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…

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Houzz Pro Spotlight: Design Your Home for the Way You Live

Fairfield Living Room Renovation - Interior Design by kellydesigns

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…

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Creating an Inspiring Front Porch

Holiday Decorating by kellydesigns

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…

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What 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…

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Choosing a show stopping rug…choosing the right size…

Preppy with a Purpose - Family Room - Interior Design by kellydesigns

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,…

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To 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…

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New 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…

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Holiday 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!)

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Falling… 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…

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Why use an Interior Designer?..things you should know

I often receive calls from clients and the first words they say are: “I have never done this before. How does this work?” Getting help to design, renovate, or just spruce up your home may seem intimidating but it can save you money and time. Having a designer can help can steer you clear of…

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A peek into your soul…the truth about your front door

Learn what your front door says about you and how you can style and choose the right front door for your home. The front door of your home says a lot about who lives inside. But selecting an entry door that fits your home’s style, adds value to your home, and is aesthetically beautiful can…

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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…

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