8LF | THURSDAY , JUNE 3 , 2021 | THE RECORD
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INTERIOR DESIGN ❚ HOME IMPROVEMENT
Give your front porch a refresh
The most inspiring season is here bringing longer days and hopefully welcoming guests into our homes once again . We have seen many in-home and backyard transformations over the course of the pandemic and we wantedtoshare some tips how to bringspring to your front door . Anyone with even the tightest budget can make their home ’ s entrance refreshed with spring in mind .
1 . Begin with ridding your porch of winter décor . Sweep those dead leaves , clean light fixtures and glass , consider afresh coat of paint on your front door to start off with aclean slate .
2 . Depending onthe amount of maintenance you are comfortable with , bring in color and greenery using either real or faux . These biophilic materials will add awarm and inviting element to your entryway . They can be displayed in planters , hanging baskets , wreaths and window boxes .
3 . Think about seasonal colors that will complement your home and blow up your curb appeal .
4 . Bring in additional enhancements by using a plank welcome sign , lanterns , wood crates , a decorative house number or doorbell and alayered look with arug and doormat .
5 . Lastly , keep it bright and simple and let the colors of the flowersand greenery be the focal point of the overall design in your spring decor .
Written by Sarah Messineo , Allied ASID , and Judy Miller , Allied ASID , of M2Designs .
Bring nature ’ s beauty into your home
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It ’ s no secret that nature has the power to inspire , invigorate , restore and refresh . Research shows that nature can offer mental health benefits including decreasing stress and relieving anxiety . In fact , incorporating elements of nature into the home has been proven to improve happiness and well-being . Following are five ways to invite the beauty and benefits of the outdoors into your home .
GET IN TOUCH WITH NATURE According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association , 40 % of people want a connection to nature in their kitchen . One way to achieve this is by choosing nature-inspired materials for focal areas like countertops , cabinets and kitchen islands . Wilsonart Home offers beautiful , on-trend options for virtually every surface in the home with performance features and price points to suit any lifestyle and budget . The collection includes environmentally sustainable materials such as High Pressure Laminates , seamless Solid Surface choices and non-porous engineered Quartz in designs that mimic the best of Mother Nature without impacting the environment .
CALM WITH COLOR
Whether used as aroom ’ s canvas or apop of color on an accent wall , paint is an easy and affordable way to evoke nature ’ s beauty in the home . In fact , decorating with paint colors inspired by nature can bring asense of calm and serenity to any livingspace . Dark blue hues reminiscent of water and the sky are trending , along with lush greens that infuse spaces with the fresh essence of grass and foliage , and nature ’ s neutrals like tans and beiges that express earthiness .
LET TEXTILES TAKE YOU AWAY
Natural fabrics and fibers are a great way to keep things , well , natural . Add ajute rug or chunky knitted wool throw to your space . When picking a fabric / fiber , make sure to choose earthy tones inspired by nature . The Wilsonart HPL Textiles collection is another unique way to incorporate textiles that connect indoor spaces with the great outdoors . It offers a unique line of woven , nubby and printed textile designs that can bring an unexpected touch of nature to any surface or corner of the home , from kitchens to closets .
ADD WARMTH WITH WOOD LOOKS
The timeless look of wood is making a return to kitchens and baths but with a modern flair for a new generation . Think velvety , warm woodgrain looks gorgeously showcased in flat front doors with minimalist hardware . The Wilsonart Traceless collection is an affordable way to update kitchen and bath cabinetry with sophisticated woodgrain designs available in panel door styles with matching edgeband . The collection also features innovative fingerprint-resistant technology that eliminates smears , smudges and streaks , delivering low-maintenance luxury .
BRING THE OUTDOORS IN WITH NATURAL ACCENTS
Nature itself offers an endless array of accessories that can be incorporated into a home ’ s design aesthetic . Beyond the obvious addition of plants and flowers , consider creatively displaying rocks or shells collected from travels . Fill apothecary jars with sand from different beaches to add balance and harmony to a room . Or , mount pieces of unique tree branches on a wall as an artistic focal point . With nature , the possibilities are truly limitless . ( Brandpoint )
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