Category: home sweet home

ideas and inspiration for your home

Everything in its place, and a place for every thing…

August 25, 2011

Since we’ve moved into our new home, we are still struggling to find order in the everyday tasks.  With two toddler twins running around, it’s hard to maintain a sense of order amid the toys and chaos.


We are taking it one day at a time, though, that’s for sure.  I like to focus on the ‘hot spots’ when tackling organization.  Our hot spots are our pantry and closets.  What are yours?  It seems that it’s easy to let things go when they’re behind closed doors…but it’s these areas that we frequent the most in our homes, and that can bring us the greatest satisfaction once organized properly.


Here are some tips I’m looking forward to using in my own home, and hope they inspire you too.



Beautiful ideas for an orderly pantry, maximizing every little nook and cranny…
{Courtesy of “House of Fifty”}



Great tips for organizing your closet, no matter how limited your space is…
{Courtesy of “Lonny”}




{Stay tuned for update on one of my upcoming projects — organizing my own walk-in closet}



House of Fifty {free online decorating magazine}

August 25, 2011

Beautiful publication, featuring inspiration for your home, as well as great tips to help organize your life.


The articles are so relevant.  I enjoyed reading about stencil art, being that we have just bought two lovely stencils to use in our master bedroom and the girls’ room, and am already looking forward to using their tips for decorating with children’s art as the girls get more creative.  Even the trend on shorter curtains spoke to me, as I just created custom-made curtains for our kitchen.  


I hope you enjoy this publication as much as I did, and find inspiration everywhere, for your home and life.


{Happy Decorating}

Haute Decor Designs – Services Offered

August 22, 2011
{Haute Decor} Services Offered


{inspiration for my own bedroom}


{Home Sweet Home}
Wondering how to freshen up your home, with just a few simple touches?  Longing for a bright, airy space to liven up your day?  I can help.  I’m excited to announce that I’m now offering my services, at very affordable rates, to those both near and far.  Contact me for more information.  I’d be happy to offer you a free consultation.



In Home Design Services
If you live in South Florida, I am available for design consultations in your home. I specialize in Nursery and Bedroom decor, as well as home organization for all your areas.

During the process, I can help you with:

  • Space Planning:  making the most of your current space
  • Personal Shopping:  selecting furniture and accessories
  • Color Consultation:  selecting the perfect palette for your home
  • Redesign Services, such as furniture rearrangement
  • Personal Organization:  Organize your closets, kitchens, bathrooms
  • Home Staging:  Clear clutter, freshen up your home for resale



Virtual Design Services
Not in my area?  No problem! I can still help you create the room of your dreams.  My virtual design services are available to anyone in the world! 


All Virtual Design packages include:

  • Design board which includes paint color selection, photos of furniture and accessories, and any other items suitable for your design
  • Scaled floor plan including furniture arrangement layout
  • Product shopping guide containing links to online resources
  • Virtual Walk-Through of your design, with step-by-step instructions on how to put your look together

Requirements:
Room dimensions
Photos of your space
Inspiration images of the look you desire

We will work together (via email and phone) to create a fabulous room, custom designed just for you and your budget!

{Sample Design Board – Master Bedroom}


For more information and rates, please email me at {hautedecordesigns@gmail.com}

Serenity Now

December 10, 2010
Bedrooms are made for relaxing and getting away from it all.  This design palette with cool, serene blues and rich, dark chocolate browns will do just that.  

Update your dresser with some knobs in colored glass, and keep all your clutter off the dresser by using sleek shelves and pretty hooks.  A cushioned bench with storage is perfect for stowing away extra pillows and throws, when you go to bed.  Add some luxury to your bedside manner with a chic shag rug in white, and keep your night tables clear by using wall sconces instead of table lamps.

Remember to think about your closet and dressing area when you are decorating your bedroom.  Use shiny votive cups to keep your makeup brushes and pencils in order, and maximize small spaces by using baskets to keep scarves and belts in order, as well as your seasonal accessories like hats and gloves.


Credits:  Paint by Benjamin Moore “Glass Slipper”; Wallpaper by Graham & Brown; Hooks, Knobs, and Votive Cups by Anthropologie; Floral Art Canvas via 2Modern.com; Mirror & Wall Sconce via Crate & Barrel; Baskets via Cost Plus World Market; Nightstand, Storage Bench, Headboard, via West Elm; Rug via Ikea, Chandelier via Target