interiors

Heavy Metal in the Home!

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Well I am not referring to Metallica or ACDC…on the music scene…but rather “Mixed Metals” that have been on-trend for the last few seasons in the home.

In the past many of us would NOT mix metal finishes but would rather find a certain metal like a stainless and adhere to the same finish! Well those days are over and today we can happily say that “Metal Mixing” is in, while “Matching Metals” is out!

Mix those warm and cool metal surfaces allowing a personality of style to shine through your home. Today we are seeing metals mixed with matte black finishes as well which give us an updated industrial sensibility.

Remember it’s all in the mix…supporting your sense of style in the home!

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Bold Colors are Back!

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Bold…Blocking…and Beautiful!

Saturated color for the home is an upbeat option for those who are willing to give it a try!

Years ago bold color was considered “Chaotic” in the home because it was considered “Avonguard” and “Artsy”…but by today’s standards many of us love self expression and are drawn to what is different, especially because color is so personal and can define your style!!

A great way to introduce color into the home is by a few defining accent pieces that will give any space a bit of color personality!

Check out my current “color finds” from Maison & Objet in Paris and enjoy adding some color into your life!

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Posting from Paris

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Off to Maison & Objet, the largest and most aspirational home product show in the world. Designers, as well as creative manufacturers gather to show their latest and greatest products for the home.
Most trade shows feel endless and overwhelming but I can promise there is No Chaos here…just color and creativity.
I will be posting on colorchaosand creativity all weekend with lots of updates from Paris AND you can follow me on Instagram @nancy_fire @hgtv @hgtvhome

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