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It's All in the Details Good design is common, while great design is all in the details. Begin your project with classic pieces and then step back and look for opportunities to inject your personal style. Jen's kitchen began with traditional cherry cabinets, black pearl granite counter tops and a neutral ceramic tile floor. Laying the tile flooring on a diagonal opened up the space and gave the room a unique look. Although Jen is conservative, she wanted to add some color in the kitchen. The perfect solution was an iridescent glass mosaic tile for the back splash, which provided the richness and color Jen was looking for. Paint and custom window treatments finished off the space beautifully. Ben and Melissa purchased a contemporary brown Italian leather sofa for their family room. Melissa decided she would like to change the plush carpet to a hard surface flooring that would be easier to clean and help alleviate her son's allergies. Bamboo was practical as well as stylish. Ben chose a large piece of art from their travels to be the main focal point of the room. The single painting created a more dramatic feel than if they had decided to use several smaller paintings spread throughout the space. Woven silk throw pillows and a sisal area rug added texture to Ben and Melissa's condo. Plants and additional lighting was necessary to warm and brighten the family room. When trying to personalize your design, think of colors or items you are passionate about and bring them into your design plan. Make it a focal point or just a splash of color. Just remember to make it about you.
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