May 6, 2012
By annadonahue
I just went to anthropologie in Grand Rapids, Michigan and found out about their interior design accounts. They have a great set up for interior decorators and will work with you to give you 15% off of any interior decorating merchandise. You just need to sign up with them and give them your…
April 2, 2012
By annadonahue
Do you know what the color of the year is? Pantone has set the mark for new color trends and the interior design market is loving it! Pantone gets the credit for being the authority on new color trends throughout the design industry. I always thought Pantone was only for printing ink because I…
January 19, 2012
By annadonahue
Almost every room has windows and your job will include the design of window decorations called window treatments. That's all of the stuff that goes on or around windows like shades, shutters, blinds, valances and draperies. There's a lot to learn about all the options and there's a lot of different styles. Here's a resource…
January 11, 2012
By annadonahue
Ever wonder what a coffered ceiling or a chiffarobe is? Do you want to master these designer terms? Here's how to find the answers to your interior design questions without going to college. There's lots of resources available and I'll give you my favorite 3 for finding interior design definitions quick. The best part…
December 14, 2011
By annadonahue
What does an interior designer need to know to become a professional? A LOT! Here’s the short-list but promise not to get discouraged! Read on for some great news direct from my desk to yours. Some of the things an interior designer needs to know are color theory, drafting and architectural language,…
December 5, 2011
By annadonahue
What does it take to become an interior designer? Did you know that you can do it without a degree? Here's the basics for starting an interior design business with 7 simple steps. But there's more and I will give you all the elements that make up a successful interior design company as I write about…