Excited for Spring? Of CORAL We Are!

Cheery Coral Hues

Spring is a time to declutter and reinvigorate old spaces in your home. Get inspired with this bright coral-infused bedroom we designed for Parallel Travel in Stacks on Main in East Nashville. As an Airbnb space, we wanted the room to feel comfortable and warm but also fun and energizing. What colors are you leaning toward this spring? 

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“Hi everyone!

We couldn’t be more excited that warmer weather and warmer color palettes are coming our way! Instead of our usual tips this month, we wanted to share some eye candy to inspire your next reno project. Start small by refreshing an old piece of furniture with a new coat of paint or go big with a complete room remodel. Either way, have fun with it and don’t be afraid to be bold!

— Paige & Mia”

Beating the Winter Blues

Beating the Winter Blues

Don't let small rooms give you the blues. Use these tips to create the illusion that your bedroom is bigger than it is.

1. Skip the headboard. Headboards can be a statement piece in big bedrooms, but in small spaces, they're often too clunky. Trade your headboard for mirrors, which make any room appear larger.

2. Raise the curtains. This is a golden rule in almost any space, but it's especially important in small areas. Take your curtain rod to the ceiling to add height that's not really there.

3. Keep the colors simple. A monochromatic color scheme with subtle patterns is best in small rooms. Use varying shades of the same hue to create a cozy but collected effect.

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“Hi everyone,

Downtown Nashville is getting crowded! This fun blue project was part of our recent work on a series of AirBnB spaces downtown. We were challenged with creating a modern design in several tiny spaces. Stay tuned for more spaces from this series in coming months. 

— Paige & Mia”

That's a Wrap!

O'More Show House 2016 was a success!

The historic Franklin home featured 22 spaces designed by top local designers, including Paige Williams and her fellow O'More College of Design alumni.

Paige took the front hallway from an incomplete shell to a warm and welcoming alcove by emphasizing the Craftsman style of the house and mixing Mid-Century modern wood elements with pops of color throughout. The house, which is approximately 5,600 square feet, is now up for sale.

All profits from the show house directly benefit O'More College of Design. Recently, proceeds from the Show House were used to renovate the historic berry home on campus to house the Interior Design Program.    

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“Hi everyone,

Six months of preparation, two weeks of Showtime and countless hours later, the 2016 Show House has officially wrapped! When proposing my design for this space, I wanted it to be like walking through an art gallery: the raw wood pieces, the original painting of downtown Franklin, the funky-cool mirror made out of pencils by yours truly... I hope visitors to the house got a taste for the different levels of art in and around Nashville. Can’t wait to start my next project!

— Paige”

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Thank you to all of my amazing partners!

Artist Heidi Schwartz
Draperies by Lucinda
Littlebranch Farm
Robert Allen Fabrics
B&B Metal Designs
Artioli Floor coverings
The English Garden by Terry White
Heart & Paper Photography
Walls to Walls

You're Invited!

Make plans to visit the O'More Show House!

As featured in House Home & Garden Magazine, the historic Franklin home will feature 22 spaces designed by top local designers, including Paige Williams and her fellow O'More College of Design alumni. 

“The inspiration for my design concept stems from the feeling I get when walking the streets of downtown Franklin on a warm spring day. The trees are blooming bringing life and color to unique historical homes. The old brick, wood and concrete in each structure gives me a warm feeling of being in a small town full of inspiration, so I’ve incorporated that feeling into the space.””

— Paige Williams

All About Windows

Pretty & Practical: Dressing Your Windows

Window treatments aren't something you want to buy right off the shelf, especially if you have tall ceilings, nearby neighbors or any window outside of the standard double hung setup. With hundreds of options for styles, fabrics, tie-backs, the details can be daunting. Here's what to know before dressing your windows: 

Functionality is important. Like with any aspect of a room, it's essential to think about what purpose your window treatments will serve. Whether that's keeping out sunlight, increasing privacy or visually adding height to a room. It's important to think about the application before making a purchase. 

They should be gorgeous too. Practicality doesn't mean frumpy. A room with a lot of windows has a lot of hard edges and points that can make a space feel sterile. Fabric softens those edges and can make a room feel warmer depending on the fabric. Patterns in varying proportions and colors add other texture and personality to a room when used correctly.
 
It's an investment. You don't want to do this every year. Picking the perfect panels can take a bit of time and money, so it's important to know what goals you want to accomplish before you get started. In the end, it will be worth the investment when the whole room comes together in a perfect combination of beauty and practicality. 

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“Hi everyone,

Window treatments can seem like minor details, but they play a big role in a room’s overall design. I like to think of dressing your windows like you dress yourself. You typically dress for your body type and for the activities you’ll be doing that day. The same goes for your windows – visually appealing and efficiency make the perfect combo!

— Paige”