Wednesday, January 28, 2015

New Profile: On Houzz


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Sunday, January 18, 2015

Of all the colors, Black

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I like black. While I love color too, there is something about black being basic, classic, elegant, and perhaps a basis for a neutral. Plus when used in a specific way, can become high contrast. It stands out from the crowd. It is, of course, all the colors mixed together.

IMG_3402.JPG Come on in. Nothing like high gloss black doors.

IMG_3193.JPG Black kitchen cabinets: Classic, timeless.

IMG_3503.JPG Yet contemporary too.

IMG_3405.JPG Black exterior siding on a house.

IMG_3403.JPG Some black with white contrast and pops of color.

IMG_3391.JPG Black + White = Simplistic + Minimalistic.

IMG_3116.JPG Black furniture: vintage chic.

IMG_3118.JPG This black bathtub is the epitome of luxe.
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I like black. While I love color too, there is something about black being basic, classic, elegant, and perhaps a basis for a neutral. Plus when used in a specific way, can become high contrast. It stands out from the crowd. It is, of course, all the colors mixed together.

IMG_3402.JPG Come on in. Nothing like high gloss black doors.

IMG_3193.JPG Black kitchen cabinets: Classic, timeless.

IMG_3503.JPG Yet contemporary too.

IMG_3405.JPG Black exterior siding on a house.

IMG_3403.JPG Some black with white contrast and pops of color.

IMG_3391.JPG Black + White = Simplistic + Minimalistic.

IMG_3116.JPG Black furniture: vintage chic.

IMG_3118.JPG This black bathtub is the epitome of luxe.

IMG_3119.JPG I am sure this black matte refrigerator would be a conversation piece in any kitchen.

IMG_3120.JPG Graphic tiles with black.

IMG_3126.JPG Natural wood "almost black" cabinetry.

IMG_3122.JPG Black becomes very masculine in this bathroom.

IMG_3121-0.JPG Black framed glass shower doors: chic.

IMG_3424.PNG Coveting these black sconces. {All images via my Pinterest boards}

IMG_3119.JPG I am sure this black matte refrigerator would be a conversation piece in any kitchen.

IMG_3120.JPG Graphic tiles with black.

IMG_3126.JPG Natural wood "almost black" cabinetry.

IMG_3122.JPG Black becomes very masculine in this bathroom.

IMG_3121-0.JPG Black framed glass shower doors: chic.

IMG_3424.PNG Coveting these black sconces. {All images via my Pinterest boards}

Design Source: DaVill Blinds

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I was recently looking for a window treatment company for one of my online design projects and came across DaVill Blinds: a competitively priced site for shades, shutters, and blinds backed by the trust of two former interior designers. Given their motto is they never have a sale, I felt the stability of pricing and being able to buy when ready (vs the sometimes rush to buy my clients get to score a sale). In other words, a great resource for clients who may implement the selections on their own time and budget.

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Sourcing shades for one of my online design projects.

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DaVill offers various types of blind options, such as these basswood versions.

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Blackout roller shades (great for bedrooms) come in a variety of colors.

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Solar shades, like the above, along with other cellular and roller shades are available too.

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And blinds that are available in a range of color options, metallics too

For more info, visit www.DaVillBlinds.com