Designer Tips

ideas and inspiration from the professionals

		KITCHEN AND BATH COUNTERTOPS: Choosing the Right One for You There are a wide variety of options available today, so how do you choose which is right for your needs? Here is a list of what's available to help you decide. read more

		BUYING GREEN WITHOUT COMPROMISING STYLE Demand for “green” products in home furnishings has never been greater. As the demand grows, manufacturers are responding with high-quality, high-benefit products that allow consumers to go “green” without compromising style. read more

		ARTWORK FOR THE FLOOR: Rugs & Carpet at MDC It’s easy to add dimension, color and interest to your floors with beautiful Oriental rugs and carpet from MDC. Learn what designates an “Oriental” rug and the difference between a flat-weave and a pile. read more

		DESIGNS FOR OUTDOOR LIVING How can you best expand your living and entertaining space? By making use of the great outdoors, of course! More and more people have begun thinking of their outdoors spaces as actual extensions of their homes and furnishing them accordingly. read more

		DESIGNING YOUR HOME OFFICE Whether you work from home on a daily basis or you’re just looking for a quiet place to work on occasion, careful planning is the key to creating a flexible, efficient and multipurpose home office space. read more

		DEVELOPING THE MASTER PLAN Have you ever wondered how designers take your existing room and turn it into something fabulous? This tip goes through the process step-by-step so you'll know exactly what to expect. read more

		TRENDS IN TRIMMING Today’s trim acts as the final “piece of the puzzle” to coordinate a well-designed space and provide customization options for your home. Learn about the four major trends you'll be seeing in the coming year. read more

		HOLIDAY DECORATING TIPS It's that time of year again – there's a chill in the air and our thoughts turn to family gatherings and entertaining friends. Here are some tips from local designers to make your home fun and festive. read more

		WALLPAPER: A Popular Trend is Back Again Wallpaper is back and it's bigger and bolder than ever! Today’s papers offer a myriad of patterns, colors and textures that could never be achieved with paint alone. read more

		FOCUS ON TILE: Laying it on the line. Tile isn't just for the kitchen or bathroom anymore. Here are some of the hot trends our showrooms are currently featuring that you won't want to miss! read more

		PERFORMANCE AND CUSTOM SHOWERING If you’re building a new house or contemplating a remodel of a bathroom, here are some issues you’ll want to discuss with your designer to ensure you plan for a performance shower installation. read more

		FOCUS ON FABRIC: Keeping you "in the know" With so many fabrics available, it is sometimes hard to know where to begin. Here are some of the hot trends our showrooms are currently featuring and think you should be “in the know” about. read more

		THE ZEN OF INTERIOR TRANQUILITY Our lives are full with activities and obligations, we need to set aside a place to nuture ourselves. But how do we fit this into our busy lives? The home is our sanctuary so we start by making the home a beacon of peace and harmony. read more

		BRIGHT IDEA: New light fixtures If you have a room in your home that just seems to need that extra “something” consider a new light fixture. Whether it’s in a main room or a secondary area of your home, a new light fixture can really add a special touch. read more

		POWDER ROOM REMODELING TIPS Does your home need a face lift or are you just ready for a change? Not sure where to begin? Consider the powder room, its’ overall square footage is relatively small, allowing you to splurge a little on the components being incorporated. read more

		COLOR THERAPY: How to introduce it to your home without committing to painting the whole house Are you looking for ways to bring some new “color” into your home without having to repaint the entire house? These tried and true professional tips are just what the doctor ordered. read more

		ORGANIZATIONAL IDEAS: Getting your house in shape for the new year New year’s resolutions often entail getting in shape . . .in that spirit, let’s not forget about your house. With the hectic lives we all lead, it’s never been more important to get organized and stay organized. But where do you begin? read more

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