Food and Gemutlichkeit - 200 years Oktoberfest - 09/30/10 09:11 PM
it all began 200 years ago....
with the wedding between Crown Prince Ludwig and Therese, Princess of Saxony. The historic party became an official beer festival and celebrates its 200th anniversary this month. Oktoberfest is more than a Bavarian tradition. I has cast its spell on millions of people in and outside of Germany.
Today you can find Octoberfest Celebrations all over the world. There are a couple of Octoberfest opportunities in Atlanta, of course nothing will really compare to the original experience....
Oktoberfest 2010 at Fadó 40th Helen Oktoberfest 2010 OktoberFest with Friends for a good cause (Childrens Healthcare) … (3 comments)
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Atlanta Homeshow: Wine & Design - 09/27/10 11:12 PM
A couple of weeks ago we shared the announcement of our selection for the New Wine & Design Concept at the Atlanta Homeshow. Yesterday was the last day of the 3 day show. It was a great experience. Of course there where some hick-ups and last minute changes, some missing items and delays but at the end all worked out, it always does...
Please see below some pictures of our settings, including my most favorite visitor, ...
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Free Museum Day Atlanta - 09/25/10 09:04 AM
This is a great day to for Mueum. historic homes and art Lovers. 11 Museums and historic homes across Atlanta will participate in the 6th annula Smithonian magazine museum Day! This is a great opportunity to expereince the art at the High Museum of Art or taking the kids to the Center for Puppetry Art.
Other participating institutions:
Art On 5,http://activerain.com/action/blogs_admin/write Hammonds House Museum CDC's Global Health Odyssey Museum Marietta Museum of History (Marietta) The Hudgens Center for the Arts (Duluth) Archibald Smith Plantation Home (Rosewell) Barrington Hall (Rosewell)
For more information please go to
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/museum-search/?state=Georgia
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Historical Design: The Regency Era - 09/23/10 10:38 PM
History has given us many eras of style that have influenced the home settings today. In many cases now, younger generations never really have taken the time to understand what is considered an "Antique." The most likely assumption is that the furniture is old and less visually appealing than a Lazyboy Recliner, and completely it dismissed from their minds. However, what if a little historical background was given to those weird chairs in their grandmother's formal living room, those funky tables that have animal claws to stand on and all those pieces of furniture that look a little too elaborate. Let's … (7 comments)
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Dare To Be Different - 09/22/10 11:57 PM
Fall is springing up all around! People are flocking to stores. It’s time to bring out the decorations. Summer gives way to fall and people begin to purchase napkins, bowls and plates inspired by multi-colored leaves that symbolize the change in seasons. Yes, fall is quickly approaching!
As I was shopping, I overheard a couple debating their seasonal purchase. The wife approached the checkout counter with two beautiful fall-colored wreaths. It had all the fixings. Shades of brown, red and burnt orange lined the circular rim. At the head of the wreath lay a big red ribbon layered and tied around … (8 comments)
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Top Five Eco-Friendly Design Tips - 09/21/10 09:09 PM
With the constant rise in population, it is important to not only create a room that is aesthetically pleasing, but also environmentally friendly. Going green does not have to be a daunting task. With these five easy green design tips you will know what to look for when shopping for echo-friendly products.
Tip 1: Replace fluorescent light bulbs with LED bulbs
Not only do you save energy, but you also save electricity! LED bulbs require significantly less energy to light up a room than fluorescent lighting. Reducing the amount of energy used can also help reduce the electric bill. So remember … (11 comments)
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The College Reporter: Sticker Art - 09/20/10 08:35 PM
The College Reporter
While in the office I have heard one of my interns speaking about decorating her dorm room. She mentioned that she had a lot of empty wall space in her room that she wanted to cover, so the room would not look so empty. She stated that she would find it very cool if she could find something besides paintings, posters or picture frames to cover the space. I thought this would be a great opportunity for her to get out and search the stores to find what is new and can be applied to her walls but … (3 comments)
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Saving Energy around the Home - 09/18/10 02:14 PM
A couple of weeks ago Tyler Ryan posted this blog about great Energy Saving Tips around the house. This are great tips and good advice for any Homeowner.
Via Tyler Ryan (Keller Williams):
5 Tips for Saving Energy in the Family Room Reduce your electricity bills by systematically purging your family room of wasteful energy practices. Read
12 Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home Office Cut your power consumption, lighting, and heating and cooling costs when you work from home. Read
7 Tips for Saving Energy with Home Lighting Lighting eats up as much as 20% of your annual electric … (2 comments)
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Get ready for the 2010 Taste of Smyrna - 09/17/10 10:03 PM
For all you Food Lovers the Taste of Smyrna "Festival of Delectable" is back! A great way to sample what Smyrna restaurants have to offer this Saturday September 18th from 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM on the Village Green in downtown Smyrna.
A great event for the whole family. There is no Entry fee and samples can be purchased from 50 cents up to 4 dollars. Scott Thompson will be entertaining all day on the Main Stage in front of the library.
An enormous Kids Zone with interactive inflatables featuring the 33' Shark Slide, Euro Bungee Quad Jump, 24' Rockwall, 120' … (2 comments)
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Design Inspired by Icebergs (Finnland) - 09/16/10 09:38 PM
Early September I started a serie talking about European inspired Design. This week I was amazed to learn about the first cabin on the lake. I guess nothing is impossible. This is a vacation home in theh water. "Architect Daniel Andersson has envisioned a nouveau lake house that lets guests sleep with the fish — where the living space sits directly below the water’s surface and from above emerges an expansive roof deck. Andersons design came about when he was approached by a client to create a fresh concept able to attract more guests to a resort located on the Åland Islands … (9 comments)
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Atlanta Arts Festival - 09/16/10 09:24 PM
The 4th Annual Atlanta Arts Festival is returning to Piedmont Park September 18 and 19th. Enjoy the Art in a beautiful setting, This FREE festival is ranked among the top 200 art festivals in the country. The ultimate sensory experience for all ages with 200 artists in 12 different mediums, artist demonstrations, live music and entertainment and much more.
www.atlantaartsfestival.com
And for all the Art Lovers, have you heard about the Arts card?
A simple solution for something fun to do. ArtsCard.com is the guide to what's up and undiscovered in the arts. ArtsCard is a Club, Happenings Guide, … (3 comments)
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Color Consultation - From beiged out to blued in - 09/14/10 08:35 PM
Design2Sell did work with this client before to sell their former home, it went under contract in record time. The lovely European family moved into a new home in Johns Creek, but they where longing for a fresher feel. "I am beige out" told me the lady of the house. We worked with the couple to find a nice fresh and more modern color for their main Living and transitioning areas.
From Beiged out to Blued In
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Free Seminar: Design Features that Sell - 09/13/10 09:24 PM
Design2Sell's Service Menu includes Renovation Consultations for Investors. This will be an evening of sharing Tips and tricks and the opportunity to bring pictures of a new project to be assesed and questions to be answered....
To find out more, join us this Wednesday September 15th: Differentiate your Investment through Design Features that sell
a free Seminar at the Georgia Real Estate Investor Association (GAReia)
What we will cover: Benefits of staging Rehabbing: Differentiate through Design features Why Design Matters – starting with the Rehab Plan Top 10 Design Features that sell (ROI) Why spending a little bit more pay’s off … (3 comments)
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Under contract in 1 week sold after 5weeks - 09/11/10 11:10 PM
Design2Sell consulted with a client in Lawrenceville to stage their property For Sale. It was in the market for several month before. Our clients did a fabulous job and implemented almost all of our recommendations! The House went under contract in 1 week after the staging was completed and sold 5 weeks after.
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Your House Is Your Canvas - 09/10/10 09:50 PM
Have you ever found yourself entranced by a beautiful painting? Something about that particular art form stands out enough to capture your attention. It may be the color, the image or even an abstract interpretation that draws you near. You find yourself pondering the inspiration for every color, stroke and pattern. It is no mistake, but rather preference that drives the mind.
I find myself fostering interpretation. What is it that you want to say? Each piece poses a unique meaning. From brush to canvas, an artist’s message transpires. But that brush flows deeper than its surface, it speaks volumes. Like … (3 comments)
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Virginia Highlands - House Staging - - 09/09/10 04:01 PM
Design2Sell has staged this Atlanta historic home situated in Virginia Highlands, just a few blocks from Piedmont Park. A beautiful house with great potential. I personally am always intrigued by Historic Renovations upgraded to today standards, without loosing their identity.
See the result below and in this Video.
Living & Entry Before
Living & Entry AFTER My only wish would have been to leave the fireplace unpainted
Dining & Kitchen Before
Dining & Kitchen AFTER
Bedroom1 Before & Bedroom1 AFTER
Bedroom2 Before & … (17 comments)
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Kitchen Portfolio - 09/08/10 11:23 PM
Kitchens help to sell homes and budget redo's can help them shine again. See how Design2Sell team has worked on differents kitchen projects.
See the result below and Watch the Video
If budget allows, combine that with of some of the Top Cabinetry trends...
Personalized storage: some baskets & plug-in storage Display Space: Remove 1-2 doors and show decorative items Nontraditional Arrangements: Add an island, different type of surface or furniture Accent pieces: add a different color for island, add some molding More tips in this previous article: Budget Kitchen Make Overs.
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Occupied House Staging - Roswell - 09/07/10 09:45 PM
Design2Sell recently consulted with a Homeowner in Roswell, North Atlanta. A traditional home with a charming backyard and a spacious deck. The Homeowner followed our recommendations, please see the results below
Traditional with a fresh touch
Dining Room, see what paint can do for me
Creating a room with a purpose using slipcovers
From Storage to add outside Living space
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Design in History: Napkin folding - 09/06/10 09:26 PM
The folded napkin can have an elaborate placement on the table as a folded origami type or in a simple placement beside the dinner plates with a simple napkin ring. Whatever the preference, the napkin will always be an eye-catching addition to your table setting.
Napkin folding found its origins centuries ago. The Middle Age set a standard for table setting and manner as they became a major concern to people, particularly the royalty, especially with the invention of the fork in the 1600s. This period in time is also a benchmark for when folding napkins became a highly sought … (11 comments)
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Love HGTV and would like to meet Vern Yip? - 09/05/10 08:35 PM
Are you an HGTV Junkie? And even if you are not Vern Yip is a great Designer. He has been the host of everal TV shows like "Deserving Design" or "HGTV Design Stars" he also will launch his own show "Urban Oasis this fall.
He has teamed up with furniture retailer I.O. Metro and will appear at several Store Openings in the Atlanta area.
Meet HGTV's celebrity designer, Vern Yip, at one of the I.O. Metro VIP Grand Opening events September 14 to September 16. They also will bring another source of great eclectic furnishings to the Atlanta area!
The Avenue … (4 comments)
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Chocolate and Diamonds - Would You Wear it? - 09/04/10 06:10 PM
Since I am from Europe and always on the lookout for the next cool thing I thought I will start a weekly serie about cool creative and different concepts and happenings in the European Design World.
Antwerp in Belgium is the City of Chocolate and Jewelery. It is the Diamond Center of the World and a stylish European city filled with the monuments of a wealthy medieval and Renaissance period. Belgian chocolates Galler, Guylian, Godiva, Leonidas, Marcolini, Neuhaus are the most famous Chocolate in Belgium and around the world.
A well known Chocolatier and Jewelery Maker have know combined and the … (8 comments)
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Family Festival at Cobb Galeria - 09/04/10 05:14 PM
Yes this weekend Atlantian's are traveling, but there are a lot of cool things happening for everyone in the City. We are preparing to head out to get a taste of the Family Fun weekend at Cobb Galleria.
It is the Official Race Expo for the U.S. 10K Classic and Free to the public. The Family Festival is located at the Galleria Gardens, features an Artists Market, a huge interactive kids area and Saturday’s Kid’s Classic Races. There are interactive displays, free samples, prizes and great bargains on apparel and fitness gear.
Location: Galleria gardens
When: Saturday, September 4 (10 a.m. … (0 comments)
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Help - How to Manage Contacts? - 09/03/10 09:03 PM
Networking is King and I am trying to be a Queen of Networking, but all the greatest Networking does not show results if there isn't a process in place of how to follow up.
Since weeks I am contemplating if I should invest in a Contact Management Tool. When there is a Question there will be an answer; 2 weeks ago I received an invitation to a FREE Contact Management Seminar and it helped me to move forward...
As a Designer and Home Stager I am a creative person and admit, that certain admin work is not what I love to … (7 comments)
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Smyrna - Occupied House Staging - In 3 hours - 09/03/10 11:58 AM
This week ther Design2Sell team consulted with a Smyrna Homeowner and staged the home. The project was on a budget and the Realtor agreed to bring in some of her inventory. We put our creativity and experience to work using what was available throughout the house, repositioned and mixed it.
Below a sample of 2 rooms, the total project/home took 3 hours of work!
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Atlanta - Townhouse Staging - Inman Project - 09/01/10 08:43 PM
Like Real Estate Agents, Professional Home Stagers travel. I love the opportunity to get to know the Metro Atlanta area. The Design2Sell Design Team worked on this cute home in a gated townhouse community.
The owner invested in quite some upgrades like modern lighting, built-in speakers, built-in wine chiller, cedar pantry & much more. One more cool surprise is a large office/flex space in the garage.
See the result below and watch the short video!
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