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The Power of Color: How to Choose the Perfect Palette for Your Home
Color is one of the most powerful tools in interior design. It has the ability to evoke emotions, create ambiance, and even influence how we perceive space. Choosing the perfect color palette for your home is not just about picking colors you like; it’s about creating a cohesive environment that reflects your personality and enhances…
Read MoreLighting Matters: How to Illuminate Your Space Like an Interior Designer
When designing a space, we often focus on furniture, color schemes, and décor, but one element that truly defines the mood and functionality of any room is lighting. As an interior designer, I’ve seen firsthand how the right lighting can transform a space, making it feel warm, inviting, and functional. Today, I’m sharing some professional…
Read MoreHow to Spice Up Your Ceiling: A Designer’s Guide to Transforming the Fifth Wall
When it comes to interior design, we often focus on the four walls surrounding us, leaving the ceiling—often referred to as the “fifth wall”—as an afterthought. But why let this vast canvas go to waste? With a little creativity, your ceiling can become a stunning focal point that elevates the entire room. Here’s how you…
Read MoreHow to Style Shelving & Bookshelves: A Designer’s Guide to Curating a Beautiful Space
Shelving and bookshelves are more than just practical storage solutions; they are a canvas for personal expression and a powerful tool in creating a harmonious, visually appealing interior. Whether you’re working with built-ins, floating shelves, or a standalone bookshelf, styling these elements can elevate the entire room. As an interior designer, I’ve seen how thoughtful…
Read MoreArt as a Focal Point: How to Incorporate Art into Your Interior Design
When it comes to interior design, art is often the element that brings a room to life, adding personality, depth, and a touch of the unexpected. Incorporating art as a focal point not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of a space but also reflects the individuality of the homeowner. In this blog post, we’ll explore…
Read MoreGreen Elegance: Plants for Your Home
The grass is getting greener, and the flowers are blossoming! Springtime beauty is sprouting everywhere you look, so why not spruce up your interiors too! Plants can serve different purposes in the home all while adding oxygen and elegance. Whether you have a green thumb or you may not have had much luck, there are plants made…
Read MoreDesigning for Real Life: The Secrets Behind My Easy, Elegant Everyday Style
As an interior designer it’s my job to create beautiful spaces for clients and offer great design ideas for people’s homes. Underpinning my residential and commercial designs is the experience I gained working in makeover TV. Over the years, I travelled across the country, working for people with very real needs, usually making over a…
Read MoreLet There Be Light – Libby Langdon’s Lighting Tips and Tactics
Light changes the entire atmosphere of your home and makes it warm and inviting. By using various sources of light, you create layers in a room, resulting in a richer ambience. The key to utilizing light lies in understanding the different ways to allow it to enter a room, create it when necessary, and not…
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