-14T21:13:00.001-05:002011-08-14T21:13:49.333-05:00Cowhide Area Rugs"Really Kim, you want to put a real cowhide on your floor???" I have been asked this question multiple times and the answer is YES!! I know having a cowhide as an area rug may not be the standard in some homes but in mine, it is!! It was actually one of the first things I bought for our new place! So, in honor of the cowhide rug, here are some beautiful interiors that showcase it...ENJOY!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Vastu Interiors</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Western Passion</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Elle Decor</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Hello Metro</td></tr>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-90280167439372778492011-06-02T22:32:00.000-05:002011-06-02T22:32:34.310-05:00PintrestI have recently discovered a website call Pinterest!! I am in love! Pinterest is a visual pinboard where you can collect and share all sorts of things you love. You create different boards and add pins to it...you can follow other peoples boards and re-pin their pins to your boards (they get the credit of course!) It's a great way to share your interests and find out what others are interested in! You may even find a new love for something. My suggestion is to check it out...you have to sign up to be a member, but it is definitely worth it!<br />
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Happy Pinning!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-49309961967202920552011-03-08T01:20:00.002-06:002011-03-08T01:24:51.338-06:00Fresh, Unique Solutions for Bookshelves.My fiance and I are moving in together in August; I am so excited to finally get to design/decorate my own place; every room, every detail. One feature that I have always wanted in my living room is wall to wall, floor to ceiling bookshelves. Here are some really unique bookshelves with some really great storage solutions. Hope you enjoy!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Cup of Jo</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> I love the drapery that covers the shelving. It adds another layer and texture to this space. The drapery focuses on the height of the space. <i>via Feng Shui Crazy </i></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>via My Bit of Earth</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>via Seattle Tall Poppy</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>via Woodworkers Wood Shop</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>via Seattle Tall Poppy</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is such a great option for any room. It looks beautiful and interesting...much more interesting than a side table or console. This is a unique substitute to your typical bookshelves.. <i>via rol.vn</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This may be my favorite..not because of the shelving but because I am obsessed with the Ghost Chairs. I would love to have a set of Ghost Chairs for our dining room. They just add such a fresh element to the space. <i>via Material Girls</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The mirror in the center is a fantastic way to break up the height and clutter of the bookshelves. It also serves as a focal point for the space. <i>via Apartment Therapy</i></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-34290443617124534712011-03-04T02:07:00.000-06:002011-03-04T02:07:06.473-06:00Accent TablesI have been searching for the perfect accent table for a fabulous home we are designing in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL. During my search, I have stumbled upon some really fantastic tables and thought I would share my findings with you. Enjoy!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Lauren Lozano Ziol Interior Design</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via Golden Triangle</td></tr>
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</tbody></table><div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-76877460022200639832011-02-02T00:31:00.000-06:002011-02-02T00:31:11.444-06:002011 Color Trend: GrayI would like to welcome Gray, with open arms, as the new color trend of 2011. This chic, sophisticated color is being seen not only in interiors, but fashion as well; it has taken on the title of "The New Neutral." Are you looking for a neutral color scheme without the boring cream's and beige's? Try creating an all gray, monochromatic, scheme with the addition of bold, graphic patterns and white and black accessories. Looking for something more industrial? Try adding stainless steel or metallic accessories to the mix? Do you like bold colors? Try adding pops of bright Blues, Reds, Purples and Oranges (another big trend for 2011) to your scheme. The key to creating a successful gray color palette is to use all shades, ranging from black to white. If you are not sure you want to fully commit to an all gray color palette, try adding charcoal gray furniture to your space with a more bold color for the walls. You may also want to incorporate warmer materials to the space, such as wood or leather. There are so many ways to incorporate Gray into your home. Take a look at some fabulous Gray interiors. <br />
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I need to come up with ideas for a new description of the class (I am under the impression that I get to create a new curriculum for the class, along with a supplies and materials list.) The class is only for four weeks and there is only 8 sessions. I know exactly what I want to teach them, what I think they should bring to class and what the goal/end result of the class is to be; I am just not sure what learning level children are at between the ages of 10-13. Do they understand measurement, concept, color theory, etc. These are all things I want to cover along with design terms, drawings and tools! <br />
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I want to learn the proper way of creating and presenting a lesson plan so that I am prepared for my interview. If there is any one out there who has any ideas and /or tips for me, I would greatly appreciate it!!<br />
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Thank you all!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-67582341375753572502010-11-23T14:50:00.001-06:002010-11-23T15:17:43.341-06:00Have you started your 20 year journey yet?As an inspiring interior designer, I have found it very difficult to find my niche in this very large and very intimidating world. I work as a design assistant to a fabulous interior designer who has truly made a name for herself!! She has traveled the world, lived in Paris, was a New Kids on the Block groupie (I saw pictures!), studied interior design and art history, wrote articles for magazines, is a wife and a mother, has a beautiful home in a fantastic neighborhood, owns her own business (with an assistant) and the list goes on and on!! Compared to her, I have accomplished so little!! I feel like I will never, ever get to a place where she is at now! She once told me that it took her 20 years of hard work, unpaid jobs and delivering muffins to get to where she is today! "You have to pay your dues," is what she told me!! It is a scary thought that I have to wait 20 years to be where I want to be!!<br />
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I am currently reading "If You Have To Cry, Go Outside" by Kelly Cutrone. I am only on chapter three and I LOVE it!! She talks about her first experience visiting New York City and how she just knew that she had to be there; live there; create a new life for herself there. She knew that she did not fit in in her hometown; she was different!! Against all odds and discouragement, she moved there with no certain plans!! She talks about finding your tribe; a community of friends, mentors, mothers, artists, socialites, executives; people who you can share your journey with because it is no fun to travel it alone! She talks about finding out who it is you are and that the only way to do that is by making sure that you start on the right path to finding your destiny; wherever it may take you!!<br />
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This made me think about my journey; it made me question if I have even started this journey that will take me 20 years to travel!! I thought that I would get a great job right out of college because I had a Bachelor's Degree. I thought I would work my way up the corporate ladder, get paid a huge salary, be offered great benefits, have a 9-5 job and make enough money to pay for a wedding and save for our perfect house!! HAHA well, let me tell you, none of that has happened yet!! I work two jobs (the second as a waitress), I get paid very little, have no benefits, work odd hours, drive over 50 miles a day to get to work, live paycheck to paycheck and still live at home!! BUT, I then realized that not having the perfect job or enough money or no house IS my journey and it has, for sure, started!! I would not give up all the great experiences and people I have met in the last year for any 9-5 job! Every day is a new opportunity to meet new people, talk to someone you may not usually talk to, ask questions instead of just wondering, make a phone call instead of waiting for an email! Kelly talks about surrounding yourself with people who support you and your decisions, whether they agree with them or not!! She said that sometimes, your tribe is not where you are and that you may have to move to a new location to find it!! That is a scary thought for me and I am not at that point in my journey yet, but it sure does make me think about who I surround myself with and whether they are hindering or supporting me!! It makes me question if I want to live in the city or stay in the suburbs. I have just passed the 1 year mark on my journey, so only 19 more or so until I have found my niche!! I want to create my own path and what happens along the way, not have someone else create it for me!! I want to experience all that I can in this short time that I have on this earth!! I look forward to the next 19 years and what may or may not happen along the way. I only hope that I meet fabulous people and end up where I know I as supposed to be!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-67952131097956874542010-11-16T21:48:00.000-06:002010-11-16T21:48:44.796-06:00Who wants traditional wallpaper when you can have Peel & Stick Wall Murals!!As of November 16, 2010, Eazywallz.com has launched its Peel and Stick Wall Murals! This product is a fresh and innovative alternative to traditional wallpaper. You can select a high quality image from over a thousand or you can personalize your mural by uploading your own photo and choosing a custom size. The mural is made from adhesive woven fabric, but has the look and feel of a soft canvas; it will not rip, wrinkle or tear. The best part is that you can reposition and reuse your wall mural without the adhesive weakening; it will not leave any residue or damage your walls. Peel & Stick Wall Murals are not just for walls, they can be applied to mirrors, tiles, cars, windows, furniture and much more. Another perk, free shipping across North America! To get more information on Peel & Stick Wall Murals, go to Eazywallz.com! There are over a thousand images to browse and instructions on how to customize and install your new Wall Mural!<br />
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While at Carson Pierre Scott, I found this great pair of Bandolino black and brown flats. I was excited because I only have to purchase one pair and not two; usually I would buy a black pair and a brown pair. This way, I can wear them with either a black or brown outfit. Then, I remembered that a good friend of mine suggested that I write about the combination of black and brown in interior decorating; her and her husband recently renovated their kitchen using this combination. I am sure you have heard the fashion rule that you can not mix black and brown. This rule also applied to interiors, however, it does not seem to apply anymore. I am a former believer and follower of this rule, but it seems that I have been proven wrong. This combination of black and brown seems to be popping up more and more in fashion and interiors. <br />
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Let me give you a little background on these colors. Both black and brown are neutral colors. When paired together in a space, they can create an elegant or contemporary feel, especially if you add another neutral color such as a cream or off-white. Another great idea is to add a pop of color such as an orange or a red. The two neutrals, black and brown, will really make the bold color stand out. You can use the bold color for accents, such as throws or vases. Black and brown, paired together, gives a feeling of luxury, especially if you use rich fabrics and textures. This pairing can also be very dark and sensual; a more masculine feel. There are different values for both black and brown, so trying using gray or taupe to create a calming, more modern feel. If you hang anything on the wall, such a painting or a photograph, these neutral colors will really make the wall decor stand out, since black and brown will not take away from other colors, hence the idea of a neutral. Another cool idea is to use a wall paper that combines the two colors, maybe a flocked damask, this makes it easier to pull the scheme together. If you prefer to stick with paint on the walls, try using a rug that combines neutrals colors. The most important thing to remember when decorating with this combination is to create contrast in the room. Try not to use chocolate brown and black, instead, use a tan or off-white. This will create the contrast that you want. When in doubt, add white! Check out some of these black and brown interiors....you may become a follower of this trend too!<br />
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</tbody></table><div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-80977987372230955092010-11-07T23:57:00.000-06:002010-11-07T23:57:16.535-06:00Peacock Blue....Is this color for you?<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><b><span style="font-size: small;">Favorite color of the season: Peacock Blue!!</span></b> Sure, it is a bit bold, but it is so beautiful and glamorous! There are a ton of ways to incorporate this hot color into your home. You can create a focal wall by applying this color to one wall or really go chic by painting the entire room! Peacock Blue looks awesome with stark white because it creates a high contrast, but it also works well with muted colors and neutrals, such as gray and off white. If you like the bold look, add a bit of Chartreuse to the mix. Another great pair for this color is gold, which is my personal favorite! If you paint one wall Peacock Blue, try adding white as the second color and then add gold accents like mirrors or chandeliers. If you are not willing to commit to Peacock Blue as the main color in your scheme, try adding a touch of it here or there! A tuffted sofa with matching bolster pillows from Monarch Restoration looks amazing in this color. If you think an entire sofa dedicated to this color is not for you, add some accent pillows in a rich fabric from IMAN home; she has a great peacock pattern. If you really just want a small dose of this gorgeous color, try adding a Peacock Blue lamp like Susan Schneider's to your night stand or console table. Check out how other designers have showcased this beautiful, rich color.....<br />
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Let me give you a little background. In order to be considered a licensed interior designer, you must have gone to an accredited college and received a degree. After college, you must work in the field of interior design for so many hours, which equals about 2 years if you are full time, and then you must take, and pass, a test. If you pass, you are then allowed, by law, to be called an interior designer.<br />
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If you want to be an interior decorator, well, there is no law requirements or education necessary.<br />
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So, lets discuss the difference between the two. A designer has formal training, which is usually in commercial design. They work on the project from the very start, all the way to final completion. This includes programming and schematic design, design development, construction documents and the overseeing of the entire project. A designer can move walls and re-locate windows and doors; a designer will create the shell of the space and follow through with the selections of furniture, materials and lighting. <br />
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A decorator may or may not have formal training; it is not necessary. If they do, it can be in either residential or commercial design. A decorator does not have the authority to move walls or re-locate doors or windows. They strictly design the inside of the shell that the designer created.<br />
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A decorator MUST have talent...either you are good at decorating or you are not; design is a skill that can be learned. Just because you are a designer does not mean that you are a talented decorator. A designer can be skilled in the technical aspect but have absolutely no eye for design or style. Designer, Erica Reitman, said a designer is "someone who guides others towards their own styles using a combination of creativity, innovation, color theory, architecture and psychology." Decorator Phoebe Howard, said this of decoration, "decoration is the comprehensive and conclusive finishing of a home. It is about arranging furnishings in ways that are both pragmatic and beautiful." This is decorator, Nick Olson's answer to the question, "To my understanding, calling oneself an interior designer requires a degree in the field, a professional certification, accreditation and so on. I think the biggest difference between designers and decorators is that the former literally moves walls and other structural elements of a given space, while the latter decorates the box." <br />
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So, it seems that there is a clear definition for both decorator and designer, but is the statement true? Can all designers decorate, but all decorators can not design? I am undecided. I am formally trained, from an accredited college, in commercial design; I just happened to have found my niche in residential design. I am not licensed, yet, but I do have the formal training, so technically, I am skilled to do both decorating and designing. I believe that a decorator and a designer can do the same work...it just depends on their background in design, if any. However, I do believe that a decorator is a decorator for a reason, they are talented and know tons about style, where as a designer may not have that same skill set. On the other hand, a decorator may not have the same skill set as the designer; they may have no idea how a wall is built or know the codes that are put in place to keep people safe. I guess this one is just a matter of opinion, and ego if you ask me! <br />
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So, it looks like I am considered a decorator, and proud of it!!<br />
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What do you think? Would you not hire a super successful and talented decorator to decorate your dream home just because they do not have a degree? <br />
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*Kim*<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-89947185615407300492010-11-02T02:04:00.000-05:002010-11-02T02:04:14.175-05:00How to show off your space in the best light possible!!<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">When I was in college, I tended to focus more on the technical aspect of the project and not the materials, finishes or lighting. It was not until I began to work on real residential projects that I understood the importance of lighting in a space. When a space is being designed, there are key pieces to which attention must be paid; walls, flooring, window coverings, furniture and lighting. Lighting in a space is so important. I found that while I was doing projects for school, I would let this key piece of design fall to the wayside, never giving it any thought. I would flip through a magazine and specify the first light fixture I came across to show that I "thought" about it. If I only knew then how important lighting was to a design, I could have designed some pretty fantastic spaces just by adding an interesting light fixture that was <i>thought</i> about and not just <i>picked</i> out</span>.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">There are many different types of lighting such as table lamps, floor lamps, pedant lighting, wall sconces, task lighting, etc. A space can seem very boring or plain until you add light to it. A light fixture can become the focus of a space. You can conceptualize an entire design around a traditional chandelier or a very modern pendant light. Wall sconces can add symmetry to a space. Table lamps can add interest to a not so interesting table and they are also a great way to add color to a space. Some lighting fixtures can be very feminine and elegant, while others can be very masculine and sophisticated. Lighting is a functional aspect of design, but try not to get too technical when it comes to choosing the right light. Sometimes, a lamp may act as more of a vase or sculpture then a functioning light; this is totally ok!! You want it to have character, after all, you are choosing to put this in a space that represents you! The important thing to remember about lighting is that it should never be an after thought. Next time you redecorate your living room, try to base your design around an interesting table lamp you found, or revamp your foyer or entry way by adding wall sconces or matching ceramic lamps to either side to add symmetry or color. Here are some great ideas for lighting up your space! </span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">While meeting with a new client last week, we discussed some ideas for the re-design of her family room and the idea for a feature art wall. This particular client, and her daughter, love to create their own artwork and showcase it throughout their home. On one wall, the client had hung a beautiful painting, of her daughter, that she, herself, created. We knew this was a piece we had to keep in our new design. There were many other paintings and photographs, scattered throughout the house, that we knew we wanted to use. As I began thinking more about this feature art wall , the idea of art clusters came to me! Why not create a feature art wall with multiple pieces instead of just one large piece?? The painting alone looked fine, but why not try to incorporate more of this clients artwork on to her new feature wall? Why not make it more interesting? More eclectic? Why not add more color and texture? Why not make this wall the focal point of the entire space?</span><br />
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</tbody></table><div class="blogger-post-footer">Thank you for reading! *Kim*</div>Kimberly Dahlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05743674857577542768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3456856975912420895.post-18322724522370106642010-10-29T01:21:00.000-05:002010-11-01T15:30:13.668-05:00Zebra print....who doesn't love it?!?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrQrGRE0Zg9ezNhTxoQPwRrjOol68qSBcJRau7UThgJAOTor4ZXf2qrJ9q_utzr8DRuVz402RdjgNyAMlJ1bM_wbhRU5gJb6mXHvCFXN-L9PvUXE2GICEZqHDd6UxyNWFu8ZG_OfVrCjej/s1600/scan0005.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I have been contemplating the idea of starting a blog for some time now, but I was not sure what I wanted to blog about and more importantly, who will read or care about what I have to say? After careful consideration, I knew I had to write about something that I felt passionately about, something that I would be interested in reading myself and something that I had knowledge of. That's when I knew that I had to write about Interior Design. I want this blog to inspire people, give them a reason to love art and design and enhance my knowledge of design as I continue on my journey to becoming a successful, inspiring, well rounded and humble designer. I want to share with you what inspires me everyday and also share some design tips and tricks</span>. <br />
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</a></div>Before I get into the fun part of this blog, I want to give some background on who I am. My name is Kimberly Huff. I graduated from Columbia College in 2009 with my degree in Interior Architecture. I had big plans of entering into the world of hospitality design and designing 5 star hotels, but that dream fell flat when I struggled to find an internship. I quickly realized that if there were no internships, the chance of landing my dream job was a bit far fetched. As any recent graduate knows, now is not a great time for graduating college and entering the "real world." After months and months of internet searching, thousands of phone calls and emails and many long nights of wondering if I was ever going to graduate from college, I landed a fabulous internship with a well known, Chicago Interior Designer, Lauren Lozano Ziol. The month that I began my internship, she was featured in Chicago Home and Garden Magazine; her photo was on the cover!! Needless to say, I was a bit nervous and intimidated, not only because she was a real interior designer, but because she was a residential interior designer. I had studied commercial design in college and was afraid that I would not do well in this realm of design. I caught on very quickly and began to enjoy this aspect of design; it didn't hurt that I had an amazing mentor!! As luck would have it, she hired me as her design assistant after I graduated and I have been working for her ever since. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfvvHzB4w5jd0jdpx6po2Pb8ku0fg07fz4p8p4lnYe4qJuWDvqjWdNnrvT4HBEQrRGF9vUrhBd6fb-Op1F-NCYt_RrqqhUSS6vkM21gZW7sH6Gr-WtAqgHpzQE7OJ1bPJAgflROyeZwthM/s1600/scan0003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Time to get to the good stuff! I want to start off my very first blog by talking about one of my favorite things...animal print...more specifically...zebra print!! As my friends and family will tell you, I am all about the animal print!! I can not pin point when my obsession began, but I try to incorporate it into every aspect of my life, especially in design (faux, of course!!) I know not everyone is about animal print, but I want to show you how it can be used in design without being tacky, safari-like or overwhelming! Accent pillows are a great way to use animal print. They are small enough to where you will not feel overwhelmed by it, but stylish enough to add something to the space. Another way to incorporate animal print is through upholstery, specifically, on a chair. However, I would not recommend upholstering a sofa in animal print...even I think that is a bit too much! Animal prints can also look great as an area rug or, in some cases, an actual leather hide. This can make a room look traditional or modern, depends on the look you are trying to achieve. It can easily be incorporated into any design. Let me know what your take is on animal print...do you love it or hate it??</span><br />
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