Markey Design CO. Blog
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Quarantine Refresh Tip #3: Light Colored Curtains
I don’t know about ya’ll, but the walls in my house are starting to close in with this quarantine. Staring out of the windows, looking at nature, is about the only thing keeping me sane. We recently removed the blinds in our living room to open up the views (and also because the kiddos messed them up). Now with curtains alone, it gives us the functional aspect of providing privacy in the evenings and the decorative elements of texture and softness.
Quarantine Refresh Tip #2: Lamps
When I walk into a space, my mood immediately adjusts to the ambiance of my surroundings. The first sensory perception for me is lighting. Used correctly, lighting can be a powerful tool for setting the mood and evoking certain feelings.
Quarantine Refresh Tip #1: Mirrors
Let’s begin our deeper dive into Quarantine Design Refresh Tip #1 — Mirrors. While there are many options when it comes to filling your home’s wall space, mirrors are one of my favorites. With their ability to reflect light and make rooms feel larger, mirrors can work for nearly any room of your home. Yet, there are a number of things you should take into consideration when designing with mirrors.
Quarantine Design Refresh Tips
How long have we been trapped inside our homes? Too long! I have been eyeing every corner of my space and redecorating and redecorating, over and over again, mostly in my mind. I’ve been moving pieces around, trying different ways to style and organize. Basically, I just need to get out so I don’t over-obsess and dive headfirst down a design rabbit hole.
A Sophisticated & Colorful Nursery
When we found out our close friend Katie was expecting her first baby, we were just over the moon! After soaking in the exciting news, we immediately offered to help her with the design of the nursery. It was such a wonderful collaboration working with her on this project and creating a special place for her sweet little girl, Presley.