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Images via Anthony Como of Luxe Interiors and Griffin Enright Architects
May 2, 2013
STYLE FILES – Curb Appeal That Grabs The Eye
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Yesterday, in our Brock Design blog, we talked about the backyard oasis. Today, let’s move to the front and add some curb appeal and value to your home. Altering the front of your home for great curb appeal doesn’t have to be daunting. Most tasks can be done in a day or weekend. Here are some quick points of action for a beautiful front entrance ~
* Give your home some dimension by adding a bold, contrasting color to your front door
* Add a fresh coat of paint on the house and trim
* Create symmetry with plants and trees on either side of your door and in the yard
* Install efficient lighting to guide you into the home
* Add an arbor or fence
* A water feature is not only pleasing to the eye, but soothing as well
* Mount window boxes or shutters that draw the eye to the front of the house
* Spruce up your driveway and walkway by keeping a clean edge detail, power wash the brick or concrete and add some perimeter plants and flowers
Get out there. Your neighbors are waiting!
Image via Highland Group Architects
Image via Andrew Melaragno, AIBD
Let Brock Design Group help you create a front entrance that will welcome you home each day and invite your guests in!
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April 26, 2013
DIY – Add Height To Your Room
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Most of us have 8 to 10 foot ceilings but would love to feel like they were 18 feet. Before you tear off your roof, here are some easy tips to visually add height to any room.
Hang curtains higher than the top of the window
Using an oversized mirror will reflect to add height
Image via The Residences Chicago
Vertical stripes will elongate the room
Continuing cabinets and molding to the ceiling will draw the eyes up
Image via Mueller Nicholls Cabinets
Need more ideas to create a visually appealing space? Call us for a consultation and we can help make it happen.
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April 19, 2013
COLOR PALETTE – Aqua
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Whether it reminds you of tropical waters or a sunrise sky, aqua can be a beautiful addition to your home’s design. This color can brighten your mood and be soothing to your senses. It compliments colors like, orange, coral and yellow and lends a pop to whites and greys.
Image via Urban I.D. Interior Design Studio
Image via Flow Home Staging and Design
Image via Bravo Interior Design
Image via Brandon Barre Photography
Image via Tobi Fairley Interior Design
Such a fresh and beautiful color! See more on Brock Design Group’s “Color Palette” board on Pinterest!
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April 9, 2013
STYLE FILES – Rugs That Will Take You On A Magic Carpet Ride
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Rugs can be a vital part to any room, creating a visual centerpiece by tying all of your pieces together. They center your room, anchor your furniture and can define a space. Rugs are also a great way to create warmth and help layer a room’s design. Here are some beautiful rugs that will take your rooms from drab to fab.
Image via Albrecht Wood Interiors
Image via Michael Abrams Limited
Image via Betty Wasserman Interior Design
Image via Hobbs’ Ink Architects
Are you wanting to pull your room together? Stop searching…we can get what you are looking for.
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April 4, 2013
COLOR PALETTE – Fresh Spring
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Refresh the love you have for your home! Spring is a great time to give your home a new look. Trade in the deeper hues of Winter for the vibrant, breezy shades of Spring.
Image via Tracy Murdock Allied
Image via Shoshana Gosselin Interiors
So refreshing and invigorating! By adding in some bright colors and making some simple changes, your whole mood can mimic these Spring hues!
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April 3, 2013
STYLE FILES – Let The Spring Shine In
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With the sun beginning to shine through my windows, I am anxious to bring more of that brightness into my home. Using bright colors and vibrant patterns, you can effortlessly transition your home for Spring. By changing out a few simple pieces, you can bring the Spring inside and put Fall and Winter in storage!
Simply add fresh colorful fruit to a beautiful bowl
Change out throw pillows with bright colors and fun designs
Image via Cristi Holcombe Interior Design
Replace art work
Image via Bright, Bold and Beautiful
Exchange towels with exciting new colors that will brighten up your bathrooms
Add in an area rug with vibrant colors and whimsical patterns
Image via Alicia Connolly Design
Of course add fresh Spring flowers everywhere!
Image via Elizabeth Metcalfe Interiors
Love these looks but just don’t have the time? Let us help you! Contact us at Brockdesigns@gmail.com
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March 28, 2013
DELICIOUS – Easter Brunch
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Sometimes getting creative in the kitchen can be difficult, especially around a holiday. I want to cook dishes that I know and am comfortable with, rather than risking it. However, this Easter, let’s get creative and put a new spin on Easter Brunch.
Carrot Crescents Filled with Egg Salad
Image and Recipe via Hungry Happenings
Bacon, Egg and Toast Cups
Image and Recipe via Martha Stewart
Asparagus, Egg and Prosciutto Tart
Crockpot French Toast Casserole
Image and Recipe via The Cake Eccentric
De-licious! I cannot wait to get creative in the kitchen with these recipes!
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March 27, 2013
STYLE FILES – Easter Decor
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I love holidays. They give me an opportunity to gather my family together and celebrate the beauty around us. The Springtime sun is beginning to peek through the clouds, days are a bit longer and the flowers are beginning to bloom. Easter is the perfect time to display bright florals and fresh colors. Our collection of inspiring decorating ideas should give your imagination a jump start to your own beautiful celebration.
Image via Simplicity in the South
Image via WeInteriorDesign.com
Happy Celebration!
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March 22, 2013
DIY – Easter Crafts
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I love putting a little handmade touch on the holidays. With Easter being just around the corner, I thought I would share some easy tutorials on some fun projects. Let’s put our creative skills to work and have some fun!
Image and Tutorials via Alisa Burke
Image and Tutorial via A Pumpkin and A Princess
Image and Tutorial via My Poppet
Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
