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Decor and You DC: Don’t Underestimate Serendipity
By Mary Gilliatt Serendipity is such a good word to roll around the tongue. It’s an even better word to describe the fortuitous luck, the un-thought of touch, which can creep into decorating to make effects that we had not anticipated but for which we are nevertheless grateful. I shall never forget the change made [...]
Interior Decorating: Thoughts on Color
Article by Mary Gilliatt Color is generally the most exciting, the most immediately noticeable and the least expensive element in decoration. It also arouses the strongest emotional responses, can affect the apparent proportions and light in a room and can make the same space seem cool or warm, restful or stimulating, depending upon color choice. [...]
Decor and You Recognized Top 100 Red Hot Franchise List
The interior decorating industry continues to grow! And, Decor and You has been recognized as #47 on the Top 100 Red Hot Franchise List! There are compelling reasons to take a serious look at Decor and You DC if you would enjoy working in the $100 billion furnishing and interior decorating industry. What are the [...]
Interior Decorating Project Overview
For busy business professionals, decorating a home by yourself can be an exhausting project. Where do you start? And, how can you get the home of your dreams with that “WOW” factor while saving time and staying within your budget? Decorating a home is a project and the process requires: Knowledge of design trends Access [...]
Interior Decorating: Window Treatment Tips
Whether you are looking to top off a sliding-glass door with a valance or transform the look of your living room, choosing the right window treatment can be a daunting task. Given window treatments are as diverse as the windows they cover, there are several things to consider in addition to the fabrics and colors [...]
Designing a Home to be Comfortable and Stylish
Is Your Home Comfortable and Stylish? Have you recently visited a beautiful home and realized it’s time to seek the assistance of professional decorators? Interior design specialists can help you get the most from your home investment in several ways. Maybe it’s time to update your 1980s or 1990s kitchen decor with a fresh, new [...]
Decor and You DC: Dramatic Kitchen Updates
Most kitchens are ready for a facelift every 15 years. While homeowners may be relatively satisfied with the function of their existing kitchen, they want to upgrade from the builder basics and create an updated and unique look. A few, well-designed and executed changes can easily accomplish this goal without the inconvenience of gutting the [...]
Decor and You DC: Indonesian Wood in the Bedroom
Continued global pressure on furniture manufacturers to go green and create sustainable lifestyles, for good reason, is driving use of high quality hardwood that can be quickly regenerated. These hardwoods are good for the environment and offer high style favored by our Northern Virginia and Metro DC area clients. An Indonesian hardwood creating excitement in [...]
Decor and You DC Named Exclusive Provider – Center for Foreclosure Alternatives
Decor&You DC is the exclusive provider of staging and decorating services to the Center for Foreclosure Alternatives. A press release concerning the launch of the Center can be found below. The Center is having a by-invite only launch party this Thursday. As an official sponsor of the event, the Decor&You DC Team looks forward to [...]
Unforgettable Surprise Make Over
A surprise make over can be an unforgettable experience and lasting gift that keeps on giving. Here’s one of our latest responses to one such wonderful gift. I wanted to express my sincere gratitude to your company, Decor and You DC, for helping me deliver a surprise makeover of my master bedroom and master bathroom [...]
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