I always love to see rooms that are well done by other designers. This room by Kellie Burke Interiors caught my eye and I wanted to share it with you. In my opinion, it exemplifies the power of an accent color. The black and white sitting room would be bold and very strong with only…
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5 Ways to Collect Affordable Art: A Novice’s Guide
You can have a room full of furniture, but adding wall decor is one of the essentials for creating an interesting home. Here are a few suggestions and options for the new collector: 1. Garage or Yard Sales- If you choose to stop at a yard sale, you can find some very interesting pieces that you might…
Tips for Designing a Great Room with a Growing Family
Many times couples think that they have to wait until their children are grown up to decorate their home. This is definitely a misconception that I hear a lot from young couples. It is possible to furnish a great room for young families with children that is not only beautiful, but also user friendly. In my opinion, a design…
My Weekend at the Affordable Art Fair
What a fun and busy two days for me (Saturday and Sunday) at the Affordable Art Fair. #IAmArtHappy! The fair had a fabulous turnout – the show was mobbed! There were many great artists, but several that I particularly liked. 1. Marlene Rose – Being Shown at the Ai Bo Gallery Booth Marlene is an award-winning, Sand Casting Glass Artist. The…
Mixing Antiques with Modern Furnishings
Mixing antiques with modern furnishings creates an exciting and eclectic room. If you feel your personal style has changed with the times, or you are down-sizing, you don’t need to discard everything you have! Recently, I had a chat with Debbie at my favorite antique store and we were discussing the changes in our industry. This particular store…
Why You Should Work with an Interior Designer
It’s #TBT at Marilyn H. Rose Interiors! This week we are featuring my exclusive interview with T.V. Personality, Doug Llewelyn on “Heartbeat of the City”. During the interview, I discuss the importance of working with an Interior Designer and how I approach my work, which still holds true today. We thought it would be fun to feature a blast from the past,…
Decorating Tips For Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother’s Day is only a couple of weeks away, so if you haven’t made reservations yet, don’t worry about it! Coming from a mother’s perspective, I know that it isn’t the amount of money spent, but the love that went into the event. That’s really what matters. Here are a few decorating tips to help you show…
A Perfect Design From Start to Finish
Over the years, I’ve created many interiors. Some jobs, I must admit, I’ve loved more than others (which comes with the territory, I think). Of course there is the issue of the aesthetics and then there is the love affair with the clients. This project encompassed both. Sometimes you really get lucky and have both of these ingredients…
Is Working with Marilyn Rose Interiors Realistic for You?
Most people think that working with an interior designer is too expensive. However, in my many years of experience, I’ve heard so many clients tell me that they wish they had worked with me before they wasted their money and time going at it alone or with an inexperienced designer. So how can you know…
Meet Me in the BOUDOIR
Looking back over my career, many people have questioned me as to which room or style I prefer to create. As far as styles are concerned, I enjoy working with most styles, with the exception of only a few (my secret). But if I had to choose a specific room that I love creating…