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S P R I N G - H A S - S P R U N G! |
So long are the evenings wishing the sun would stay out just a few more hours. It's officially the beginning days of Spring and we couldn't be more excited about it! With warm weather comes more time outside exploring and being inspired. I know you must think we sound like a broken record at this point, but with the new life that our surroundings are taking on, it's time for the spaces that we inhabit get a little refresh as well. In this new season we wanted to fill you in on what we have been getting into! Lots of beautiful kitchens and bathrooms are currently in the works. There is truly not a better feeling than helping someone create a space that is beautiful, calming, and of course, the most functional. Along with the renovations, there are a few new builds that we can't contain our excitement on helping people turn their dream home into a reality. When you dive into a project of that caliber, it acts as a great time to take a step back and really allow yourself, for lack of a better phrase, to "wander around the design world like a kid in a candy store." To really immerse yourself in the new textiles, finishes, lighting, upholstery and everything under the sun. By taking the time to unlearn all the things that we so naturally are drawn to it allows for the designs to stay fresh, while also being timeless and functional. For example, the way that subway tiles took the world by storm we are seeing that with what we would consider the cousin to subway tiles, the Zellige and Cle' tile. They provide the same look as subway tiles, but just with so much more dimension and texture. It still provides the clean and simple look, with ten times the amount of depth and interest. Depending on where you are standing in the room, you don't always catch the same tile and I think that trait is one of the reasons we fell so head over heels with the finishes. As you know, more time at home means spending more time entertaining family and friends. Do you have a "front room" in your home that isn't being used to it's full potential? Then, that is the perfect opportunity to create a conversation space. In this space you can make a cocktail before dinner, hang out with the kiddos after a long day, or create the perfect sanctuary to crack open that book you have had your eyes on. These rooms are fun because they take away the emphasis on the tv and force your hand to create an intimate space you wouldn't expect. The primary goal is to be the most functional and inviting space in the home, even if that's not where your intentions were. It feels like things are definitely on the up and up of reaching that sense of normalcy that we are all so desperately yearning for. As we begin to plan out the projects this year, it is important to be able to identify what is current, yet timeless, to help us curate our clients dream spaces. As the markets hit our calendars, know that our bags are packed and we are on the hunt to show what is new, beautiful, innovative, and most importantly functional. By attending these events it allows for us to be at the forefront of new and incoming designs and provide the experience that we so proudly have paired alongside of the many accolades. We can't wait to show you what is out there!
Stay well and Live Beautifully!
Kat
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Spring is here and we are welcoming her with open arms! Something you can't resist, but to take to the patio and enjoy with all of your family and friends and anything with basil! Enjoy!
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AVOCADO CAPRESE SKILLET CHICKEN |
- 2-10 oz of boneless skinless chicken breasts, butterflied and halved
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 oz fresh mozzarella
- 4 avocado slices (from a firm ripe, but large avocado)
- 2 medium vine ripened tomatoes, sliced
- 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1/3 chopped basil ribbons
I N S T R U C T I O N S
In a bowl mix together garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Sprinkle mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken cutlet. Heat olive oil in a 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken (cover pan with a splatter screen if you have one) and cook until golden brown on bottom, about 4-6 minutes. Rotate and cook opposite side until chicken has nearly cooked through, reducing burner temperature just slightly if needed, about 4-5 minutes (it should be nearly 160 degrees in the center on an instant thermometer).
Add two slices of mozzarella to the top of each cutlet, followed by one avocado slice and 1-2 tomato slices. Cover pan with lid, return to heat and allow to cook 1-2 minutes linger until cheese has melted an chicken registers 165 degrees in the center.
Sprinkle chicken with pepper, drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh basil.
Enjoy!
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W H A T 'S H O T?
Minimal is no more! Give us all the texture and layers!
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We've talked about color and how it is so important to have moments in your home that bring you peace and joy. Well, let us get you acquainted with colors favorite cousin...TEXTURE. It obviously comes in all shapes, sizes, and color. Adding texture to your space is the easiest, if not only way, to create the depth and finished look we all yearn for when designing a space. It's the thing that takes the space to the next level. For example, in your living room by adding a faux sherpa rug over the arm of the sofa along with throws and layered accent pillows. Voila! Not only have you added depth, but another layer that creates that cozy lived in feel. You might be wondering how in the world can I add texture and layer in my dining room? Since dining rooms have a lot of hard surfaces such as your table, chairs, and hardwoods, it can seem difficult to pull softness and warmth into that space. We like to get really creative in these spaces, especially if it is a space that doesn't get used all that often. We lean towards throwing a cool and funky pattern wallpaper or mural up, installing thick drapes, and a cozy rug. That helps breakup the monotony of all the straight plain walls. Wallpaper not your thing? Well, then take a step out of your comfort zone and go for a bold color on the wall. Add the color, add the texture, add the layers. We promise you won't regret it! |
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F E A T U R E D - P R O J E C T
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We all know the saying "Never trust a bald barber"! Well, it is time for you to take a glimpse into the home of the woman that makes all your design dreams come true. It's been a couple years since we last gave you a peek into her home. We hope after all this time, you still find the beauty in the spaces, we sure do! Kat's home is truly a beautifully, curated, treasure trove. In her transitional curated abode, you will find something a little quirky around every corner. Kat's ability to mix in family heirlooms alongside modern and clean lines has become one of Kat's many claims to fame. I will also brag about the way she can take a piece that means so much to you and seamlessly integrate with a current design. It is more than impressive. Her ability to create moments that truly envelope you and make you feel like you can chuck your shoes off, sit back and stay awhile is done with such ease. All of that being said, you really can throw your feet up due to the use of performance fabrics. The sofa, it really is that white because let's face it. It starts as juice stains, then grass, and then you finally graduate to wine stains. With all of that being said, when Kat recommends that white sectional for your family. With the correct TLC, it will stay white for a long time. Another space worth mention, that captivates everyone, is her front sitting room. It's truly as if you've been transported to the swanky lounge across town you've always been wanting to try. Warm leather seats that are inviting as the day is long, paired with rich green velvet drapes and dark green walls really make you wonder how she just gets it right every single time. The finishing touches and layers that really give the space that KND charm is the collection of family heirlooms from their time living in Europe. Like their exquisite collection of old cuckoo clocks for example and you can't forget those new marvelous boxers hanging on the wall. It is the perfect place to crack open that bottle of wine you have been holding on to and chat with old and new friends. We know you are dying to see the kitchen and trust us we would love to give you the inside scoop, but I guess you'll just have to wait and check your magazines for that one! |
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Our clients often ask us what they should do with the furniture that we end up replacing for them. We understand as things get rearranged that it is impractical to throw out perfectly good pieces of furniture. Luckily, we have found the solution. |
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Fully Furnished Ministries is a furniture bank in Norcross, Georgia that was born out of the idea of matching those people desiring to give away furniture to those in need in a God-honoring way. FFM works with a host of other ministries helping families who are coming out of numerous types of trauma-homelessness, losing their belongings in a fire/flood, a single mom on the run from an abusive relationship or job, veterans or someone who has simply hit a really tough season in life. To learn more about Fully Furnished Ministries please reference their website. It's more than furniture...
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