t
of paint can make a huge dif
ference, especially in older
homes.
He points out that vibrant
colors are acceptable today, so
don’t be afraid to go out on a
limb and try something a little
' out of the ordinary. If you don’t
want to paint the entire room,
you can add color to kitchen
cabinets and/or trim in other rooms.
Making your
home a castle
Continued from Page 27
Show your true colors
I
f you own a home or have a landlord who
doesn’t mind if you change the color scheme
of your living space, a gallon of paint doesn’t
cost much and can make a
dynamic difference.
G arcia says
kitchens are
one
area
where
a
fresh coat
Light up your life
ne of the most popular trends in interior
design is low-wattage lighting, and G ar
cia’s store offers a tremendous selection
of both track lighting and lamps that can give a
room an entirely new ambiance. The trick is
finding a style that not only highlights the exist
ing space but also adds color and mood.
Thousands of different lamp styles are on the
market, and Garcia encourages his customers to
select something that will make an impact in a
room. Shop around, and let your creativity drive
your purchase. (Low-wattage lighting also will help
you cope with recent increases in electricity rates.)
O
Accessorize, accessorize,
accessorize
M
ost people recognize what a few acces
sories can mean to a wardrobe, but often
they forget how little things can make a
huge difference in the interior of their home. A
few pillows and/or a throw can make a simple
chair look like something out of the finest
In this time of need. . .
home furnishing magazine.
A nd while you’re at it, add your
own piece of creativity to that pillow.
In his store, Garcia sells a simple pil
low with a piece of fabric in the mid
dle accented by a small brass bell,
giving it a one-of-a-kind look.
Don’t be afraid to sew on some
funky buttons or add some bright
and brilliant fabric to give your pil
lows a personalized look.
For the kitchen, a trip to the hard
ware store can mean some unique new
handles and hinges that will give your cup
boards an entirely new look. Instead of replac
ing one long handle, Garcia suggests, you can
use two smaller ones of different sizes, thus dealing
with the problem of having two screw holes.
A nother simple, easy and inexpensive way to
accessorize is having a piece of artwork mounted
in a classy frame or, better yet, getting creative
yourself by purchasing a frame and adding your
own touch. A dab of paint, a few different craft
pieces and a simple photograph can add up to a
true eye-grabber for your home.
A nother kitchen tip Garcia offers is replac
ing the wooden panels in cupboard doors with
glass. Suddenly, you have an whole new array of
display cases.
In both the kitchen and bathroom, adding
some new tile or Formica is quite simple, and if
you really want to go out on a limb, you even
can design the style and colors you want. Tile
not only adds both design and color aesthetics
in the kitchen and bathroom but also makes a
simple entry seem elegant.
W hile you’re at it, don’t forget one of the
simplest ways to add color and life to your bed
room: Throw out that old comforter, and get
so m eth in g
a little more daz
zling. A nd for the entire home, house plants can
make a dull space suddenly come to life.
Be daring
I
f you are one of those people who insist you
don’t have the creative bent to accessorize your
home, do not fret. Hundreds of magazines offer
creative design tip»s, and professionals like G arda
and his staff are available to give you advice.
Walk through stores. C heck out what your
friends and neighbors are doing. A nd most of
all, let your imagination run wild and free.
These tip» are just a few quick and easy
things you can do to make a personal statement
in your home. Take the plunge.
After all, the whole idea is making your
home space comfortable and safe for yourself.
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