The Lewisville Texan Journal

Haute On Design: "FALL" Back in Love with Your Home

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 03:20:00 -0100

By Tamela Bowie

Fall is one of my favorite seasons of the year. Mother Nature puts on an awesome display of colorful beauty that can provide inspiration for decorating your home for the Fall. Brightly colored leaves, pumpkins and cornucopias are the staples for Fall decorating. By using nature as your guide along with these decorating tips, you can make a showy statement this Fall.

The changing color of the leaves are a signal that Fall has arrived. Fall leaves come in various colors ranging from the crimson reds to the golden yellows. They can be used to make great garlands, swags, and wreaths for your home.

Pumpkins are not only great for making pumpkin pies but they are also great to use for decorating. You can group them together as a collection or you can stack the pumpkins on top of each other to make a pumpkin topiary.

Childâs Playâ¦Decorating a Childâs Space

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 16:35:43 -0100

By Tamela Bowie
If you were to ask me what spaces do I like to decorate the most, I would have to say it is decorating spaces for kids. I am at my âcreative bestâ when I am designing kid spaces because it allows my creative and imagination juices to run wild. Decorating kid spaces still require the same elements of design, however, I can create spaces that can be a âlittle over the topâ or a little bit âout of the boxâ. Whether you decide to decorate the space DIY or hire the services of an interior designer, these decorating tips can help to create a fun and exciting space for your child.

First, choose an inspiration piece for the space. It can be a picture, a pillow or a childâs favorite toy or tv character. In this space, the comforter was the inspiration piece.

Second, invigorate the space with color. Color will play a very important part in setting the mood and feeling of the space. Be sure to allow the child to participate in this part of the decorating process because they are the ones who has to sleep or play in the space. The color in this space was chosen because the teenage client wanted a more calm and sophiscated feeling.

Haute on Design: Decorating with Color

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 16:15:08 -0100

Decorating with color can be a fun and exciting way to express your personality, style and creativity. The right color can transform a boring, non-descript room into a welcoming and livable space. Fear of color and the lack of color knowledge prevent many homeowners from incorporating color into their homeâs dÃ©cor.

Choosing a paint color for a space is not as daunting as it sounds. The roomâs size, itsâ purpose and the atmosphere you are trying to create should be taken into consideration when choosing a paint color. For example, the color red is perfect for formal dining spaces. It is a color that stimulates the appetite and encourages warm conversations.

Haute On Design: Tips on Summer Outdoor Entertaining

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:47:57 -0100

By Tamela Bowie

Summer is the season for outdoor entertaining. Pool parties, back-yard barbeques and evening soirees are just some of the events that come to mind. Many homeowners today have created an outdoor oasis right in their backyard complete with outdoor kitchens, dining and living spaces perfect for outdoor entertaining. Want to create a fun and exciting outdoor entertaining spaceâ¦then follow these simple design tips:

1. Ample cushioned seating is a must when it comes to outdoor entertaining. You want your guests to feel relaxed at all times which encourages great conversation and socializing. *If you do not have enough patio furniture, incorporate your indoor furniture such as chairs, stools or settees.

2. Create an inviting and relaxed dining experience by using an eclectic mixture of plates, glasses and serving platters.

Haute on Design: "Spring" Forward Your Home

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:55:37 -0100

Spring is one of my favorite seasons because it is the season of awakening, renewal, and rejuvenation. Homeowners are spring-cleaning, manicuring their lawns, planting spring flowers, and working on home decorating/improvement projects.

With the spring season just right around the corner, here are some designer tips on how to get your home ready for the spring:

1. Clean, De-clutter, Organize: As with any project, always start with a clean and organized space. Dust ceiling fans, furniture, blinds and window treatments. De-clutter and organize closets, pantries and garages. This is a great time to donate your unwanted items to your favorite local charity.

2. Re-Arrange Furniture: A new furniture arrangement can create a change of scenery in a space. Borrowing furniture pieces from other rooms can create a sense of newness and rejuvenation.

Haute on Design Does Dallas: Trends in Decorating and Design in 2012

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:08:32 -0100

Here is your January Dallas Market preview of new products, decorating/design trends and fashion styles for the year 2012.

Being an interior designer and a self-proclaimed âfashionistaâ has its privileges and rewards. The greatest reward is being able to visit and shop at the Dallas Market and World Trade Center. It gives me the opportunity to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and styles and provide a sneak preview of whatâs âHauteâ in 2012.

Interior Design & Decorating Trends

As always, traditional, contemporary and Old World design styles remain the forerunners of interior design/decorating but emerging are some new design styles:

Shabby Chic is making a huge comeback but with more of a streamline and smoother lookâ¦not quite so shabby and frilly.
Vintage Revival is âHauteâ in 2012 because of its usage of reclaimed accessories and furniture pieces from the past.
Victorian Gothic has been around for centuries but now has more of a chic and dark edge to its design style.

Design Color Trends

Although Pantone revealed the Color of The Year 2012 as âTangerine Tango 17-1463â, rich & deep hues and modern neutrals emerged as color choices in interior design/decorating.

Haute on Design: Store Those Christmas Decorations With Care

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 01:30:00 -0100

The New Year seems to always ignite a changeâ¦. So why not let the 2012 New Year ignite a change in how you decorate your home? Creating a change in your home can be done in several ways by updating, re-designing, re-purposing or even a complete remodel. I know those words may sound expensive or even foreign to some ears, but change is a good thing and itâs even better when itâs done on a budget. Hi, my name is Tamela D. Bowie and my monthly decorating column, âHaute On Designâ is going to provide decorating tips, how-to-videos, decorating trends, âbefore and afterâ pictures and designer tricks of the trade so that you can create a âhaute changeâ in your home while on a âhaute budgetâ.

So in keeping with the spirit of change for the New Year, here are some tips on how to store away your Christmas decorations until the next year: