Bedroom Bliss: KIDS

Believe it or not, another school year is just around the corner. As time flies and you may be realizing that your kids are all grown up.  Maybe the dinosaur, trains, or space themed bedroom is outdated, especially now they are entering middle school.  Below you will find tips for updating any bedroom space. Remember when it comes to your child’s room trends come and go quickly. If you are selecting a theme choose carefully unless you are OK with constantly updating the room to fit the age range.

 Tips for Kids Bedroom Makeover:

  •  Bold Colors
  •  Shapes
  •  Patterns
  •  Customized Wall Decals (Removable)
  •  Window Treatments
  •  Reversible Comforter

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** Need help getting started? Seek Professional Help and you can Enter the Summer Room Makeover Contest!

TURN ORDINARY INTO EXTRAORDINARY: ACCESSORIZE WITH STYLE

Did you ever look at a room and think it’s nicely furnished but it wasn’t quite right, something was missing?  Well, it’s the accessories that add the finishing touch which can make all the difference. Picture a well-dressed woman wearing a beautiful evening gown, but lacking:

  •      any discriminating jewelry
  •      coordinating evening bag
  •      shoes that compliment the outfit

The same concept applies to dressing a room in your home.  The accessories are the jewelry of an interior.   They add accent and emphasis, and serve to pull an entire design together.

Well placed accessories can make any room come alive by adding interest, texture, shape and color to the design.

Imagine what the addition of an area rug does for a room.  It can:

  •    Define and outline the space.
  •    Add design, mood, pattern, texture, warmth, with a pop of color.
  •     Use in large or multi-purpose rooms to break up the space.
  •     Define individual seating groups.
  •     Establish a style or theme that other accessories can support.

To have effective placement of accessories consideration needs to be given to proper scale and proportion.  Be careful not to clutter up the walls, tables or the empty areas with “stuff.”

The days of “matching” items in a room are gone.  Today’s look is coordinating and blending colors, fabrics, and textures to create an interesting mix.

This decorating advice was provided by founder and designer Pamela Kofsky of Elegant Interior Designs. These tips will be a sure fire way to spruce up any bare rooms in your home, but don’t forget these tips are the starting point to transforming your space from ordinary to extraordinary

Pamela Kofsky, Featured Speaker at WPN

Womens Power Networking (Greater Philadelphia chapter) featured Founder/Designer, Pamela Kofsky as luncheon speaker.  Pamela spoke about how to accessorize your home transforming it from ordinary to extraordinary with simple design guidelines.

Below you will find a few tips:

  • Well placed accessories can make any room come alive by adding interest, texture, shape and color to the design.
  • Be careful not to clutter up the walls, tables or the empty areas with “stuff.”
  • Adding color and interest to the ceiling creates a more pulled together look.

These suggestions along with our next Blog post, “Turn Ordinary Into Extraordinary: Accessorize with Style” will both be great tips to help you start accessorizing your home.

If you would like help accessorizing your home call Pamela at 215-920-9655.
Your project may qualify for the Summer Make Over Contest.

Pamela Kofsky, Presenter, in Red Dress

 

Tips for a Backyard Paradise

It’s summer time, and for many that means entertaining under the summer sun with swimming pools, barbeques and good company. If this sounds like you, you may want to consider updating your outdoor décor. There is a good chance that you are lacking some of the pieces of furniture and accessories you need to make outdoor entertaining – and simply relaxing outdoors – the most enjoyable it can be.

The backyard has become the hot spot for entertaining, cooking and relaxing during these warm weather months. Homeowners are bringing the comfort and luxury of their indoor rooms outside.

You can create a transition from indoors to out by incorporating furniture, lighting, or fabric into your backyard. There’s no reason to put off buying an outdoor sofa or dining table any longer. There are many styles and prices available to fit your budget and to create the outdoor living space you have always wanted.  

Quick Tips:

  • A ceiling structure such as a pergola to the space to make the area more functional
  • New cushions with fabrics that will stand up to sun, rain and wine spills                                   
  • Adding ambiance with candles and lawn torches
  • Indulge in a cooking area with a grill, refrigerator and/or cooktop
  • Enhance your deck with a beautiful outdoor rug
  • A fire pit or outside fireplace
  • Place pedestal urns with flowers around your space

So make a change and bring the style from your indoor rooms outside!

Of course if you need help and want to enter the Summer Makeover Contest call me and I can help!

Increase Square Footage, No Construction

It’s possible!

Finally it’s time to increase the square footage of your home with Outdoor Living.  This time of year is my all time favorite. As an award winning outdoor designer I look for a challenge.

As busy professionals with families and multiple schedules it can be difficult to make ‘family’ time or ‘entertaining’ time. Imagine if you had a comfortable outdoor space that did not require cleaning your home? That’s right – Outdoor Living. It’s the quick fix to getting together with family and friends for a casual outdoor BBQ or roast marshmallows by the fire.

Let’s talk about how I can help you transform your backyard into an award winning space!  The trick is getting it all to work together down to the last detail.

Want to get started now? Send us an inquiry via email (photos welcome) or call us directly for a consultation.

  • Tell us about your outdoor dilemma
  • Describe the space: Patio, Deck, Cement Slab etc
  • Approximate Square Footage
  • Approximate Budget

Don’t forget to enter your Outdoor Living Project will qualify you for our SUMMER MAKEOVER CONTEST.

Contest: Room Makeover

Extreme “Room” Make Over Contest 

This summer, May 1st through August 31st, you  can enter to win the Extreme “Room” Make Over contest with Elegant Interior Designs.

Are you looking to redo a space in your home this summer? Why not tackle the project and enter to win!   Not ready for your project yet?  No worries you can still refer a friend and enter to win the $100 VISA Gift Card.

Ways to Enter:

1. Refer a friend(s) and we will enter your name to win a $100 Visa Gift Card! No limit for referrals/entries.

2. Refer yourself and we will enter your name twice for the $100 Visa Gift Card.

Contact Pam to discuss your design dilemma.

Eligible Projects Include:

  • Full Room Make Over
  • Partial Room Make Over
  • Custom Window Treatments, Blinds and/or Shades
  • Color Palette Change
    (Wall Color, Furniture, Flooring and/or Accessories)

 

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    “Mancave” the Ultimate Father’s Day Gift

    “Man Caves”

    It’s time to say good bye to the good ol’ fashion #1 Dad Coffee Mugs, Ties and Golf Balls. Why don’t you give him what he REALLY wants… a “Man Cave.”

    That’s right a Man Cave. They come in all shapes, styles, accessories and more.  What better way to improve a living space and the quality of life than to have a place you can relax, entertain and spend family time or hang out with “the boys.”

    Did you check out the links to the left to show the possibilities of what a Man Cave can be? We don’t except you to pull it all off on your own, which is why we are here to help. Whether it’s reworking a whole room, doing so on a tight budget, rearranging a disorganized mess or just picking the right color and wall art – design help is on the way!

    Send us an inquiry email or call us directly for a consultation.

    • Tell us about your Hubby, Dad or Grad; or for those treating themselves your style and color preference. (Sports, Contemporary, Traditional, Movie Buff…)
    • Approximate Square Footage
    • Location of the Room or Space (Basement/Office/Garage/Outdoors)
    • Approximate Budget
    • Have a Photo on-hand? Email it.

    Don’t forget to enter your MANCAVE to our SUMMER ROOM MAKEOVER CONTEST.

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