Copy

Create Drama with Black and White

 
March 2019
View email in your browser | unsubscribe
Original photographic art at SSP Studio and Gallery, Anchorage AK.

 

What's New?

Thank you for being here! I appreciate you and being able to share my passion for design, staging, color, and more with you.

Wow, time is flying by at record speed since the new year! I have been busy with numerous Interior Design, color, redesign and staging projects. It seems like less people are moving and more are staying and remodeling. I have been helping lots of folks pick out new counter tops, back-splashes, paint colors and flooring for their kitchens remodels.

I am also exploring eco-friendly design and will be offering this as part of my design services. More about what it is and the health benefits to you in an upcoming blog article. For now, I have partnered with Stem Furniture that makes beautiful eco-friendly furniture. If you order anything online, use the code NLS5 to get a 5% discount at checkout*.

One cool thing that happened this month is that SSP Studio and Gallery in Anchorage is interested in carrying and producing my Fractal art! I will let you know when it is available. You would be able to order it online in a variety of sizes and mediums such as print, canvas and metal. Stop by online and see their amazing photographic art like the truck shown above. If you see anything you like, use the code NLS5 at check out to get 5% off*.

Mary Ann

* These are affiliate programs which I receive a small commission for referring their product and am passing on some of that to you in a discount.

Get Dramatic with Black and White!

Why not try using black and white as your main colors in your Interior Design? It will make the rest of your colors really pop! Forget the gray; go for high contrast and drama! Whether your room is light and airy with white walls or dark and moody with dark charcoal walls, you will create a dramatic room sure to make a statement.
Get a light, bright and airy space with white walls, flooring and ceiling. Edesign by Northern Lights Home Staging and Design.
Create a dark and moody look with charcoal walls. Edesign by Northern Lights Home Staging and Design.

Using black and white is a timeless classic, gives a modern look and can satisfy your love of color or your desire to have little color while creating a beautiful space.

Why does it work? Because of the high contrast! Alone, black and white bring the ultimate contrast with each other. Any color you bring in against either the black or white creates high contrast. For the boldest design, use saturated bold colors such as jewel tones as accents. Bring in pops of color in your accessories, art or a colorful accent chair. These are also easy to switch out over time to give lots of variety in your design when you are ready for a change.

Create a beautiful focal point with an amazing rug or wall art and build the rest of your room design around your focal point. Take a cue from the style of the rug or art to build the rest of the room. For example, a Moroccan rug is a great start to build a bohemian style or global style room. Find a rug or art that has some black and white in it, to help pull everything else together.

For example, in the mood board below, I used the Moroccan rug as a the focal point to create a global or Bohemian style Interior Design with a modern twist. I used some the ethnic pillows, the chandelier and the lamps to add to the global/Bohemian vibe. I selected a modern abstract painting with lots of color to add that pop of vibrant color I wanted to contrast with the black and white. From the colors in the art, I selected two modern comfortable chairs in the red color from the art, and the accent bowl for the table to pull out the beautiful the blue in the art. I selected simple modern coffee and end tables with black finishes and marble tops in black and white. I loved the black and white abstract art, so simple and clean to use on the adjacent wall and coordinate with the modern touch both pieces of art bring to the room. And finally, when I saw the dancer within the black circles, I thought it would be the perfect accessory piece. Being a dancer myself, I am partial to dancer art! In any case, it expresses joy, which I hope is what you feel when you see this room!

If you like some of the pieces in this design, you can click on the picture to go to a pin I created on Pinterest which links to most of the products I used. Click on the picture or here to find out more about the items. While you are on Pinterest, feel free to check out other great ideas and additional products for your black and white design in my Interior Design and Home Staging Products I Love board. Follow me on Pinterest to get great ideas each month.

If you would like help pulling together a dramatic room, globally inspired or Bohemian style Interior Design in your home, feel free to contact me and we can work together in person or online using Edesign to create the perfect space for you!

Featured Video-Click on the picture to view.
Looking for art that is unique and different and perfectly matched to the colors of your home decor? I have started creating one of a kind Fractal Art! This amazing digital art form can be custom made for your design needs and then printed on canvas in various sizes. Let me know if you want to try something new for your home!

Ask us About our Services

Never Miss a Great Idea

Check out some of the latest articles from our award winning blog!

Ten Ways to Make Your House Gorgeous in 2019

What's Your Global Interior Design Style- Greek!

My Top Ten Home Staging Tips

What does the color of your house say about you?


 
 

See our new publications!

Thanks and stay in touch!

Thanks for taking the time out of your day to read my newsletter. I hope you found some helpful information!

I would love to hear from you about some of your challenges related to selling your home, home staging or decorating.
 
 Mary Ann
 
P.S.
Ready to make your home beautiful? Click reply and tell me what you need.
 
Feel free to share these articles with your friends.
Sign up for the newsletter here.
Copyright © 2019 Northern Lights Home Staging and Design, All rights reserved.


Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

Email Marketing Powered by Mailchimp