Whether it’s fashion or interior design, Charleston tends to have it’s own take on national and international trends. Here are a few Winter design trends that will be right at home in Lowcountry décor this season:
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Charleston Holiday Décor
Charleston holiday decor is absolutely magical. Hotels, historic homes and restaurants are decorated to the hilt, candles glow in windows and sparkling lights twinkle in the early dark.
MDI Docents at Preservation Society Tour of Homes
39th Annual Fall Tour of Homes
Last month, the MDI team served as volunteer docents at the Preservation Society of Charleston‘s 30th Annual Fall Tour of Homes.
HPMKT2015 – MDI’s Favorites
Last week Margaret was scouting HPMKT2015 – the Fall 2015 High Point Market for inspiration. Here are some of her favorite finds:
5 Tips for Creating a Gallery Wall
At MDI we encourage our clients to collect art with abandon. Buy what you love, whether from an antiques store, thrift store, local artist or gallery, and it will add to your home’s distinct personality.
Rediscovering the Sleeping Porch
Creating a Relaxing Sleeping Porch
The sleeping porch became popular in the 1900s when doctors were trying to convince their patients that it is healthier to sleep outdoors. Here are our favorite elements for creating a Southern-style sleeping porch:
Fall 2015 Color Trends
What are the Fall 2015 Color Trends? We’ll give you a hint: They’re fun, they’re earthy and you’re going to love them.
Margaret Visits Chicago and the World of Whirlpool
This week Margaret is in Chicago at World of Whirlpool enjoying a first look at new Whirlpool innovations courtesy of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Galleries.
Commercial Fabrics, Flooring and Furnishings
Using Commercial Fabrics (and More) at Home
Commercial fabrics, furnishings, flooring and art have to withstand a lot of wear and tear. If you’re looking for creative ways to make your home more durable and livable, take few notes from the MDI team about how they make commercial spaces beautiful and enduring.
Art and Interior Design Go Hand in Hand
Incorporating Art and Interior Design
Art and interior design go hand in hand. If you’re wondering how to incorporate an eclectic art collection into your interior design, just take a look at Margaret’s house for inspiration.