Memorial Day

This weekend is memorial weekend, which is usually spent relaxing with families and barbequing in the outdoors.  For those of us who will be spending time with friends and families in the backyard I have some wonderful ways to decorate your dinner table while celebrating Memorial Day.  One great way to decorate your outdoor dinner table is to make DIY pom poms that your can use as a into jars, cakes, or cupcakes.  Using bamboo and ribbon this instantly adds fun patriotic flare to the table.  A fun candy centerpiece is another great way to glam up your outdoor décor.  Using candy, a square of cellophane, twisty ties and skewers you instantly have an edible and incredible candy centerpiece that will be a unique focal point.  Lastly you can create your own star glasses and also use them as party favors for your guests.  Using a template and paint you can easily transform any glass or plastic cup into a memorable gift.  

EBONY MAGAZINE

I am so honored to have been able to give my input on the subject of MAN CAVES in the June issue of Ebony Magazine.  Starting on page 118 I talk a little bit about what are some necessary accessories and furniture and also some rules that you need to create your very own man cave.  Be sure and pick up the June issue of EBONY in stores now.  ENJOY!!!!

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Spacious Sectionals

Some many times room layouts do not work because of the obstructed traffic flow and lack of seating.  To fix this problem some of our favorite "to the trade" companies have come up with a wonderful solution.  THE SECTIONAL!  The sectional is a wonderful way to add more seating in smaller interior and incorporate a good traffic flow.  Also a good hint is instead of using a coffee table try and opt for using an ottoman in replace of that to allow more seating.  Sectionals come in all different shapes, sizes, colors, and styles.  Believe me there is one for everyone.  Here are some that intrigue me.

CPD featured in LONNY ONLINE MAGAZINE

I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful Monday Morning!  Check out the great write up on unique places to shop on Magazine Street!  We are so honored that CHET POURCIAU DESIGN was featured.

http://lonnymag.com/issues/28-may-june-2011-issue/pages/1#p31

Mixing Patterns Successfully

            Patterned sofas, pillows, rugs, and curtains are always fun and can be the inspiration behind an interior room design but the question is how do you mix patterns successfully?  Well I have some wonderful tips on how to multiple different patterns together in a room.  First try and start with a solid wall color.  It is always easier to work with a solid color because that way the patterns are not overwhelming in the room.  Also you never want things to be too matchy matchy such as having the same pattern of wallpaper on the sofa and the 2 side chairs.  Make sure you play with the scale of the patterns. Use a larger pattern on a sofa and use layer the sofa with pillows that incorporate a smaller pattern.  It is all about layering upon layering.  You want to make sure that the patterns don’t get visually lost in one another.  Using different scales of pattern creates movement in the room as well as balance.  An easy way to add smaller patterns is in throw pillows and seat cushions on chairs.  Save the larger and bolder patterns for sofas and rugs.  Try and keep all of your patterns in the same color intensity.  If you are using bold colors then stick with other patterns that use bold colors.  Personally I would not use bold colors and pastels together.  You want your room to flow.

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