So the Pantone 2023 Color of the Year is Viva Magenta. It is a blending of nature and tech. When I first saw the promotion for the color I immediately thought tech. The image is other worldly and exudes a somewhat futuristic feel mixed with a kind of bold “where no man has gone’” vibe. […]
Brenda Anderson Designer Spotlight
The most successful designs, with longevity of design, are all based in nature Brenda Anderson Interior Elements & Design I’m super excited to bring you this months designer spotlight. Brenda Anderson of Interior Elements & Design is our designer in the spotlight. She is the creative force behind her full service interior design firm, Interior […]
Valentine’s Day Nature Inspired Home Decor
Valentine’s Day comes right in the midst of winter. Here in the Midwest that means it is more important than ever to find ways to add a little bit of life to an otherwise pretty dreary landscape. While this post falls under my Seasons and Holidays category we will show you how inspiration from nature […]
Evergreen Print Design Trends 2023
Printed Fabric Lampshades Can Give a Room Instant Personality
Growing up I can remember my mother was always buying new throw pillows to change the look of a room. One throw pillow has the power to do that. The same applies to printed lampshades. Printed fabric lampshades can give a room instant personality with a modest investment. I think that is amazing. As a […]
Design Your Biophilic Surroundings For A Healthier 2023
As the New Year begins many of us find ourselves making resolutions for a healthier lifestyle. Health can be affected by our eating habits, exercise, and good lifestyle habits such as getting plenty of sleep, no smoking, limiting alcohol consumption, etc. We are surrounded by marketing through media sources promoting diet programs, Yoga plans, lean […]
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Nature Inspired Upholstered Furniture and Furnishings
This post is all about the use of nature inspired upholstered furniture and furnishings. Natural motifs of floral elements, animals of all kinds, and textures can all be used to create environments that bring us closer to nature. Choosing upholstered pieces that have patterns and images are a great way to do that. As a […]
Michelle Ford Design- Designer Spotlight
Nature…Every Season Inspires Me Michelle Ford Photo Courtesy of Michelle Ford Design Iām really excited to bring you this first interview for our new Artist and Designer Spotlight Series. I have known Michelle Ford of Michelle Ford Design for many years, admire her work, and have even had the pleasure to work with her on […]
What Is Organic Clay Pottery And What Makes It Biophilic?
Organic Pottery is uniquely Biophilic. Biophilic Design, for those who do not know is the act of designing spaces and furnishing them with decor that satisfies our need to connect with nature. It has been shown to improve our health and wellness so it is worthwhile on so many levels. This can be achieved in […]