Friday, July 8, 2011

Easy Design Tips for Chic & Sustainable Summer Decorating!

Place chairs and conversation areas close to windows to create a visual connection to the outdoors. 

Use neutral colors and natural materials to bring the outdoors in and to allow natural light to filter in freely.

Use pops of color from plants, fruit and pillows to liven up spaces.

Use natural materials to add texture!  Rattan, wood and neutral colored textiles help to create an atmosphere of relaxation.
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SARAH BARNARD is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), is certified by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), and is recognized by the International Institute for Bau-Biologie & Ecology as a Building Biology Practitioner (BBP) and by the United States Green Building Council as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP). She serves on the Santa Monica Conservancy’s board of directors and specializes in green interior design and historic preservation. For more information about Sarah and her practice visit www.sarahbarnard.com

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