Interior Design
Choosing a Kitchen Counter
Your kitchen counter tops are what you use the most and the first thing you notice when you enter the room. When choosing new counters its critical to make the right decision not only from a usability and design perspective but one that also meets your budget as well. With so many options it can…
Read MoreHouzz Pro Spotlight: Design Your Home for the Way You Live
Who: Kelly Sohigian of kellydesigns Where: Fairfield, Connecticut In her own words: “Homeowners don’t always know their style and can get overwhelmed with where to begin a design project.” Midcentury modern, traditional, transitional … there are many design styles, and endless ways to decorate your space. A redesign can be intimidating, but with the right…
Read MoreCreating an Inspiring Front Porch
Before TV and A/C, homeowners spent a lot of time on their front porch. Today, the front porch has seen a revival and more people are using them as outdoor rooms not just for relaxing but dining and entertaining as well. A front porch does not have to be a big space nor does it…
Read MoreWhat works. Mixing metals in your home.
One of the most popular questions I get asked as an Interior Designer, here in Fairfield, CT, is “What are the rules for mixing different metal finishes in a room?” So I’ll start by saying that there are no rules, just guidelines. Most importantly, you should do whatever makes you the happiest living in your…
Read MoreChoosing a show stopping rug…choosing the right size…
An area rug not only cushions bare floors, but it also provides artistic value to a room’s design and serves as a centerpiece for your decor. Since choosing the right area rug is such an important decision, it’s no wonder that homeowners are concerned about making the right choice when it comes to style, color,…
Read MoreTo Paper or not to paper? That is the question…
Faux painting move over. Wallpaper is making a comeback in a big way. But today’s wallpaper is different from what your mom grew up with in her house. Instead of mostly flowery patterns that were often looked like foil paper and extremely bold, today’s wallpaper is sophisticated in design and compliments a rooms décor. Used…
Read MoreNew Year…New Projects… RElove your home
If you are like me there is always a new project formulating in the back of your mind. Whether its new pillows, new paint, new rugs, new bath…the wheels are always turning! It never ends!(as my husband can attest to!) At this time of year as we pack away the holiday decor and put our…
Read MoreHoliday POP SHOP on Dec. 6th
Come Visit me at the Holiday POP SHOP at the FTC Warehouse December 6 10:00-3:00 The first three customers will receive a free gift with purchase! Enjoy a holiday beverage and shop for your loved ones (or yourself!)
Read MoreFalling… for new trends
As the leaves fall, days get shorter, air is crisper (okay, it’s cold!) we begin to nestle in our homes. As we start spending more time indoors, we begin to notice our surroundings and take note of the things we like or dislike about where we call home. It is often a time for many…
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 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…
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