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INTERIOR DECORATION INSPIRATION OF THE WEEK: VALUE STONES

There are so many places you can find design inspiration from. It is always best to follow your gut, after reading some professional industry advice first of course. This week’s interior design inspiration is drawn from the value stone.

Stones are a popular interior design trend that is always evolving. This element brings sophistication and a natural feel to the interiors of a space. There are so many different shapes, prices, colors, and sizes it can be hard to choose!

When incorporating value stones in your home you can put them in glass or attractive container and just add water and flowers. It depends on the space your decorating but this can be a wonderfully uplifting element to a room. This simple design will leave fantastic impressions in smaller home spaces.

Make your stones unique by choosing the style and sense for both exterior and the interior of your home. Your stone choice reflects your design persona. Beauty and nature are some of the many qualities that stone decorations can bring to a space.

SEE WHAT’S COMING TO THE MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT

The Miami Design District is always growing and evolving into one of the most eclectic neighborhoods around! With new shops and restaurants popping up there are so many things to do it can be hard to choose where to go!

It was recently announced that a whole new slew of tenants would be moving into the Miami Design District, meaning more and more offerings popping up! Including these two new restaurant offerings: Estefan Kitchen and The Smile.

This Cuban-inspired concept, Estefan Kitchen, “will feature traditional, family recipes presented in a new, healthy way that will appeal to both locals and our international guests,” Emilio Estefan told The Miami Herald.

NYC’s The Smile will also be entering the Miami Design District soon! The South Florida edition of The Smile plans to have a menu of coffee, baked goods, snacks and sandwiches making it a cool, laidback work environment.

Stay tuned to check out when these restaurants will be officially opening!

ENJOY THE DAY OFF THIS INDEPENDENCE DAY 2016!

I’m sure you all are enjoying this wonderful 3 day weekend with family and friends! Whether you’re relaxing on the beach or BBQing at the park, enjoy the time off and let design inspiration ideas float around you!

Have a great Independence Day and most importantly ave fun and stay safe!

WHERE YOU SHOULD BE THIS JULY 4TH WEEKEND IN MIAMI 2016

Watch firework on the water at the River Yacht Club
Grab your self a front row seat to gaze at fireworks over Downtown Miami and the Miami River at the new River Yacht Club. You’ll be gobbling up lobster rolls with the traditional watermelon salad, corn, and sliders to boot!

Miami’s Bacon and Beer Crawl
This Saturday from 3:30 to 9:00pm if your have no plans this is THE place to be. When to great things come together magic happens AKA bacon AND beer! What better way to celebrate America’s Independence? Wear your most patriotic apparel and get ready to celebrate!

Party at the IndepenDANCE Festival at Nikki Beach
This will be the party OF the 4th. As of now, undisclosed top DJ talent will join together at Nikki Beach to celebrate the 4th of July like only Miami can, with bumping music, impressive dancers, and mojito pitchers, topped off by South Beach’s epic fireworks show.

And these are just some of the many epic ways you can celebrate the 4th of July in Miami. Be sure to enjoy the long weekend with family and friends and stay save and have fun!

QUICK TIPS TO SOPHISTICATE THESE 3 ROOMS

When it comes to young adults and interior design, they may find themselves with many questions. Especially if its their first home or apartment, or moving in with a significant other. Lucky for you I love sourcing out the best advice and interior tips.Today I am sharing with you some great advice from Refinery29.

If you’re looking for quick and simple ways to add sophistication to your home and give it an upgrade, check out these ideas below!

Let’s start with the bathroom facelift…
Easily overlooked, the bathroom is one of the rooms where you can get judged the most from your cohorts. There are small details that you may overlook that truly are important to help display a clean and neat look.

Matching bath towels is a must…
It’s time to put those beach towels and old towels from your college dorm away! It is worth the investment to get a set of matching bath towels. It will help your bathroom color scheme come together too!

Keep the hand soap in a lovely container…
Throw that plastic bottle, local drugstore bought soap and get yourself and affordable yet attractive one! You can even fine great smelling soaps at Trader Joe’s and descent containers at Bed Bath and Beyond. Show you’re guests that you care about there cleanliness as much as your own.

Now let’s upgrade that kitchen…
People always underestimate the importance of a well-put together kitchen. You don’t need a fancy coffee machine and blender to up the sophistication factor, but these easy tips will help!

Napkins and condiments…
Get them! Save the paper towels for cleaning purposed and keep them under the kitchen sink. Getting yourself some actual paper napkins for place settings is an easy way to upgrade your dining room set up. Next step would be cloth napkins! Paper napkins are just the training wheels. Don’t forget to keep your salt and pepper in attractive containers as well!

You must invest in a chef’s knife…
If you have mastered your basic cooking skills your next step is getting a good chef’s knife. You won’t believe the difference it will make in the ease of prepping your meals!

Have enough matching flatware, plates, and wine glasses…
It’s time to give up the days of dinner party’s with mismatched dishes and solo cups! Get yourself a set of basic white plates, matching silverware, and wine glasses, enough for at least 8 people.

Last but not least, reconsider your living space…
The main living spaces include the living room and bedroom. It’s great to keep these spaces feeling relaxed and refined at the same time! Just start with the small things!

Put in a headboard…
If you’ve moved into your new place over 2 weeks ago and your still sleeping on a mattress on the floor its time to elevate yourself with a headboard and bedframe. It’s a small addition, but it gives the your room a central focus and instantly makes it feel more elegant.

Frame you’re your favorite art…
Framing your art is one of the most common fixes to make a room look completely polished. It’s time to throw away the tacks and tape and get legit! Try serviced like Framebridge to get started. You can always go to your local art supply store to fine a simple matte frame; they’ll even help you fit the art in the right frame for you!

Get yourself some houseplants…
Bring life into your living space by bringing the outside in, and some interiorscaping. Consider a jade, aloe, or spider plant, all of which are hardy; Easter lilies, snake plants, or a Peperomia plant are great choices, too.

DESIGN TRENDS THAT CAN MAKE YOUR SPACE SEEM DATED

I love sharing the latest trends and creative initiatives in the interior design space, but today I am going to share the opposite. Trends come and go so often through out the years that sometimes it can be easy to forget when a trend has officially ended.

Look back at the days when carpeted walls, spa baths and waterbeds were loved. These trends faded and the designs were changed. Today I am going to share with you which trends are on their way out!

European-style laundry
A lot of homes already have a traditional-style laundry room installed. Homeowners want to avoid wasting space, so they convert it to European-style. This however comes as a shortfall. Without the ability to have storage in your laundry, somewhere to have your dirty clothes, ironing board and ironed clothes can create clutter in your home. We like to keep things clean and simple, so out with the trend and let’s back to basics.

Hexagon tile
In 2015 the hexagon shaped tile was everything, from fun, to form fitting, it was a hot trend of the year. Now the overuse of the hexagon has really dated this trend fast. Too much tiles should be avoid and simple is smart. Hot tip, keep any tiling in the kitchen and bathrooms.

In-wall coffee machine
There is a definite trend of concealing appliances in order to streamline a kitchen, but not all appliances look great tucked away. Expose that coffee or espresso machine and be proud to start brewing. Away goes the trend of in-wall coffee machines!

INTERIOR DECORATION INSPIRATION OF THE WEEK: YOUTUBE STARS

This weeks interior design inspiration comes from the young and bright YouTube stars that share amazing interior design content with us every day!

For some great video content of course I would suggest to start with watching Design TV with Steven G, but there are many other YouTubers with excellent content too!

See below some of my favorite content from these 3 great YouTube channels.

WHAT TO DO IN MIAMI THIS SUNNY WEEKEND

Pig out on superb Cuban food!

Miamians love their restaurants, especially when it comes to Cuban cuisine. Since the South Florida summer is so hot why not cool yourself off with a “Caja China” and mojitos. This weekend gorge out on the best picadillo, platanos, and Cuban bread Miami has to offer.

Get adventurous and Kayak through the mangroves!

Escape the city scene and get out to Oleta River State Park or Biscayne Bay. Rent a kayak, and paddle out. Enjoy the outdoors and what this state has to offer!

Join happy hour at Monty’s in Coconut Grove!

Nothing in the summer sounds better than happy hour! Head out to Coconut Grove toMonty’s! There your will find fruity drinks, raw bar deals, giant Tiki huts, chill vibes, and water views which will make the trip all worth it!

BEGINNERS GUIDE TO DECORATING A MASTER BEDROOM

When it comes to designing your home, decorating your new bedroom can be one of the most daunting tasks of them all. You want this room to be the most comfortable space in your home but there are so many options to choose from. It can be hard picking the best interiors. That is where we come in.

Here are some great ideas to transform your basic bedroom into your dream bedroom!

Follow your heart…
When the decorating begins it is important to decide on all of the factors you love. Decide on your favorite styles and desired color palettes. You must evaluate the density of objects you would like to have in your bedroom. Always remember that the size and structure of your room can determine how the furniture and home items will be laid out.

Slap on a fresh coat…
The simplest way to add your own personal flair to a space is to choose your favorite color and slap on a fresh coat of paint. If you don’t want to make a drastic change you can always just paint an accent wall. This is one of many budget-friendly ways of transforming a room. Then when it comes to colors there are tons of options, such as bold hues, faux finishes, stenciling, patterns, wall graphics, color washing and stripe effects. You can always test out popping wallpaper patterns.

Calm vibes and peaceful energies…
When styling your master bedroom, choosing the right bedding can dramatically affect the style of the room. The bed is the prime focal point in the master bedroom, which sets the mood for the space. You can liven up the room with your bedding by using bold colors, or calm it down with soft neutrals. Try matching pillows or pillows of contrast with the bedding to keep the space evolving.

Final fresh touches…
You can add a fresh look to your bedroom by letting the outside in and brightening it up with flowers. Adorn a vase on your bedside with beautiful blossoms and wake up to fresh aroma. This can be very soothing and up lifting.

When your master bedroom checklist is complete, (the bed, the furnishings, the lighting, curtains and accessories), you can add your final touch. Add in your favorite pieces of art and create a unique spin that will personalize your space. Now keep it tidy and jump in those new cushy linens!

VIDEO INSPIRATION FOR DESIGNING YOUR NEW PLACE!

Getting to decorate your first apartment on your very own is very exciting! You can find inspiration in various places such as Snapchat, Instagram, and of course our blog!

Sometimes the best way to capture inspiration is by seeing it happen right before your eyes. That is why today I am sharing with you some inspiring videos to help you develop your new apartments aesthetic.

For the Vintage Lover:
This video will show you how to seamlessly combine antiquated finds with new or reproduced ones. The modern mix will create your space to be unique and build character.

Simple and Chic:
In this video House & Home demonstrates how to make a dim space brighter by eliminating furniture and letting natural light in. Once you strategically place your home items it will bring this minimalist look complete.

Check out more inspiring videos here!

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