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As I was mirthfully walking down the isle of my favorite home décor stores when I was stopped dead in my tracks by the site of brightly painted pumpkins. Yes, that is what I said, pumpkins! The vision of the plastic, pulp free robust symbols of the upcoming holidays got me thinking of Fall. Believe it or not, it’s just around the corner and I’m setting my sights on what hues and home design trends are about make their presence felt. When the weather makes a shift (a slight one for those of us here in Florida), you can make a few modifications to your home as well. There are a lot of trends that are really beautiful, but not everyone wants or needs to give their home a complete makeover. I can show you a few and easy ways to transition your home to the look of fall 2017.
Velvet!
The beauty in velvet is its ability to speak. It should have an elegant soft voice that’s heard, without over powering the conversation. It’s important to choose one show stopping upholstery fabric and velvet may just be your ticket! The fabric feels luxurious and welcoming for fall. When combined with smooth metals and natural textures it adds visual interest and palpable alleviation. If you don’t have the budget for an upholstered sofa add a velvet throw or accent pillows instead!
Blush
I am lovingeverything blush! From vintage glassware and bedding to my Sunday Brunch’s eye shadow, this refreshing color speaks of youth and femininity. If you’re not the frilly type popping a blush throw or frame into a space is less serious, and overwhelming. By coordinating blush with elements and materials found in nature you can create a more contemporary edge and looks stunning mixed with stone and marble. If you are looking for a more ethereal look you can create a space that's monochromatic. No matter how you choose to add this gorgeous color into your space it will certainly keep you blushing.I’m asked what colors look best with blush from time to time. I say it looks great with greys or warm neutrals, and fresh when paired with rose gold metallic or trendy copper. Here are a few of my favorite ways to incorporate the color blush into your home's decor.
Classic White
Hardly boring, neutral white can virtually go with everything and anything. From glossy to chalky it’s a calm and cool vibe that I love! White adds an inherent easiness to any space it graces. It fits seamlessly into any design scheme or style. I love how crisp white walls can bring a modern edge to a room’s vintage stylings or how a white accessory can pop against a dark wood toned console table.
Furniture & Accessories That Double As Art
Art is taking center stage this fall. It’s no longer an afterthought or left as the last part of the puzzle. People will be basing their entire rooms around it and I’m not just talking about the art you hang on your walls. I’m talking about furniture and accessories that double as art. We will see interiors that are anchored not only by art but artful design pieces.
Are you craving a little something different in your home’s decor? Are you looking to occupy a space in your home that has an architectural flair? If you are, you may want to add a little geometry to your world. I’m not speaking of the math class you took in high school, but the geometric world of funky hexagons and fearless patterns. The geometric trend is a perfect way to energize your home. It’s a fabulous way to breathe life into a space and enhance a minimalist point of view and give a room an incredible polished look. If you want a room to look like you hired a designer, you’re going to have add a few pops of visual interest to your interiors. Patterns are fundamental and meet interior designer’s basic requirements while looking famously modern.Deciding to incorporate geometric into your home can be easy, but I am always asked how far should a person go? Do you use the patterns as an accent role or do you want to make a bold statement with wallpaper? It’s about understanding which elements of a room should play the leading role and which should act as an assisting director. If you choose to add more than one geometric pattern go ahead. Having a slight variation between the tones keeps things feeling unoriginal. I just love the unexpected and so may you! Below are a few ways to you can add a little geometric flair to a space. Always remember have a little fun, be a little daring and never be boring! 
An open airy construction piece just as West Elem’s below can provide and artful component to a negative space!
Sophistication meets geometry with a prism coffee table. It has a refined softness to it while furthering the modern look you are trying to achieve. It stimulates the senses every time one engages with it.
Blue & Gold Geometric Shower Curtain By Society 6
By adding a bold geometric rug you can make a bold WOW statement, like our designers did below. They added a small geometric metal accessory to tie the look together:
Another geometric trend is the addition of patterns and finishes to a piece of furniture. Here are two of our favorites!
The Haynes design is an innovative, architectural display and storage solution of pretty Mondrian geometries grounded by a black lacquer inset base. The grid design features useful pedestals and shelves that cantilever, suspend or float on the substantial iron frame.
Photo: Bungalow 5
Did you know that there are over 50 shades of the color blue? From the lightest icy shade of "Alice Blue" to one of the richest, 100% saturated "Oxford Blue", this magnificent color stays sincere and honest. The color blue commands a room and without being fussy or confrontational. It's like a best friend that is giving and honors the quality of a great friendship. Lighter hues can inspire relaxation and calmness to a bedroom. Crisp darker hues can add an immediate crispness to a room while blue stripes add layers and richness to a room. I love the classic combination of blue and white. It's like wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans, it never goes out of style. The mixture of the two colors can be dressed up or down. When compared to black and white it can be more welcoming, maybe a little more likable, some may say.
Blue is the #1 favorite color of all people. From shades of the ethereal sky to the coolness of the waters edge the color blue can bring a beauty to your home. From drapery to area rugs here are a few ways you can incorporate blue into your home's decor and a few of my favorite designs from Beasley & Henley.
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An inviting dining space is a home essential and chances are it’s one room in your home that could use a little attention. It’s not only about function, but a little fashion as well. It’s much more than just eating. It should be about the ambiance people feel when they dine in your home. A space where family and friends make time to share their lives. A place where a little drama may erupt in conversation or a place where a little drama can be felt within the décor.
Your table is the anchor of the room and the surrounding chairs are just as important. You want a table set that looks great, serves your dining needs and will last a long time. It’s important to take the time to select the right table for your room’s size and purpose. If you’re looking to go smaller or for great conversation and social gatherings, a round table is a great option. If you’re looking to go larger, a rectangular is popular choice. Most importantly don’t forget to confirm your dining room’s available space before making any table purchases. “Measure and measure again to before falling in love with a table that just won’t work. 
It’s fun to add an eclectic mix of chairs to your dining space and a great way to add your own personal style. Make sure they are the right height for your table before falling in love with them! I also love the look of a bench. So often in a dining space we think of individual chairs as our only choice. A bench with a medley of chairs works for any style of dining space from formal to casual, traditional to transitional. You can also cozy up to your favorite person and squeeze in a few more people during the holidays. 
Plan for beautiful lighting in your dining room. Include that uniquely gorgeous chandelier you have been eyeing for a while now. The right fixture can do your space a major favour and exhibit your personal style. It can easily contribute to mood and functionality of the room. A light fixture is like a beautiful piece of jewelry that’s enjoyed from a far. It can be more adventurous because no one’s touching these hanging works of art. Your chandelier can act as the sculptural element in your dining room. It can create the exact mood in which you choose to feel in the space. Don’t forget to consider the diameter and height in which you choose to have your chandelier hung when redecorating the space. 
Marking the beginning of Fall, pumpkin spiced lattes have made their presence in our favorite coffee shops and fall festivals have begun with their variety of fun filled activities. The shades of Fall such as orange, yellow and brown make for bewitching accents for the home. This week I want to focus on how the happy color orange can be introduced into your home decor and how its many flavors can bring warmth and energy into a space. Physically, this flamboyant color stimulates activity and socialization. It's time to inject a little fun into your life, don't you think? In home decor, it can revitalize and refresh a room in the most attractive way. Playfully dramatic, orange can wake you up in the morning, draw attention to a space or act as the star, making it the focal point to a room. If your not ready to take the full "orange" plunge, introducing a piece of artwork, bedding, lamp or pillows will add a surprising splash of color your room craves to have. The brightly colored hue of orange makes for a great contrast to neutral furnishings. It won't be a overpowering, but can still be beautiful. Today we appreciate orange in all its varying shades and the spark of energy it can add to a home. Let's commemorate it in your home and allow this versatile color to bring an uplifting mood. Let us inspire you with the many ways our design team incorporated orange into their designs. Enjoy the photos as we say cheers with our pumpkin lattes in hand. 
In order to preserve ones treasures & enchanting secrets, Boca do Lobo designed safes to secure them. Art for your home, each one has a personality of its own. They've been materialized into pieces of artwork for your home or office. With inspiring details, their mere presence creates a fascinating world of their own. Some of their safes are inspired by the great artistic movement- surrealism. They not only guarantee the preservation of your most valued possessions, but exude confidence and validity. Several of Boca do Lobo's treasures contain watch winders and cigar humidors. They're unique flavor materializes into beauty and function in the most poetic way. I believe these safes have become more personal. They've reached a point where the unique functionality embodies pure luxury in a life well lived. Answering the question- "What is luxury" may be more complex than one knows, but I believe these safes are works of art. The're undeniable unique and give one pleasure by their mere presence. They're not just objects in your home. They are an experience, a journey per say. They lend themselves to craftsmanship that will evoke feelings inside us all.Jorge Canete, the founder of Boca do Lobo was once quoted saying "I strongly believe in encounters; encounters with clients, with artists, with brand and with places. I love my job because each time we can write a new story". Then there's the talented Marco Coasta, Boca's head of design who stated "I believe that society is getting tired of industrial processes and mass production, my fight is to change this “way of living” from everyone." I am in agreement with both of their beliefs. I love my job and the weekly encounters the interior design field brings into my life. The places we've been inspires us to reach beyond the conventional home decor. Our Beasley & Henley team is always on the search for ways to bring more value and interest to a space. We enjoy desiging each clients home with a story in mind. A sweet story of beauty in a voice that speaks to them in the most beautiful way.Below are a few of my favorite safes coupled with a sprinkled of Boca's cabinet designs that I have a slight love affair with...
Cream Diamond
When I talk about the gold trend there are some that may feel a slight jolt from the 1980's. As designers we don't see it that way and I want you to see and feel the sophistication and glamour it could bring to your home. Unlike the 80's, today's gold trend is more about style and less about the "bling". I have to admit, I have a reinvigorated love affair with a touch of gold. When used correctly the gold trend can be quite flexible and endearing. It can be used as a stunning focal point, such as a coffee table, chandelier or piece of artwork. When incorporated into your accessories the richness in tones can enhance the simplicity of a space. It's my job to incorporate this trend into a clients home in a timeless way. In a way that will hold its value and remain engaging for seasons to come.I believe what a multi layered statement necklace does for a simple white dress, a gold piece of furniture or accessory will do for your home. It will provide style, evoke a feeling and respond to you on a personal level. When it comes to gold decor look for pieces with personality. If the pieces could talk what would you want them to say? Keep them interesting, light and fun. Allow them to add shine to your space, wake up a neutral backdrop or even compliment brights. I do believe they should come with a little warning sign that reads, "Please Distribute Carefully In Your Home." There is an art to striking the right balance and gold furniture in access can awaken your senses in a way that is not ascetically pleasing. The trick is to mix them with softer textures to balance them out. Here are a few ways Beasley & Henley Interior Design has incorporated the ever so appealing "gold" trend into our clients homes:
Here we added gold to this gorgeous home in Naples Florida. We've incorporated this timeless trend with a brushed gold cocktail table, side table, foyer light fixture and wall accessory.
A cocktail table and wall sconces were chosen to add a little glamour to this home.
A polished chandelier was incorporated into this guest suite to add a touch of interest to the space.
We chose gold mosaic tiles to embrace the refined look of the bar in this luxurious home. The gold compliments the marble top beautifully.
Here are a few of our favorite home decor pieces from Inside Avenue Home Decor:
I am loving the gold accented legs of these bar stools, console table and chandeliers from Lexington Home.
Yes, I believe in the power of flowers in a home. Whether real or imprinted on a pillow, they have positive physiological payback. Not only will they brighten up a room, but will touch one's spirit. Flowers are associated with good will and positive feelings. Their presence alone will enhance a person's sense of well being and heightened feelings of self satisfaction.The anticipation of Spring is gracefully haunting me these days. I've got Spring fever bad and its warmth has inspired me to write about the botanical trend that's embracing the market today. Floral patterns have been trending, and they are certainly a great addition to your home. Their ever growing popularity is a trend I like and hope is here to stay for a little while longer. Delightfully linguistic, the pure shape of a flower can highlight your favorite color or balance the dominate shades of a room. Be careful not to overload your patterns, especially if a room has a strong theme. Take a step back and look at your space. Can it handle botanical infused curtains or just a few delicate floral throw pillows? Look around and decide the best place to bring Spring into your home, and choose wisely.The photo below is a super-realism painting of a crape myrtle. Its illusion of a new reality reflects the color, light effects and shadows that a photograph cannot capture. This undeniably gorgeous painting breathes life into one of my clients family room. This is one of my favorite ways Spring can graciously be felt in ones home.
Finding a great accent piece is an easy way to give your home the floral trend it needs. When you are ready to incorporate this trend go ahead and add that perfect pillow, drapery panels, painting or small area rug. If your ready to go big, reupholster your favorite sofa in a bold print or wallpaper your walls. Below are a few ways you can incorporate the floral trend into your home, including a few of our favorite design projects!
I'm loving all shades of blue right now. Like I mentioned in last weeks blog posting "Pantone's Color Of The Year" , I think blue can bring life to any room. 
Harmonious and softly mindful are Pantone's colors of the year: Rose Quartz & Serenity. Their gorgeous pairing bring a refreshing feel to one's home and I feel it's a nice departure from last years rich color, Marsala. They dance to a song of equality and peace. A beautiful story of well being can be told with these calming colors, in this uncertain world. Rose Quartz & Serenity give off a hint of whimsy. A magical being of sorts, created from sweetness and fairy tales. I see these colors working seamlessly not only in home decor, but in fashion and beauty products as well.
SERENITY
I love the color blue! It's been my favorite color from the moment I could feel the beauty in colors. I love the blue of Key West, hydrangea blooms and my favorite blue jumpsuit with golden zipper details . I think of all that's good in the world when I think of the color blue. It brings a sense of peace and serenity to a mind that stays in constant motion. Pantone's light blue is like a cashmere blanket on a Fall's day. It can bring warmth and serenity to a space with its appearance. Once you acknowledge this pretty shade in a space you can truly appreciate its beauty. 
Rose Quartz
The color pink reminds me of sweet lullabies, cotton candy and pink lip gloss. It's an antidote to the stresses of life. I can see this compassionate color being used in a nursery a serene painting or a few well played accessories . Airy and light, I can see Rose Quartz in both modern or glamours spaces. Appealing in many finishes this relaxing color can be surprisingly sophisticated and livable. I can see Rose Quartz paired with many colors. I can see it paired with cream, black, gray, teal, burgundy, taup or shade of metallic. 
The occasional chairs are adorned in a rose quartz fabric. The designer at Beasley & Henley Interior Design incorporated serenity into the stripe of the drapes.
Rose Quartz Wall Paint
