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Molding and Trim Styles

With so many molding and trim styles to choose from its no wonder that it can be a daunting task.  Depending on the style of your home can help determine the direction you take.  Here are a few helpful tips and elevations to get you going.

CROWN MOLDING & TRIM GUIDE

interior_wall_trim_typesHere is an easy visual to help guide you of what a typical wall elevation layout should look like.

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Colonial Style– To learn more about this style and to see molding and trim details visit here.

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Period Revival Style-To learn more about this style and to see molding and trim details visit   here.

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Neoclassical Style- To learn more about this style and to see molding and trim details visit here.

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Here are a few of my go to trims and moldings, there is a variety from classic to contemporary.  When your using them in your home think about what you love and the era of your home. They can really jazz up a room and give the architectural character that it may be lacking.  To view more visit here.

 For more information on my interior design services or online e-design please visit my website.

Decorative Wallpaper

NEW WALLPAPER AT CB2

CB2 has collaborated with a few designers to introduce a hip and decorative wallpaper line.  Plus a few DIY wallpaper ideas you can do at home.

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Some of the wallpaper is removable which is great for renters and even better for the individuals who love a DIY project.

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Add interest to open shelving with these fun patterns.

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You can even create your own patterns on their plain white wallpaper with pens, pencils, markers, crayons and paint. WOW!

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DIY Example: create a focal point with your own patterns!

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What a great idea!  Use a paper to create a mat border for your next art project.

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DIY Tip: Create your own tray liner and give your bland one a new look.

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 This removable wallpaper of NYC “Architectural Tour” is a photo-realistic view of an urban facade.

Interior Design Style Quiz

Everyone has a decorating style that makes them unique.  Take an interior design style quiz to find yours.  Discover if your Traditional, Contemporary, Vintage, Modern or Eclectic.  Here are a few I recommend that are fun, accurate and inspirational.  Need help with putting your room together? Hire me and become a client.  I offer local design services here in Orange County, CA or online e-design for those who are out-of-state.

Interior Design Style Quiz

Glo – Design Style Quiz

Decorating Quiz

Real Simple – Decorating Personality

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Ethan Allen – What’s your Signature Style?

SoCo Collection Costa Mesa

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Over the weekend I made a visit to the SoCo Collection Design Center in Costa Mesa, CA.  It’s a little jem of a place for interior designers to go to get inspiration for client projects.  The center is open to the public as well and continues to grow with some of the biggest names in the industry including Stark Carpet and Design Within Reach. The Mix is another part of the center with trendy and unique shops of fashion, art and amazing restaurants. Every Saturday they also have a wonderful Farmers Market that is worth the visit.

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Inside The OC Mart Mix you will find shops and dining and discover local talent. The interior design is green with a lot of reclaimed wood, metals and unique lighting fixtures.

The Mix

 

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The Cellar Cheese Shop

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Some of my favorites are:

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Déco Home

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Design Within Reach

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Christopher Garrens

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Peinture

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I love the way the owner of Peinture displays the different chalk paint colors on the wall of chairs. She also offers workshops on painting techniques every month. Be sure to visit their website for more information.

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A beautifully finished piece by the owner, Deborah Cooper.

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Hope you are inspired and discover the new SoCo Collection Design Center for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.