A Passion for Blue and White
A brief history of blue and white, from folklore and porcelain imported from the Orient and its influence on modern Americans' and Europeans' passion for the color blue.
View ArticleWhat is Hollywood Regency Design?
Some of the accessories are very theatrical - such as extra-tall white plaster floor lamps with palm fronds, or mirrored dressing tables and fainting couches covered in satin or velvet. Lacquered and...
View ArticleWhat is Chinoiserie?
The interesting thing about Chinoiserie is the tremendous range and variety of Oriental scenes and fantastical decorative details. Individual artifacts to make a room interesting and show off the...
View ArticleIkat Fabrics, Ancient and Modern
Antique Ikat robes and Ikat fragments are coveted by textile collectors and designers, and add a touch of the exotic to interiors both traditional and modern
View ArticleWhy Antiques?
INTERIOR DESIGNERS are fond of antiques; we often collect them ourselves, and are quick to recommend them to clients. Some of our clients love the idea. Mention antiques to some, however, and they...
View ArticleTop Five Interior Design Trends – Be Inspired!
Global Chic Global Chic is a mix of furniture, textiles and accessories from different parts of the world. Ethnic prints like the Ikat have been dominating this current trend. The Ikat print is the...
View ArticleABC’s of Holiday Style 2011!
Published in South Carolina Woman Magazine By Layla Altman Last year I brought you our Holiday gift ideas to spark some life back into gift giving. This year I have decided to share ideas on holiday...
View ArticleWhat Kind of Rug Is It?
Most Americans refer to any wool area rug with geometric designs and flowers, as an “Oriental Rug” or “Persian Rug”. At one time the ancient Persian Empire extended from North Africa to India, and...
View ArticleIkat Fabrics
I keep trying to mix Ikat patterns in to every project. I like the real, antique ones (who doesn't?), the reproductions, cheap enough to use with abandon, and especially the newest fabrics that take a...
View ArticleThe Tree of Life Fabric Story
The tree of life fabric motif has a long history with many ideas being centered on life, death, nourishment, protection, fertility, knowledge and spirituality. This pervasive motif has been seen in...
View ArticleTwo Different Interpretations of French Country Design
By now, the style known as French Country has transcended trends and become a classic source of inspiration for interior decorators. In fact, the style has actually diversified from its origins and...
View ArticleWhat Kind of Fabric Is It?
Knowing your fabrics can be very helpful when shopping for your interior decorating project. If you’re familiar with styles and qualities of fabrics, you’ll know what to ask for or how to describe what...
View ArticleTimothy Corrigan and the Chateau du Grand Lucé
I’ve been eagerly awaiting the release of talented designer Timothy Corrigan’s new book, An Invitation to Chateau du Grand-Lucé – as an avid Francophile, how can I resist the opportunity to while away...
View ArticleThe DesignFolly.com Fabric Collection
Bright colors are the hallmark of The Bungalow Heaven Fabric Collection designed by Kerry Ann Dame. The woven patterns evoke some of the many places she's been fortunate enough to visit - France,...
View ArticleSofa and Chair Shopping – The Quality Is Under The Cover
When you shop for upholstered furniture, what are you really getting? If we listen to manufacturers and sales clerks, all of the sofas are wonderful and they’ll last forever. So many of us have had the...
View ArticleWhat Kind of Sofa or Chair Should I Buy?
If you like to sit up and read, or entertain more formally, choose tight-back furniture. Dressed-up guests don’t want to be flopping back into a sloppy pile of pillows, and if you really need back...
View ArticleThe Organized Home
When a home is truly organized, it allows the homeowner to function smoothly and handle all the things on her plate each day. When everything has a place, the home is easy to keep clean and everyone in...
View ArticleTips for Decorating Resort Rental Property
Beachfront income properties have their own particular set of concerns when it comes to interior design. Condo packages may meet budget goals, but often contain inferior quality pieces that don’t...
View ArticleRenovating Your Home Now for Added Value Later
The current slow real estate market may have some homeowners feeling trapped in their current property, and others looking to purchase finding their buying power diminished. How can we enjoy the home...
View ArticleTrue British Colonial Style
"British colonial style" has become popular in recent years. Mahogany "campaign" furniture, bamboo and rattan, wicker and leather, and design elements such as monkeys, palm trees, and ticking stripes...
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