Sunday, February 20, 2011

Introducing: Red Chandelier

Spring is knocking at our doors and it's time to re-think our interior and exterior spaces. With warm weather comes parties, events, and get-togethers with new friends, old friends, family and neighbors. Is your home ready?



If you said 'No', take the express route with Red Chandelier! Give your home a quick and painless lift with our accelerated design service.

All we need is one day in your space with your stuff and our style. Seems easy, right? Let our talented design team come to you!

Here are a few before and after photos of a client's home where Red Chandelier was the perfect service for this family.


In order to add a dramatic effect we grouped different pieces together on the wall. As you can see in this picture below there was only one piece on this large wall originally. When you have a large space to fill hang multiple pieces instead of just one.





We changed the window treatment to simple drapery panels to accent the height and give this room a real focal point.



The painted stripes really dressed up this small space and gave it a look all on its own.




We will tailor our services to your needs: we can choose new paint colors and accents, select window treatments, lighting, and flooring, or completely re-arrange your furniture and add to your style. Whatever it may be, you can be sure it will feel like your home, only better!

Tune in to Channel 28 on Tuesday morning at 7am to see a live room makeover done by the Crimson Design Team.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Inspired by gratitude and nature


I recently had the honor of working with Lee Ann, Daryl and their boys. As in all of our projects, our inspiration comes from finding out what inspires the household and in turn reflecting that in the final design.

This world class traveling family has found inspiration in travel and nature. It was important to find the right space for these majestic pieces of inspiration. They have traveled the world in search for just the right one. With great care, these animals were given the best seats in the house. For Lee Ann and Daryl the animals are a reminder of God's faithfulness and His many blessing they have experienced in their lives.

When you enter this home, you truly encounter the gift of hospitality. There is a peace and comfort that radiates to everyone that enters. Once you step in, you never want to leave. I was ready to move in. You really want to know more about the people that live in this house and know the stories behind each room.

About a stones throw from the home sits their charming B&B, called the Miller Haus. It rests on a beautiful hill that looks over some of Ohio's lush countryside. Lee Ann's gift of hospitality spills over into your experience when staying there. So all you city-slickers, take a day or two out of the city to come to the country. You will not be disappointed. It's so peaceful. The food is delicious and is truly comfort food at its finest. After all, isn't it nice to have a completely different pace in life? Even if it's for one or two days, we can all use the time to reflect about what is important in life. Thank you Lee Ann and family for being a true inspiration.

Before of Living room



Work in progress for living room












Adding wall paper to the back of the bookcases and over the mantle really

give a focal point and add a sophistication to the room.






The red on the wall really has a nice romantic glow at night.

Before of kitchen

After






























Wednesday, February 9, 2011

What's HAUTE for 2011

Renowned color authority Pantone has once again come up with a fantastic 'color of the year.' Honeysuckle has been named the IT color for 2011! This warm corally-pink tone has been seen everywhere from fashion to food, interiors to electronics, menswear to make-up. Just in time for Valentine's Day!

Lucky for us, this color looks fabulous on everyone and everything - including your home! Spice things up easily with a new pillow, throw, or splash of paint.

.british vogue.

Or go crazy and let it take over a small space.. like this closet! If only I would step into this every morning, I would be in love....

.Jonathan Adler -

Check out our favorite finds for this year.




.elle decor.

.elle decor.

.french interior.

.southern accents.

Sony cybershot camera, Apple iPhone cover, Swarovski crystal ring, Dior holiday lip palette, Chanel nail polish, Jemma Wynne watermelon tourmaline diamond earrings, Michael Kors watch, victorias secret 2 pocket fitted camp shirt, Ralph Lauren pink pony ricky 33 bag, Etsy fau2u floral clutch, victorias secret rouched cowlneck dress, Michael Kors Medina aviators, Anthropologie shower curtain, elle decor image, retro patchwork etsy pillow cover, Designers Guild pavillion blosson table linen, Etsy Printyourparty damask chocolate wrappers, Sugardaddy's gift bags, elle decor honeysuckle candlesticks image, Southern Accents living room image, 'Rooms to Inspire in the Country' book image, french interior image, On Paper thank you cards, Tagsmith leather luggage tag Etsy, Abercrombie mens Bushnell Tugger swim trunks
Happy Shopping





















































































Winter Blues

If you're like us here at Crimson, you're ready for sunshine, peep toe pumps, and warm weather. Here's to hoping that groundhog was right - spring can't come soon enough! Today was really a tease for spring and will it stay for awhile.....?


Well, unfortunately, we can't offer you warmth and sunshine, but we can give you a little dose of inspirational spaces to warm your heart and mind for the time being.

elle decor / vintage chic

elle decor

elle decor

Whether it's a room overflowing with blue, or punches of purple scattered about, you're guaranteed to create a fresh feel to your space with this cool, crisp palette just in time for spring.

coastal living

little crown interiors

country living

elle decor

elle decor

Move over winter blues (or should we say 'blaahhs').. robin's egg blue anyone?

apartment therapy

elle decor