This week, we address frequent home decor challenges through the creative lens of designer Colleen Simonds. Colleen's playful portfolio spaces have been published in top outlets and she offers practical tips for navigating choices, layouts, color selection, art sourcing, window treatments, and establishing focal points. Colleen gives us some great strategies for transforming common pain points into imaginative designs tailored to one's lifestyle, including approaches for maximalism, small spaces, and connected rooms.
What You’ll Hear On This Episode:
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Decorating Dilemma:
Thanks for writing in, Kim! First, what a charming space! And your art and decor already feel very well collected. Colleen’s first suggestion would be wallpaper. You may consider a lighter-toned grass cloth to add warmth and texture. Or, if you want a pattern, a vertical wallpaper pattern can be a great way to lengthen the room and add some pop of color. A round table with a leaf can also open things up but still serve as a way to keep the flow between the rooms.
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Ep. 323: How To Choose The Right Paint with Sandie Mazzi
Ep. 322: The Importance of Comfort (and Accessories!) with Andi Morse
Ep. 321: Layers, Levels, and Storytelling with Lathem Gordon and Cate Dunning
Ep. 320: Live Now with Victoria Hagan
Ep. 319: European Entertaining with Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen
Ep. 318: Patina Meadow with the Giannettis - Pt. 2
Ep. 317: Patina Meadow with the Giannettis - Pt. 1
Ep. 316: Entertaining Essentials with Carson Kressley
Ep. 314: Trials and Triumphs
Ep. 313: Taking Risks and Bringing out the Unexpected with Jessica Davis
Ep. 312: Blending Old and New with Hattie Sparks
Ep. 311: Tradition with a Twist with Lauren Robbins
Ep. 310: The Elegant Life with Alex Papachristidis
Ep. 309: Expert Organizing Tips with NEAT Method
Ep. 308: Mixing Patterns in a Neutral Room w/ Design Alchemy
Ep. 307: The Joy of Home with Ashley Gilbreath
Ep. 306: Trials and Triumphs
Bonus Episode: One-on-One with Design Services
Ep. 305: Behind-the-Scenes of Design School with Justin Q. Williams
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