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Spotlight on the Stressless Emily

    Stressless design is a unique selling point in the market where aesthetics normally plays a secondary role. They have always focused on quality, function, and sustainability, staying true to their Nordic traditions. For more than 50 years Stressless has developed comfort, design, and features based on insight into the human anatomy and people’s everyday lives. This has contributed to many patents which have reportedly set the agenda for the category.     Emily is one of the newest ....

The Value of Functional Furniture by Luonto

  What is Functional Furniture   Functional Furniture is defined as furniture having several functions combined. Functions can vary, but often include additional practical uses, such as sleepers, storage, recliners, seat adjustability, etc.    In Finland, the average home size is 1100 square feet, this includes 3 bedrooms, living space and a kitchen. With such limited space to entertain overnight guests, functional furniture is essential in order to maximize every square foot.    Th ....

How to Create an Inviting Dining Room

    The dining room is an important place for gatherings with friends and family. While it may not be used for every meal, or even every day, it still deserves attention. Here are 4 tips on creating an inviting atmosphere that will make you and your guests feel warm and comfortable:   Practical and Beautiful Storage   Every dining room needs some sort of closed storage. A buffet is a very practical and versatile option that allows hiding what needs to be kept out of sight, but al ....

Trends from the Fall 2022 High Point Furniture Market

  Another furniture market in the books! Here are some of the trends we spotted and what is new.   Curves    Organic and sculptural shapes were seen in sofas, sectionals, dining tables and more.     More Color   Lots of earth tones and more color overall which is a refreshing shift from all the greys and whites. Green was the trending color to make note of.      Textured Fabrics    Textured fabrics like boucle and tweed were seen everywhere. These ....

How to Design Open-Concept Spaces

  Open-concept spaces have become popular over the years, and while there are benefits, there are also challenges when it comes to design. When designing these spaces, it is important to create separate zones, yet also build a connection between them. Here are our top ways to achieve this harmony:   Use rugs to define spaces.   An open-concept space needs to be grounded with area rugs forming delineated seating groups or zones which can also flow and speak to each other.   Choose a co ....

4 Ways to Create a Custom Interior

  The secret to making a house feel like a home is by incorporating your personality and style through art, rugs, lighting, accessories, furniture, and so much more. Here are 4 ways to make your home feel more custom.   1. Tailor your furniture.   When you design a custom sofa or dining set to your exact specifications, it can make the surrounding decor feel more elevated and personal.    2. Switch out lighting and hardware.   Don’t underestimate the power of good lighting.  Li ....

5 Ways to Cozy-Up your Home for Fall

  Add Fresh Flowers   Nothing brightens up your home for the season like vases filled with fall flowers. Sunflowers and chrysanthemums are great choices because they'll remain beautiful for up to a week. The trick to keeping blooms fresh is to remove all leaves below the water line and change out the water every few days.     Wooden Accents   Adding wooden accents like these pieces from the Stickley Walnut Grove collection will help warm up any space. Wood adds a natural feeling o ....

4 Reasons Why Fall is the Best Season to Enjoy Outdoor Living

  1. Cooler Temperatures   Summers get very hot and humid here in Virginia Beach making it unbearable at times to appreciate the outdoors.  We are looking forward to cooler days where we can host al fresco dinners or even just being able to lounge around and enjoy a glass of wine and a good book.   2. Football Season   Tailgate parties and Sunday night football are perfect reasons to take advantage of cooler weather in your outdoor space.  Try setting up a projector screen to view ....

Space Planning Your Living Room

  The living or family room is one of the most important spaces within your home. It is a space for watching tv, socializing, and even resting which is why it is important to properly space plan so you and your family can get the most use out of the space. If you’re not sure where to begin – we are here to help.  We will listen to your ideas, make suggestions, and sketch our concepts. We will also help you with color coordination, fabric and finish selection.   This helps you work out ....