Archive for 'Design Dilemma'
Jan / 10
Design Dilemma: Decorating a Child’s Room
Design dilemmas; we all have them. And as an interior designer, I’ve learned most people have the same concerns and questions when it comes to decorating their homes. That’s why I feature design dilemmas in my blog and encourage readers to submit their decorating questions through my website. Interior design is my passion and I want to help you anytime I can. Here’s a recent and common question I hear from parents when decorating their child’s room. I hope you find the tips helpful and remember, feel free to submit your own ”design dilemma” at www.barbaragilbertinteriors.com/blog/.
Q: I’m moving my son from his crib to a bed and I’m at a loss how to decorate his new room. I want something that will last, but I know how fast kids grow and their tastes change. How can I decorate his room so it will “grow” with him?
A: That’s a great question and a dilemma faced by every parent. Thankfully, there are many easy and affordable ways to decorate a child’s room so that the decor can change right along with him or her. Here are some of my favorite interior design tips. I hope you find them helpful!
Go with neutral bedding (solids, stripes). Buzz Lightyear might be cute now, but he’ll be cringe inducing in a few years. With neutral bedding, you can change up the accessories (pillows, sheets) as your child grows with different themes, colors and patterns.
Bedding by PB Teen.
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Nov / 10
Design Dilemma – A Stylish Recliner
Q: We’re finally able to buy new living room furniture which I’m thrilled about, but my husband insists on buying a recliner. I’ve never liked the way recliners look. Is it possible to find a stylish one that will make us both happy?
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Oct / 16
Design Dilemma – Pink Tile
Q: I just moved into a new home and one of the bathrooms has pink tile. I really don’t like pink. I can’t afford to change the tile right now, so how can I make it less noticeable?
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