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Create a Shared Sanctuary: Easy Tips to Design a Bedroom Retreat

noreply@blogger.com (FurnitureFind) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:00:00 +0000

WALTHAM, MASS. – July 28, 2008 – As the space in which we sleep – and start and end our days – the bedroom is easily the most personal room in our homes. For too many couples, the bedroom is functional space, often the last room in the house to be decorated. But by choosing the right bedroom furniture (and with a little planning), it can become a shared sanctuary that calms, centers and energizes.

Davis Remignanti, FurnitureFind.com’s lead design consultant, offers these easy design tips on how your bedroom furniture and decor can transform the most traditional “sleep space” into an instant (and romantic) getaway:

Get away from it all: Start by thinking “Sanctuary” and begin designing your bedroom with a focus on your favorite pastimes. Whether reading, exercising or listening to music, don’t crowd the activities you both love – provide the desk space, storage, or comfy seating that they require. The right bedroom furniture will enhance the hours you spend at these activities.
Savor your Zzzzz’s: At the end of the day, the bedroom is about sleeping, and your bed is where you likely spend around a third of each day. Since a good night’s sleep will make all the difference tomorrow, consider upgrading your mattress or simply adding fresh new bedding. Then, stretch out and relax.
Shun the distractions: Escape from the world by hiding away larger electronics – television, stereo components and computer – in an armoire that provides easy access to your media channels when you want them, but is even easier on the eyes when you don’t.
Showcase your passion: If you love it, let it show. When redecorating the bedroom, resist the impulse to pack away mementoes. Instead, look for opportunities to showcase the souvenirs and photos you both love. A true retreat is not just a getaway, but a celebration of your shared passions.
Look up: Don’t forget your vertical space. Carry your retreat design theme into the third dimension by updating your walls with a fresh new color. You can also put them to work: Walls are an underutilized resource – examine where you can enhance the look of your bedroom furniture with a new piece of artwork.
Lighten up your outlook: Any room makeover calls for a fresh look at lighting. Survey your bedroom as a whole, keeping in mind specific task needs. Lighting requirements will differ greatly from your dressing, activity and sleeping areas. For extra convenience – as well as added ambiance – consider putting your primary lights on a dimmer switch.
Feel groovy: When accessorizing, feel the energy of Feng Shui by following the practice originated in China of honoring the environment – indoors. Where possible, introduce water, wind chimes, color and crystals into your bedroom design to enhance the positive energy and romantic appeal.

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Give Your Small Space Some Big Style

noreply@blogger.com (FurnitureFind) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:10:00 +0000

BOSTON, MASS. – June 24, 2008 -- Whether it's because you live a tight budget or simply prefer the conveniences of apartment living (or both), a small living space can still have big style if you follow some simple guidelines, says Davis Remignanti, Lead Design Consultant at FurnitureFind.com (http://www.furniturefind.com/).

Measure, Measure, Measure. When furnishing a small space, it's vital that you measure your room carefully - and never shop without a tape measure! Don't rely on the measurements you may seen on price tags - they could be off by an all-important inch or two.
Shop Every Department. Who knows, the perfectly-scaled dresser for your bedroom may be in the children's department. The petite dining table you need may be with the outdoor furniture. Apartment living requires thinking outside the box. Don't let labels limit you - if it works for your space, that's all that matters.
Think in 3 Dimensions. Don't just think about the "footprint" of your furniture - height is the most overlooked dimension in decor. If your space doesn't have soaring ceilings, keep your furniture low and lean to ensure that your small space has an open and airy feeling. Even a small-scale piece can appear bulky if it's too tall.
Pare it Down. Bring high style into cramped quarters by shopping for simply styled, clean lined furniture. Your sofa doesn't have to have arms - your bed doesn't have to have a footboard. Apartment living is all about making a small space feel larger!
Refined Palette. A small space benefits from a controlled color palette. Two or three pops of accent hues against a soothingly monochromatic color scheme will give your decor instant sophistication. And remember, monochromatic doesn't mean neutral and boring - it can be bold and daring!
Big Art, Big Impact. Don't burden your walls with multiple, wimpy pieces of wall decor. A single large-scaled piece of art can actually give a small space a confident sense of self! Consider an oversized piece of vintage advertising art on a single accent-colored wall.
Move It! Small needn't be boring, especially if it's constantly changing! Consider modular furniture that can be re-arranged on a whim. Furniture on casters allows you to re-configure the look of your room without needing an extra pair of hands to help.
Set the Scene. One of the favorite secrets of designers? Up lights. Canister lights that can be placed on the floor, behind furniture, on shelves - where they cast an upward beacon of light that adds drama and dimension. They are easily moved around, and nothing will change the look of your room like an unusual accent of light.
Treat Yourself. An under-appreciated fact about apartment living is this - because you need fewer pieces, your budget can be stretched to include a splurge or two. Take that money you saved on dining chairs and treat yourself to high end bed linens or the best electronics.

“Remember, bigger is not necessarily better,” says Davis Remignanti. “With a little planning, your small space can be an exquisite jewel box, perfect for you because it's uniquely your own.”

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Living Large Outdoors: Top Trends in Outdoor Furniture Decor

noreply@blogger.com (FurnitureFind) — Thu, 15 May 2008 14:50:00 +0000

BOSTON, MASS. – May 15, 2008 – This year’s top trends in outdoor furniture offer many options for living large out-of-doors, in comfort and style, says Davis Remignanti, lead designer for FurnitureFind (www.furniturefind.com):

Inside Style, Outside Function. Discover new designs that don't look obviously like outdoor furniture (www.furniturefind.com/less-than-stronggreater-than-Outdoor-Furnitureless-than-stronggreater-than-C25963.html). Seating and tables constructed of weather-resistant materials look less like cabana furnishings and more like classic indoor designs (http://www.furniturefind.com/Kingsley-Bate-Teak-TB38-IB15-KB1392.html).

Design Underfoot. Nothing defines a furnished area like a rug, and every year the selection of rugged outdoor floor decor gets nicer (http://www.furniturefind.com/Homespice-Decor-Tuscany-HSD1087.html). Or, consider a painted rug. Use quality deck paint, a good sealer and a little creativity to break up the long expanse of wood.

Bringing the Indoors Outside. Some furniture designed for indoor use can work just fine outdoors. Look for pieces constructed of metal, glass and stone, which will develop a patina over time when exposed to the elements (http://www.furniturefind.com/Koch-Originals-7271-260-KO1034.html). That old Baker's rack can function as a beautiful bar or plant stand, and the metal and glass cocktail table that looked beautiful in your living room will add a touch of glamour to your outdoor space.

Temporary Walls. Define your patio or outdoor space (and add to your privacy) by constructing outdoor walls with simple supports and draped fabrics like sail cloth or rip-stop nylon. Let the panels flutter in the breeze or secure them all around, but keep in mind the amount of wind your outdoor space experiences.

Twinkle, Twinkle. Bring light to your space in new and interesting ways. An old electric ceiling fixture with glass hurricanes can be hung over head, without electricity, to serve as a candelier. Or, hang several Bethlehem stars with tea lights. Or, the old standby, strings of white Christmas lights to offer a magical flavor to evening entertaining.

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Designing a Media Room for Style and Comfort

noreply@blogger.com (FurnitureFind) — Tue, 13 May 2008 10:37:00 +0000

BOSTON, MASS. – May 13, 2008 – More than ever before, Americans are moving their televisions out of their living rooms and bedrooms - and into dedicated home media rooms. A space devoted to TV viewing presents unique room design challenges, and C. Davis Remignanti, Lead Design Consultant at http://www.furniturefind.com/, offers the following tips:

Let There Be Light: To optimize your home entertainment (http://www.furniturefind.com/less-than-stronggreater-than-Entertainment-Furnitureless-than-stronggreater-than-C25957.html) experience, you need to have total control over light. The best media rooms have few windows, room-darkening window treatments, and lights on dimmer switches. Total darkness is not the ideal - a small amount of dim light makes the images on high-definition TVs less straining on the eyes.

Reserved Seating: Consider the number of seats you really need. A young or retired couple who don't host "movie night" parties needn't have seating for six. A family with two or three children may need, on occasion, to accommodate eight or more, making sectional sofas (www.furniturefind.com/Simmons-Upholstery-Ebbtide-Sectional-SUP1377.html) a good option.

Time to Recline: When possible, try to work reclining furniture (www.furniturefind.com/Home-Styles-5610-10-1001-HO1252.html) into your room's décor. Nothing enhances your viewing pleasure quite like feeling as though you are in the lap of luxury. Sure, recliners are a guilty pleasure, but they are the perfect choice for media rooms.

Under Cover: Keep your electronics under wraps - no one likes a tangle of cords and wiring. Choose a media cabinet (www.furniturefind.com/Riverside-Furniture-34157-34158-RVF1263.html) that has closeable doors and more storage than you think you'll need. The chances are that every drawer and storage area will prove useful.

Go Wireless: Even an inexpensive home theater speaker system will greatly enhance your viewing experience. But having speakers dotted all around the room can be logistically difficult. Consider a wireless speaker system to keep the room free of extraneous clutter and wires.

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Tips on Selecting the Perfect Dining Room Furniture

noreply@blogger.com (FurnitureFind) — Thu, 01 May 2008 14:15:00 +0000

WALTHAM, MASS. – Whether you’re seeking to upgrade your dining room to add elegance when entertaining your friends, or to cozy up your family dinner hours, FurnitureFind.com's lead Design Consultant, Davis Remignanti offers these practical steps to ensure that your dining room furniture will rise to the occasion:

Sturdy Support: Choosing between dining tables with legs or a pedestal base? Pedestal tables can fit additional chairs more easily than most leg tables. However, leg tables tend to be more stable and less likely to tip if something heavy is placed near the edge. Regardless of style, avoid a tight fit when every chair is occupied, by measuring your room before buying a new table.
Please Be Seated: When selecting dining chairs, look for good back support and strong arms. These features will not only provide comfort, but will help ensure that guests will want to linger over coffee and dessert!
Up with Upholstery. Add a dash of color and soften the "serious" look of all-wood dining suites with fully upholstered chairs. They come in a wide range of styles, but perhaps the most versatile is the elegant Parsons Chair, which can double as accent seating when needed.
Accessorize the Look: If space allows, enhance your room with accessory furniture. Add an opportunity to show off your collectibles in a curio cabinet, or contribute both style and storage to the space with a sideboard buffet.
Through the Looking Glass: They look elegant, but glass top dining tables can require more cleaning to keep the fingerprints at bay. If you like the look, it’s a trade-off you’ll need to make.
Show Your Style: Perhaps your dining room furniture might benefit from a little “mix-and-match” attitude. Don’t be afraid to invest in a quality dining table and combine it with an antique buffet or coordinating (but not matching) chairs.

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