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AFFORDABLE WAYS TO BRING LUXURY INTO YOUR APARTMENT

Interior design and decoration are popular topics for a reason – the environment we live in touches every other aspect of our lives. Everyone should be able to bring lavishness and elegance into there living space if they want to!

I have scoped out some of the best and affordable ways to give your apartment that upgrade you have been wanting with out breaking the bank!

Replacing your light fixtures can bring real definition and an accent of regality to your home. Take out those old basic ones and get some new metallic sconces.
Why not add attractive vinyl flooring! Pick out a cool texture and grab a friend to help you replace with your old floors with a temporary new ones. Adding large rectangle shapes can look and feel more elegant than squares.
Paint your walls! Try adding a fresh coat of white paint to your bedroom walls to refresh your space. You will be happy to wake up to some clean white walls that pop! Or add a deep red or navy accent wall into your living room.
Update your knobs on those kitchen cabinets! It will add flair and a real upgrade to the kitchen.
While touching up the kitchen you should think about priming and painting the cabinets! This paint job will really transform your kitchen space.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN MIAMI

If you have been reading my blog you know that I love the luxurious events and shows that come to Miami. I can’t wait to share them with my readers!

Miami is a true epicenter for luxurious goods and high-end interior design. I am here to keep you informed about what is happening in this city!

From March 16-19, 2015, Cruise Shipping Miami will be taking place at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

For 30 years Miami has been the leader of this international exhibition and conference. This event attracts a wide range of the cruise industry players.

Cruise Shipping Miami is an interesting and educational trade show with an amazing variety of networking and social events!

If you are a boater like me, the Miami Beach Convention Center is the place to be this week!

5 ESSENTIAL WAYS TO SPRUCE UP YOUR HOME FOR SPRING

Spring cleaning is coming! To some is may be a pain to give your home a real deep cleaning but there also are some smart ways to make it fun!

Liven up your place and let the warm sunshine and the cool spring breeze in.

Check out these essential ways to spruce up for spring!

Bring the outside in: Try adding more plants and greenery to any area. Old pots and teacups will give a real rustic look and bring more life into the place.
Clean your windows: Believe it or not this really makes a difference. Windows can be commonly forgotten to Windex down but I promise you, you’ll be seeing a lot more sunshine being let in and your rooms will sparkle.
Color: As you may know already the color of the year is marsala, but you can also spice it up with some art deco inspired pastels for a unique and joyful look.
Ombre: This beautifully effect is when one color gradually turns into another. It has been a big trend and can be easily used for decorating. You can use an ombre pillow cushions or a throw blanket to give an airy feel.
Spring Clean: Last but not lease, give your house a full cleaning and have it feeling brand new. This will be the cherry on top of your spring sprucing success.

DECORATION INSPIRATION OF THE WEEK: AMERICAN HOME DESIGN

What comes to mind when you think of an American themed room?

Stars and Stripes? Hard wood floors?
Nautical Accessories? Red, white, and blue colors?

Well there is so much more out there to bring this style into your home!

An American stylized home can fit anywhere, whether you live in Miami, New York, or Texas. I found an interesting article that depicts the many ways to bring this aesthetic to life.

The Europeans directly impacted the beginning of American architecture. This form of architecture had been adapted to the many different climates in the United States. Wood was used a lot due to foresting by the settlers. Antiques can express a very Americana vibe as well.

There are so many beautiful ways to admire the U.S.A.

ANTIQUITIES: COLLECTION OF AUTHENTIC ANTIQUES REVEALED PART 3

On this episode of DesignTV With Steven G., we will take another visit to the brilliant Antiquities showroom to view some more fabulous antiques!

I wanted to show you as much as I could! Antiques are a great value when decorating a space and are truly one of a kind.

Let’s get started…

4 TIPS FOR COUPLES AND HOME DECORATING

Working together to build your interior design needs can be tough. Well I am here to help!

Strong opinions and high emotions can get the best of us when deciding on furniture and wall colors. Here are some helpful tips to equally share creative vision in any room of your home!

1. Cost: Money will always be a main issue when it comes to decorating. The best thing you can do it set a clear budget before you begin any projects. This will avoid any discrepancies when the creative juices get flowing.

2. Comfort: Find a purpose for each room and furnish it accordingly. Go furniture shopping together to make sure it matches your well-being and style. Find a happy balance between your two desires.

3. Color: When is comes to painting your walls it may be the biggest transformative step within interior decorating. The best way to try out a color is by testing them out. I suggest rolling up those sleeves and paint sections of your walls to find out what colors really work where.

4. Style: This can be one of the trickiest parts of home design for couples. Remember to keep in mind romance when stylizing your home. This decorating project can be a real eye-opener and bring you closer together with one another so why not embrace your love and share this space together as one.

GET READY FOR THE 27TH ANNUAL ICFF SHOW

If you’ve been reading for a while, you know by now that love to keep my readers informed about upcoming events that showcase the world of high end interior design.

I can’t wait to share them all with you. It’s a great thing I have this blog!

The ICFF is North America’s platform for global design. It will take place at New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, May 16-19, 2015. This exhibition is massive and plenty of fun. Come and check out the latest interior design trends and listen to a panel of industry leaders answering your decorating needs.

You can get even more information for this show here.

ANTIQUITIES: COLLECTION OF AUTHENTIC ANTIQUES REVEALED PART 2

On this episode of DesignTV With Steven G., we are bringing you back to our wonderful Antiquities showroom and give you a glimpse of some more antique pieces.

There is so much to see in this showroom. Antiques are very important to the success of any unique interior design project.

I think you’re going to find it very informative and fun.

TOP 3 INTERIOR DESIGN TRICKS FOR A COMFY & COZY HOME

Creating a comfortable and warm atmosphere with interior design can be solved by a few simple tricks, and I am here to help!

A room can evokes emotions and heighten your senses. Why not relax in your living room after a long days work and awaken that feeling.

Here are my top 3 ways to achieve this decorating goal.

1. Blankets: Adding a decorative throw blanket on a chair or futon creates a touch of warmth visually and literally!

2. Accessories: Other then blankets why not cozy up to some velvet throw pillows or sandalwood scented candles. The aroma and look will be exponentially more comfy and pleasant.

3. Window Treatments: Putting honeycomb shades in your living room will bring natural light in with out loss of air-conditioning. Let the warm sunshine pour into your home.

ENJOY THE ARTS EN PLEIN AIRE

If you appreciate the fine arts as much as I do you, than you will love this event that takes place on the second Saturday of every month!

Come join all the art aficionados of Miami and splendor at what the Wynwood artists have to offer.

The Wynwood Art Walks take place every Second Saturday of every month between the hours of 6PM to 10PM and extending throughout the night.

This monthly experience features openings at Art Galleries, Art Institutions, and Retail Businesses. Thousands of people crowd the streets to have a great night out and enjoy the Miami Art Scene.

This is truly one festive and lively evening!

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