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Creative Storage Solutions for Every Room in Your House

by Chris Knauer· March 16, 2023· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, DIY, Hallways/Entryways, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: baking sheet storage, bath storage, Bedroom Storage, bench storage, buffet table, bunk bed storage, casserole dish storage, china cabinet, coffee table storage, console table, cutting board storage, declutter your entry, desk organizers, desk storage, dining room cabinetry, Dining Room Storage, drying racks, entry bench, entry hooks, entry shelving, file cabinets, furniture with storage, home office storage, How to style a shelf, hutch, ironing board storage, Kitchen Storage, kitchen storage solutions, knife storage, laundry room storage, living room storage, medicine cabinet storage, mixing bowl storage, mudroom storage, multi-functional furniture, open bathroom shelves, open shelving storage, organized spaces, pantry storage, pot and pan storage, printer storage, spice racks, spice storage, stairway storage, storage beds, Storage Solutions, storing countertop appliances, trunk, tupperware storage, vanity storage, wall cabinetry, wall storage, window seat with storage
Everyone wants a beautiful, organized home. So, when it comes to design, storage and functionality need to be a top priority. Afterall, homes are meant to be lived in. That means accounting for clothes, shoes, winter coats, books, paperwork and files, countertop appliances, toys and the “stuff” we surround ourselves with every day. (1) Without an organization strategy, the best design vision can fall victim to clutter and disorder. Keeping an organized home allows the interior design to look and function at its best! (1) The Talie Jane Interiors team has put together some creative storage solutions for key areas that tend to gather clutter. Which ideas work best for you? Entry One of the most clutter-prone areas in the house is the entry. Shoes, coats, hats, gloves, scarves, dog leashes, it all finds a home here. But it doesn’t have to be messy or disorganized. In fact, it should be a pristine space to welcome guests and showcase the beauty of your home. Try some of these ideas: Living Room There are so many ways to add storage to a living room or family room. One of my favorite and easiest solutions? Incorporate multi-functional furniture that doubles as storage […]
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How to Select the Perfect Area Rug

by Chris Knauer· February 20, 2023· in Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, Furniture & Fixtures, Hallways/Entryways, Home Decor, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices, Outdoor Spaces, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: animal hide rug, bedroom rugs, choosing an area rug, cotton rugs, dining room rugs, entry rugs, felt rug pad, how to clean a cotton rug, how to clean a cowhide rug, how to clean a jute rug, how to clean a polyester rug, how to clean a silk rug, how to clean a sisal rug, how to clean a synthetic rug, how to clean a wool rug, how to get the right size rug, how to layer rugs, How to select the perfect area rug, jute rugs, kitchen runners, living room rugs, memory foam rug pad, natural rubber rug pad, polyester rugs, rug care, rug layering, rug maintenance, rug materials, rug pads, Rug Placement, rug sizes, silk rugs, sisal rugs, synthetic rugs, wood rugs
Area rugs in our homes are like shoes to a well-put-together outfit. You wouldn’t go to the trouble of selecting your best outfit for a night out and then go barefoot. It’s the same principle with rugs. Shoes complete an outfit and, in some instances, will actually outshine what you’re wearing, if you want them to that is. It’s the same with rugs. They can be a game changer on how a room looks and feels.  Rugs can either sit in harmony with your room, or they can make a statement by adding an element of surprise, and I for one, love surprises! (1) Rugs create a visual pathway, add warmth and character, enable texture, color and dimension, enable room flow, provide sound absorption, define a space, connect a space, tie a design together and even act as wall art. Ultimately, they provide comfort. Since area rugs play such an important role in design, it’s critical to select the right rug for your space. With the need to consider size, material, and functionality, it’s hard to know where to start. We’ve tackled some of the hard questions for you below. Rug Materials, Care & Maintenance (2) One of the most […]
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This is Where the Magic Happens: The Las Vegas Market

by Chris Knauer· February 06, 2023· in Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: 1970s aesthetic, 60's design, 70's design, channel tufted chairs, channel tufted settees, channel tufted sofas, channel tufting, forest green decor, forest green furnishings, gold accents, gold finishes, Interior Design trends 2023, knife edge upholstery, Las Vegas Market, mustard furnishings, natural wood, natural wood in interior design, natural wood in interiors, rust colored furnishings, rust decor, textured boucle, textured boucle bed, textured boucle blanket, textured boucle chair, textured boucle in interior design, textured boucle sofa, throwback design, vintage design, World Market Center
Another exciting and productive visit to the annual Las Vegas Market…the nation’s most comprehensive residential design, construction and furnishing sourcing with expanded and reimagined furniture, décor and some 40+ evens at the World Market Center. As always, we maximized our time to see all of the exciting, new pieces and trends. There were six trends that I found to be extremely prevalent and consistent from showroom to showroom. Trend #1: Knife Edge Upholstery A knife edge is a seam without a decorative finish. Typically, it tapers to sharp, crisp edges and corners, creating a very simple, clean, polished look. However, this year, the edge remains loose leaving a casual and unpolished look. Trend #2: Forrest Green, Rust, Mustard & Gold The popular deep greens, rusts, mustards and golds are a nod to the throwback style of the 60’s and 70’s. Unlike the neutrals, warm whites, and soft hues of the last five years or so, this is a radical departure from what has defined home décor previously. Check out trend #4 for more on the resurgence in popularity of the throwback aesthetic. Trend #3: Natural Wood Right now, natural wood tones are making a comeback for many compelling reasons. We’re […]
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Window Treatments: LuXout Shades

by Chris Knauer· January 24, 2023· in Home Decor· 0 comments tags: blackout window treatments, decorative roller shades, designer roller shades, double roller shade, glare control window treatment, headboxes, inside mount shade, light filtering blinds, low maintenance window shade, lux roller shades, LuXout shades, motorized window blinds, motorized window treatments, open fascia, outside mount shade, remote control window treatment, reverse roll shade, roman shades, slimline dual shades, solar roller shades, solar shades, square fascia, standard roll shade, window treatments
Talie Jane Interiors is proud to announce our collaborative partnership with a new (to us) vendor, LuXout Shades, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. LuXout started its business in 1948 making stage curtains and evolved into making window treatments for the trade in 1982. LuXout Shades offers: LuXout Shades has several design styles for all aesthetics: Decorative Roller Shades – Designer and Lux Shade Designer Roller shades are comprised of a single piece of fabric that rolls up around a cassette/headbox installed at the top of a window. LuXout offers three types of headboxes: Open Fascia, Square Fascia, and Pocket. Roller shades can easily be made for any window size, allow for any amount of light filtration, are very low maintenance and lean a bit more contemporary in design. They can be inside or outside mounted (installed inside or outside of the window frame) and have a standard or reverse roll. LuXout offers metallic and colored headboxes and bottom bars, decorative scallops, braids, pulls, poles and eyelets to personalize your choice and coordinate with your interior design scheme. Lux Roller Shades are a more upscale shade with metal or polymer components and covers in a variety of finishes. There are more options […]
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Interior Design Trends – 2023: What You Need to Know

by Chris Knauer· December 08, 2022· in Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: architectural lighting, Art Deco Design, Art deco interior design, colorful kitchen cabinet, curved arches, curved furniture, design for your well-being, design with blue, design with calming blues, Design with cool gray, design with green, design with neutrals, design with peach-pink, design with warm gray, display a collection, dome-style lamps, emphasis on wellness, Granite Countertops, hidden butler's pantry, LED lighting, meaningful objects, mid-century modern, monochromatic design, mood lighting, natural wood kitchen cabinet, neutral color palette, neutral design, non-traditional living room layout, nterior Design trends 2023, painted kitchen cabinet, quartz countertops, Quartzite Countertop, recessed kitchen lighting, secret butler's pantry, self-care in design, simplifying design, statement light fixtures, traditional living room layout, undercounter refrigerator in bathroom, undercounter refrigerator in home spa, undercounter refrigerator in master bedroom, upcycle, Upcycling, Victorian design, Vintage, warm design, What's in 2023, What's out 2023, white subway tile
Post-Covid life trends are shifting but what does this mean? In short, increasingly people are moving away from the city to regional/rural areas, many are now working from home permanently.  This has caused a desire to get back to nature, reduce stress level and encourage a positive mindset. This shift has affected interior design; we are seeing a shift away from the “show-home” style in favor of a less-manufactured aesthetic. 2023 will be all about increasing convenience, comfort, and personal style. Check out some of our favorite interior design predictions for next year. What’s In? Throwbacks The return or Art Deco – Try curved furniture pieces and dome-style lamps, curved arches, geometric designs in lighting and wallpaper. Continuing the love for Mid Century Modern – Use period piece furnishings or accessories to blend the design of the existing space with new taste preferences. Incorporating Vintage / Victorian styles – Incorporate vintage pieces or newly constructed pieces, with the shapes and elements of period pieces. LED Lighting It’s cost effective, produces less heat and provides the flexibility to get creative with architectural and mood lighting. So, it’s not a surprise that it’s expected to make its mark across all interior design spaces […]
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Tis The Season To Warm By The Fire

by Chris Knauer· November 27, 2022· in Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, DIY, Furniture & Fixtures, Home Decor, Living/Family Rooms, Outdoor Spaces· 0 comments tags: b-vent, Choose the right fireplace, cons of a freestanding stove, cons of a gas fireplace, cons of a wood burning fireplace, cons of an electric fireplace, cons of an ethanol fireplace, cons of an outdoor fireplace, cost of a freestanding stove, cost of a gas fireplace, cost of a wood burning fireplace, cost of an ethanol fireplace, direct vent, electric fireplace, ethanol fireplace, Fireplaces, flue firebox, freestanding stove, gas fireplace, hearth, how an ethanol fireplace works, how to install a gas fireplace, how to install an electric fireplace, how to pick the right fireplace, installing a freestanding stove, installing an outdoor fireplace, natural vent, open masonry fireplace, outdoor fireplaces, prefab fireplace, pros of a freestanding stove, pros of a gas fireplace, pros of a wood burning fireplace, Pros of an electric fireplace, pros of an ethanol fireplace, pros of an outdoor fireplace, ventless, wood burning fireplaces, wood fireplace insert, wood stove
It’s fireplace season! Time to enjoy a steaming cup of hot chocolate or glass of mulled wine while curled up next to a cracking, roaring fire. Sounds delightful! Not only do fireplaces add warmth and comfort, they also create a dramatic focal point in any room, provide the perfect backdrop for entertaining and add value to your home. But with so many options to choose from, selecting the right one can be overwhelming. Read on to learn about the types of fireplaces and the pros and cons of each so you can find the one that’s right for you. Wood Burning Fireplace Essentially, a standard wood-burning fireplace comprises these elements: Hearth (floor in front of the fireplace), Firebox (where the wood burns), Damper (the lever that opens and closes the flue) and the Smoke chamber and flue (where the smoke is drawn up and out). There are three types of wood burning fireplaces: How it Functions Before lighting a fire, the damper is opened to allow smoke and combustion gases to escape. Once the fire is lit, the extremely hot combustion gases begin to rise up the chimney by convection. At the same time, the fire is drawing air from […]
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Your Guiding Light

by Chris Knauer· October 30, 2022· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, DIY, Furniture & Fixtures, Hallways/Entryways, Home Decor, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: 3000 kelvin, accent lighting, ambient lighting, architectural lighting, bathroom lighting, bathroom pendant, bathroom sconce, bedroom chandelier, bedroom fireplace, bedroom lighting, cabinetry lighting, chandeliers, dimmable lighting, floating vanity light, floor lamps, garage lighting, how to create lighting layers, how to light a bathroom, how to light a dining room, how to light a room, how to light the bedroom, how to light the family room, how to light the great room, how to light the kitchen, how to light the living room, how to select a dining room chandelier, how to select lighting, kitchen island lighting, kitchen island pendants, kitchen lighting, kitchen pendants, Le Corbusier, LED blubs, LED light strips, lighted bathroom mirror, lighted shelves, lighted shelving, natural light, pendant lights, spa like bathroom, table lamps, task lighting
“The history of architecture is the history of the struggle for light.” Le Corbusier – Architect Think about the difference between getting your photo taken in at your local DMV under harsh fluorescent lighting, versus your picture at a sexy, low-lit restaurant. Good lighting is truly everything, but it is oftentimes an afterthought when designing a room. Whether it’s a bright task lamp on your desk to help you stay productive or a sconce by your bedside for cozy late-night reading, lighting is one of the most powerful tools for creating a specific mood. Bringing lighting decisions to the forefront of the design can make all the difference, and we’ll show you how. Layer the Light Lighting, like any great interior design element, should be layered to create contrast. A mix of accent, ambient, natural, and task lighting in the home provides a nice balance of light and dark that grants each room richness and depth: Accent lighting – supplementary light that illuminates dark corners or small spaces. A can light placed above a shower enclosure is one example. Ambient lighting – the general overall light that illuminates the entire space, such as a chandelier in the center of a […]
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Know Your Sh*t!

by Chris Knauer· September 19, 2022· in Bathrooms, Furniture & Fixtures, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: back-to-wall toilet, bidet, comfort height toilet, double cyclone toilet, dual flush toilet, gravity flush toilet, high-tank toilet, japanese toilet, kohler toilet, one-piece toilet, pressure assist toilet, residential urinal, standard height toilet, toilet heights, toilet styles, toilets, tornado flush toilet, toto toilet, two-piece toilet, up flush, urinals, wall-hung toilet
John. Loo. Can. Commode. Potty. Prive. Pissoir. Oval Office. Porcelain Throne. WC. Reading Room. Crapper. Head. Shi*ter… The Toilet! Toilets are the most functional fixtures in a bathroom, but there are many different design options available. Heights and water flow vary, as well as basic shapes and outlines to suit different style preferences and space limitations. So, let’s learn more about this famous seat and how to best incorporate the right one into your “cloakroom.” (1) Stylish Stools (2) Toilets, believe it or not, can enhance the style of your bathroom. A toilet can add to the vintage charm you’re seeking, keep it sleek and modern, or stay in line with a good ole traditional bathroom aesthetic. Check out the different types of toilets. Two-Piece Toilets (Close-Coupled) Two-piece toilets are the standard. A two-piece consists of the toilet bowl and tank. The two pieces are secured with bolts and a gasket that seals the passage of water from the tank to the bowl. Most affordable Incredibly durable – longer life span More design options to choose from One-Piece Toilets One-piece toilets are a bit more expensive than the standard two-piece toilets but the benefits and characteristics outweigh the bigger price […]
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Art & Design: A discussion of emotion, philosophy, selection and relationships

by Chris Knauer· September 08, 2022· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, Furniture & Fixtures, Hallways/Entryways, Home Decor, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices· 0 comments tags: Art and design, art and emotion, art selection, art sourcing, artistic expression, artists, artwork for a bedroom, artwork for a dining room, artwork for a family room, artwork for a great room, artwork for a kitchen, artwork for a living room, artwork for a nursery, artwork for an office, brush strokes in art, color in art, color schemes, color theory, delve deeper, design styles, emotional response to art, expression of art, feelings of art, go slow, how to select artwork, kelly smith cassidy, lake tahoe art, lake tahoe artists, mix and match, MRI machine, nietzsche, performance art, philosophy of art, psychology of art, randall hazeltine, response to art, scott forrest, styling your home, symbolism in art, trust your gut, what is art, why art
If you ask someone, “what is art?” they will usually refer to a painting or a photograph. In reality, art comes in many forms – performance art like dance, music and song, nature, poetry and architecture. Now, just for a moment, imagine a world without any art. Our world would be a very dim and boring place, devoid of imagination. Without art, the banality of reality would be intolerable. To paraphrase Nietzsche, “We have art in order not to parish from the truth.” Why Art? While it feels like a simple question, with an even simpler answer, the truth is that it goes way beyond bringing a little color into a living room. (1) Art breathes life into a space. It allows us to express ourselves, encouraging dialogue and welcoming emotion. It reminds us of what is possible—all to help turn an ordinary house into a home. Art connects us to the past and future. It feeds our curiosity and inspires our imagination. I love this quote from fellow-designer, Tara Bernard, “For me, art is like punctuation to a sentence; it is that all-important ingredient and without it, a space lacks the layers and attitude that a significant piece can […]
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What’s My Interior Design Style?

by Chris Knauer· August 01, 2022· in DIY, Home Decor, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: art deco, bauhaus, boho style, california bungalow, california casual interior design, california cool interior design, california style interior design, coastal interior design, contemporary interior design, cottage design, de-constructivism, design styles, eclectic interior design, futurism, gallery wall, indoor-outdoor living, Interior Design, interior design styles, Maximalism, mid-century modern interior design, minimalism, modern farmhouse interior design, Modern interior design, modernism, Mountain Modern Design, postmodernism, rustic interior design, scandinavian design, spanish colonial revival style, Traditional interior design, transitional interior design, tuscan design, Whats my interior design style
Not sure whether your style is Mountain Modern, Rustic, Contemporary or Modern Farmhouse? Maybe it’s somewhere in between or a combination of a few different styles. Talie Jane Interiors takes a look at nine prominent design styles. Which one speaks to you? Take the quiz at the end to see which is your best match. Mountain Modern What is Mountain Modern Design? Mountain modern Interior design style is the newest trend in interior design. This distinctive style is characterized by clean lines, natural materials, neutral colors, and lots of light. It was inspired by rural living in the Rocky Mountains and prairie-style homes. Clean lines and an uncluttered interior are the hallmarks of contemporary mountain design. The design is focused about panoramic view and a fully relaxed feeling, with open layouts and lofty ceilings. (1) History The origins of mountain architecture in America came from the earliest non-native peoples who chose to venture into the untamed mountainous areas of the country. The structures they built were a direct response to the environment they were in. They had to be made from native materials because transportation means were primitive and they had to be robust to withstand harsh weather and deep […]
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    Creative Storage Solutions for Every Room in Your House
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    How to Select the Perfect Area Rug
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    Window Treatments: LuXout Shades
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    Interior Design Trends – 2023: What You Need to Know
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