Light Fixtures: A Guide to the Proper Placement and Sizes

Placement of light fixtures can be tricky, especially if there are some ceiling details that are unique heights and or shapes. It is important to know the just right placement so that the entire room looks pulled together cohesively. The size of the light fixture is also crucial to the overall design of any space.…

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Rugs: What Size? What Shape? What Color?

Rugs are essential to every room. They help define a space, ground it, and add warmth and color to the room. Here are some tips on rugs that will help make your rug decision and purchase easy! These are tips that I discuss with my Fairfield and Westchester clients to help them along the design…

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3 Important Tips To Make Your Ceilings Feel Higher

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The look and feel of a tall ceiling can really elevate the way a room feels. The truth is, not every home can boast 9’ or taller ceilings. If you are designing a room around shorter ceilings, you need to get creative in order to fashion a grander and more open space. Here are some…

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5 Ways to Up Your Outdoor Living Space

Summer may be a ways off yet, but with Spring here and days getting longer and warmer, I thought I would share five tips on how to spruce up your outdoor space.   From Wayfair 1 Stay warm Make your space as comfortable, cozy, and inviting. Heaters make an otherwise unusable patio so enjoyable. Depending…

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Why Staging is Still Important – Even in This Market

Houses are selling fast, so it’s essential to make a great first impression. For desirable homes, that is all your Buyer is going to get. One look before they have to make an offer. In these cases, that means you as the Seller also only get one chance. One opportunity to make your house look…

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kellydesigns of Fairfield, CT, Receives the 2023 Best Of Houzz Award

For the eleventh consecutive year, kellydesigns of Fairfield, CT has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” for Service by Houzz Inc., the leading platform for home renovation and design. This exclusive award recognizes just 3 percent of the more than 3 million home professionals and interior and architectural photographers on the Houzz platform. “I am honored…

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Countertop Guide – Which material is right for you?

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In designing your kitchen, the countertop can be the most important element of your kitchen design. It is usually the largest surface and the focal point of the design. Choosing a surface that is right for you not only in coloration but how it works for your family is key. Not only is this selection…

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Bathroom Trends for 2023

Although it’s a room rooted in function, the bathroom is the perfect space to use your creativity. Bathroom design schemes should be built to last, but that doesn’t mean you need to keep dated finishes, fixtures, or styles. There are endless ways to refresh your design (without a full remodel), whether with a new bathroom…

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Home Improvements That Add Value

When you decide to make a home improvement, whether you are going to move soon or sometime in the future, one thing is for sure. Someday you will sell. That said, it’s always smart to evaluate how much your project will increase the value of your house or not. Don’t wait, though, until right before…

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Interior Design Trends For 2023

Interior Design Trends for 2023

As we approach 2023, it’s that time again to look at notable trends. Here are seven interior design elements that we’re seeing and loving and incorporating into the designs for my Fairfield and Westchester clients. 1 Texture Furnishings, fabrics, and decor with texture add dimension and interest to a room. A few options are beautifully…

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