Project Sneak Peek

Here's a peek at another project that's under way...still more design choices to make as this is just in the beginning stages.  It's fun to mix styles for a more eclectic look.  I'm loving the serenity in the soft color scheme and I think our client will too! 

Next we'll decide on window treatment styles (I already have an idea in mind!) and a beautiful rug.  Our client has some furniture that we've decided to keep and work into this design also.  In the end, it will all come together beautifully!

Side note:  I just noticed that the loop fringe for the throw pillows looks 'silver' on here but it's actually blue mingled in! So pretty with the fabrics! The solid fabric shown even has a hint of a blue shimmer - quite stunning in person!

Keeping it "Simply Irresistible"!

Fall Is In The Air - with Cut Velvet

Hi dear readers! Are you ready for cooler weather? You know, Fall is just around the corner!  These new fabrics actually made me think of Fall in that I don't get to often use velvets on design projects here in Florida as much as I did when we were back in North Carolina...do ya think the HOT weather may have a bit to do with it?  I'm thinking so! These gorgeous new cut velvet fabrics we carry were just too scrumptious to not show today. Would YOU like a little velvet in your home? Velvet used to represent 'formal'...but not any more! See these new designs...love, love, love.

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Image Credit: Duralee

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It's In The Details

Sometimes the simplest of details can completely give a space that warm and inviting feeling...such as this wreath in the window and a small decorative vase of flowers. 

It finished up this beautiful kitchen...isn't it lovely?

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day! 

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Create Your Weekend Happy Place

Happy Friday! It's been a busy week around here and I bet you are ready for a weekend too, right? How will you carve out a little time for yourself to unwind this weekend? Where is YOUR 'Happy Place'?

Creating the perfect outdoor get-away can be quite simple. If you want a bit of color then determine what color inspires you most. Then a couple of chairs found, perhaps even online, or a loveseat...mixed with the paint color of your choice makes for the perfect start of the plan.  Add in some colorful cushions to make sure you have a 'comfy' spot to sit, a rug, table, and lots of greenery to 'soften' the area and create a privacy wall, if you will. You can always add in sheer fabric like shown here to create a bit more coziness!  Then, in no time, you'll be sitting out here enjoying YOUR weekend and getting some refreshing time!

So, what ideas and plans do you have for the weekend? Does it include time to just "be"?  I certainly hope so!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Weekend!

Ta-Ta!

Photo Image:  Traditional Home

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Lovin' Me Some PINK!

You already know I'm a "pink" girl, right?  Well, look how a few coats of PINK paint transformed these mirrors! This trio of mirrors surely adds the WOW factor here...along with these beautiful pink flowers.  Accessories are the jewelry in any room...so why not add pzazz into your decor using colors you love! 

Make it a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Till next time...

Image Credits:  BHG

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Let There Be...LIGHT

I'm loving this new release...Gold Leaf Wall Flowers! Got to find a project for these or perhaps for ME! Taking in all the new products around here today.

Image Courtesy of Wildwood Lamps.

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End of The Year Happenings

It's nice to know that many of our valued clients will get to enjoy their new designs...all in time for the Christmas holiday. Here's a little peek of some most recent ones.

 A little Viz Glass in a wall niche will surely add in some sparkle!

How about a renovated kitchen including custom painted cabinets (of which I should show you a 'before' photo), new tile backsplash installed vertically, and a painted chandelier which totally changed the look of it (yes, painted the existing one!).

Top-tacked draperies and stunning hardware in this great room.  Kitchen bay, to left, wasn't up yet when I snapped this photo.  Client happy because these drapes are simple yet gorgeous!

 A stunning master bedroom with inverted pleat drapery panels mounted on boards. Really need better photos but wanted to show this one anyway.

Another view...

 This new sitting room also got some new sheer draperies to 'soften' the entire room.

Stunning in person!

So very glad to get these jobs, and many others, completed just before the holidays.  Now they can be enjoyed to the fullest!

Wishing you and your family a very...

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Tis the Season of RED Accessories

We are looking at some RED lamps with some of our vendors and I thought it would be the perfect time to share a few with our readers since it's almost Valentine's Day!

So let's hear it...which one of these gorgeous RED lamps is your favorite?  The second and third ones are my contenders I do believe! Would you be so daring as to accessorize with any of these?  What other colors are in your room to go along with red?  We'd love to know!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Ta-Ta!

Image Credits:  WW Lamps

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Refreshing Color Palette

Purple, citrus, and gray...a great color-combo for this room. I love the citrus punch with these other calm colors!  Fabulous!

                      

                                              

What colors do YOU like with gray, which is now a 'go-to" neutral?  Why not try a pop of this citrus...or a lavendar for Spring!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" weekend!

Ta-Ta!

Image Credits:  Beacon Hill Fabrics

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Smitten by Design Inspiration

Hello lovely readers! I came across a design 'story' today that totally captivated me.  Let me share...

I am 'in love'!  I absolutely fell in love with this entryway...everything about it.  The turquoise door is 'stunning' to me!  The design in the hardwood floors - beautiful. The lighting - both ceiling fixtures and table lamp - love!  The neutral 'sand color' as I now call it...such a soft backdrop... and all blended together! Smitten, yes, there is really no other word for it right now!

 And, believe me, we've only just begun!

Same entryway...these luscious fabrics and bright colors just bring this foyer to life!  The artwork paired with these fabrics is PERFECT!  Now, look at the wide horizontal stripes on the walls...hello?  Is it just ME?  Gorgeous, huh?

Let's step into the great room, shall we...

Still 'smitten'!  Carrying through the 'sand color' in the area rug, sofa and club chairs, walls and draperies...makes it soft and easy on the eye.  Then...popped with flair with more stunning fabric on this accent chair and through-out with the art and a few accessories. But, even more added glamour - look up - at the ceiling color! I could easily see myself entertaining or just relaxing in here for sure!

And just for fun...here's a few more areas...

I'm SO in love...!

I'm even smitten by the simplicity in this room!

And this...I have decided...is certain to be the inspiration for my future "Bahama Hideaway Cottage".  Every element, to me, is just perfect!

Hope you enjoyed my Design Inspiration today!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Weekend!  

Susan Brewer

Arborgate Interiors LLC

Image Credits:  Traditional Home

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Sand and Sea Decor

Living and working in the sunshine state makes me more and more aware of the fabrics, rugs, accessories, etc...that remind me of the beautiful sand and sea that we are surrounded with here. This is just one example of a room that can be designed to reflect nature's beauty!

And just in case the tranquil color palettes of the 'sand and sea' tickle YOUR design fancy...here are a few more lovelies!

It can be much fun to add in accessories like this too!

How do ya like the little 'pop' of deeper reds mixed in here?

Even though some of you don't actually live at the coast...do YOU have these serene coastal colors anywhere in YOUR home?  Just curious and we'd love to know!

I hope YOU have a...

"Simply Irresistible" Weekend!

Susan Brewer

Arborgate Interiors LLC

Images by: Traditional Home, BHG, Pottery Barn, Coastal Living, HomeBunch, Pinterest

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Beautiful Winter Tablescape

I think winter months would be a little easier to tolerate if we surround ourselves with beautiful things we love (and people we love too, of course!) in our homes. Since we tend to spend more time indoors during this season (well maybe not so much here in sunshiny Florida) beautiful designs can help keep us inspired! Take a look at a lovely winter tablescape...

The sparkle on the table could remind you of 'ice' for these winter months...Brrr! So beautiful though.

What a great way to use all of those special handmade doilies so many of us have inherited from our grandmothers and great-grandmothers.  Just use them all the way down your table to make a 'custom' runner overlay. 

A little texture on the table with these chargers and the colors here almost remind me of ... the sea and sand!  Now that's a WARMING thought for these cold winter days you may be experiencing! 

How about YOU?  Do you have some extra beauty on your tabletops to enjoy during these long winter months?  We'd love for you to share your creative secrets if you'd like!

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Susan 

Arborgate Interiors LLC

Image Credits:  Southern Lady

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Happy New Year and Company Changes for 2015

Hello dear readers...and Happy New Year a little late!  We have some exciting changes that have transpired that we'd like to share with you.

We have made a move...to good 'ole sunshiny Florida. Yes, southwest Florida, so it's quite the change for us. We love it here and have continued onward with our interior design business...just in a much warmer climate no doubt!

Along with this change came...a company name change! Change is good, right? We are now...ARBORGATE INTERIORS LLC. We will still provide the same amazing interior designs as in the past 29 years and stellar customer service that will continue to surpass even our client's expectations. THAT is something that won't change!!!

We now also offer many new services to cover any and all needs our clients may have...no matter how large or how small a project is. We've already been working with many new clients here in Florida as well as designing some of their summer homes up north. We can also work with you and your friends or referrals...even LONG-DISTANCE...meaning no matter where you live! Close or far-away...it doesn't matter. That's right, we can work with you almost just like being right there in your home, but some of the process will be 'virtual'.  You will even have the option to have an interior designer and yet save on your budget if you prefer to 'manage' your own design project once we've created it for you. You'll know exactly what steps to take (at your own pace, of course) and exactly what to buy and where to place it.  Imagine!

We LOVE doing 'turn-key' design projects here with the local Florida residents as well as being able to continue working with all of our former clients (i.e. any upcoming projects you may have now) and referrals even though we've re-located! So if you, or anyone you know, desire to make your home more beautiful...be sure to contact us.

Yet another change is this...we are going to try and make a bit more time for this BLOG!  I admit, it's been ignored for awhile and pushed to the back burner because of our design projects and also our big move. Our interior design projects still take first priority around here, but our intention is to try and share a little more with our readers in 2015.  So, we are really glad you've stayed with us! May this be YOUR best year yet!

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Susan 

Arborgate Interiors LLC

Simple Christmas Projects

Can you even believe it's December already?  Christmas will be here before we know it.  Are YOU ready?   Here are a couple of cute decorating ideas that were in my inbox today that I thought I'd share.  

A painted mirror with a splash of gold to go with the gold tinsel tree...isn't it lovely!

Cupcake Liner Trees - How cute!

 What a great little project for the kids!

Who knew little decorative boxes and ribbon could make such a nice looking topiary!

These, and other creative ideas, can be found at Better Homes and Garden.  Hope YOU find some new easy ideas for your home this holiday season!

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Image Credits:  bhg.com

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Start enjoying the holiday savings TODAY! Just email us and one of our designers will be in touch.

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Image Credits:  EA Coll.

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Fabric & Design of The Week

Happy Monday dear readers!  From our inbox to yours today is one of our vendor's chosen fabrics of the week...

Isn't it stunning?  Well, in my opinion it surely is!  So stunning that we will use it in our newest project...a ladie's master bedroom.  She wants to use a few items she already has, but add some GLAM in blues and gray.  Here's what we have custom designed just for her!

We'll use this fabric for a custom duvet on the bed to coordinate with a gray bedskirt, along with gray euro shams...and we'll also use the print for a couple of throw pillows on the chairs in the reading nook we've planned for her.  The solid gray drapery panels will have greek key trim.  A few accessory selections to fit the 'feel' of the room she wanted and...voila! 

What do YOU think?  We've got a few more details, such as the rod finish for those custom drapery panels, and a mirror to select (every woman need this, right?) but aside from that...we are done.

If you would like for our design team to custom design a room plan just for YOU...email us. We have both 'e-design' available and a full custom 'design in a box' plan with samples of materials and finishes included in the package that will be delivered to you.  Whichever service you prefer AND whether you are local or long-distance, we can work with you!  

Thanks for stopping by and...

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Image Credits:  GH Fabric

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