2012, bring on the color!!!

Resources: veranda and greg irby fine art

These not-so-cold, dreary, winter days have me longing for spring and summer colors…You can only imagine how thrilled I was to see  the new Veranda and Elle Decor magazines drenched in COLOR!   And obviously I’m not the only one….our clients are hungry for splashes of color in their spaces.  

Artwork is the perfect accessory to add a pop of color to a room without feeling married to the brightness.  Here’s a sneak peak at a few of our new pieces….

Don’t be shy….ask if you want more info on these pieces!

haley@webbmarsteller.com

resources: veranda and greg irby fine art

We all know that walls are vital in the final touch of a room…..they create mood, color, and direction for the atmosphere you aim to achieve.  I love how grasscloth can add texture, warmth, and attractive focal points when you walk into a home.   

With this said….grasscloth can be an expensive undertaking, BUT it doesn’t have to be!! Companies likeYork, Seabrook, and Thibaut all have products (less in price) that are unnoticablly differnt than the higher priced lines.  Take a look for yourself…..

Which one looks more high end to you?  To ME the one of the left of each picture appears  higher end than the right side.  (We are talking close to $40/yrd difference!!!)

Here are several ways to weave grasscloth into YOUR home!

resources: hirshfields color club~thibaut~york~seabrook

Each year I spend hours upon hours flipping through pages of home decor magazines looking for new inspirations.  Thank you 2011! You had several fun and daring trends this year….I salute to you!   Here are a few of my favs….

1. Lucite…great way to add pieces to a room without creating clutter 

2. Bar Carts…who doesn’t need a bar? 

3. Wallpaper…adds a unique dimension to any wall rather than using same ole boring paint 

4. Sunburst Mirrors…fun focal point for any room (we all need a little sun in our lives) 

5. Python…I love the texture python embodies on any object it wraps itself around 

6. Poufs…Perfect way to add extra seating to a space without forcing too many chairs (also great as an ottoman)

7.  Mixing different patterns… Visually stimulating! Dare to be bold! (Love the peacock)

8. Lattice… fabulous for wallpaper, pillows, or carpet. Makes me HAPPY!

9. Lacquer… glitz and glam!  The shine makes everything better…

10. Gourd Lamps… always add the finishing touch to a room.  When in doubt, choose a gourd!

Looking forward to new inspirations in 2012!  Have a safe and ROWDY nye!

~Webb-Marsteller

resources: pinterest and thibaut

In the last week before Christmas, we want to thank everyone for all their hard work decorating Atlanta and making it a great place to gets anyone in the Christmas spirit!  So many people have gone above and beyond to make this time of the year special for everyone that passes by their home, shop, restaurant, etc.  Thank you , thank you, thank you!! 

I wanted to share a few of the famous Christmas trees around our country that brings joy to so many people!

Biltmore Estate  Ashville,North Carolina

Rockefeller Center  New York

The Galleries  Dallas,Texas

Largest indoor tree in the US, standing 95′ tall.  10,000 ornaments and 250,000 lights!!

Monumont Circle  Indianapolis, Indiana

Sting of lights standing 284′ tall!

Toledo Zoo  Ohio

85′ tall live tree glittering with 35,000 lights!

Coeur d’Alene Resort  Idaho

Considered “the world’s tallest christmas tree” with a height of 161′.  This tree is surrounded by the largest light show with 1.5 millon lights!

Webb Marsteller wishes you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday season!!

resource: Huff Post