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10 New Year’s Home Resolutions You Should Make

As the year 2020 comes to an end many of us are looking to 2021 as a fresh start, and what better time than now Is there to set some New Year’s resolutions to keep us on track!   When it comes to resolutions personal goals are always a top priority but making resolutions for our homes can be just as important for our overall health.   From renovating to reorganizing we recommend adding a New Year’s home resolution to your list, below are a list of some ideas…

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Home Office Design Tips and Inspiration 

Odds are you have found yourself working from home over the last several months, and for many this will become the new normal. In the past, working from home was considered a treat to most, however, after it became a full-time arrangement many of us discovered our home offices are lacking in design making it hard to find the motivation to get to work.   Whether you have an entire room or just a tiny corner it is crucial your workspace is attractive, inviting, and emphasizes a focus on optimizing productivity. If you…

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SRS Design’s Frequently Asked Questions

In this blog post we are tackling some of the questions our clients have for us, check them out below! Hiring an interior designer: How does it work? We invite you to let us come in and redesign your home, whether it is one or the entire home. Maybe it’s one piece of furniture that becomes the focal point. Maybe it’s new window coverings or refreshed walls with a splash of pillow art! We want…

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8 Ways to Refresh Your Home Without Remodeling!

8 Ways to Refresh Your Home Without Remodeling!   As we are spending more time at home, you may find yourself wanting to update and make changes to your living space more than ever. However, investing in a total home renovation might not be the best solution now. Fortunately, there are other ways to give your home a fresh new look without the messy overhaul or huge expense of remodeling. Below we have put together 8 simple ways to refresh and revive your…

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Our Favorite Picks: Window Treatment Edition

When it comes to designing a new space, window treatments are an important element to consider. However, settling on a window treatment style can be tough. With so many things to take into consideration, navigating the endless options can be a daunting task, especially to an untrained eye. Below we have rounded up a few of our favorite options, to help make your selection process easier!   Woven Woods         This time of year…

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Quick Guide: Accent Chairs

Choosing an accent chair for the living room or bedroom can be daunting. Meant for something more than functionality, the accent chair provides an extra pop of color and a striking silhouette. Looking for a large, classic, eye-catching chair? Go for the Wingback. Ideally placed next to a sofa, the wingback chair can give the room a sense of balance in scale. Lacking space? The Slipper could be perfect as it is armless and has...
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Mudroom Inspiration

Spring has sprung! Days are warmer, the trees are just beginning to blossom, and April showers are on the way. The mudroom is sure to get a lot of use during spring time, allowing the rest of your house to look clean and de-cluttered from shoes, rain jackets, and more. Just because the mudroom is a place for storing outdoor essentials, does not mean it can’t be stylish! From modern styles to farmhouse elements, the...
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Window Inspiration

When it comes to window treatments for your home, we know there is a lot to consider. Not only is it important to complete the overall look for a room, but there are key factors to consider, such as energy efficiency, lighting control, and privacy. With so many options to choose from, where do you start? Depending on your style and budget, you could go from wooden blinds, to roman shades, or beautiful curtains to...
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New Year, New Colors

Interior design experts have revealed the color trends that will cover walls in 2019. From deep reds to hazy blues, there are a variety of colors coming this New Year that can make an impact in your home. Forest greens will bring a sense of nature in the home, while statement pieces of bold yellow will create optimism. Electric tones of lime greens and citrus orange will bring a playful vibe to spaces. For a...
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Quick Guide: The Kitchen

The holidays are approaching, and you know what that means: family, friends and FOOD! The kitchen is the center of your holidays every year, and we want to give you a quick guide to creating your dream space! An open layout creates an inviting area for your guests to enter the kitchen, while single-level islands keep them there. Hardwood floors are a great investment that will be stylish for years to come, and can unite...
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Open Floor Plan Decorating Ideas

Transitioning between a kitchen and family room can be tricky. Here's some things to think about.  Depending on the size of your living area, oversided details will help fill space. Tall walls need large art or wall deco objects such as mirrors.  Metallic, wood or stone accents can offer warmth, depth and personality all in one.  Window coverings offer simple, yet comforting and efficent alternatives that won't take up space. Furniture accent pieces can completely change...
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Interior Fundamental Principles of Design

Balance, proximity, alignment, repetition, contrast and space are fundamental principles of design.  According to j6design, “These elements and principles of design are the building blocks. The elements of design are the things that make up a design. The Principles of design are what we do to those elements. How we apply the principles of design determines how successful the design is.”  We take these fundamental principles and apply this to the interior design of each home or room. If you aren’t knowledgeable on…

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