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LAYING DOWN THE LAW - Crimes of Our Own Professional Passions

Growing up, my father told me that all you have in this world is your word, and that respect has to be earned! Flash forward twenty years later and behold: his words are just as true now as then! If you are fortunate enough to be passionate about your occupation and you truly love what... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
September 4, 2011 at 3:05 pm
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LIGHTOLOGY - The Science of Your Home Lighting Selections

Upon entering the magnificent 20,000-square-foot showroom of Lightology in Chicago, the magical illumination of thousands of lighting displays transports one into a transcendental state of electrical bliss. For an interior designer, taking a client to any lighting showroom – let alone one this size – can be a daunting task. We need to be well... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
August 14, 2011 at 10:33 am
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CHICAGO'S ANNUAL RANDOLPH STREET MARKET FESTIVAL - Whether you refer to it as old, antique or vintage, there’s something for everybody!

Just as the fascinating syndicated television program Antiques Road Show has the ability to mesmerize viewers – when lucky participants discover their bric-a-brac is worth a small fortune – Chicago’s Randolph Street Market will captivate you with the prospect of finding that once-in-a-lifetime conversation piece and will have you bragging to everyone who will listen... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
July 17, 2011 at 9:51 am
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GRAND ILLUSION - What You See Isn't Always What You Get...

Congratulations! You finally found it – your beautiful new home! After months of combing the local real estate market, stressing over offers and counter-offers, you may feel as if your dreams are finally coming true. But before you begin unpacking grandma’s china and propping the glossy wedding photo up on the mantel, you will want... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
July 4, 2011 at 1:29 pm
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EIGHT TIPS THAT WILL LEAD YOU STRAIGHT TO THE "DESIGNER BEDROOM" YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED

1. Padded Headboard A padded headboard adds additional fabric to your bed, allowing you to tie in more texture and color with your surrounding fabrics for cohesive  harmony. A wooden headboard tells a story of  heirloom quality, whereas a padded headboard says  “Hello boutique hotel sophistication!” 2. Window Treatments Bare windows can look great in... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
June 12, 2011 at 1:15 pm
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DESIGN SECRETS FROM THE PROS - In A Reimagined Space, There Is An Easy Solution To Almost Any Problem

Design Secrets from the Pros In a reimagined space, there is an easy solution to almost any problem. Small Space Many people make the mistake of thinking that smaller rooms require lighter paint colors to brighten them up. Actually, it’s just the opposite. As strange as it may sound, smaller spaces appear larger when painted... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
May 24, 2011 at 5:43 am
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CLIENT ADVOCACY: THE MEASURE OF A GREAT INTERIOR DESIGNER - Good Old-Fashioned (Action-Driven) Customer Service is a Key Asset

In today’s knowledge-based new construction and home remodeling market, many consumers are willing to pay top dollar for those interior designers who shine like diamonds in the rough. That is, those who provide the most treasured, yet unfortunately increasingly rare, asset: expert customer service. On the other hand, designers who conduct business with imperious attitudes... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
April 15, 2011 at 7:49 am
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QUALITY, GOING ONCE... Your Home's Expertly Crafted Details Are Number One!

Time and time again, the authorities in the international design realm, such as Architectural Digest, lead consumers on a journey through the ethereal interiors of masterful architecture that is intertwined with timeless and cutting-edge interior design. These statement-making rooms of course include the requisite expertly coordinated fabrics, wall coverings, furnishings and accessories, but we must... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
March 28, 2011 at 6:18 pm
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RETRO REVIVAL - The '50s (and a bit beyond) Are The New Fabulous!

A new trend in current interior design styles is bringing back “retro” to dwellings everywhere. This iconic style – nostalgic, straightforward and individualistic – is winding its way back from the fringes of time. Remember the avocado and gold paint colors from the kitchen of the popular ’50s-themed TV series Happy Days? The dark wood... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
March 19, 2011 at 9:40 am
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FLOOR ALL IT'S WORTH - What's Underfoot In Your Home?

In today’s era of home remodeling and new construction, how does one decide on what surfacing to choose for floors? With such an abundance of choices and diverse personal tastes, why do we prefer carpet in the Midwest and insist on tile in the South? Your geographic location may play an even greater part in... Read more »
By ShaneInman,
February 28, 2011 at 6:53 am
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