WHAT’S A GREAT Design Tip?

Layer In Interest In An Etagere

BY LAUREN MACNAK, IBB DESIGNER lauren@ibbdesign.com @laurenmacdesigner on Instagram

Looking for the perfect way to add some interest and personality to your space? A well styled etagere or bookshelf might be just the ticket. Layering in art, books, and nostalgia in one place allows your eye to explore and allows you a chance to showcase both things you love and things that represent your interests. Always remember that when styling a shelf, balance is key!

Top Off With An Outdoor Rug

BY LINDSAY STEUDTNER, IBB SENIOR DESIGNER lindsay@ibbdesign.com

This summer, consider adding a rug to your outdoor living spaces. A rug makes a great foundation for a space, even on top of your beautiful decking or pavers. Adding the extra layer helps define your space, create visual interest, and bring in color and coziness. An outdoor rug will usher in the comforts of indoors to your outdoor space!

Decorate Your Playroom

When decorating a playroom, people tend to overthink things or feel like they need to tie it in with the rest of their house. In reality, it can be a fun statement where kids can fully express themselves! Don’t be afraid of bold pattern wallpapers, carpets, and drapes. The more patterns, the more sins it hides! Also use the kids’ original artwork to hang on the wall. Gallery walls are an easy way to constantly add new art! Research shows that when kids are able to show self-expression, it helps create a firm foundation for their imagination and critical thinking!

BY BRONSON BERRYMAN, IBB ASSOCIATE DESIGNER bronson@ibbdesign.com @bronson_berryman on Instagram

Appease Everyone With A Fandelier

BY ERIN LETRY, IBB DESIGN COORDINATOR erin@ibbdesign.com @letryee on Instagram

One of the biggest decisions we see for couples, especially in the South, is whether to put a chandelier or a ceiling fan in a room. Fandeliers are slowly starting to appear at lighting markets to help appease both sides. Smaller scale fans are encased within a chandelier to allow for a beautiful view while still providing airflow.