Posts by kellydesigns
Why a porch? Steps to take to make your porch even better
Growing up in the Bronx we did not have porches but we had stoops! We always sat on the front stoop to visit with friends and neighbors, watch what was going on in the neighborhood and it was also a means of relaxation. Today the porch on my house is my place to relax, connect…
Read MoreWhat is the best way to plant a nice planter?
You need to allow for the thrill, the spill and the fill in a great looking planter arrangement. Something bold or tall for the thrill in the center or back, in this case, the red/orange calla lily.Then something that will spill over sides, in this case, sweet potato vine and wavy petunias. Lastly something that will…
Read MoreHow to get your old dirty grout looking like new again
Go from this to this I have tried many things to clean the grout but it never comes clean and bright. Then I heard about this product called Poly Blend Grout renewal. It’s actually a colorant. To put it on they recommend a toothbrush and then use a slightly damp cloth to wipe off any…
Read MoreThe Real Deal: What You Need to Know to Stage Your Home for a Swift Sale
So want to know the secret of how to sell your home swiftly and for top of your range? Its all about staging your home for sale. Would you go on a job interview dressed poorly and your hair not done? So why would you put your home on the market when it is not…
Read MoreStunning on Sturges
These clients have lived in this home for many years having raised there daughters here. They came to kellydesigns wanting to give it a fresh new look. We started by painting all the rooms in a lighter palette, adding picture moldings on stairway and hallway, new runners, new light fixtures, new window treatments, rugs, sofa,…
Read MoreWhat is best paint to use ?
I find that a semi-matte or matte finish works best. It is very forgiving on walls, hides many imperfections. Contrary to what most people think, it cleans well also. For trim and woodwork semi-gloss works best.
Read MoreHow to Clean a Microwave
Fill a microwaveable bowl with 1-2 cups of water and add 1-2 tablespoons of vinegar. Add a drop of essential oil if you don’t want your microwave to smell like vinegar. Put the bowl in the microwave and shut the door. Microwave the water and vinegar for 5 minutes. If your microwave is REALLY dirty,…
Read Morekellydesigns of Fairfield, CT, Receives Best Of Houzz 2015 Award
Over 25 Million Monthly Unique Users Rated Top-Rated Home Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals in the United States and Around the World [Fairfield, CT], March 21, 2015 – kellydesigns of Fairfield, CT has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” for Customer Satisfaction by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The design firm specializing…
Read MoreRecreating the Magic
Not sure if you are feeling the same way…but I feel like I am living in a snow globe! If you are feeling the same way, it might mean it’s time to break out of the winter blues and refresh your living space, redefine your style, and relove where you live! Why not treat yourself…
Read MoreHow to turn a closet into a mudroom/laundry room…
One of last projects I worked on, the clients had a a closet in their garage, which was large but cumbersome and not useful. It also had a door inside to a smaller closet for which we reconverted the space. We closed the garage end of the closet and and pushed back from inside into…
Read MoreInterested in learning a little more about Interior design….need some help with a problem room?
Come learn how to fix that problem room … learn all about decorating and design principles with Kelly Anne Sohigian at Fairfield Continuing Education at Rodger Ludlowe Middle School: Decorating and Design Class on Feb 24 and Mar 3 7:00-9:00pm Decorating a Bookshelf or Mantle on Feb 26 7:00-8:30pm
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Faucet Clean
To keep fingerprints and water stains off the faucet wipe it down with wax paper!
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