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Spring Is Blossoming for Marin County Interior Designer Allison Bloom

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Allison Bloom and Tinsley Hutson-Wiley pantry at 2012 San Francisco Decorator Showcase. Photo credit: www.macdonaldphoto.com


San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 26, 2012

Marin based interior designer Allison Bloom seems to be springing up everywhere lately. Feverishly preparing for the upcoming Dwell and Marin Magazine home tour of her Mill Valley home this April 28-29 and preparing a room for the 2012 San Francisco Decorator Showcase, opening April 28 and running through May 28, 2012, her fun and stylish design is cultivating a following.

Allison Bloom of Dehn Bloom Design is partnering with Tinsley Hutson-Wiley Interior Design on a pantry in this grand Classic Revival house for the 2012 San Francisco Decorator Showcase. Presented with the challenge of a dark and narrow pantry off the formal dining room, Bloom and Hutson-Wiley create a highly useful and cheeky take on a pantry for a contemporary family that respects the history and tradition of the houses’ design yet integrates modern amenities and clean lines.

Utilizing local vendors, Allison and Tinsley have created a pantry any butler (or family) would love. Sausalito based Heath Ceramics supplies neutral beige subway tiles in a matte finish that act as a highly functional and stylish backsplash to the newly installed gas range, brushed stainless steel hood and counters. Sourcing kitchen accessories from March on Sacramento Street, March has supplied a variety of sizes and shapes of cutting boards that do double duty as both wall art and cooking tool. Spinneybeck supplies the chic drawer pulls in a dark brown leather, that are easy to grasp and hold up to daily use. Decorative painter Willem Racké painted on the opposite pantry wall a full size Union Jack flag, but in the brown and beige palate of the room, adding a dose of fun to the functionality of the space. Allison says, ”We are going for a timeless, modern take on an old school room. We have added modern amenities that today’s family would use and love.”

The 2012 San Francisco Decorator Showcase is open from April 28-May 28, 2012 at 2020 Jackson Street in San Francisco. The house is open everyday of the week except Mondays. The hours are: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (last entry), Thursday and Friday: 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. (last entry), Sunday and Memorial Day: 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (last entry), CLOSED MONDAY (except Memorial Day).

Tickets are $ 30 each, seniors $ 25. More information on this annual charitable event benefiting the University High School scholarship fund, can be found at http://decoratorshowcase.org/


To see more of Allison Bloom’s design aesthetic, check out The Dwell and Marin Magazine Home Tour taking place April 28 and 29, 2012. For more information about this exciting home design event, visit http://dht.dwell.com/homes/mill-valley-loft


About Allison Bloom

Allison Bloom’s interior designs are formed by the intersection of science and beauty. As a native of Seattle and a student of environmental science, Allison’s interiors blend an upscale sophistication with a connection to the natural world. Allison’s designs are thoughtful, warm, contemporary, and engaging, with a focus on how they will be experienced by the client. Allison follows research in the fields of aesthetics, atmospherics, and eco-psychology because she is fascinated by the impact that interiors have on health and cognition. Allison believes that the cultivation of beauty in interiors and surroundings is an essential component of well-being.

Allison is an alumna of Remodelista, where she worked in both a brand-marketing and editorial capacity. She founded her San Francisco based design firm, Dehn Bloom Design, in 2010. Allison is a graduate of Stanford University and a mother of three. Her design work can be viewed at http://www.dehnbloom.com .























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Boston Interior Design Firm Wilson Kelsey Design Celebrated for Award Winning Old World-styled Villa Created from a former Carriage House with French Inspiration

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Authentically styled French Country kitchen with exposed brick walls, shutters, and custom cabinetry and millwork reminiscent of antique furnishings and cupboards.


Boston, MA (PRWEB) March 15, 2012

Originally built in 1907, this former carriage house and stable was part of the historic Ayer Estate on the North Shore of Boston, Massachusetts. The ocean front estate, then known as Avalon, was built for Mr. Frederick Ayer, whose daughter, Beatrice, was courted by and later married to General George Patton. In the 1980’s the carriage house was converted into condominiums, albeit uninspiring ones possessing the air of a developer’s white box. The homeowners purchased their 5,600 square foot condo in 2004 and commissioned the award winning Boston based interior design firm Wilson Kelsey Design to create an elegant, Old World styled home with inspiration from a French Country and European palette. It was interior designer Sally Wilson who discovered that although their original directive was traditional, it was really a preference for something more Continental that defined the homeowners.

One would imagine that a carriage house of this era would hold, at least to some degree, historic and beautiful architectural details. However, this was not the case. All of the home’s architectural features – moldings, millwork, cabinetry, fireplace, etc. were designed by Wilson Kelsey Design. “When the homeowners described their inclination towards French design, I referenced pictures of Versailles and used their inspiration to design scaled-back solutions that would mesh with modern living,” says interior design partner John Kelsey. And because most New England stock millwork profiles are Colonial, Kelsey had to find resources who would fabricate European details.

Features within the transformed home include an authentically styled French Country kitchen with exposed brick walls, shutters, and custom cabinetry and millwork reminiscent of antique furnishings and cupboards. The client wanted the feeling of a large European country kitchen with many amenities so that the family would want to cook and spend time there. A custom built-in sofa was designed to face the new gas fireplace, and encourage lingering at the table. The owner instructed the designers to hide all the technology.Two antique chandeliers, one from Newport, RI and the other from Charleston, SC, contribute to the old world feeling that the client wanted.

The living area is a stunning French-style salon furnished with a collection of new upholstery and antiques, a newly designed but centuries old-looking cast stone fireplace, French style paneling, intricate plaster crown moldings, and an ornamental ceiling. A collection of 18th and 19th Century antiques were acquired to add warmth and character. Antique lighting, antique architectural prints, paintings, and a wall-sized antique tapestry adorn the spaces. “They are quite happy here,” notes Sally, “They love the rich paneling and detailed moldings, complemented with Directoire and Regency furniture, gilded mirrors, Italian crystal and metal chandeliers, tapestries, and defining millwork. Here, finally, they feel at home.” As a reminder of the home’s ancestry, Wilson Kelsey discovered the original blueprint for the carriage house/stable, and had it digitally re-mastered and framed for display in the new kitchen dining area. It shows a carriage room, cow stalls, horse stalls, hay area, carriage washing bay, auto washing bay, harness room, and groom’s room.

The renovation of this home has garnered Wilson Kelsey Design over ten regional and national design awards including The Institute of Classical Architecture and Classical America New England’s 2011 award for Best Residential Interior Design and Interior Renovation. The Bulfinch Award recognizes individuals and firms who preserve and advance New England’s classical design tradition. The project appeared on the cover of New England Home magazine and is featured in the 2012 Spring issue of North Shore Magazine. Celebrated for creating elegant, yet genuinely livable homes, Sally Wilson, ASID and John Kelsey continue to garner acclamations for their design talents.

About Wilson Kelsey Design

Wilson Kelsey Design is an award-winning, Boston-based interior design firm comprised of the husband/wife team of Sally Wilson, ASID and John Kelsey. They are unique in that they bridge the gap between architect and decorator and share a strong technical background. The former producer of This Old House magazine referred to their work as “heavy-duty interior design.” In organizing their firm, they have divided the labor between them into the “hard” and the “soft”. John designs and details the hard – interior architectural detailing, cabinet design, lighting, interior construction drawings, construction field supervision, and consultant coordination. Sally initiates and implements project concepts inclusive of interior design, furniture, decorative lighting, antiques, fabrics, and color and finish selections. Their joint skill set was imperative for this condo renovation.

WILSON KELSEY DESIGN

Phone: 978-741-4234

Website: http://www.wilsonkelseydesign.com

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Los Gatos? Janice McCabe Interior Design Offers Premiere Interior Design Experience

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Premier Interior Design by Janice McCabe


Los Gatos, CA (PRWEB) August 13, 2011

Janice McCabe Interior Design of Los Gatos is the premiere interior design firm in the South Bay specializing in residential projects and commercial projects. Serving clients throughout Los Gatos, Saratoga, Hillsborough, Los Altos, Willow Glen, Atherton and San Jose, Janice McCabe is about long-term design value and designing rooms around her clients’ personalities.

Janice McCabe Interior Design has been operating in Los Gatos since 1986. Using only the best materials and subcontractors, she has had a successful design business and enjoys helping her clients with their redecorating and remodeling projects.

Janice McCabe’s design philosophy is to help clients develop their own style through her understanding of color, form, space, light and texture. The client’s personality is always taken into consideration when designing a room. She incorporates pieces from her travels throughout Europe and her client’s travels to add that special quality of interest or “conversation pieces.”

“We believe in long-term design value, which we achieve by selecting quality pieces and through timeless design. We believe in creating beautiful rooms that reflect you, without sacrificing comfort or function,” Janice added.

For more information, visit http://www.janicemccabe-bayarea.com or call 408-426-8708. Offices are located at 344 Village Lane Los Gatos, CA 95030.

About Janice McCabe Interior Design

Janice McCabe based in Los Gatos has more than 25 years of interior design experience with residential and commercial projects. With extensive training and a prolific interior design career, Janice’s unique style has brought her many satisfied high-end clientele throughout the years. Her work speaks for itself and her impressive client portfolio can be seen on her website. She has worked all over the country and has completed projects in Hawaii, Tahoe, Telluride, Lake Tahoe, Arizona and Florida, to just name a few.

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International Academy of Design & Technology Attains CIDA Accreditation for Interior Design Program

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Troy, MI (Vocus) March 18, 2009

The http://www.iadtdetroit.com); [International Academy of Design & Technology-Detroit] (the Academy) has been granted accreditation by the Council of Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) for its Interior Design (Bachelor of Fine Arts) degree program. CIDA is a voluntary accreditation process that ensures students receive an education that will serve them during their time at school and prepare them for future professional growth. Students enrolled in an accredited Interior Design program can be confident that the program meets the quality standards recognized by the profession.

CIDA is an independent, non-profit accrediting organization for interior design education programs at colleges and universities in the United States and Canada. For more than 35 years, this knowledge-driven organization has been passionately committed to the ongoing enrichment of the interior design profession through identifying, developing and promoting quality standards for the education of entry-level interior designers, and then encouraging, accrediting and supporting educational programs to aspire to those standards. The Council engages nearly 200 volunteers, all drawn from interior design practice and education, to carry out its work.

Nearly 200 interior design programs are currently accredited by CIDA, serving an estimated 20,000 students. The Academy joins an elite group of only five other Interior Design programs in Michigan that holds the accreditation status for their Interior Design program. CIDA is recognized as a reliable authority on interior design education by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The CHEA-recognized scope of accreditation is for professional level programs in interior design.

“We are extremely pleased that the review visit last fall by CIDA resulted with accreditation for our Interior Design program,” said Cynthia Bechill, President of the Academy in Troy. “Countless hours of preparation, teaching, and execution went into this endeavor over the past few years and this outcome affirms that our graduates are prepared to enter the interior design profession.”

Interior design is more than creating aesthetically pleasing spaces and addresses the health and safety needs of users within the built environment. This includes acoustics, lighting, traffic flow, circulation, and exiting considerations when designing an interior environment. The interior design process takes in critical considerations such as codes, regulations, and safety requirements while also focusing on environmental sustainability. Interior designers are often sought after for interior projects for their creative problem-solving abilities.

About the Academy

The International Academy of Design & Technology was originally founded in Chicago in 1977. The Troy campus was established in 2003 to help Michigan students develop their skills and abilities needed for success in the fields of design and technology. The career-oriented degree programs provide hands-on training and real-world insights, taught by industry professionals who work in the fields in which they teach. The Academy is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award associate and bachelor degrees. The Academy currently offers degree programs in Interior Design, Graphic Design, Game Production, Fashion Design, and Digital Media.

For more information about the Academy, please visit http://www.iadtdetroit.com or call 888.838.2111.

Media Contact:    

Barbara Marini, FASID / IDEC

Program Chair for Interior Design

International Academy of Design & Technology

248.457.2721

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My Design Secrets Launches Interior Design Tips Website: For “Do It Yourselfers” Wanting Custom Interior Design Ideas Without the Cost of Hiring a Professional Interior Designer

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Without the Cost of Hiring a Professional Interior Designer












PALM BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB) April 15, 2008

    Best of all, mydesignsecrets.com provides valuable free information that would come only from a certified professional interior designer. Visitors to the site can save time and money with a little guidance from Browne and her secret database of online retailers.

“It’s a whole new way for shoppers to research and purchase home furnishings and receive interior design ideas. Besides the hundreds of categorized online retail resources, the website also features professional and practical interior design advice along with my personal product recommendations,” said Browne.

Mydesignsecrets.com will be an extremely useful tool for people that want to research and furnish their homes using online retail resources. Not only does it narrow the search for visitors to the site, but it also gives them access to smaller, specialized companies that are truly “designer secrets”. The site is very user friendly, allowing visitors to get tips and techniques from a Professional Interior Designer while also enabling them to find retailers that sell the perfect item that will complement their home.

Other sections of mydesignsecrets.com include: articles, that are a step by step guide to common home design and interior designer questions; What’s My Style, a guide that allows users to easily recognize their own style; and, My Favorite Things, where Browne selects some of her favorite interior design tips and furnishings that she doesn’t want you to miss.

Browne has served the high-end residential interior designer world for nearly 15 years by creating interior designs that mirror the mood, personality and focus of her clients. Lorrie Browne Interiors (http://www.lb-interiors.com) has a reputation for exceeding client expectations and creating homes where the residents live in comfort and entertain with pride. Educated in finance, Browne earned her MBA and worked as a financial analyst in San Francisco before losing interest in the long hours and tedious work of crunching numbers. She moved to Florida and graduated with her BS in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale (http://www.artinstitutes.edu/fortlauderdale/). Browne is a licensed interior designer in the state of Florida, and a member of The American Society of Interior Designers (http://www.asid.org).

“We have made My Design Secrets a true one stop site for people who are decorating their homes on their own and are looking for interior design tips. It really is a unique, virtual database of online resources that will save our visitors valuable time. We know that once people realize what we have combined here for them, they’ll make http://www.mydesignsecrets.com one of their primary Home Furnishing websites that they visit,” said Browne.

For more information on the new site, visit http://www.mydesignsecrets.com, or call 561-791-8585.

Release Summary:

MyDesignSecrets.com, a do-it-yourself interior designer website, has been launched as a unique way for the public to find products and little-known interior design trade tips and interior design ideas.

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