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Fall decor extends from September to November, much longer than the Christmas or Easter season or any of the other decor-worthy holidays. Nature-inspired decor...Read More
My youngest is entering his sophomore year in college and we still deal with some back to school things. Mostly he handles it and it is nothing like running around for clothes, school supplies and the general mayhem of three kids as in the past....Read More
Fair warning: this blog is picture heavy with so many beautiful examples of decorating with nature. These photos, culled from client work, the store and other...Read More
Whether folks buy from us at Form & Function or another reputable dealer, educated decisions help alleviate buyer’s remorse. If you’ve decided that vintage furniture is an acceptible substitute...Read More
I thought this was a fitting subject with kids underfoot for the summer. It is definitely open to interpretation and very subjective. Some folks want high design, perhaps necessitating a “no” touching rule. Others prefer a relaxed...Read More
You’re probably wondering why I am writing a post about shopping for home decor scores on Amazon when I own a store. Sounds crazy, right? But the truth is that we all shop on Amazon and that is the new reality. I don’t have everything in my store that folks want or need, and I thought...Read More
Invest in a little work now, then kick back in a cleaner, lighter and brighter environment for summertime enjoyment and relaxation. I don’t always...Read More
Now, it really hasn’t been two WHOLE years and, to be fair, it was three paints for three different locations. And, let me also preface this whole discussion with…there is no right...Read More
The service we provide most for clients is our redesign day where we reimagine and restyle the homeowner’s existing furniture, accessories and art. If there’s one thing...Read More
This is achievable by combining the right masculine touches with a nod to femininity that won’t overwhelm the bachelor. Many soft good design pieces (pillows,...Read More
If there is one thing I learned when I developed the idea of Design District Raleigh, it is that ladies are doing the lion’s share of antique stores in Raleigh. Five years ago,...Read More
This year since there are so many 2018 home decor trends that border on classic, I would be remiss not to embrace them. So many folks have written on this subject in the weeks prior and I have compiled...Read More
When consulting with our clients we often provide redesign services where we use existing décor, restyling their home with fresh eyes. In particular, collections compiled...Read More
Even if you live in a larger home or perhaps are downsizing to a smaller but not so tiny house, there are still very practical ideas for multi...Read More
Maybe you’ve always done it yourself and you have a good eye? Perhaps you feel like a cop-out because you are too busy or need a little hand-holding? Maybe the myriad of ideas...Read More
Reference #1 above. And that’s okay. But if you are trying to style bookshelves or vary the composition, use...Read More
Or the Gospel according to RH (that’s Restoration Hardware), as I like to call it. These in-store vignettes imply that Belgian linen, grey and books unnaturally wrapped in all-white covers...Read More
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