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Guiding clients toward the best design options requires a sleek set of color solutions that pair with the widest range of landscape goals. Explore how these timeless hues are the key to a fine finished product. https://lnkd.in/gx9xPYeT

🕰️ Step back in time and explore the allure of vintage style in our newest blog post, “Reviving Retro: Incorporating Vintage Style in Holistic Design.” Whether you’re a design aficionado or just starting your journey, this captivating read is sure to inspire. Click the link to read more and join the conversation in the comments - we’d love to hear your thoughts!

Striking the perfect balance between aesthetics and practical functionality in your space can often feel like a tug of war. If you’re in the midst of renovating and find yourself torn between choosing eye-catching designs and practical solutions, you’re not alone. Here are some insights and tips on how to navigate this common dilemma. If you're interested in seeing our work - you can view our projects here: https://lnkd.in/d5WvznwX 📞: 066 071 3457 📧: sales@firstgate.co.za #RenovationTips #InteriorDesign #officespace #officestyle #officedesign #capetown

Have you been designing your home but feel like it’s either too matchy-matchy or not cohesive at all? We’re unravelling the secrets to creating a curated, timeless space that exudes character and sophistication. In this blog, we're debunking the myth that adhering to one uniform style is the pinnacle of good design. https://lnkd.in/ex-eQ2JZ

Switching things up 7 years since we first installed this space. At the end of the renovation project, the walls in this space mainly stayed white - there was a pink alcove! And slowly I added in new paintings to bring colour, found furniture that made me smile. Then this week we decided it was time to add some more colour to the walls - blocks of yellow and turquoise that echo my paintings and the furniture. Yellow is the best colour to lift your spirits and help start the day on a positive note. But it can be overwhelming in large quantities- so knowing where to place it is key. It occurs to me that building your brand is a similar process. It takes a while to feel into your space, see what you like, try out things. Then you start to recognise your style and you lean into it more and more, showing up as you. You stop masking and pretending and start being more you. At that point the magic happens. People start to connect with you more as they feel your whole beautiful self. Switching up how you present in your business is a natural part of growth. For me this started to happen 4 years ago in my business and I’ve felt a big shift happen over the last year. I feel a circular motion has occurred in some spaces as I’m leaning back into my pro design side with clients and loving how we switch up their brand and offers together. For me these are twin tasks. Dealing with them separately just creates double the work. Is your brand due an upgrade? #sundaythoughts #authoritybranding #homedecor

Life itself is akin to a continuous design endeavor. This quote suggests that the choices individuals make, whether in decorating a space or making decisions in life, offer opportunities to imbue beauty, creativity, and intentionality into their personal narrative. Each decision becomes a brushstroke, contributing to the overall aesthetic and experience of their life's design. It encourages a mindful and purposeful approach to decision-making. #interiordesign #interiordesigner #bellinghamwa #bellinghamdesigner #whatcomcounty #interiordesigninspo #turnyourhouseintoahome #interiordesigntips #interiordesignideas

In a recent conversation, with one of our existing clients, we brought up cost-efficient solutions - when it was discovered during construction that the space was forcing them to spend an extra $20k for an ugly and unexpected structural issue. Suddenly, the original plan was no longer an option. So our team browsed through the original design plan and researched solutions. Buried in our archives, we remembered a similar problem at one of our past projects. In this space, we had a beautiful wallpaper sourced originally (bold, graphic, vivid) and learned that we did not afford to install it. So we came up with solutions. Not bad at all! . . . #perpetuumdesigns #hospitality #interiordesign #designsolutions #restaurantdesign

In design, details are not mere trivialities. They precisely define design and make it exceptional. When we talk about appearance, we often focus on major lines, overall impression, and functionality. However, details play a truly significant role in every successful design. Here are a few reasons why they are so important: ✅ They make the difference between an average and outstanding appearance. ✅ They unify the entire design and create a cohesive and harmonious look. ✅ They add value through the quality and care devoted to details. Don't be misled into thinking that details are just "small things." In the world of design, it is quite the opposite: Details form the foundation of a unique and superb appearance. So if you're contemplating how to create a beautiful home, focus on the details. #design #details #detailsofdesign #interiordetails #your20th #quote #charleseames #uniquedesign #originality #designof20thcentury

Crafting Our Story: From Trunks to PlushJungles In the world of crafting custom furniture, despite making our clients happy, I felt like something was missing. The world around us was changing with technology, and we needed to change too. So, I gathered my family and team, and we started brainstorming. Out of our discussions came the name 'PlushJungles.' Why that name? Well, 'plush' is about making interiors comfy, and 'jungles' because our art is all about nature and wood. Our furniture is unique and has reached clients in different countries. Choosing the name wasn't easy. We had ideas like the big trunk story and 'Five Orange Elephants,' but we faced challenges with trademarks and competition. Finally, after a lot of thinking, 'PlushJungles' stuck. If you've been part of our journey, we want to hear your story too. Share it in the comments. Your story is important to us and to what we do. And guess what? Next week, we'll spill the beans on our logo story. Stay tuned for that! Thanks for being part of our story where tradition meets a bit of a shake-up, and every piece of furniture has its tale. 🌿✨ #PlushJungles #ourstory

Finding Your Style When it comes to designing your own home, it can feel overwhelming if you haven’t ever found a defined, personal style. To help you discover what resonates most, let’s take a look at seven of today’s most well-known and commonly used design styles, and designers who emulate each. Link to article