Design Styles/Part 3 of 3

Today, we are continuing Part 3... About design styles and everything you always wanted to know about design but were afraid to ask.

Moroccan


A heavily layered look consisting of intricately patterned fabrics, colorful mosaics, metal lanterns, textured walls, bold, jewel-toned colors, layers of Oriental rugs and pillows in luxurious fabrics and ornately-carved wooden accents. Design by David Bromstad. LOVE David's creativity and his program (Color Splash)!!!!

Shabby Chic


Coined in 1980 by Rachel Ashwell, this cottage-inspired look includes weathered white-painted furniture, painted motifs, floral prints in muted colors, white slipcovered sofas and vintage accessories. A sense of brightness and airiness is always evident in these interiors. Photo Courtesy of Miles Talbott's Shabby Chic® Collection.

Traditional


Furnishings are usually 18th-century English, 19th-century neoclassic, French country and British Colonial revival. Use of classic styling and symmetry to create a calm, orderly decor. Color palette is usually in the mid-tones and fabrics are muted, usually simple florals, solids, stripes or plaids. Design by Tracy Morris.

Transitional


The transitional look bridges contemporary and traditional design. Offering a deep rooted sense of history in some pieces, while furniture often gets an update with cleaner lines. Leather ottomans used as coffee tables is very popular in this decor. Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn could be considered transitional looks. Design by Tracy Morris.

Tropical


A look inspired by beaches of Hawaii, French Polynesia or other tropical destinations. Thatched furniture, heavy prints of palm leaves and bright colored flowers find their way onto upholstery. Muted colored rugs or sisal and seagrass carpets cover the floor. Design by Linda Woodrum. Soooo fabulous and fresh!!!! Great job Linda.

Western


Raw, rough hewn woods, inviting fabrics or cozy plaids play up the Western look. Worn leathers mixed with stone hearths or walls and other natural elements. Furniture is usually large scaled and wooden. Design by Shelly Riehl David.

Design Styles/Part 1 of 3

Every thing you always wanted to know about design styles, but were afraid to ask.

Art Deco


Streamlined, geometric style of home furnishings popular in the '20s and '30s featuring rounded fronts, mirrored accents, sleek lines and wood furniture with chrome hardware and glasstops. Design by Erinn Valencich.

Arts and Crafts


Arts and Crafts style furnishings became popular in the United States between 1910 and 1925. The focus was simple in form, without extraneous decoration, often showing the way pieces and materials were put together. Architecturally speaking, Arts and Crafts covers Craftsman style, work by Frank Lloyd-Wright as well as the bungalow style popularized by Greene and Greene. "Truth in Materials" was very important to Arts and Crafts designers, who often used local materials. Design by Thomas A. Conway.
 

Asian

Inspired by the design elements from Japan, China, Vietnam and Thailand. This look fuses natural fiber elements, bamboo and colors taken from nature to create a serene, calm environment. Furnishings may be lacquered or handpainted with ornamental designs, punctuated with brightly-colored accessories or statues of animals or mythical creatures. Design by Erinn Valencich.

Coastal

This look is inspired by the ocean. It evokes a light and breezy feel by way of airy fabrics for window treatments, and the emphasis on nautical or beach-themed accessories such as lighthouses and seashells. The classic Ralph Lauren-inspired palette of navy and white with gold accents is a striking look for any home. Design by Layla Palmer.

Tapestries For Your Floors

Tapestries for your floors with many styles to choose from, Oriental, Contemporary, Trasitional, Shag and Flokati, Children's Rugs, Southwestern, Animal Prints, Solid, Novelty, Striped, Check and Plaid, Country and Floral, Holiday, Lodge, Natural Fiber, Sports and Colleges + More Options

All Modern

Felt everyone would enjoy viewing the All Modern site. I found the accessories fun and classic.

Although, I showed you a few accessories they also inventory furniture, lighting, rugs, and much more. Also check out their upcoming giveaway, for a chance to win something fun and unique for your home!

Burke Decor

BurkeDecor.com was created by Erin E. Burke in September 2007. A lover of renovations, Erin was working on a re-development project in post-Katrina New Orleans when a scarcity of construction resources (beyond the basic Lowes' and Home Depot offering) pushed her online to purchase fixtures, wallpapers and cabinetry. Having to spend extensive amounts of time sourcing products on the web through a multitude of sites, Erin became interested in the notion of creating an exclusive shoppe online for decor she loved...all in one place and with a cohesive style. Although BurkeDecor's online home decor catalog has grown extensively, her company remains committed to offering customers a boutique-style shopping experience online

BurkeDecor.com , see their store information on ,"this site-Serenity In Design- under Designer's Link section", they are an online boutique shop complete with decorative home products, gifts, furniture and other delights to make living more enjoyable. With a variety of offerings, from the most unique to the most functional of home furnishings and luxury pieces for any living space. They carry accent decor, bath accessories, bedding, candles, furniture, decorative garden decor, children's furnishings, lighting, mirrors, photographs, pillows, art prints, rugs, serving linens, trays, tabletop accessories and wallpaper from a range of star designers and brands. They carry unique and extraordinary items you will love!!!

Armani' Inspired

Armani's Fashion Philosophy skirt and blouse with Blush screen in Macassar ebony. The Borromini linen chaise, Boreal rabbit throw and Burt rug exude elegance.

Bold geometric patterns, shimmering black pleats and refined textures define the latest collection from legendary designer Giorgio Armani. But don't think these seasonal trends are exclusive to the fashion runway. Armani was one of the first high-profile fashion figures to enter the world of home furnishings, translating a design aesthetic into a range of home products from furniture and textiles to accessories and tabletop. Launched in 2000 as a separate division within the Giorgio Armani Group, Armani/Casa embodies the Italian icon's inimitable style, bringing the same sophistication and timeless elegance of his fashion sense to his collection of understated interior decor.

Armani's extension into the home is consistent with the designer's fashion philosophy and language. "The process of creating products for the home and for fashion collections is very similar," he says. "Both skills require an ability to imagine things in three dimensions and to translate sketches into reality. In both cases, it is the precision and finesse that will make all the difference." The furnishings are designed to fit specific zones in the home: living, dining, bedroom, study, kitchen and bath. Each season, additional lines are introduced to complement the existing ones.

In the midst of a recession and with much fanfare, Armani recently opened his 47,000-square-foot U.S. store in midtown Manhattan, bringing all of his labels under one roof. Blending effortlessly with tailored suits and couture dresses, Armani has transcended fashion to become an all-inclusive luxury lifestyle brand.

Rugs/The Finishing Accessory

With a unique synchronization of ambiance, beauty, comfort, elegance and style a unique area rug can transform a room from plain into a dreamy paradise. This is why area rugs are enjoying demands at a great level everywhere in the world. Especially, in America the demand for these aesthetic rugs seems to be at a zenith. Bring in the muted multi-colored rug into any room to pull out the color theme from accessories and painted walls.

Elegance and a fruitful theme for the kitchen, looks like a still photo tapestry for the floor.



Machine woven using 100% Polypropylene. Features transitional & themed designs such as roosters, nautical & florals . Offers a variety of sophisticated, transitional motifs for today's upscale living How fun is this for the southwestern design.

The Generations Collections boasts a wonderful new coloration in Sphinx's famous cross woven construction with up to 36 colors in each design. The new color palette includes reds, greens, browns, and plums that vary from soft to deep tones. Designs range from transitional to traditional and tribal to contemporary.


Offering a chic, upscale array of casual-contemporary designs extends lavish comfort to virtually any area of the home. Each pattern, from the tone-on-tone animal print to the sprawling scroll motif, is reflective of popular trends in modern interior decor as well as classic outdoor furnishings.



Watercolors, a vibrant and new collection, have modern and eye catching transitional designs. Ideas inspired from both American and Indian artists. Special dyeing and weaving techniques transition each color to the next, so each rug gives the feeling of being a one of a kind piece of art. Hand-carved from premium quality wool, Watercolors will make a statement in every room.
With a unique synchronization of ambiance, beauty, comfort, elegance and style a unique area rug can transform a room from plain into a dreamy paradise. This is why area rugs are enjoying demands at great level at every in corner of the world. Especially, in America the demand for these aesthetic rugs seems to be at a zenith.

Cherry Grove

American Drew/Cherry Grove Collection

My showcase of furniture for the month is an American Drew/Cherry Grove Collection .

This lovely sleigh bed is my personal favorite.

A sleigh bed is a style of bed with curved or scrolled foot and headboards. Often made of wood and quite heavy, the sleigh bed is a result of the French and American Empire period of the early 1800s. The Empire Style drew its inspiration from the empires of ancient Rome and Greece.




American Drew 791-250/251 - Cherry Grove Door Chest

This is a piece of art in itself! Armories will add color and value to family rooms, foyers and bedrooms. We use them for entertainment centers as well, when concealing the tv and stereo equipment became the trend in design. This is a recommended investment in any home or office.

American Drew 792-480 - Cherry Grove Bed Bench

"This is a must have item", for the extra throw or to place your delicate custom pillows on at the end of day, the perfect touch, where practical meets elegance .


American Drew 791-37X - Cherry Grove Pediment Poster Bed

Usually, the function of the tester, which is a canopy frame, was to hold bed curtains that could surround the bed to keep out drafts. In the modern Western world, this function has become unnecessary because of improvements with more insulation and draft exclusion. Nevertheless, the four-poster bed without the tester has remained a popular style for many bedrooms because of its traditional and luxurious appearance.


American Drew 793-910 - Cherry Grove Coffee Table

Part of the Cherry Grove collection (View full Cherry Grove collection)

The 45th Anniversary Cherry Grove Collection is a blending of new and old adaptations from 18th century and higher end traditional styling. Cathedral cherry veneers, alder solids and select hardwoods create a new and exciting collection of bedroom, dining room and occasional furniture for American Drew. You'll be investing in a timeless piece of furniture that will be cherished for generations to come with its attention to detail and exquisite craftsmanship. Celebrate tradition with Cherry Grove.

I chose to showcase their Cherry Grove collection, however, they are offering a sale on their Bernhardt Collection which you can read about below, then visit their site for a fun shopping experience previewing their entire inventory.

Enjoy UNBEATABLE SAVINGS on high quality, close out items from one of the most recognizable, eco-friendly furniture companies in the U.S!

Bernhardt Furniture Company, Inc., located in the foothills of Western North Carolina, is one of the largest family owned and operated marketers of fine wood and upholstered furniture in the United States. Committed to high business standards and the principles of fine craftsmanship, the Bernhardt family has led this American enterprise to its current ranking among the top U.S. furniture companies in annual sales worldwide. Bernhardt collections have won multiple Pinnacle Awards for outstanding product design, and Bernhardt brand loyalty is one of the strongest in the industry. (More information on Bernhardt)

You need to also review their collection of Platform Beds for a contemporary look.

The prices and style vary and start as low as 209.00 and they provide free shipping.