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Fresh Inspirations: The Art Of Awareness...Are You Looking, But Not Seeing?

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Everywhere I look these days, it seems we are all too often caught in the act of multi-tasking. Now this is not an inherently bad trait; many of us wouldn’t get nearly as much accomplished ...

Fresh Ideas Herald Fall Decorating

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Looking for a room with a view when there is none?! Can’t afford to move, or renovate?! Check out the latest in truly affordable decorating trends, wall mural graphics. These wall-size scenics can truly transform ...

Quick Tips for Painting

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Wall Paint For easy maintenance, use a minimum level of eggshell gloss (never flat) for light colors. The darker the color, the higher the gloss. For a tone like hunter green or burgundy use a ...

Being a Great Client: Successful Interior Design Relationships

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Spending Plan aka Budget I know, no one likes to think in terms of money or limitations which is how budgets are perceived, but if you aren’t really ready to get down to brass tacks ...

Working Well With an Interior Designer: Finding the Right Fit and Being a Great Client

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Interviewing a design professional is important in finding the best match for you and your family. This is a lot like matchmaking, it is a matter not just of skills and talents but of a ...

Why Hire An Interior Designer?

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Many times hiring outside expertise to assist you with your interior decorating needs can be a real plus, and more cost effective than you may have realized. Designers and decorators come in all styles, levels ...

Creating a Life Worth Living, Part 3

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Getting Launched and Letting Go In the meantime, I was launching my own design practice six months earlier than planned. I had to put some pieces inherited from Mother up for auction to gain some ...

Turning Any Trip Into An Interior Decorating Destination!

By Melissa Galt · 18 years ago

Heading out of town for a long weekend, or maybe you have a business trip abroad? Whether it is a roadtrip to Charleston, a romantic getaway to Europe, or even a camping adventure in North ...