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Long Hallways… Friend or Foe?

A long hallway can either be a reminder of a scary movie or walk on the runway- a.k.a disastrous or fabulous! Here are a few helpful tips to inspire and make you think twice about hallways!

1. Define the space. Use a runner, artwork, benches and lighting to actually create a design in the hallway. Not only that, it will add color, texture and warmth. 
2. Make a statement! The hallway doesn’t just have to be 2 white walls. Add dramatic lighting, pops of color with art or large printed wallpaper. This space can be used to tell any story you want.
3. Create an optical illusion. If this hallway is your problem area, you can create an illusion to make it look a certain way with the sizes, colors and pieces you choose. For example, if your hallway needs to open up, add a mirror and lighting to illuminate the area . If your hallway is way too long without anything going on, add a console or small accent chairs to fill the empty space.

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The designers of the hallway spaces above really thought outside of the box to create a one of kind look in something that is usually left so empty! Patterned runners, painted ceilings, over-sized artwork and mirrors- the sky is the limit when it comes to interior design! We pulled a few unique pieces from a few of our favorite stores that will really add a punch to a hallway design.

A.S.D. Interiors hallway design picks!

Get the VINTAGE MODERN look….

Living in the world today we are faced with the challenge of mixing new and old together. This mixture can either be a toxic mess or a wonderful collaboration that not only tells a story but freshens things up a bit! When it comes to design, buying an older house/condo/apartment and trying to modernize it can be challenging but it can definitely be done. Architectural Digest recently posted an article about a beautiful town home in Greenwich Village that needed to be updated while still keeping its charm.

Architectural firm Leroy Street Studio and interior designer Christine Markatos Lowe took on the task of creating an up to date design while keeping the Greek Revival structure that was built in 1842 in tact for the family of six. This town home is so bright and inviting with hints of distressed furniture and gorgeous architectural details…. take a look!

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 The fireplace and chair rail detail that was kept in the design really gives the essence of the Greek Revival Structure that was created years ago. By keeping the room bright white and adding pieces that were both contemporary and historically inspired created a flowing design. 

 

Do you love this town home just as much as we do!? We searched high and low to give you our spin on this design with pieces that are currently available to help you get inspired!

Modern and vintage inspired furniture selected by A.S.D. Interiors.

Get the LOOK…

Looking through magazines and online home decor sites can be inspiring and frustrating all at once. Most people fall in love with a certain look but have no idea where to start. Whether it is the mood, color or the overall space that is captivating- we are here to show you that a certain look you love can definitely be achieved- even if it is in your favorite magazine…  

ELLEDecor.com feautures Courtney Cox’s beautiful Malibu Beach home that was renovated by architect Michael Kovac and designed by Trip Haenisch. Her home captures the essence of an earthy vibe with streamlined finishes. The mixture of natural stone and wood with contemporary furniture and artwork create a harmonious relationship throughout the home.

  

Taking elements from each room such as contemporary furniture, organic shapes and textures with an industrial flare we came up with the design below. The best part is everything we found is available to the public from local stores and online retailers. Adding a splash of crisp white paint to the walls and framing the windows with dark drapery will really complete the look!

2013 Color of the year: Emerald Green

Pantone has casted emerald green the new “it” color for 2013 stating: “Lively.Radiant.Lush… A color of elegance and beauty
that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony.”

Who wouldn’t want to surround themselves with a color that brings well-being, balance and harmony?! Well, at ASD Interiors we sure do! Lets get inspired and see how we can use this color in our favor!

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One of the biggest obstacles about this color is that you have to be brave enough to use it! Let’s start small and work our way up. This does not have to be the main color in a room- this can actually be the perfect burst of color a room is craving! With emerald green a little goes a long way and still makes a big statement.

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Designing with GREY & ORANGE

Grey has been a color that is popping up everywhere now-a-days in interiors and fashion. It is the perfect hue to create a well balanced color palette. From a very light grey to a deep charcoal grey, it will add a sense of balance to the entire room by enhancing accent colors in the space. Grey is a fresh approach to achieving that warm yet sophisticated interior space.

One of our favorite color combos at A.S.D. is orange and grey. Orange is a such a bright and cheerful color and with the help of a shade of grey, it enhances its beauty and elegance. Take a look…

La Dolce Vita Blog featured a dining room that is a perfect example of why grey is a beautiful color and lets the other surrounding colors pop! Notice the charcoal grasscloth and its relation to the orange and yellow artwork.

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This contemporary living room, feautured in Lonny magazine, created a splash with the orange accents on several shades of grey.

Lonny Magazine

A bright and welcoming nursery created a fun,  yet sophisticated space with the use of grey, white and pops of orange. Stripes on the accent wall added a contemporary flair to the simplistic design.

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Houzz.com feautured an adorable office space with great use of pattern and color. To keep a space looking fresh, it is key to have great light and colors that play well off of eachother like the room below.

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Get the look..

Products found from vendors such as West Elm, CB2 and Room & Board!

HGTV’s “House Hunters Renovation” episode 4

Last Sunday HGTV aired a new episode of “House Hunters Renovation” that I was so honored to work on!! It was an absolute pleasure working with the HGTV team and of course the wonderful homeowners, Bill and Meredith, on this kitchen renovation! You guys all made it such a blast and I will always remember how great the experience was!

For some of you looking for a few snap shots, take a look below for a couple before and after images of the kitchen renovation…

This kitchen needed some major color and updating! After getting an idea of what Bill and Meredith were looking for in their kitchen… I had a plan! Below is the sketch for my concept on the kitchen design.

By choosing warmer color tones in walnut and grey, the kitchen came to life. Adding a colorful glass and slate back splash tile gave a contemporary touch especially since I decided to install it vertically instead of horizontal!! Matched with the quartz counter tops for the island and main kitchen, along with industrial details like the reclaimed wood mirror and swivel bar stools, this kitchen got its masculine vibe. And who could forget the beautiful accent wallpaper in the dining area that tied the theme together!

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We searched for products that had an industrial edge but also a natural element to them. Thanks to the vendors below we were able to achieve our goal: Here are just some of the vendors….West Elm, CB2, Target, Crate & Barrel, World Market, Home Decorators, Astek Wallcovering, The Shade Store, BEHR and Amarock.

A big shout out to A-List Construction! You made the designs a reality and we could not have done it without a quick and professional team likes yours! Find them online at a-listconstruction.com

Visit A.S.D. INTERIORS for more inspiration and contact info! asdinteriors.com