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When moving your office there are two things to remember: plan in advance and rely on experts such as Workspace Authority. At least six months prior to moving you should create a checklist that includes the vendors you’ll work with and the tasks that need to be completed. The checklist should include some practical steps [...]
Wondering what to do with a blank wall? Stop staring at it, and use some of the ideas in this, our first in a two part series. You’ll find examples of using fine art and framed prints, mirrors, clocks and textiles to create interesting displays. Once you learn these tricks of the trade, you’ll be [...]
Sofas come in all shapes and sizes. Two-seaters are sometimes called “love seats.” Other sofa terms are Chesterfield (overstuffed, tufted upholstery with padded arms), Lawson (arms lower than the back), and Tuxedo (arms the same height as the back). Backs of sofas can be camel back, channel back or tufted back, all of which are [...]
Casegoods is the term that refers to any piece of furniture used for storage. The furniture industry uses a variety of labels to denote the construction materials for casegoods. The meanings of these labeling terms are regulated by the Federal Trade Commission. They are as follows: Solid Wood (i.e., “solid oak” or “solid pine”) means [...]
Color is the most versatile tool a designer or homeowner can use. It is the easiest way to update an interior and an effective tool to visually alter it. It is the most exciting decorating element, changing a room with ease. However, many people find the power of color intimidating. So the palette for walls [...]
We all have a favorite color. However, committing that color to an entire palette isn’t always easy. The main thing to avoid is going with a color fad unless you use it only as an accent that can be easily changed when the trend passes. What I’m talking about is choosing a wall color and [...]
More often than not people decorate their homes with what they like, helped in some cases by a little innate ability. But if you’re after the pulled-together look that professionals and those lucky enough to have an “eye” for design are able to achieve, you must learn to think like a designer. While there are [...]
We’ve all heard of the starving artist. That individual who is talented and dedicated to their craft, yet has a hard time making ends meet doing what they love. For every living artist whose paintings sell for tens of thousands of dollars, there are fifty or more struggling to make a living with their given talents. [...]
The kitchen is the most popular gathering spot in the home. While there are task-related practical considerations in terms of design, the truth is, this social hub has to be stylish and comfortable. To that end, here are the latest trends in counter surfaces. Quartz Composite – This nonporous, nonabsorbant surface material is 93 percent [...]
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Image South Fine Art’s founder Norman Bingham. Norm died at home on Friday, March 23, 2012, after an extended illness. Norm fought his battle the same way he lived his life, with dignity, courage, strength and grace. He began his fine art career in [...]