This tip is a TRUE renovation reality. If you don’t plan accordingly for a home renovation you may run out of money. If you don’t want this to happen watch this video to find out how to prepare yourself.

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In this video I give away the REAL secret to surviving a home renovation….I hope it helps you as much as it has helped my clients in the past!

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There’s nothing better than bringing a new dimension and experience to your life by transforming your home with new fresh paint. So before you head down to the paint store I’d like to share this video with you – explaining how to choose the right paint colors for your home.

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Determining how much to spend on your home renovation projects can be overwhelming and confusing.   So what is a wise investment?

Watch my latest video where I share a quick tip on this very subject.

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Planning a home renovation project can create an extremely stressful environment particularly when it comes to setting a budget.  Knowing what you want and need in advance is the key to a successful home design project and planning ahead will undoubtedly save you time and money – making sure you don’t make expensive mistakes or waste time.

Without pre-planning disasters can occur.

Whether you’re gutting your kitchen or adding on on new master bedroom suite, I’d like to share a quick  tip with you.

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Summer is behind us and we’re officially into “Fall” mode, and for many of us the thought of getting our homes “holiday ready” is slowly becoming a reality.

Finding fresh design inspirations for fall 2011 and adding some warmth to your home is as easy as ever – particularly when the runways, magazines, newspapers and television shows keep us abreast as to what’s hot and what’s not from one year to the next.

Here are just a few of the home design trends that have been making their mark recently. I feel most of these trends have the staying power and are on the verge of becoming the new lifestyle standard.

What’s Hot!

Architect: Amy Gardner: Gardner/Mohr Architects

Investing in Your Home: 

Yes the economy remains unpredictable but more and more homeowners are finally “ready” to enhance their quality of life at home. “Nesting” is here to stay and re-thinking the way we really want to live is now a reality.  Implementing high quality sustainable, recycled and renewable materials and products into our homes – is an investment worth making and will withstand the test of time.  It’s smarter, healthier and greener!

Photo via: Leslie Goodwin Photography

Multi-Functional Spaces:

Maximizing every inch of space – within the existing footprint – and providing creative and integrated storage solutions throughout your entire home is more important now than ever. Less clutter and greater organization will contain your “stuff” and still allow your home to feel more spacious, uncluttered and inviting.

Photo via:  Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Re-Interpretation of Design Styles:

From coast to coast the design showrooms are displaying a distinct softening and refinement of the modern interior with a departure from the harsher lines and minimalist trends of the past few years.  Introducing a mixture of many design genres into your room creates an immediate personality and lifestyle – something many design savvy homeowners are craving these days.  With fewer rules than ever before, re-interpreting the past and blending it with the new creates a more authentic and personal interior design style.  Infusing character which has evolved over time – creates that “Timeless” interior.

Photo via: LUX Design Inc.

The New “It” Color:

Each season the color forecasters share the new colors of the moment.  This fall it’s the color – purple!  It defines elegance and refined luxury at the same time represents royalty (and who doesn’t NEED to feel regal from time to time!) This spiritual color also works beautifully with various shades of grey, cream, yellows, rich woods and metallics.

Contact us at Interior Makeovers Inc. 310-788-0990 to discuss your home design visions.

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If you want to start your renovation off on the right foot and set the tone for the next several months or more, then consider a few of these surefire ways to win over your design team, and make your renovation experience a great one.

In this video I give you some tips on how to not only survive a renovation but maybe even enjoy it! Have fun!

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Creating a “Wow Factor” in any space is all about the unexpected –regardless of budget. It’s about creating an energy that embodies you as you enter a room.  Something that will raise an eyebrow or provoke an approving smile – that will set your home apart from the rest.

It can be as simple as maximizing a spectacular view, painting your ceiling a deeper color than your walls, using reclaimed doors from a salvage yard as a headboard, or introducing a bright and colorful contemporary piece of art in a traditional space.  Just one special detail can create a huge impact and give you the “wow” you’re looking for.

Interior Architecture:

Photo via Eldorado Stone

This is my favorite talking point in design.

Integrating fixed details like, arches, niches, columns, ceiling details or interesting surface materials into the architecture of the home, instantly transforms a boring space and provides an eye-popping framework for the rest of the décor within.

These days the size of the room is foreshadowed by the well-appointed space – and higher quality finishes speak volumes!

Dramatic Walls:

Photo via Elle Decor

Designer Liza Bruce’s Moroccan bathroom is based on an eight-pointed star theme.  What is so impactful in this space is the traditional Islamic mirrored wall design.  The dramatic texture, color, pattern and reflection create that immediate wow factor.  Grab some inspiration from this concept and create some drama with mirrors and moldings on a wall in your home.

Eye-popping Area Rugs:

Photo via Elle Decor

A boldly striped rug provides an ideal foundation and anchor for this room, as it gives instant “oomph” to this monochromatic space. The eye-catching rug tends to unify all the classic elements within – and gives it the spirit and vitality it needs to create that “Wow Factor”.

Elegant Light Fixture:

Photo via Lori Gilder                      Interior Makeovers Inc.

For instant sophistication and sparkle introduce the unexpected and add a crystal chandelier into your kitchen. It works brilliantly within a classic kitchen style and becomes the true focal point.

Nothing says wow like shimmery crystal!

Salvage and Reinvention:

Photo via Lori Gilder                          Interior Makeovers Inc.

Using an exotic Indian screen creates a visually striking headboard in this master bedroom. This very distinctive design element integrates beautifully within this eclectic bedroom retreat.

What are some of your ideas in creating your “Wow Factor” at home?

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I am back again with your renovation reality check. This is a very important if not THE most important reality you need to be very aware of. Estimating the right time to your project. Watch

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This is a tip you’ll thank me for…I promise.  This is a true renovation reality.

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