March 13, 2014
Some Tips When You Downsize
A downsize often reduces your house footprint by 50%. That’s a lot of stuff. As I work in condominiums and second homes with clients, I have tips I always share. So here are a few important ones if you are in downsize mode.
1. Select or reuse multi-purpose furniture
A secretary provides great storage, can serve as a home office surface for your laptop or a flatscreen and is vertical rather than horizontal. And equally important, it is an attractive piece of furniture. This my personal favorite so I mention it first..an instant classic and showpiece. (It’s even better when you have a family member or friend who seeks to part with one).
2. Bring some memories with you
Search the attics of grandparents and parents and revive a piece that tugs at your heart. You will experience a warm feeling every time you look at it. I promise.
3. Surround yourself with art
It’s the window to your self expression.
4. Area rugs take the lead
A rug is a foundation for a color palette. Whether traditional or contemporary, it is a natural way to unite the elements of your design and collectibles. Here’s one I recently designed for clients.
Now for some news about my upcoming trip to the Architectural Digest Home Show in NYC. I’m very honored to be invited to #BlogTourNYC next week courtesy of Modenus, Veronika Miller and crew. All 11 of us who are included will be putting miles on our feet as we immerse ourselves in all things design. Here is the story about our day to day plan which is still evolving.
I’ll be tweeting rather than writing next week so plan to hear from me on my Facebook page and on Twitter. Look for a future post with my thoughts about the big apple and design.
WE'VE BEEN INVITED TO JOIN BLOGTOUR NYC!
