MAKE An entrance!

BY KAY LEWIS, IBB DESIGNER kay@ibbdesign.com | @mkaylewis on Instagram

As the old saying goes, “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression.”

That’s exactly what the landscaping and your front door are for your home: the first impression for the grand entrance!

As the old-world design style has slowly expired, many clients are changing styles and finishes on the front door to add to the curb appeal, as well as for the excellent performance.

Glass inserts, sidelights, and transoms are some of the customizable door selections available. Whether you want the security of a heavy-duty steel door or an energy efficient wood or fiberglass door, certainly having a clean, fresh, straight-line look will set the stage for your amazing new first impression!

Let’s be honest, kids’ rooms are the most fun to decorate! You can let your inner child run free and be creative in a way you wouldn’t necessarily in the rest of your home. Of course, there is always that balance of compromise –incorporating your ideas with the ones of your little one. Here are a few tips to make it a space that is beautiful, functional, and most important, one your child will love.

Paint

A common mistake is to use your child’s literal favorite color. Painting a wall bright Barbie pink or Superhero green may be their choice, but tone down the shade. Bright colors instigate activity and can make it hard for kids to wind down and relax – the main purpose of the bedroom! Children are highly emotional, and their space will directly affect them. For example, too much red can cause the inability to focus, while yellow energizes and excites, making it