Bombay chest accentuated with curved legs and French Provincial armoire add softness to linear spaces.   Design Thought:  If a bedroom is small and additional drawers and cubbyholes are needed, consider going vertical with an armoire or a

Bombay chest accentuated with curved legs and French Provincial armoire add softness to linear spaces.  

Design Thought:  If a bedroom is small and additional drawers and cubbyholes are needed, consider going vertical with an armoire or a highboy.  They take up less floor space.

Habersham ladderback chair with Visual Comfort antique wood chandelier Design Thought:  With the outside view through the window perfectly centered in the doorway add a rustic Dovetail accent table and lamp to stylize the bathroom entry.

Habersham ladderback chair with Visual Comfort antique wood chandelier

Design Thought:  With the outside view through the window perfectly centered in the doorway add a rustic Dovetail accent table and lamp to stylize the bathroom entry.

A tight-back upholstered sofa in ticking stripe with double-rolled arms fits in any style. Design Thought:   Ticking fabric works well in high use areas, is durable for everyday use and holds up well to washing.  It is tightly woven and v

A tight-back upholstered sofa in ticking stripe with double-rolled arms fits in any style.

Design Thought:   Ticking fabric works well in high use areas, is durable for everyday use and holds up well to washing.  It is tightly woven and very sturdy. 

Farmhouse table, black rustic pendants and asparagus green slatback chairs upholstered in a neutral colored Frieze′ fabric Design Thought;  Frieze′ fabric is 100% cotton and has a heavy, warp yarn pile with a closed loop that makes it very str

Farmhouse table, black rustic pendants and asparagus green slatback chairs upholstered in a neutral colored Frieze′ fabric

Design Thought;  Frieze′ fabric is 100% cotton and has a heavy, warp yarn pile with a closed loop that makes it very strong, durable and absorbent; important for use with dining chairs.

Four poster bed in dark mahogany with white Belgium linens and antique chest Design Thought:  Measure ceiling before committing to a four poster or canopy bed.  Guidelines suggest a minimum of 12 inches clearance from the height of the ce

Four poster bed in dark mahogany with white Belgium linens and antique chest

Design Thought:  Measure ceiling before committing to a four poster or canopy bed.  Guidelines suggest a minimum of 12 inches clearance from the height of the ceiling to the top of the post.

Bohemian chest houses traditional lamp with ticking stripe shade   Design Thought:  When purchasing small tables always measure the height and refer to standard guidelines.  For that eclectic feel mix the style of the nightstands whi

Bohemian chest houses traditional lamp with ticking stripe shade  

Design Thought:  When purchasing small tables always measure the height and refer to standard guidelines.  For that eclectic feel mix the style of the nightstands while maintaining the same height on either side of the bed.

A casual slipcovered sofa, two striped side chairs, a traditional tight-back upholstered arm chair, rustic console table, stylish end tables, metal lamps, paisley draperies and creme-colored area rug lend a cohesive look to eclectic pieces. Resourc

A casual slipcovered sofa, two striped side chairs, a traditional tight-back upholstered arm chair, rustic console table, stylish end tables, metal lamps, paisley draperies and creme-colored area rug lend a cohesive look to eclectic pieces.

Resources:  

Sofa:  VanGuard with Miles Talbot “Washed Turks” fabric
Side Chairs:  Hickory Chair with Miles Talbot “Washed Caicos” fabric
Accent Chair:  CR Laine with Robert Allen “Dignified” fabric
Console Table:  Century Furniture
Throw:  Pottery Barn
Side Tables: Habersham
Lamps:  Visual Comfort
Area Rug:  Nourisan “Grosse Point”
Drapery Fabric:  Lee Jofa “Medina”

Design Thought:  Console tables placed behind a floating sofa can delineate spaces in an open floor plan.

Century casual slipcovered chair in same CR Laine fabric as custom duvet on contemporary upholstered bed  Design Thought:  Bedrooms should be designed to accommodate a bed, dresser or chest of drawers,  one chair or bench.  Two

Century casual slipcovered chair in same CR Laine fabric as custom duvet on contemporary upholstered bed 

Design Thought:  Bedrooms should be designed to accommodate a bed, dresser or chest of drawers,  one chair or bench.  Two bedside tables are important to place lamps for additional lighting, a clock, glass of water or reading material.  

Family memories are created with artfully hung portraits. Design Thought:  Lay the pictures on the floor before hanging and arrange and re-arrange the sizes and shapes until satisfied.  Keep small groups of like frames together to form so

Family memories are created with artfully hung portraits.

Design Thought:  Lay the pictures on the floor before hanging and arrange and re-arrange the sizes and shapes until satisfied.  Keep small groups of like frames together to form some symmetry.  Mix sizes and shapes for an interesting look.

Mix it up and go eclectic in the dining room Design Thought:  Look for six of those 80’s chairs from your local flea market and paint the frames bright yellow.  Purchase six to eight of your favorite fabrics in different styles and colors

Mix it up and go eclectic in the dining room

Design Thought:  Look for six of those 80’s chairs from your local flea market and paint the frames bright yellow.  Purchase six to eight of your favorite fabrics in different styles and colors: stripes, florals, checks, etc. Reupholster with no particular symmetry.

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Bombay chest accentuated with curved legs and French Provincial armoire add softness to linear spaces.   Design Thought:  If a bedroom is small and additional drawers and cubbyholes are needed, consider going vertical with an armoire or a
Habersham ladderback chair with Visual Comfort antique wood chandelier Design Thought:  With the outside view through the window perfectly centered in the doorway add a rustic Dovetail accent table and lamp to stylize the bathroom entry.
A tight-back upholstered sofa in ticking stripe with double-rolled arms fits in any style. Design Thought:   Ticking fabric works well in high use areas, is durable for everyday use and holds up well to washing.  It is tightly woven and v
Farmhouse table, black rustic pendants and asparagus green slatback chairs upholstered in a neutral colored Frieze′ fabric Design Thought;  Frieze′ fabric is 100% cotton and has a heavy, warp yarn pile with a closed loop that makes it very str
Four poster bed in dark mahogany with white Belgium linens and antique chest Design Thought:  Measure ceiling before committing to a four poster or canopy bed.  Guidelines suggest a minimum of 12 inches clearance from the height of the ce
Bohemian chest houses traditional lamp with ticking stripe shade   Design Thought:  When purchasing small tables always measure the height and refer to standard guidelines.  For that eclectic feel mix the style of the nightstands whi
A casual slipcovered sofa, two striped side chairs, a traditional tight-back upholstered arm chair, rustic console table, stylish end tables, metal lamps, paisley draperies and creme-colored area rug lend a cohesive look to eclectic pieces. Resourc
Century casual slipcovered chair in same CR Laine fabric as custom duvet on contemporary upholstered bed  Design Thought:  Bedrooms should be designed to accommodate a bed, dresser or chest of drawers,  one chair or bench.  Two
Family memories are created with artfully hung portraits. Design Thought:  Lay the pictures on the floor before hanging and arrange and re-arrange the sizes and shapes until satisfied.  Keep small groups of like frames together to form so
Mix it up and go eclectic in the dining room Design Thought:  Look for six of those 80’s chairs from your local flea market and paint the frames bright yellow.  Purchase six to eight of your favorite fabrics in different styles and colors