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Your Guiding Light

by Talie Jane Interiors· 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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A beautiful painting frame for the living room

Art & Design: A discussion of emotion, philosophy, selection and relationships

by Talie Jane Interiors· 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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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 tags: 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 […]
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Is Your House Ready for Summer - Talie Jane Interiors

Is Your House Ready for Summer?

by Taliejane· May 06, 2021· in Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, DIY, Hallways/Entryways, Home Decor, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Outdoor Spaces, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: bringing the outside in, design for summer, Get ready for summer, get your house ready for summer, how to select paint colors, mountain modern bedrooms, mountain modern kitchens, mountain modern living rooms, mountain modern patios, outdoor patio design, Spring Cleaning
  It’s finally Spring and soon we will be stepping into summer!! I know we all hoped this summer might be different from last year…and that we could return back to “normal.” But, sadly we are still amidst a pandemic, although things seem to be improving. Even though we cannot go out and live our lives the way we used to this summer, we can still have fun at home. So, what better time to spruce up your house than now? Below are some tips to help you get your house ready for summer.
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Cabinetry 101

by Taliejane· November 11, 2020· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, Hallways/Entryways, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices· 0 comments tags: beadboard cabinetry, cabinetry door styles, Cabinetry styles, cons of beadboard cabinetry, cons of flat front cabinets, cons of glass front cabinetry, cons of mission style cabinetry, cons of shaker cabinets, cons of thermafoil cabinetry, flat front cabinetry, flat front door style, full overlay cabinetry, glass front cabinetry, how to select the right cabinetry, inset cabinetry, mission style cabinetry, partial overlay cabinetry, pros of beadboard cabinetry, pros of flat front cabinets, pros of glass front cabinetry, pros of mission style cabinetry, pros of shaker cabinets, pros of thermafoil cabinetry, raised panel, recessed panel, shaker door style, thermafoil cabinetry
  Whether you’re installing brand new kitchen cabinets or looking to refurbish existing ones, the range of available kitchen cabinet styles can seem overwhelming at first. Exploring the most common options and keeping a few helpful pointers in mind will help you choose the style that’s right for your home. (1)
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Which Paint Finish Should I Use? - Talie Jane Interiors - South Lake Tahoe

Your Guide to Paint Finishes: What are the Different Types of Paint Finishes and Which One Should I Use?

by Taliejane· August 06, 2020· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, DIY, Furniture & Fixtures, Hallways/Entryways, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: eggshell paint finish, flat paint finish, hi-gloss paint finish, How to choose the right paint sheen, matte paint finish, paint colors, paint sheen, paint sheen for basements, paint sheen for bathrooms, paint sheen for bedrooms, paint sheen for ceilings, paint sheen for doors, paint sheen for furniture, paint sheen for hi-traffic areas, paint sheen for kids' rooms, paint sheen for kitchens, paint sheen for laundry rooms, paint sheen for offices, paint sheen for trim, satin paint finish, semi-gloss paint finish
  Choosing paint can be a difficult and daunting task – of the thousand shades of white, one may be too gray, another too green or too yellow. On many occasions, I’ve walked into a client’s home and found small patches of various shades of paint on the walls where colors are being “tested.” But what clients don’t realize is that the paint finish, or sheen, is just as important as the color they’re meticulously debating.
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Downsizing: The Art of De-Cluttering, Simplifying and Organizing - Talie Jane Interiors

Downsizing: The Art of De-Cluttering, Simplifying and Organizing

by Taliejane· July 07, 2020· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Hallways/Entryways, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: bigger isn't always better, Closet organizers, Closets, custom closet design, custom closet organizers, custom closets, downsizing, lake tahoe real estate solutions, less is more living space, marie kondo principles, opening your living area, organizing living space, small homes, smaller homes, trends in real estate
  Homeowners in all stages of life – from first-time buyers to retirees – are seeing the merit of living in less space. Downsizing and consequently de-cluttering or simplifying, has become a popular “less is more” trend.
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Creating the Feel of a Formal Entry Way - Talie Jane Interiors

How to Create the Feeling of a Formal Entry (When You Don’t Have One)

by Taliejane· May 01, 2020· in DIY, Furniture & Fixtures, Hallways/Entryways, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: bookshelf, build an entry, console table, creating a formal entry way, creating an entryway, designing a formal entry way, designing an entryway, entry artwork, entry bench, entry chandelier, entry console, entry console table, entry flooring, entry furniture, entry organization, entry paint, entry rug, entry storage, entry table lamps, entry wallpaper, entry way design, entry way mirror, formal entry, gallery wall, half wall, hall design, hallway design, how to create a feeling of a formal entry, How to create a formal entry, how to design an entryway, interior design entryway, pony wall, room divider
  It’s always nice to have a designated entry space. Even for those among us who prefer to come and go with less to-do, an entryway space serves a functional purpose. It’s somewhere to take off shoes, set keys and hang up a coat. It also imparts the first impression of your home, thereby setting the tone for the rest of your space. Think of your entry as your very own three-dimensional welcome mat: It’s well-traversed, but most people don’t spend much time there. (1)
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Tahoe Quarterly - Best Remodel of 2020 - Talie Jane Interiors

Talie Jane Interiors Wins “Best Remodel of The Year” – Tahoe Quarterly Mountain Home Awards

by Taliejane· February 26, 2020· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, DIY, Furniture & Fixtures, Hallways/Entryways, Home Decor, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices, Outdoor Spaces, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: award-winning interior designer, Best design lake Tahoe, best design Tahoe, best interior design south lake tahoe, Best interior Designer Lake Tahoe, Best interior Designer Tahoe, Best Remodel, Best Remodel Lake Tahoe, Best Remodel of the year Tahoe Quarterly Magazine, Interior Designer Wins Best Remodel of the year, Remodel, Tahoe, Tahoe Quarterly Magazine, Tahoe Quarterly Mountain Home Awards, Tahoe Quarterly Mountain Home Awards 2020, Top interior designer
  Talie Jane Interiors is extremely honored to be awarded “Best Remodel of the Year” by Tahoe Quarterly Magazine.   Being featured in Tahoe Quarterly’s extremely competitive Mountain Home Edition has been a goal of ours for the past five years and we are thrilled to say, “we did it!”
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The Magic Kitchen Makeover of Talie Jane Interiors!

How to Keep a Level Head During a Remodel

by Taliejane· November 01, 2019· in Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, Hallways/Entryways, Kitchens, Living/Family Rooms, Offices, Tips and Trends· 0 comments tags: Be available, be flexible, construction, destress, Hire the right people, Home Improvement, home remodeling, home renovation, keeping a level head, remodel stress, remodeling, roll with the punches, set a renovation budget, set a renovation plan, vacate, working with contractors, working with designers
When you invest a lot in something – time, money, hopes and dreams – it can turn into a high-stress situation. And renovating a home, from a fully remodeled kitchen to an updated bath and everything in between, is definitely at the top of the stress-causing list. But it doesn’t have to be.
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