A family-friendly great room makeover

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpQPUVaxpFxwwmN9RiJ1pJ9CMca3jbiQNm4GTQlI5XoAKVEYAFr49JF9FHxA8t7t3X_3lq6BwltDWEXQhhjICI0cXq1DVoqcbtjLimR1ie_kLdDc0y0f-vUte6AlJvit28TP62L-9HdnTa/s1600/art+++bar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpQPUVaxpFxwwmN9RiJ1pJ9CMca3jbiQNm4GTQlI5XoAKVEYAFr49JF9FHxA8t7t3X_3lq6BwltDWEXQhhjICI0cXq1DVoqcbtjLimR1ie_kLdDc0y0f-vUte6AlJvit28TP62L-9HdnTa/s1600/art+++bar.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>I finally had a chance to visit one of my first Bassett makeover rooms to take after photos. As with most projects, this one was completed in stages. Below are the design details ...</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4eX3Geq8YPH-JQ9vqmNBMaEjYm60fE8lvRykeVU5DEhA97lSHqp0no29aaHwmzmucfJ_g23A8KjwIuIgQ57RbAOrBc-fPM4nTc-G8dP2jRF0M3uzjlM2PR_HOyh1L2IGbpO2FbQim8gO4/s1600/alex+living+room+before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4eX3Geq8YPH-JQ9vqmNBMaEjYm60fE8lvRykeVU5DEhA97lSHqp0no29aaHwmzmucfJ_g23A8KjwIuIgQ57RbAOrBc-fPM4nTc-G8dP2jRF0M3uzjlM2PR_HOyh1L2IGbpO2FbQim8gO4/s1600/alex+living+room+before.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">– before photos –</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhush3DujawtR5RygLSPhFZGJwFMgwUavEY9AAI9ujDaQwYJ5Z39M0vWYt7TJZDbywOyiKtXdrXDIm-gzbkNATi4wKRL5ShiUnN_xJ1AMuZfU39gbempI_3B9bKL6WdiuLDQUJQL0wplppH/s1600/alex+LR+bar+before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhush3DujawtR5RygLSPhFZGJwFMgwUavEY9AAI9ujDaQwYJ5Z39M0vWYt7TJZDbywOyiKtXdrXDIm-gzbkNATi4wKRL5ShiUnN_xJ1AMuZfU39gbempI_3B9bKL6WdiuLDQUJQL0wplppH/s1600/alex+LR+bar+before.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">BEFORE: this family room was in need of new furnishings after the homeowners had given some of their pieces to children who had moved into their own homes. The homeowners visited <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">Bassett,</a> and we set up a time for me to come see the space. With young grandchildren often in the house, they wanted to create a warm and cozy room that was child friendly, yet comfortably inviting for adults. All existing pieces could go with the exception of the bar which at the time was front and center next to the fireplace.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglwmpilAaZ2D8i930-EJydWbJKXsZAoQvXh2-9hpPC1FX4YrA8s9DxKTbVAdBUXXyiSWzai-oVRju8D8RML27X9iRyqdZy4YhVZ-Fkquq0VbYAib1J_tBmWzWfZ44vJUgqRAGCtyYkvNGd/s1600/alex+living+room+floor+plan.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglwmpilAaZ2D8i930-EJydWbJKXsZAoQvXh2-9hpPC1FX4YrA8s9DxKTbVAdBUXXyiSWzai-oVRju8D8RML27X9iRyqdZy4YhVZ-Fkquq0VbYAib1J_tBmWzWfZ44vJUgqRAGCtyYkvNGd/s1600/alex+living+room+floor+plan.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">During our makeover visit, I measured the perimeter of the room along with pieces that would be staying. Back in the Bassett design studio, I put together this floor plan which made it clear that the bar could easily be moved behind the sectional, creating a more family oriented focal point that combined television and fireplace together on one side (before the television was where the bar is now). The high bar seats can now also easily turn to view the TV and serve as additional seating when family and friends are over for the game. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfpuyLjVPGwEKCD64wDFnWIoNQJQq98SF1CxRov4tAK3iY2ZCvdas6aka1uW2fyr4GGsOizWFIs1E5m6RQwScp_4LETOb3rChbQ_k5ogWkGIU9gfnfvlvW9wHJMFnFh_ay4uR_k5z4xy4/s1600/alex+living+room+makeover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfpuyLjVPGwEKCD64wDFnWIoNQJQq98SF1CxRov4tAK3iY2ZCvdas6aka1uW2fyr4GGsOizWFIs1E5m6RQwScp_4LETOb3rChbQ_k5ogWkGIU9gfnfvlvW9wHJMFnFh_ay4uR_k5z4xy4/s1600/alex+living+room+makeover.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /><i><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Alex%EF%BF%BDL-Shaped-Sectional-DZ28668.asp">Alex Sectional with Custom Storage Ottoman</a></i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">We selected a new chaise sectional in a soft charcoal colored fabric which now offers plenty of seating while also being a nice spot for reading (or napping). The pair of existing ivory chairs were eliminated from the pathway between the doorways and were replaced with a fun, large scale rustic sideboard that is highlighted with an appropriately scaled colorful piece of <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Waves-of-Mercy--giclee-wall-art-d%EF%BF%BDcor--DZ30915.asp">abstract art</a> (also from Bassett). Sherwin Williams Sedate Gray on the walls softens the high ceiling lines, keeping the focus on the room below. On the gleaming hardwood floors we added a luxurious viscose carpet that both looks beautiful and feels great under bare feet.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh76Svdd3jfzjbRmFDAuybvuSZ-IYhSMjouDA_-Sd3qXV7NqgMPhwVxmP2D2p3-riWo_ju3FJ4aL53KjbIVcifDuFh3BprX19FfweYyglKVXAE2DvKLQWr6LjrBsJaPDyqOAPeRrGAwZPd3/s1600/kerala+buffet+Bassett.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh76Svdd3jfzjbRmFDAuybvuSZ-IYhSMjouDA_-Sd3qXV7NqgMPhwVxmP2D2p3-riWo_ju3FJ4aL53KjbIVcifDuFh3BprX19FfweYyglKVXAE2DvKLQWr6LjrBsJaPDyqOAPeRrGAwZPd3/s1600/kerala+buffet+Bassett.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Light-Wood-Buffett-4-Doors-4-Drawers-DZ27820.asp">Discoveries Kerala Buffet</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0KJzXfg0VannhdG18DLxJ8wPHMADW-8Mkj_CfRyAWHLcazA_DGNkx5q7H9u2NgF4Fop2KIeQxLlUzmxgFFjJ7EUd8NjsTra_vAbM92wFeJ2BYv8k78NRyQOAZyHmETOP9wuSTUeoahams/s1600/rexford+mist+carpet+Bassett.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0KJzXfg0VannhdG18DLxJ8wPHMADW-8Mkj_CfRyAWHLcazA_DGNkx5q7H9u2NgF4Fop2KIeQxLlUzmxgFFjJ7EUd8NjsTra_vAbM92wFeJ2BYv8k78NRyQOAZyHmETOP9wuSTUeoahams/s1600/rexford+mist+carpet+Bassett.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><i><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Rexford-Mist-wool-rug--DZ31721.asp">Rexford Mist Carpet</a></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKxlN-BYIcl2MGE6w9U4iWMBAsmHg5pK7nMMuZR8YJHeV6_4XfmKEYrBtV3G5NwcQF0ee_Eoi0kZcx5s8HwA3m_bwHwB_sI7Kktaw9Mkxd9x4lw-ETFraeW8wKb-VDc7wso7XGOcnLWJS/s1600/sherwin+williams+sedate+gray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKxlN-BYIcl2MGE6w9U4iWMBAsmHg5pK7nMMuZR8YJHeV6_4XfmKEYrBtV3G5NwcQF0ee_Eoi0kZcx5s8HwA3m_bwHwB_sI7Kktaw9Mkxd9x4lw-ETFraeW8wKb-VDc7wso7XGOcnLWJS/s1600/sherwin+williams+sedate+gray.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><i><a href="http://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW6169/">Sherwin Williams Sedate Gray SW6169</a></i><br /><div><i><br /></i></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho7fuiN4YUuG-EMb1gT9FyFD5exw3xEyf1YvfcnFImw53bVbv8tvqP11vpIBgC3gsgVkbsSzxU8u2wKctL11EYAi0mAIChgXs2Rv-GdLmn_AxptleHgor1r7SDvjHNSo4b638_OesDewxe/s1600/bishop+chair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho7fuiN4YUuG-EMb1gT9FyFD5exw3xEyf1YvfcnFImw53bVbv8tvqP11vpIBgC3gsgVkbsSzxU8u2wKctL11EYAi0mAIChgXs2Rv-GdLmn_AxptleHgor1r7SDvjHNSo4b638_OesDewxe/s1600/bishop+chair.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">One of my favorite pieces that I recommended for this room makeover is the <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Fabric-Tuxedo-Arm-Swivel-Chair-for-Living-Room-and-Office-DZ12775.asp">Bishop Swivel Chair</a> which we upholstered in a small scale, pewter colored print pattern. It<span style="text-align: center;">’</span>s a fabric that’s easy to live with, yet modern and stylish. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE69Y_uUOFsTV5W3WTvGnKehOSB6CJy8DfF0vNVMpleuWLpN-mDnggU5FhRnUXH3t7CSXqJCir_HCGMgDvmnCXPqYRiKLziT3K8KV8AxN5TGpdq1KoTZLa_sLXy-G4IF2GxGn0FG66oNtV/s1600/alex+room+swatches.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE69Y_uUOFsTV5W3WTvGnKehOSB6CJy8DfF0vNVMpleuWLpN-mDnggU5FhRnUXH3t7CSXqJCir_HCGMgDvmnCXPqYRiKLziT3K8KV8AxN5TGpdq1KoTZLa_sLXy-G4IF2GxGn0FG66oNtV/s1600/alex+room+swatches.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xbtpTZZqPgX3kS7jB3LnzE9QD16NVwYMy2ZXN1LxnrdhCf0-_TYM3nFJWF2BHWe1KnNgtNCiaZqSp-GNbk-5oPVTSkM6tI2C2glIlU0IX269sN3RXlSVrC4BAWrT451rwLHbtkE8uRqd/s1600/turquoise+tray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xbtpTZZqPgX3kS7jB3LnzE9QD16NVwYMy2ZXN1LxnrdhCf0-_TYM3nFJWF2BHWe1KnNgtNCiaZqSp-GNbk-5oPVTSkM6tI2C2glIlU0IX269sN3RXlSVrC4BAWrT451rwLHbtkE8uRqd/s1600/turquoise+tray.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Bright bits of turquoise and sea glass colors add interest to the neutral palette of this newly designed living space.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7KPoJuV3jnu63dXlI5Smmmot5Arb-3PAGnhR4n2Z180X1fZa5G1oaqfvYVoPkcYNdnRnxZObp2CgNX9Fx1MYkrqk_MqIFDrR7yBZug1FcecTstUQwfNgAqc_bfPR36CbMKD0lRUNcXw8X/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+11.24.03+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7KPoJuV3jnu63dXlI5Smmmot5Arb-3PAGnhR4n2Z180X1fZa5G1oaqfvYVoPkcYNdnRnxZObp2CgNX9Fx1MYkrqk_MqIFDrR7yBZug1FcecTstUQwfNgAqc_bfPR36CbMKD0lRUNcXw8X/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+11.24.03+AM.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">It was a real pleasure working on this room makeover, and I</span><span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;">’</span><span style="font-size: large;">m glad that the space is being enjoyed (when I was over last, I got to meet the adorable grandchildren : )</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Do you have a room that<span style="text-align: center;">’</span>s ready for a makeover? <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/designer-bio.asp?did=661">Find me here</a>  and we can get it started!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>

A family-friendly great room makeover

I finally had a chance to visit one of my first Bassett makeover rooms to take after photos. As with most projects, this one was completed i...

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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGZx-DeqDehBbpHqRK_BhSl0uU7575fOzRMzwRl4yTZBFvXQX1rqURKd2n9sQc5mpzKwBNLrD1WyOD_a44IKufADzPqQP6MocOxiDLhrwLbs9D-rS1mGqJDxM21Drjl5seARe_FaMnNbzU/s1600/Bassett+vintage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGZx-DeqDehBbpHqRK_BhSl0uU7575fOzRMzwRl4yTZBFvXQX1rqURKd2n9sQc5mpzKwBNLrD1WyOD_a44IKufADzPqQP6MocOxiDLhrwLbs9D-rS1mGqJDxM21Drjl5seARe_FaMnNbzU/s1600/Bassett+vintage.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Collide-DZ30051.asp">art</a>  //  <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Zoe-Table-Lamp-DZ34584.asp">lamp</a>  //  <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Bachelor's-Chest-DZ32383.asp">bachelor's chest </a> //  <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Revival-Collection-DZ29473.asp">carpet</a>  //  <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Bedding-Basics-Std-Sham-Teal-DZ31846.asp">bedding</a>  //  <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-upholstery/pillows/custom-pillows.asp">accent pillow</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-beds/custom-beds.asp">upholstered bed</a>  //  <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-upholstery/ottomans/custom-bench.asp">upholstered storage bench</a>  //  <a href="https://www.chairish.com/product/40954/vintage-slipper-chair-in-yellow-velvet">vintage slipper chair</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I was recently asked by <a href="http://shop.chairish.com/">Chairish,</a> an online shopping site for vintage and used home furnishings, to create a bold and bright room featuring my favorite accent chair from their curated collections. Vintage chairs are a particular weakness of mine, so I could not pass up this unique design challenge!</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I selected an elegant <a href="https://www.chairish.com/product/40954/vintage-slipper-chair-in-yellow-velvet">vintage slipper chair</a> in yellow velvet as my inspiration, then paired it with equally bright new pieces from <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">Bassett Furniture</a> that had a classic or vintage feel to them. An over-dyed Persian style carpet, a Robert Allen watercolor-like fabric, and an abstract knife gel giclee combine for a rich and colorful palette. The large scale upholstered bed adds visual balance to the space by remaining neutral in color.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Often times I am working with clients who want to incorporate a much loved piece, like a vintage chair, into their plans for a renovated room. The key is to make all the pieces, old and new, look as if they are speaking the same language. Repeating the shape of a leg, duplicating the finish color, or choosing pieces that seem to be from a similar time period, helps to bridge the gap from the past to the present. Including a modern twist, like these deeply saturated colors, keeps the space looking fresh.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">If you are looking to add some lively pieces with vintage patina to your newly designed spaces, check out the <a href="https://www.chairish.com/collection/decorative-objects">decorative objects</a> that are also available via the Chairish site ... </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTkxgnyk_fB_GLA0b_hd55_1sW4yf75q9vjtn5JjfCBKptPslmq16sMkLjSKKyMvbodiqCDbIie1WNEFtB4El792ubEfAvtLM6oyG28BZthudRUmXEsV3_MtQbAQMwpekoRwhBiTomd2C7/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-09-29+at+10.36.08+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTkxgnyk_fB_GLA0b_hd55_1sW4yf75q9vjtn5JjfCBKptPslmq16sMkLjSKKyMvbodiqCDbIie1WNEFtB4El792ubEfAvtLM6oyG28BZthudRUmXEsV3_MtQbAQMwpekoRwhBiTomd2C7/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-09-29+at+10.36.08+PM.png" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">  </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.chairish.com/product/40918/vintage-fretwork-green-wooden-tray">Vintage Fretwork Green Wooden Tray</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL5zIuKH5PvcUo9N6_NuQD9IriszCQafGtan2-_6N9PorFy4WUOdFwLv2IIO80dcrPotcbwBceujZuZCRHaYwYqqaXpB63p1uYJQ_j8F3kNgnylcX3dy0lEvYHodnGPsY4ZU724J-Jym31/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-09-29+at+10.49.35+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL5zIuKH5PvcUo9N6_NuQD9IriszCQafGtan2-_6N9PorFy4WUOdFwLv2IIO80dcrPotcbwBceujZuZCRHaYwYqqaXpB63p1uYJQ_j8F3kNgnylcX3dy0lEvYHodnGPsY4ZU724J-Jym31/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-09-29+at+10.49.35+PM.png" width="161" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.chairish.com/product/41064/mercury-glass-candlestick">Mercury Glass Candlestick</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2PCa9pNLFKPaTWn_SY6cxBL-1NK_8rKs1s3n_cFujb0f_L2xNo9qgMvzVRzxySOHFtr42YP7icNy0xx0wwIqNaBNiB_UGxxPcaNQqJ0xgUEs2MbOyblURv3qSb2qwjDC6tENb2tdqtbTR/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-09-29+at+11.06.46+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="157" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2PCa9pNLFKPaTWn_SY6cxBL-1NK_8rKs1s3n_cFujb0f_L2xNo9qgMvzVRzxySOHFtr42YP7icNy0xx0wwIqNaBNiB_UGxxPcaNQqJ0xgUEs2MbOyblURv3qSb2qwjDC6tENb2tdqtbTR/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-09-29+at+11.06.46+PM.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.chairish.com/product/42639/bone-china-white-swans">Bone China White Swans</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>

Adding Style with Saturated Colors

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Room of the Week: Tailored Grays + Citrus

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL3KNIgMkLo5kU5ICJHz0yNqz0fQV8U96Cy6IXlXTIgSSLk6bkFE0BuPGT22mb1w96m0jkB1uOOvI9IU1xc2oT0ionaojYaXZq356DRb4DqF4Y_w7NDfYBEhmnBa2PS490nS2FkcJOMp-j/s1600/Classic+Citrus+LR+Bassett.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL3KNIgMkLo5kU5ICJHz0yNqz0fQV8U96Cy6IXlXTIgSSLk6bkFE0BuPGT22mb1w96m0jkB1uOOvI9IU1xc2oT0ionaojYaXZq356DRb4DqF4Y_w7NDfYBEhmnBa2PS490nS2FkcJOMp-j/s1600/Classic+Citrus+LR+Bassett.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">One of my Bassett room makeover clients recently sent me the photo above of her newly furnished family room. I love it! Amy came in one weekend and together we pulled a palette of menswear inspired fabrics for a pair of tailored custom sofas. We dressed the <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Keaton-Wood-Accent-Chair-Custom-Wood-Chairs-DZ18824.asp">Keaton Accent Chair</a> in a handsome gray and yellow plaid while the extra large round ottoman – my personal favorite – is wearing a classic animal print in a luxurious gray and cream chenille. Embroidered-style citrus bright accent pillows add a lively contrast while a round <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Round-Lamp-Table-DZ29047.asp">Wakefield Lamp Table</a> in a warm cream finish softens the corner between the two sofas. Amy’</span><span style="font-size: large;">s addition of the white shag rug is perfection! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8rKzgoMwx02MlvfchV6JspmQduJ4zMYz8HP1kvzV1TTj2wY3uau_enLZs8zA92LoycY7ii9UhulW2KTCTs1ec2OpXEK72PW3DBrcIPy5gCIuJZP2YJvCAlPu3Q9K7wA3i1tDiqPJWCPfC/s1600/classic+citrus+fabrics+Bassett.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8rKzgoMwx02MlvfchV6JspmQduJ4zMYz8HP1kvzV1TTj2wY3uau_enLZs8zA92LoycY7ii9UhulW2KTCTs1ec2OpXEK72PW3DBrcIPy5gCIuJZP2YJvCAlPu3Q9K7wA3i1tDiqPJWCPfC/s1600/classic+citrus+fabrics+Bassett.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvuLP8EpWKEx2yLjhc_lB1dbRnI8P8NpvUSX6xTTUcTHR1aYdkD3BaVxyRcc9VgsRJZ4aVaIgMMR583-VZWHSFrd4aWjb5QGRmf9O3fpk3unQTZ0dwL7Dk-jjnma6BfwC3vMbtuUmn7P5n/s1600/Gray+++Citrus+Accents+Bassett.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvuLP8EpWKEx2yLjhc_lB1dbRnI8P8NpvUSX6xTTUcTHR1aYdkD3BaVxyRcc9VgsRJZ4aVaIgMMR583-VZWHSFrd4aWjb5QGRmf9O3fpk3unQTZ0dwL7Dk-jjnma6BfwC3vMbtuUmn7P5n/s1600/Gray+++Citrus+Accents+Bassett.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I love working with people who have an idea of what they like, but are willing to step outside of their comfort zone to achieve a designer look. The best part? From design concept (Amy and I met over a couple of weekends to finalize details) to the actual date of delivery (with the room being painted in between with a Sherwin Williams color inspired by our showroom) took less than two months. #happycustomer #happydesigner</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Are you ready for a room makeover?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />

Room of the Week: Tailored Grays + Citrus

One of my Bassett room makeover clients recently sent me the photo above of her newly furnished family room. I love it! Amy came in one week...

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Get the Look: HGTV Smart Home 2014

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9pqyuE8nEeRYkD6vdnD4C3RF9i6nlrMaNxMhvOcXBv_igskbq4g-UPs3MDtAVWxX30X_l516PLFIoKsHMWDU1W8IZEHRQHjtAvMDG9D5oZlez7chmHhufxITjq5DSIG4m6mCO1G0D0jtS/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.08.32+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9pqyuE8nEeRYkD6vdnD4C3RF9i6nlrMaNxMhvOcXBv_igskbq4g-UPs3MDtAVWxX30X_l516PLFIoKsHMWDU1W8IZEHRQHjtAvMDG9D5oZlez7chmHhufxITjq5DSIG4m6mCO1G0D0jtS/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.08.32+AM.png" width="500" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.hgtv.com/smart-home/kitchen-pictures-from-hgtv-smart-home-2014/pictures/index.html?i=1">kitchen pictures from HGTV Smart Home 2014</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">The latest <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/smart-home/index.html">HGTV Smart Home</a> was introduced this week online. I’m super excited about it because </span><span style="font-size: large;">custom designs from <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">Bassett Furniture</a> are featured </span><span style="font-size: large;">throughout this Nashville based home</span><span style="font-size: large;">. The pieces are fun and functional, dressed in rich colors and fabulous patterns. A lot of the accent pieces are from the <a href="http://www.hgtvhomefurniture.com/">HGTV Home</a> collection which is manufactured by Bassett. Take the <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv-smart-home-2014-tour/package/index.html">virtual tour</a> online and then come <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/designer-listing.asp?st=2038">visit me in Burlington</a> to get the look for your own home. Below are some of my favorite Bassett pieces from the HGTV Smart Home</span><span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">’</span></span><span style="font-size: large;">s great room.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">P.S. </span><span style="font-size: large;">The Smart Home has some great examples of stylish and dramatic draperies. Custom windows available via Bassett.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuopgWeQiGBsAF_HKwcnZbAZSOCjEijoMYINX7cIxKPgQAXdSlKpwUNKr2J3qrHuaz3EQzU4wT2CUegsSWPcoH6eMFZZlA7BT12qnk4VLbvrTP9V6WSqOZYUMsUG6l58he3tSX8dXcEsFP/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.14.25+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuopgWeQiGBsAF_HKwcnZbAZSOCjEijoMYINX7cIxKPgQAXdSlKpwUNKr2J3qrHuaz3EQzU4wT2CUegsSWPcoH6eMFZZlA7BT12qnk4VLbvrTP9V6WSqOZYUMsUG6l58he3tSX8dXcEsFP/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.14.25+AM.png" width="350" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-dining/custom-chairs.asp">custom Counter Stool</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-dining/custom-chairs.asp">with geometric print fabric</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhgPm9CyWO7udC1rFNNVqC0fKvC0IeTXambLXoqXI6WvCBpfs6G23GYq8j-IpHT1w-hcTNILBAhRT76x3CjfOaUuVIs0IW0BQFVP6pXPMyF_yZodVK0ydlL61WFy-n92z05jCLlk0ufs9G/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.16.09+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="307" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhgPm9CyWO7udC1rFNNVqC0fKvC0IeTXambLXoqXI6WvCBpfs6G23GYq8j-IpHT1w-hcTNILBAhRT76x3CjfOaUuVIs0IW0BQFVP6pXPMyF_yZodVK0ydlL61WFy-n92z05jCLlk0ufs9G/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.16.09+AM.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Unique-Saddle-Style-Counter-Stool-DZ4309.asp">custom Counter Saddle Stool</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Unique-Saddle-Style-Counter-Stool-DZ4309.asp">in Dolphin paint finish</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA3ALBKIbUbTnHXA5r8EIuWp16YBwsaLoh4lweXJaeETrhNu4gLDnP-B-FfDhSojSsvsvB3p2B4OO1I6zxxxBvKCKBurQ2fPfOxeQIZ8AUbNlkeA9HDkIWHIMIU2UkkxKg8GEoqk9E5GXK/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.17.54+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA3ALBKIbUbTnHXA5r8EIuWp16YBwsaLoh4lweXJaeETrhNu4gLDnP-B-FfDhSojSsvsvB3p2B4OO1I6zxxxBvKCKBurQ2fPfOxeQIZ8AUbNlkeA9HDkIWHIMIU2UkkxKg8GEoqk9E5GXK/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.17.54+AM.png" width="500" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.hgtv.com/smart-home/great-room-pictures-from-hgtv-smart-home-2014/pictures/index.html">great room pictures from HGTV Smart Home 2014</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidknI7La8x7kuWz4rVvcOzx_Tl8w9Gp27pOH_Hgl1DIPb4b9XStIsjxxM0TiWCLEDt7ErTxiyNpoMYcxrl4nxTJIQKPt-2_0VP35RQX3MOlx0Jik7evo_0Rha9KaiF_bwmDfP0kBX67nSj/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.38.12+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidknI7La8x7kuWz4rVvcOzx_Tl8w9Gp27pOH_Hgl1DIPb4b9XStIsjxxM0TiWCLEDt7ErTxiyNpoMYcxrl4nxTJIQKPt-2_0VP35RQX3MOlx0Jik7evo_0Rha9KaiF_bwmDfP0kBX67nSj/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.38.12+AM.png" width="500" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-upholstery-steps.asp">Premier Custom Sofa with blue velvet fabric</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-upholstery-steps.asp">and geometric pattern accent pillows</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCxajNMDZ-P_FHYGVibM4TjdP61YykTYyXyBH3geFmvHs9aBqUlCOtNiTtirVBCDD28W0KFuPT9oCtbyYOKmboMzdrfjHCfOooY3a0_J3T9-fi_9YHU0XMdgdj4nACOLj5PyW59tfQ5_zj/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.43.55+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCxajNMDZ-P_FHYGVibM4TjdP61YykTYyXyBH3geFmvHs9aBqUlCOtNiTtirVBCDD28W0KFuPT9oCtbyYOKmboMzdrfjHCfOooY3a0_J3T9-fi_9YHU0XMdgdj4nACOLj5PyW59tfQ5_zj/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+9.43.55+AM.png" width="350" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-upholstery/ottomans/custom-ottoman.asp">extra large Custom Ottoman in maize fabric</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">What is your favorite room in this year’</span><span style="font-size: large;">s HGTV Smart Home?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyb4Okdj87dIsUh9QlLcU_4viLZYpKt6y8szjxywY5vIkbSRNtPafqi5Bse4mvVcqYtOfLd8hWGPo2fjfCVmUvzA4Hk0GiGL_7E1ycWHeal2MXBhs3jWaabKEW59ItVLrN7rBOJ3FRrMcI/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-04-03+at+10.14.08+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Get the Look: HGTV Smart Home 2014

kitchen pictures from HGTV Smart Home 2014 The latest HGTV Smart Home was introduced this week online. I’m super excited about it because  ...

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You are Invited: The Styled Series March 12th

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I am heading back to <a href="http://www.glenmagnafarms.org/weddings.html">Glen Magna Farms</a> in Danvers to take part in a special home design series presented by <a href="http://mycoastalwindows.com/">My Coastal Windows</a> of Beverly. Please join me and other local home design experts as we share our tips for transforming your home. Enjoy wine, appetizers, and other treats while touring the recently renovated estate and special events venue (read more about the <a href="http://danversshowhouse.blogspot.com/">show house designers</a> here). You will find me in the first floor lounge where I will be adding some stylish custom pieces and accessories from the <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">HGTV Home design studio</a> at <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/designer-bio.asp?did=661">Bassett Furniture in Burlington.</a> This event is free, but you must register to attend. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Hope to see you there!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Wednesday, March 12th, 7pm – 10pm</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Endicott Mansion at Glen Magna Farms</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Ingersoll Street in Danvers </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">RSVP at Events@MyCoastalWindows.com</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Learn more about the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/StyledHomeDesign">Styled Home Design Series here</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIynoaz026zHqpsXRb4FisvDYozNW7CJ2AXsxFmJ68lIN_tvCA5rK_j5ULIvso-0HPhAJlCHGTN_RbbipZkj8cERjUgHsoNzIjkCOuLjS4djjpTycQX8_Oqi7mSevg117-O39v0ScaEKw_/s1600/Styled_Spring_Invitation_1000px.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIynoaz026zHqpsXRb4FisvDYozNW7CJ2AXsxFmJ68lIN_tvCA5rK_j5ULIvso-0HPhAJlCHGTN_RbbipZkj8cERjUgHsoNzIjkCOuLjS4djjpTycQX8_Oqi7mSevg117-O39v0ScaEKw_/s1600/Styled_Spring_Invitation_1000px.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />

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New Home + Design Studio

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF2njQy1dcoPqsR-3jfJtXfyoSAezr8DewqwOzLxuDQlNCODcjNJSDWbV5VzRmEI8MKS0uUidh3E9x5xzKqT1w-3IBvcZasLeaUgjS_Ep5r_rny1ohmljNgSc4rtWPvs1DXfEifYIDGPhp/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+8.48.25+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF2njQy1dcoPqsR-3jfJtXfyoSAezr8DewqwOzLxuDQlNCODcjNJSDWbV5VzRmEI8MKS0uUidh3E9x5xzKqT1w-3IBvcZasLeaUgjS_Ep5r_rny1ohmljNgSc4rtWPvs1DXfEifYIDGPhp/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+8.48.25+AM.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">For the past month, I feel as if I have been in design boot camp! Today I finally have a moment to catch my breath and share why I have not posted for weeks ...</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">At year’s end, I was offered a full-time position as an interior Design Consultant for the newest location of <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">Bassett Furniture</a> in Burlington, MA, which has its very own <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-hgtv-home-design-studio.asp">HGTV Home Design Studio!</a> </span><span style="font-size: large;">This new collaboration between the solid Bassett brand (in the furniture business for over 100 years) with the very colorful “we make decorating fun</span><span style="font-size: large;">”</span><span style="font-size: large;"> culture of <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/">HGTV,</a> offers me the opportunity to design complete living spaces utilizing an incredible amount of available products, design resources, and support. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Having recently moved out of my suite of rooms at the <a href="http://danversshowhouse.blogspot.com/">Glen Magna Farms Designers Holiday Show House,</a> </span><span style="font-size: large;">I knew that working alongside a group of creatively focused peers was an experience I wanted to continue. </span><span style="font-size: large;">And as much as I enjoyed many of my creative roles at <a href="http://designerbath.blogspot.com/">Designer Bath,</a> from coordinating events to handling all the advertising, marketing and social media details, I knew I needed more hands-on design time and less screen time. I just couldn’</span><span style="font-size: large;">t pass this up! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTzBsqpvseo_AVpdpMEDJodIyZjFVZJq-67stXGZfheGzf92KhWblex3-r5rwbDhEhx5ZkWCkbgVF-1jqIOR2zYQpAzRuiNg73baaI-SgNJl6bhMD100wz4-cyix2ekznBCdvbhcFOGoMk/s1600/Bassett+Burlington.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTzBsqpvseo_AVpdpMEDJodIyZjFVZJq-67stXGZfheGzf92KhWblex3-r5rwbDhEhx5ZkWCkbgVF-1jqIOR2zYQpAzRuiNg73baaI-SgNJl6bhMD100wz4-cyix2ekznBCdvbhcFOGoMk/s1600/Bassett+Burlington.jpg" width="450" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>The newest Bassett Furniture location in Burlington, MA</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152161415070409&set=a.10152131865880409.1073741829.209388690408&type=1&theater"><i>photo courtesy Bassett</i></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXQIMLILxgoMacUe71NNj83VhnK_udwxXzNX1AsLRa_7555bgKGa-3V1LzBEFGD-IhmnOOxvXU_TSqJ423cHX6n4cF2FliBaW4CQ7Y60G7yeYCYbMOWTGXAzzpstPEkICtUinjNctYMKWk/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+8.59.43+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXQIMLILxgoMacUe71NNj83VhnK_udwxXzNX1AsLRa_7555bgKGa-3V1LzBEFGD-IhmnOOxvXU_TSqJ423cHX6n4cF2FliBaW4CQ7Y60G7yeYCYbMOWTGXAzzpstPEkICtUinjNctYMKWk/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+8.59.43+AM.png" width="450" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/designer-listing.asp?st=2038"><i>Meet the Bassett Burlington team here</i></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I am happy to say that my new home at Bassett is just what I needed. After completing over 30+ classes via Bassett University, training in two of their Massachusetts locations, assisting in the set up of this beautiful two-story design studio, and surviving my first sale on the floor, I can truly say I feel at home. </span><span style="font-size: large;">I will share some of the details of my recent Bassett design makeovers later! In the meantime, </span><span style="font-size: large;">come visit me – and the rest of the <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/designer-listing.asp?st=2038">Burlington Bassett design team</a> – at 90 Middlesex Marketplace. And for those of you who were able to join us for our Grand Opening celebration last week, thank you! It meant so much to have you there!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrvrRxIa6imLLPGXHWG-bS2JNS9blSea1eMi3BbvlgwRJyDleljuZWjSdAKpGGKNVnqJfoXfwmOWHDMQMA8dsiSzmq6OPzg7xg__vNrRiJvizR6yn1ADJOWQeDNDO4Z4vTlMno2rZXpn-y/s1600/ribbon+cutting+@Bassett.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrvrRxIa6imLLPGXHWG-bS2JNS9blSea1eMi3BbvlgwRJyDleljuZWjSdAKpGGKNVnqJfoXfwmOWHDMQMA8dsiSzmq6OPzg7xg__vNrRiJvizR6yn1ADJOWQeDNDO4Z4vTlMno2rZXpn-y/s800/ribbon+cutting+@Bassett.jpg" width="450" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Ribbon cutting with the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>at our Grand Opening celebration // <a href="https://twitter.com/baccma">photo courtesy BACC</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGzd39ns7Y_98vP44G1BymRtxWRzpyq7YxM9h7Bz9CFNyXFNexHoUDbUqOOI1cp7pA1_41gClIMlFlM_8MH3xaQ-KuxPlq6ghOcM4lw92zV24UNLtJuWS1dwaQXnvfalR6yxOy8D-X9qgH/s1600/inside+Bassett+Burlington.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGzd39ns7Y_98vP44G1BymRtxWRzpyq7YxM9h7Bz9CFNyXFNexHoUDbUqOOI1cp7pA1_41gClIMlFlM_8MH3xaQ-KuxPlq6ghOcM4lw92zV24UNLtJuWS1dwaQXnvfalR6yxOy8D-X9qgH/s1600/inside+Bassett+Burlington.jpg" width="450" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>The HGTV custom design studio at Bassett in Burlington</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152161423955409&set=a.10152131865880409.1073741829.209388690408&type=1&theater">photo courtesy Bassett</a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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New Home + Design Studio

For the past month, I feel as if I have been in design boot camp! Today I finally have a moment to catch my breath and share why I have not ...

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