• Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • How We Work
  • Home Staging/Modeling
  • Closets
  • Portfolio
    • Projects
    • Zalanta
    • Talie Jane’s Picks
  • Press
  • Blog
  • Contact
    • Careers
A beautiful painting frame for the living room

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 · 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 […]
Read More
A wooden living room with a swing

What’s My Interior Design Style?

by Chris Knauer· August 01, 2022· in DIY, Home Decor, Tips and Trends· 0 comments · 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 […]
Read More
Stone wood and metal work kitchen island and oven area

Five Appliance Brands to Know

by Chris Knauer· July 20, 2022· in Kitchens, Tips and Trends· 0 comments · appliance life expectancy, appliance pricing, beverage refrigerators, double oven, freezers, Gaggenau, how to select kitchen appliances, kitchen appliances, KitchenAid, microwaves, Miele, panel-ready appliances, range, refrigerators, Subzero, Viking, wall ovens, warming drawers, wine refrigerators, wolf appliances
One of our favorite design projects is a kitchen remodel because of the essential role collaboration plays. Beauty and function/efficiency are of utmost importance, and there are some standard rules to consider (like the work triangle) but, how our clients like to work in their kitchens must be accounted for in the design. After all, the kitchen is the central hub of home life and should be planned to mirror lifestyle and taste. ​We consider how our clients entertain, who they entertain, if they are avid chefs, bakers or holiday hosts, if they cater to four-legged friends, if they like islands or peninsulas, ranges or cooktops, accessories and storage solutions and of course, who they cook with. There is myriad of questions we review with our clients to ensure that the transformation is not only show-stopping but also a reflection of the things our clients love to do, the way they live and the people who are most important in their lives. One of the first questions, and probably the most important one, is “what brand of appliances do you prefer?” Many of our clients have strong opinions about appliances and appliance brands while others provide pricing parameters and a […]
Read More
A drawing room with a huge glass wall to enjoy the outdoors

Let There Be Light!

by pwsbuilder· June 07, 2022· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, DIY, Home Decor, Tips and Trends, Uncategorized· 0 comments · accent lighting, architectural lighting, asymmetrical lighting, bedroom lighting, ceiling lighting, chandelier, dimmable lighting, dining room lighting, family room lighting, How to design your lighting, kitchen lighting, LED lights, light up a corner, lighting clusters, Lighting Design, lighting grouping, mood lighting, multiple chandeliers, multiple pendant lights, pendant light, shelf lighting, spotlights, task lighting, the importance of lighting in design, toe kick lighting, undercabinet lighting
Let There Be Light! ​Lighting is arguably the most important element in interior design. It is an essential ingredient and not an afterthought as many consider it to be. If you’re tempted to spend more time picking out furnishings or puzzling over layouts, remember that lighting can completely transform a space – not just by brightening dark corners, but by affecting your emotions. (1) ​Lighting creates mood and sets tone. It can affect the perceived size of a room, add dimension, draw attention and create depth and balance. In order to achieve the true power of lighting, designers consider lighting placement, amongst a myriad of other things. Standard lighting layouts with symmetrical cans, chandeliers and pendants (peppered with table, floor and task lamps) are a great starting point. After all, you need more than one source of light in a room (think layered illumination). (1) But, when you get creative on where and how to place lighting, “wow-factors” can be born. ​Here are a few creative lighting placement ideas that take lighting to the next level. ​Forgotten Corners: Light ‘em up ​The goal is to create contrast between the light at the center of a room, the light around the […]
Read More
Home Model

Six Ways to Dress Your Walls

by Taliejane· May 06, 2022· in Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, DIY, Hallways/Entryways, Living/Family Rooms, Tips and Trends· 0 comments · brushed concrete, designing your walls, dress-up your walls, Geometric wood accent walls, leather wall tiles, mural wallpaper, PCV panels, venetian plaster, venetian plaster kitchen hood surround, vinyl wall paneling, Wallpaper, what to put on your wall
When it comes to designing your walls, there are so many fantastic opportunities to be creative and to express your style and artistic interest. Each wall in your home is like a blank canvas and it’s up to you to fill it with your imagination. Your walls can help define a certain style, direct your furnishing selections, showcase your personal tastes, tie your room together, add texture and create remembrances of friends, family, and occasions. (1) You might be someone who subscribes to a more maximalist way of designing, and if so, you might have a lot of stuff going on in your room already. You might need a spot for your eyes to rest. Letting a wall stay blank could be a great way to add much needed negative space to a room that is bordering on to busy. But, for those with a more minimalist design aesthetic, it’s easy for our walls to appear too sterile or just like big soulless spaces, so it’s important to design them with texture and color. Check out these six fun ideas to bring your wall(s) to life. Geometric Wood Accent Walls A custom geometric accent wall is a great DIY opportunity to […]
Read More
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
Categories
  • Bathrooms
  • Bedrooms
  • Dining Rooms
  • DIY
  • Furniture & Fixtures
  • Hallways/Entryways
  • Home Decor
  • Kitchens
  • Living/Family Rooms
  • Offices
  • Outdoor Spaces
  • Tips and Trends
  • Uncategorized
Send Us A Blog Request
If there’s a topic you’d like to learn more about, we’d love to hear from you. Send us an email to Natalie@TalieJaneInteriors.com, or post a comment on our Facebook page, and we’ll blog about it.
Pages
  • Press
  • Contact
  • Portfolio
  • Zalanta
  • Home Staging
  • Privacy Policy
  • Process
  • Talie Jane’s Picks
  • Overstock
  • Closets
  • Careers
  • Talie Jane Interiors – Interior Design Lake Tahoe
  • About Talie Jane Interiors
  • Our Interior Design Process
  • Our Home Staging Process
  • Closets and Storage Areas
  • Zalanta Interior Design
Tags
Animal Skulls Antique architectural lighting Art Awards biophilic design Bold Cabinets Color Couches Decorating Design Philosophy Design Rules Granite Countertops Holidays Interior Design Lake Tahoe Lake Tahoe Interior Designer Lampshades Lighting Low Budget Maximalism Mixing Metals in Design Modern Modern Tahoe Home Mountain Decor Mountain Interior Design Older Homes Open Shelving Painting Quartz Quartzite Countertop Rattan Rattan Furniture Reclaimed Wood Remodel Rugs Safari subway tile Summer The Orient Upcycling Vintage Wallpaper Wicker Furniture
Copyright 2020 Talie Jane Interiors. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy
Talie Jane Interiors, Interior Decorators & Designers, Zephyr Cove, NV
Remodeling and Home Design
Talie Jane Interiors is HomeAdvisor Screened & Approved