Modern Design Home Decor: August 2013

Friday, August 30, 2013

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So, I have a few friends and clients who have downsized lately. Many from very large to not so large homes. But some from large to very very small homes or apartments.

Some are retired, some are divorced, some are empty nesters, some are temporary,

all are trying to make small spaces cozy and efficient.

THE COLOR YOU CRAVE: GRAY

The world has been having a love affair...

with Gray/Grey

I get more questions, more search queries and more blog views on the subject of Gray / Grey

than any other subject.

ever.

DO YOU KNOW THAT ROOM COLOR CAN INFLUENCE YOUR MOOD ??!!

When thinking of decorating, most of us may not spend a lot of time thinking about the influence of a color and how it can affect our daily lives. Color has the power to change the shape and size of furnishings as well as the shape and size of the room itself. Room color can influence our moods and our thoughts in many ways depending on our age, gender, ethnic background or local climate.

The colors of the rooms at your home needs to brings out your personality. If you want to make a beautiful home you need to choose colors that reflect your likes and personalities. You do not have to worry about Color trends because Color trends will come and go!!! The trick is to blend those colors you like into a pleasing combination.

Choosing color combinations is one of the most intimidating steps for beginners. However it is not difficult if you equip yourself with some basic information about color and its effects.

As you can see, each color has a psychological value. Each color can influence your feelings from tranquility to rage. So when trying to create peace and harmony in your home, choose your colors wisely.

Ask your self, what mood do you want to create and what colors will help you get that mood!!
Home decorating websites, books, magazines can help you getting more ideas. You might also look for an Interior designer to guide you on this step.

Fabrics, carpets, furnitures and tiles are available in a more limited range of colors than Paint Colors, so choose them first and then decide on your Paint Color. When painting a room, limit the number of colors in a single room to no more than three or four. Too many colors in a single room can make a room look busy or cluttered.

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Tuesday, August 27, 2013

DINING ROOM COLOR OF THE DAY: PURPLE COLOR

Purple colors...

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Sunday, August 25, 2013

DO YOU HAVE A HOME OFFICE?....HERE IS THE COLOR INSPIRATION OF THE DAY

If not, perhaps you should think of having one! If yes, you should pick carefully what color you paint it.

Studies shows that while some colors divert from tasks at hand others can significantly increase a person's productivity, concentration and motivation.

Blue - can be calming and can lower your pulse rate while increasing productivity.
Purple - is thought to promote artistic creativity.
Green - creates a serene, soothing atmosphere, which can relieve stress.
Red and orange - promote excitement and enthusiasm.
Yellow - is cheerful.
Light browns and greys - deliver a feeling of serenity.
Darker browns - provide a stoic, earthy atmosphere.

Think about your job and what kind of environment you want to create.

Purple home office...purple is believed to lighten the mood...

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Friday, August 23, 2013

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Thursday, August 22, 2013

Raising An English Puppy

As our summer wraps up,

we have punctuated it with

a new puppy!

Meet Millie,

our eight week old
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

She is sweetness wrapped up in a ball of fur :)

Besides having a bark with an adorable English accent (ha!),

I have found that dogs are much better behaved here than in the US

Here are a few differences I've observed...

Someone recommended buying a padded kitten collar for our puppy

Not only is it comfortable, but it has a secure bell attached

which lets us know where she is

I am using a 'Puppy Aid Training Spray' outside

which has a special scent to train puppies where to go potty

Believe it or not, it works!

Puppy training classes are held in church and village halls

or in a local field by individual dog trainers,

not in big box retailers

In my puppy training class, we'll be using treats

and a whistle (I'm so intrigued)

I found these dog bowls

with a wider base than its opening

to prevent big ears from falling into food & water

(perfect for spaniels and hounds)

- clever! -

They use static leashes here, not retractable ones

Dogs are off-leash when in the woods

and on-lead when on streets

(in the US, dogs must be on lead in public
except in a few designated areas)

In the US, dogs are neutered/spayed at 8 weeks old
however in the UK, vets like to wait until they are 6 months old

Dogs should be on medication to prevent lungworm,
contracted by eating snails or slugs

My veterinarian is housed in a barn circa 1820s
that still feels very farm-y

Lastly, in America we have the impression

that England is even more pet friendly than the US

I'm not sure where this myth came from

because I find the attitudes and practices to be the same
(i.e. no one is grocery shopping with a dog in tow)

Have a lovely weekend,
Woof!
:)

- photos by me -