Archive for the ‘Problem & Area Solutions’ Category
Tuesday, April 5th, 2011
- Having a common color theme helps to unite a grouping.
- Combining two and three dimensional art always make for an interesting mix.
- Vary sizes and heights of placement, not everything needs to be lined up and symmetrical.
- You should include placement of table top items when balancing a grouping.
Two groupings from Contents Interiors “Adventures in Art” show.
The show hangs through April 24,2011

Top, Left to Right:
Gourd Masks – Karen Phillips
‘Intermezzo’ Mixed Media Triptych – Mari Broenen
‘Sun Flowers to Heaven’ – Carol Taylor
Bottom:
Stained Glass Lamp, Encaustic – Susan Matte-Farinina
‘Bell Peppers’ – David Thekan
Ceramic Angel

Top, Left to Right:
‘Jazz to Bluegrass’ – Bee Bates
‘Fila in Herringbone – Ellen Fountain
Raku Wall Plaques – Joani Pevarnik
Bottom:
‘Night Highway’ Elizabeth Marsh Burholder
Tags: Displaying Art, Hanging Art, Picture Placement, Tucson Art
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Sunday, March 20th, 2011
- If you don’t have a room exclusively for your television, a concealed TV may be the answer for you. Whether it is at the foot of the bed or in a dual-purpose room, the plasma lift unit can solve a multitude of decorating dilemmas. With custom Shoppe, you get to pick the kind of wood, the size, the style, the finish, the hardware and you furniture will be made in Wisconsin. Take pride in buying American made products.
- Enjoy this video as Custom Shoppe manufactures a Plasma Lift Unit.

Tags: Custom Shoppe, entertainment center, flat screen hide away, space saving furniture
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Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010
by Sharon Novak, Allied Member ASID
Contents Interiors
- Think about your comfort. How will you use the space? Is the space for kids and fun, for grown-up entertaining, a place to relax, or all of the above?
- Consider the views from the house and toward the house. Your outdoor space has to relate to your interior but also be a place that draws you outside.
- Create a focal point by paying attention to the details. Are there comfortable chairs and a place to set a glass? Good lighting is key for afternoon parties that extend into the evening.
- Pots should vary in height and be filled with plants that are fragrant as well as colorful. Select an evergreen plant that can be there year-round, and then add flowers and a trailing vine to keep the pot looking current.
- Keep herb gardens close to the house and kitchen. They are beautiful as well as handy when you need them They also are a fragrant foundation for a fresh arrangement.
Tags: outdoor living trends, Outdoor Space Design
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Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010
Carol Bell

- Don’t be fooled by sleepers that claim they are comfortable. The Comfort Sleeper by American Leather is the sleeper that you would actually want to sleep on. There are no bars and no springs, just the patented Tiffany 24/7 platform with 5 inches of luxury high density foam. The mattress is covered with their exclusive Crypton fabric cover, with is anti-microbial, allergen-free and a barrier to dust mites. The Crypton fabric is waterproof and stain proof adding years to the life of the mattress. Remember, American Leather’s Comfort Sleeper, exclusively at Contents Interiors.
Tags: American Leather, Comfort Sleeper, Crypton Fabric, Lindsey Couch, luxury pullout sleeper
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Monday, August 31st, 2009
Carol Bell
- In many of today’s homes, the Dining Room is an extension of the living space forming the popular Great Room. When choosing a table for your dining area, check the available space and how you use the space. Do you entertain often, how many people do you need to seat, will you be serving in the traditional manner or in a buffet style, are all questions that you should ask in selecting your table
- In this example, an uninspiring dining room is given a new look with an ‘Earthy meets Modern’ dining table made of recycled Peroba wood and certified harvested mahogany. The big artwork doesn’t overshadow the beauty of the table, yet gives the dining area a distinctive personality of it’s own. Don’t be afraid to let your dining area become a focal point in your home.
Tags: Earthy meets Modern Style, Recycled Wood Dining Table
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Sunday, August 16th, 2009

Carol Bell
- In the current trend of lounging and cocooning at home, the fusion table has exactly what it takes to create unique memorable moments to share with friends and family. Whether it’s dinner for 10, pool for 4, or poker for 5, the fusion table allows your space to become multi-functional.
- Made by Aramith, a 75 year old Belgium company specializing in the production and distribution of billiard equipment, this table will add a new dimension to the dining room and make entertaining at home a unique and memorable experienc
- www.FUSIONTABLES.com

Tags: Aramith Dining Tables, multi-functional dining furniture
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Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Cindi Schaefer
- Wall treatments are a great idea to use in your home to make it more creative. This bold and beautiful statement of walnut wood doesn’t fade into the background, but gives the room a touch of elegance and warmth. Use your creativity to make a work of art in your room.
Tags: Organic Contemporary, Wall Treatments, Walnut Wood Finish
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Tuesday, March 17th, 2009

Tamara Scott-Anderson, ASID and Sara Smith, Allied Member ASID
Photograph by Robin Stancliff
Categories: Problem Area solutions
- For this newly-constructed bungalow style home, the builder used bead board, large-scale door trim and a reclaimed decorative lambrequin over the transom window to create architectural interest for the front door and entry hall. To enhance architectural details, the walls were painted a bright, cheerful yellow in contrast to the white, painted bead board and trim.
- To create privacy from the front street while still allowing for daylight, a translucent roller shade was used on the front door. The decorative style hem of the shade was chosen to emulate the design of the door lambrequin. In addition, custom stained glass panels were designed for the side lights. The colors were taken from the color scheme of the home’s furniture palette, and the design motif was repetitive of custom wall stenciling used in the living area.
- The hall light fixture was chosen for its colors and to further enhance the Arts & Crafts bungalow style of the home.
Tags: door, entry, solutions
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Tuesday, March 17th, 2009

Design Idea from
Tamara Scott-Anderson, ASID
Photographs by Robin Stancliff June 2008
Categories: Coordinating a Room, Problem area solutions
The 20-foot height of the ceiling gives an overpowering feel of spaciousness in this two-story townhouse. The designer used a stenciled border in an Arts & Crafts motif to bring proportion, color and historical reference to the expansive wall.
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