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Recently I was asked what my design style was and how I design for people. I found it interesting because so many of the amazing designers I know and firms I know of have a distinct style. Often large clients contract with these firms based on the style of the firm. Some love clean lines [...] A a furniture nerd, I love learning about new products in the marketplace and learning about how different manufacturers are making a difference in the industry. As an interior designer, I am most concerned about providing a solution to my clients and helping them achieve a well designed space that meets all their needs. This week [...] One thing that I love about my gym is how they use colors and materials to divide space. Standing at the mirror in the busy corridor of the locker room, I noticed that while I was getting ready to leave, at least fifty people passed behind me and not a single one ran into me, [...] Twitter feeds are hot with college student lamenting about their interior design courses, complaining that it was the worst decision they ever made. I think many people go into interior design or take interior design electives because they believe it will be an easy way to boost their overall GPA. Interior design at the college I [...] Tunnel vision undertakes us each and every day. People believe that their piece of the pie is the most important, and that extends into interior design as well. When designing a space and meeting with various departments, department heads usually regard their function as the most important in the entire company. While in a way [...] Being an interior design professional, part of my job includes visiting clients. The only way I am able to help them efficiently is if I know what I am working with. Recently I visited a corporation that I was helping to relocate, and was very troubled at their response to my presence. While the people [...] Companies are in business to make a profit. This is not something new, but something that often gets lost as the business journey is underway. As companies progress and they are strategizeing how to win more business and increase margins, they can also focus efforts on unifying their business strategy with the [...] As a visual world, we are first drawn to color and then to form. Many times when presenting a product or layout to a customer, they get very concerned about the color of the photograph or sample I am showing them. When designing a presentation board, the best strategy to communicate my ideas has been [...] I was in the car recently and noticed a sign that read “extreme dance.” Really? Not that I am not a fan of dance or anything, but it began a dialog between my husband and me where he also questioned it and asked me why everything is “extreme” these days. I think that Americans are [...] Lately I have noticed a new trend in retail interior design. Corporations are realizing that many people don’t necessarily need a fitting room, however they still have a desire to try things before they purchase them. Informal fitting areas have been popping up in the middle of stores, in addition to the more traditional fitting [...] |
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