Going "Green" doesn't mean you have to scrimp on style!

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I have found FABULOUS furniture and accessories eveytime I have gone in. JD Madison has some really great lines that are in keeping with being good to our earth.<br /><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Findex2.html"></a><br />Experience Eco-Design at JD Madison<br /><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Findex2.html"></a><br />"At JD Madison, we firmly believe that looking good shouldn't have to take a back-seat to doing good. We currently feature more than <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fgreen%2F">ten incredible lines</a> of furniture, fabrics and carpeting that are made from reclaimed, recycled or certified sustainable materials.<br /><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fgreen%2F"></a><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fgreen%2F"></a>Look for this Green symbol on the pages of our <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmmadison.com">Website</a> and on the hang-tags in our store to help you find our <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">eco</span>-friendly furniture and accessory lines.<br />Things to look for when shopping for <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">eco</span>-friendly furnishings include: sustainable, recycled and reclaimed woods, non-toxic stains and finishes, natural and recycled fibers and fabrics, and chemical-free pigments and dyes. " <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fgreen%2F">Green Lines</a> at JD Madison currently include: <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fhtml%2Fbright.html">Bright Chair</a>, <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fhtml%2Fbroadloom.html">Broadloom Carpeting</a>, <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fhtml%2Fcentral_station.html">Central Station</a>, <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fhtml%2Fcisco.html"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Cisco</span> Brothers</a>, and the <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fhtml%2Fodegard.html">Stephanie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Odegard</span> Collection</a>.<br /><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com%2Fhtml%2Fcontact.html" target="_new">Get directions to the showroom</a><br /><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com" target="_new"></a><br />1301 NW <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Glisan</span> Street in the Pearl District503.827.6037 • <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&msgid=31014052&act=17ZG&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com">http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1043738225&<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">msgid</span>=31014052&act=17<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">ZG</span>&c=106832&admin=0&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdmadison.com</a> </div></div></div>

Going "Green" doesn't mean you have to scrimp on style!

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Live From Milan Design Week!

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJjrwed5BBagxe5mSEDg_tTzzteqayZ-IJ01K0fsU3urRNEvJegGYIx7fX_oVTtiX6gx_xBuj1JuloLUvzwn9vWEUVaTNh7daubRPfunnr7JVEN77qyEgHu_AXVno-B0octATTcp-F2S0_/s1600-h/IMG00018-edited%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327928071928112274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJjrwed5BBagxe5mSEDg_tTzzteqayZ-IJ01K0fsU3urRNEvJegGYIx7fX_oVTtiX6gx_xBuj1JuloLUvzwn9vWEUVaTNh7daubRPfunnr7JVEN77qyEgHu_AXVno-B0octATTcp-F2S0_/s320/IMG00018-edited%5B1%5D.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 254px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div> </div><br /><div><br /><br />What’s next in modern design? Attending <a href="http://www.cosmit.com/tool/home.php?s=0,2,67,71,75" target="_blank">i Saloni</a> is the best way to find out. Metropolitan Home Editor in Chief Donna Warner and Deputy Director, Design News, Arlene Hirst are on the scene all week, reporting back with their favorite finds from the world’s most influential modern furniture fair via <a href="http://twitter.com/home" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Check out our roundup of the hottest tweets (with pics!) straight from the Milan fair's endless floors to the jam-packed streets.<br />Above: <a href="http://twitter.com/methome" target="_blank">@methome</a> Huge colorful "street lights" illuminate Milan's chic <a class="iAs" href="http://www.pointclickhome.com/blogs/savvy_chic/live_milan_design_week#" itxtdid="8376366" style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal! important; FONT-SIZE: 100%! important; PADDING-BOTTOM: 1px! important; COLOR: darkgreen! important; BORDER-BOTTOM: darkgreen 0.07em solid; BACKGROUND-COLOR: transparent! important; TEXT-DECORATION: underline! important" target="_blank">shopping</a> street, via Montenapoleone and promote the <a href="http://www.euroluce.com/" target="_blank">Euroluce</a> lighting fair.<br /><a href="http://twitter.com/methome" target="_blank">@methome</a> Entrance to the very modern i Salone fairgrounds in Milan by architect Massimiliano Fuksas.<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/methome" target="_blank">@methome</a> Philippe Starck shows his genius with the "Masters" chair, paying homage to Jacobsen, Saarinen, and Eames in the dynamic <a href="http://www.kartell.it/" target="_blank">Kartell</a> booth.<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/methome" target="_blank">@methome</a> Brilliant designer Naoto Fukasawa designed this "Papilio" chair for the equally forward-thinking <a href="http://www.bebitalia.it/" target="_blank">B&B</a>. Cool zipper up the back.<br />We'll be blogging Met Home's Twitter highlights throughout the design fairs (High Point Market and K/BIS are up next!) but for all the behind-the-scenes news, insights and photos, follow the editors at <a href="http://twitter.com/methome" target="_blank">Twitter.com/methome</a>. </div>

Live From Milan Design Week!

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Redesign on a Budget

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik0sJmBLCgt4GF1WBg8hMRNyusaEQKhrqks4pTLxmFKLoWfzbBt199Y__cQDgJlJlXBV-u3KkREr0eiTDP9BGPrjhrLajPpto9tSaWLm8hfnk2hyphenhypheneFezqv-F58VsniAwGUwiCyULaS0anU/s1600-h/law-photo1-big%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5326310487270438914" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik0sJmBLCgt4GF1WBg8hMRNyusaEQKhrqks4pTLxmFKLoWfzbBt199Y__cQDgJlJlXBV-u3KkREr0eiTDP9BGPrjhrLajPpto9tSaWLm8hfnk2hyphenhypheneFezqv-F58VsniAwGUwiCyULaS0anU/s320/law-photo1-big%5B1%5D.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div>Everyone is pulling in, the wealthy and the not so <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">wealthy</span>. Now is the time to get inventive with your decor dollars.<br /><br /><strong>Easy updates without braking the bank!</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Replace your lamps.</strong> Lamps are like sculptures or pieces of art. Crate and Barrel, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Ikea</span></span>, West Elm and Room and Board all have some fabulous finds in the lamp department. Look for lamps to add colorful accents to your room. Gravitate towards interesting shapes...find something out of the norm. If you don't like the shade replace it at a lamp store...they have all kinds of shapes and colors and textural materials.<br /><br /><strong>Paint your room.</strong> Paint color will give you the biggest bang for your buck. It may take some elbow grease to complete the job ...but oh what a difference a new paint color will make!<br /><br /><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Re-upholster</span> a <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">favorite</span></span> chair.</strong> Look up an <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">upholstery</span> school in your area and get a bid.<br /><br /><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Re frame</span> some art.</strong> It is<strong> </strong>amazing what a new mat and frame will do for an <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">art piece</span> it can be like a breath of fresh air. There are many do-it-yourself framing shops to keep prices down. </div><div></div><div><strong>Replace your <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">end tables</span>.</strong> New updated <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">end tables</span> can make a stale room look fresh.</div><div></div><div>Don't forget to sell your replaced items on Craig's list, give them to the Goodwill or give them way on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">freecycle</span>.com<br /><br />Let me know if you have other budget design tricks to share.</div>

Redesign on a Budget

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I am the luckiest woman in the world!

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I want to share some more photos from the a job I recently finished. My work never ceases to give me great pleasure! I am as amazed as my client's are when the job is done. It gives me so much <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">satisfaction</span> to see the end result and to be pleased and surprised by how it all works out. I am impressed with my client's savvy to hire a designer in the first place, because many of them have never worked with a designer before.<br />It can be a frightening <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">proposition</span>! Think about it...a stranger is going to come into your home and spend your hard earned money on big ticket items and you wonder HOW can this designer possibly know what we want/need? A good designer uses a comprehensive <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">questionnaire</span> along with strong intuitive skills for reading not only the most important ingredient -the- client but what design would best fit the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">architecture</span> of the home, the lighting, the position of the home on the site etc. Below are some reasons to get some help from a professional.<br /><br />Why Hire a Designer<br />1. Provide solutions: Each project, small or large presents challenges. Whether it is lack of storage, poor traffic flow, lack of a color scheme, maximizing light and space or unusual windows and how to dress them.<br />2. Prevent costly mistakes: So many choices, too many options, and this product over that product. There are so many decisions to make and questions to answer it can be overwhelming unless you have encountered those decisions dozens of times before. With all of my experience I save you money by working quickly and doing it right the first time.<br />3. Guidance: I know sources well enough to edit the options and offer seasoned advice to guide clients through the myriad of design choices. I will give you peace of mind you will get all of my experience.<br />4. Well connected: Any design is only as good as its execution. Designers work with the best workrooms, carpenters, and painters and have the clout to make sure the price matches the quality.<br />5. Resources: I have access to the world of furnishings, fabrics and accessories that are “to the trade only” that would be otherwise unavailable to consumers.<br />6. Convenience: I will save you time and aggravation by bringing the store to you.<br />7. Set priorities: I will help allocate your “design dollars” and how best to spend your money now and plan for the future phases of your design project.<br />8. Liaison/advocate: I work with the trades-people and manufactures regularly and have more leverage to get things repaired or replaced when necessary.<br />9. Working through opposing taste: I can be the third party to join taste and style between husband and wife or significant other.<br />10. Get the job done: I see to it that everything is completed. Often when a project drags on for months, clients might be inclined to leave those few details undone if they are doing it they are doing it themselves. It’s the designer’s job to see to it that every aspect is completed to your satisfaction.</div></div></div>

I am the luckiest woman in the world!

Because I love my job! I want to share some more photos from the a job I recently finished. My work never ceases to give me great pleasure! ...

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How to Hang ART

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDM5_wdAzfMjp4BtJwUILQ-3waqprQeBx1xBx1dwswE4gBv8g3jWcoXM0qkLc8gQ2ROSQ3_Fc_Tws51-dKRL-Bp5kZLHUbtVdI_HQmJ44jnUq02IlUy-QeBs9EvJ6iatKFFQiB7qelTz94/s1600-h/mont-photo1-big%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321943807342520962" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDM5_wdAzfMjp4BtJwUILQ-3waqprQeBx1xBx1dwswE4gBv8g3jWcoXM0qkLc8gQ2ROSQ3_Fc_Tws51-dKRL-Bp5kZLHUbtVdI_HQmJ44jnUq02IlUy-QeBs9EvJ6iatKFFQiB7qelTz94/s320/mont-photo1-big%5B1%5D.jpg" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 212px" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMr4L4xOa7cECp8hANdXushxWEzy5YCs-euHtjYxEFSwoiRV_xk7GieRSERMU8fRS7l7GBzZuFW0edG8ncwbTr3dRGKMORvKXGOWeUoghG2QtZ1d2jRR2eGTawn260H876N9R3zsp_Pxfg/s1600-h/elliot-photo1-big%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321943134196953458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMr4L4xOa7cECp8hANdXushxWEzy5YCs-euHtjYxEFSwoiRV_xk7GieRSERMU8fRS7l7GBzZuFW0edG8ncwbTr3dRGKMORvKXGOWeUoghG2QtZ1d2jRR2eGTawn260H876N9R3zsp_Pxfg/s320/elliot-photo1-big%5B1%5D.jpg" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg97tF6y0ceiNVfcglYcrcgU_DOjxIBaupGfDloyrH3cErBLmdIyYfE1B5b_8VB1T-zOn3SWPQDLudvJKmRa_Ltb-E7qYvAfzG7dw6qjKjHZYsIq_9anvTj6qIB55KwZTnBDpsHG7AThBPL/s1600-h/vanlake-photo5B-big%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321942967808180930" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg97tF6y0ceiNVfcglYcrcgU_DOjxIBaupGfDloyrH3cErBLmdIyYfE1B5b_8VB1T-zOn3SWPQDLudvJKmRa_Ltb-E7qYvAfzG7dw6qjKjHZYsIq_9anvTj6qIB55KwZTnBDpsHG7AThBPL/s320/vanlake-photo5B-big%5B1%5D.jpg" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div>There is an art to hanging art. The design principles come into play when arranging artwork. Proportion, rhythm, and scale need to be well thought out to achieve a pleasing end result.<br /><strong>Proportion:</strong> How can you tell if your artwork is the proper size for the room? Squint your eyes. Does the artwork seem too small or too large for the wall on which it is hanging? When you narrow your eyes, elements that are out of proportion will become glaringly apparent. A good rule of thumb to ensure proper proportion when hanging art above furniture is to keep your artwork within the width of the furniture it is hanging over. A painting above a buffet that is several inches larger than the width of the buffet throws the balance of both pieces off. The painting will visually topple over the buffet. The buffet will be dwarfed. An exception to this rule would be a using a mural, a very large piece of art or collection of works of art together to compose an arrangement. When in doubt, it is best to stay within the width of your furniture.<br /><strong>Rhythm:</strong> Art can help you balance the visual weight of your furniture or other competing dominant elements. Your eye can stop on those elements because of their sheer size. Artwork creates rhythm, allowing your eye to flow from one point of the room to the next, without stopping on one dominant element.<br /><strong>Scale:</strong> I have found that a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">sizeable</span> piece of artwork hung in a small room will enlarge the space. Squint your eyes. Does the artwork seem too small or too large for the wall on which it is hanging? When you narrow your eyes, elements that are out of proportion will become glaringly apparent. Hanging art from floor to ceiling will draw the eye up and make the ceiling seem higher.<br /><strong>Mix of odd numbers</strong> -- three, five or seven pieces of art hung together can create a great deal of interest on an otherwise boring wall. Hanging art from floor to ceiling will draw the eye up and make the ceiling seem higher. To add extra interest, I like to incorporate three-dimensional pieces along with artwork on a large wall that needs to be filled — a pair of wall-mounted iron and glass sconces that hold big chunky candles paired with three paintings, two paintings hung side by side and the third painting hung on top with the candle sconces on each side of the two paintings hung side by side. A rustic antique corbel with a decorative plate perched atop adds another layer, lending even greater appeal to a wall hung with framed artwork. A round decorative mirror hung in the center of a wall over a sofa with six smaller paintings or prints hung around it is a real attention-getter.<br />Paintings or prints are not the only scene <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">stealers</span>. A colorful rug can be used as a wall hanging over the balcony of a second-story stairwell. Hang a carved goose from the ceiling in the corner of a den. I decided to start a fish theme on our houseboat. I contacted a metal artist to make a wire sculpture of a salmon to hang over our fireplace. Frame your collections for instant conversation starters.<br /><strong>Hanging tip:</strong> For large pieces of art use two hooks. If you have a heavy piece you’ll want to find a stud to secure your artwork. Use your imagination and experiment. You can always <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">spackle</span> and paint if you get it wrong the first time. </div><br /><br /><br /><div><strong>Designer Secret:</strong> When creating a gallery wall using more than one piece of art, a helpful technique is to cut out butcher paper patterns the size of your artwork and position them on the wall with blue painter’s tape. That way you can get a visual idea of how your composition will look and make any changes in the arrangement before you pound any holes in the wall.<br />Art is the soul of your home, give it your full focus, and you will be richly rewarded with many years of viewing pleasure. Happy hanging!</div></div></div>

How to Hang ART

There is an art to hanging art. The design principles come into play when arranging artwork. Proportion, rhythm, and scale need to be well t...

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Author Rollo May says it best “It takes courage to create!”

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaaKbpladEjrayy1BlcmR-_um8VGBZh5fd0Gi6x-jKLIOOw0ClWinWaxaUZGEObWzrvDmNTBpN6ihpv2fkwlZPV-0d4wA9gWMrQhayhcZSJAHbfcr9DQmxN0Z1QPTx_Q7mEmdpfbiWYJwC/s1600-h/photo-tips%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321043716204902466" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaaKbpladEjrayy1BlcmR-_um8VGBZh5fd0Gi6x-jKLIOOw0ClWinWaxaUZGEObWzrvDmNTBpN6ihpv2fkwlZPV-0d4wA9gWMrQhayhcZSJAHbfcr9DQmxN0Z1QPTx_Q7mEmdpfbiWYJwC/s320/photo-tips%5B1%5D.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 249px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3MfG163ZTNzgj2ovSv6VpDKjLorlDLvmhunOXLqy7CoUYMR3OhCks1WNmYnmIo2h5SUtwJsvyZSJFP9jp4G4IUjev_P5hryDlPhsjMkddTSGByvPa4GTbFQuQZESDBX11zx03a0V2ktef/s1600-h/photo-contact-2%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321043524431138530" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3MfG163ZTNzgj2ovSv6VpDKjLorlDLvmhunOXLqy7CoUYMR3OhCks1WNmYnmIo2h5SUtwJsvyZSJFP9jp4G4IUjev_P5hryDlPhsjMkddTSGByvPa4GTbFQuQZESDBX11zx03a0V2ktef/s320/photo-contact-2%5B1%5D.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 249px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><br /><div>Each time I start a design project I realize all of the steps it takes to get from concept to completion. A designer must start with a "vision" for the space based upon the wants and needs of the client while respecting the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">architecture</span> of the home. The vision for me comes easily. I can see the completed project before me. The accessories are the only variables that are filled in once the art and furniture are in place. It does take courage to create especially for other people.</div><div></div><div>If you are designing for yourself, I want to encourage you to trust the process and your intuitive skills to choose the right thing. Go to this blog entry to read about developing your style <a href="http://kimberleejaynes.blogspot.com/2009/01/decorating-taste-testwhats-your-style.html">http://kimberleejaynes.blogspot.com/2009/01/decorating-taste-testwhats-your-style.html</a></div></div>

Author Rollo May says it best “It takes courage to create!”

Each time I start a design project I realize all of the steps it takes to get from concept to completion. A designer must start with a ...

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