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Cinco de Mayo: 5 Ways to Use Mexican-Inspired Tile

Architectural Ceramics

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Deep, rich colors are then painted over the white. The beauty in handmade or hand-painted tile is that the glaze and embellishments will vary in color. Talavera hand-painted tile, used on the risers of a staircase, adds instant drama.

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Top 2016 Design Trends You Need To Know

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

We have compiled a list of what we predict will be the biggest 2016 design trends. Here’s the scoop on five key design elements to keep an eye on as the year unfolds, as well as tips on how to seamlessly incorporate modern takes on these looks into your existing interiors. You don’t have to go all out, however.

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Heath Finds: AVOFrom February 6 – March 31, 2016 we’re pleased.

Heath Ceramics

Heath Finds: AVO From February 6 – March 31, 2016 we’re pleased to host the work of AVO in our showrooms. Rooted at the intersection of art and design, AVO’s signature hand-painted cowhide rugs juxtapose material, shape, and pattern. Come meet Brit Kleinman of AVO at Heath SF and LA, enjoy light snacks, and shop her work.

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Fresh Trend: How to Mix Metals For a Luxe Look

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: Nostralux ”Platinum, gold, copper, steel — as long as they’ve got metallic sheen, they go together in our book,” House Beautiful said in its 2016 trend report. Image: Apple Rose gold couldn’t be a more perfect addition to tie in the mixed-metal look that’s coming in so strong for 2016. We agree wholeheartedly.

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Home Sellers: These 7 Outdated Design Trends Could Hurt Your Chances of Finding a Buyer

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Even if you’re not up for a complete redesign, replacing the paneling with some simply painted drywall will allow potential buyers to see a wealth of possibilities for how they may be able to use the space. If you still have paneling in your basement, it’s time to take the plunge.

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How to Use Pale Trending Colors of the Year in your Home

Stagetecture

Paint and home decor companies know that autumn signals a renewed interest in “nesting” for most homeowners. The introduction of color palettes and design trends for the coming year is timed to whet public appetite for making changes to the home environment. Pure Vida Sherwin Williams. Go subdued in a guest powder room.

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Loving My LED Desk Lamp #LifeInABetterLight & OttLite Giveaway

Stagetecture

Most likely the problem is your lighting and not your eyes Trust me, everyday the lighting at my desk for my interior design, photography and for crafting is vital to me being able to do my job and activities I enjoy! Visit OttLite and receive 30% off any purchase on OttLite using coupon code OttliteLED30 through May 31, 2016.

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