Decor & You DC: Interior Decorating and Design VA MD » Interior Decorator Design VA Vienna Leesburg Herndon Decor and You DC http://decorandyoudc.com/info Sandra Hambley, Interior Decorator and Interior Design Tue, 08 Nov 2011 20:56:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Top 8 Trends, High Point 2011 Markethttp://decorandyoudc.com/info/2011/11/top-8-trends-high-point-2011-market/ http://decorandyoudc.com/info/2011/11/top-8-trends-high-point-2011-market/#comments Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:00:07 +0000 Sandra Hambley http://decorandyoudc.com/info/?p=798 It’s hard to believe that 3 days and 30 showroom visits can be summarized in 8 pages of inspiring images and top trends, but Katie McGovern of Decor&You DC has done it.    Take a look, and let me know what you like or don’t!

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Author of Trends 2011 is Katie McGovern, Interior Decorator with DecorAndYouDC.

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Send your decorating challenges to Sandra Hambley or give us a call 703.599-0648.

We regularly receive emails with various decorating questions and dilemmas. I’ve selected three interior decorating questions to answer this month, and hope my suggestions help you love the space you’re in!

1.  What do I do with my two story family room or foyer looks sterile? It looked so beautiful in the model home.

A beautiful way to turn any large space into a beautiful welcoming area for your guests and family is to use wallpaper.  Before you cringe at the thought of wallpaper from decades ago, please know that those who swore they would never use wallpaper have turned the corner and have become addicts.

First, the infinite possibilities of gorgeous wallpaper to fit your personal style will instantly add warmth, texture and interest in a way that straight paint and faux finishes do not.  Wallpaper instantly easily adds personality and “WOW” to a sterile foyer.  A qualified wallpaper installer who uses the correct adhesive and knows how to properly hang and pattern match the paper guarantees that it will look perfect when up, and be easily removed when you are ready for a change.

Once your wallpaper is in place, add accessories such as artwork or a tapestry on a rod with beautiful tassels, an area rug, and lighting!

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2.  I have really small windows in my basement – What do I do with them?

Treat basement windows just like normal-sized windows.  First, start with 2-layer window treatments by hanging beautiful draperies on top while having a privacy layer underneath.  Put a light, transparent fabric as the first layer and have them drawn all the time. Now, add stationary side panels or a top treatment in the fabric of your choice.  This stunning treatment technique will fool everyone, who will be convinced you are fortunate to have regular-sized windows in your basement.

3. What are the “in” –but still neutral—colors? How should I use these colors to update my home for selling purposes?”

Use warm colors to invite potential buyers into your home: think of the color of buttered toast, toffee or caramel, and light, but bright browns with some gold undertones. Make sure that transition rooms are warmly painted in creamy beige with buttery undertones, for example. Never use bright white as it is cold and harsh, and will show every defect in your walls!

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]]> http://decorandyoudc.com/info/2009/05/decorating-corner/feed/ 0 Thrive! Don’t Just Survive – Interior Designers Workshophttp://decorandyoudc.com/info/2009/04/thrive-dont-just-survive-interior-designers-workshop/ http://decorandyoudc.com/info/2009/04/thrive-dont-just-survive-interior-designers-workshop/#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:48:54 +0000 Sandra Hambley http://decorandyoudc.com/info/?p=436 Has your Dream hit a Dead End? Do you have that design degree and wonder… Now WHAT? Are you decorating more than you’re earning? Have you recently realized your job is gone or going?

Reach Out For a Lifeline

Bring Home More $$$ in Today’s $200 Billion Home Furnishings Industry!

We are thrilled to have Mary Gillatt, acclaimed British author and interior designer, attending several local Open House Events.

Join us for food, fun and design inspiration! Mary will discuss the art of home entertaining, from what foods to serve, how to be the perfect host to creating simple but beautiful table-scapes. We are both honored and delighted to be able to share Mary’s talents and expertise with you firsthand and hope you can join us! Guests are welcome but space is limited so please register.

Presenters
Mary Gilliatt – Int’l Int Designer & Best Selling Author
Sandra Hambley – Design Firm Owner, Decor&You

Join Mary Gilliatt, International Interior Designer and Best-Selling Author, and Sandra Hambley, Decor&You VA/DC/MD Design Firm Owner, as they share Secrets to help you immediately bring home dollars in today’s $200 Billion Home Furnishings Industry.

Have tea and refreshments, network with industry peers, participate in Open Space Technology brainstorming sessions. . . and perhaps even breathe new life into your dream career. Also, get Mary Gilliatt’s latest book signed personally by Mary – a limited number of books will be available for purchase.

When & Where
Tuesday, April 21st (12 – 2:00PM)

Pink Bicycle Tea Room – Historic Occoquan
303 Commerce Street, Occoquan, VA  22125

And at the following locations/dates (contact us for details):
4/20 Chantilly, VA 6 – 8:30 PM
25686 South Village Dr.
South Riding, VA

4/22 Lansdowne, VA 12 – 2 PM
Lansdowne:
43283 Thaddeus Lane
Lansdowne VA  20176

4/22 Woodbridge, VA 6-8 PM
16826 Panorama Drive
Woodbridge, VA 22191 US
Refreshments served.  Space is limited.

CALL TO REGISTER TODAY 703-599-0648 or email shambley@decorandyou.com

Who should attend?
Interior Designers, Decorators, Space Planners, Stagers, Sales Professionals, Bring a Friend!

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THIS IS NOT A FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY

Work from a Regional Design Studio in Herndon, VA: Fairfax County, Alexandria, Fairfax and Fall Church Cities

Join a winning team affiliated with one of America’s most prominent nationwide networks of professional interior decorators. Ideal candidates have sales experience, a creative flair and a passion for interior decorating. Prior experience in selling interior decorating products, including furniture, hard and soft window treatments, art, and accessories, is a plus. Some leads will be provided. Your participation in our comprehensive professional education program is required which will lead to your C.I.D. certification.

  • Commission scale above industry average
  • Flexible full time schedule
  • No retail hours
  • Graduate level training leading to C.I.D. certification
  • Ongoing coaching and support
  • Special incentives

Contact: Sandra Hambley
Decor&You Regional Design Studio for Baltimore/DC Metro Area
Phone: 571.323.3147

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