my design essentials

Often my mind changes on design. But there are certain rules that I have yet to let go of. These are rules that I try to follow for me, and to anyone that taps me on my shoulder and asks. Got a design question? Email me here.

I think without unusual pieces, a home can be boring. If you see an item that makes you stop, and think. Or even say..”OH NO”…it may just be what you need. Think conversation pieces.

 

 

From a lamp, to a desk, side table, or trinket…anything in mirror adds a hint of glam.

 

I am obsessed. But I think gray is the new beige only better.

 

I cant stress this enough. DON’T DO IT. Save yourself some money, and only buy the sofa. Add other seating that were not made for your sofa. SOFA SETS are like buying off the mannequin. You should be able to purchase a fabulous practical sofa for your space, and build from it.

 

Don’t these pillows look great together? I think so. No the colors are not the same. They don’t match, but they DO. Picture them on a sofa, or bed grouped together. This is style.

 

 

I think every home needs a vintage piece. Either in its current look, or redone. But vintage adds character.

 

Please. We should no longer be afraid of color these days. Its fixable if you don’t like. Without color…you have basic.

 

I love this piece. Its beautiful to me, and speaks volumes. But horses grab my attention.  Its an unexpected piece, but one that would add value to any room.

 

This is the bedroom of Jamie from I SUWANNEE. When I look at this room, I see a room that has been decorated from the heart. This is all about using what you love.

 

In the photo below. The plant is art itself. Back in the day IVY was the plant that every household had. Some homes even had IVY hanging from the ceiling, crawling across countertops…the list goes on. That look is OUT. If you pick the right greenery, simple can go along way.

I hope these help you when your thinking of design for your home.

High Fives & Hugs,

Tamara Styles