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©Elle M Photography  Very few people have what is called, “the eye”.  They are skilled in many things, but putting a room together or doing a remodel takes a professional. It’s not just adding one piece. It’s fitting many elements together so the result is a balanced, attractive and useful. Decorating is about form, color, balance, measurements and a lot of shopping for materials. Wrong decisions are expensive. When you work with an interior designer you have someone who can affirm your decisions or help you with new approaches and ideas. Designers save you money. Working with an interior designer can be costly. It is also an intimate process. You are sharing your lifestyle with a stranger. You may work together for months or years. It’s important to find the right collaboration. Just because you found a magazine cover you want to duplicate doesn’t mean it is right for your home. It is important you trust and LIKE your designer. Be clear about your bud...

©Elle M Photography Du interiors design You may not believe this, but I shop for pillows more often than I shop for clothes. I restyle our home by switching pillows around or adding new ones at least once a week! Why? Because a good pillow renews a  room with the perspective of a contemporary artist. It's instant gratification when pulled together. Here are our suggestions: Pick a color palette. One you have chosen a favorite color, the good look begins. Be sure your purchases fit that palette and create a visual celebration, marrying deep and light tones. This is a crucial first step. https://www.houzz.com/projects/1379177/oregon-home-2015 ©Jason Kaplan Vary pillow sizes. We recommend large square, medium and smaller rectangles in varying sizes, then layer fabrics and colors for a one-of-a kind creation.  ©Elle M Photography Du interiors design Note: If you are mixing solids choose a variety  of textures with interesting det...

A good pillow-restyling can completely refresh and renew your space. It takes just a few minutes, but your space will instantly feel pulled together, prettier and fresh. Just in case you want to take all the thought/work out of your weekend, here are 10 Du interiors pillow combinations that we think look pretty darn great together. Styling-tip from Du interiors

Murdoch Collections  ©du interiors fall 2017 In Oregon we have a lovely, colorful fall but we do not give up on summer easily.  FALL starts off with a feeling of optimism with the dazzling colors of changing leaves and a touch of chill in the air. It’s also a season of change as we prepare ourselves for the holidays. It’s time for candlelight and lighted fireplaces and coming home to a warm, welcoming nest. ©Elle M Photography Du interiors design It’s time to pay closer attention to what styles, colors and textures attract your attention. When you know what you like, it is easier to make the choices that result in a home that feels like you and your family. Choosing things for your home is more difficult than you think. It’s like being in a dressing room at a store trying to decide on a bathing suit!  What I recommend is avoiding impulse decisions because taking more time to make choices results in saving money and enjoying what you choose for the lo...