Design Ideas To Update Your Home

Transform Your Space, Inspire Your Life

AREA RUGS

Add a rug with a boldly scaled geometric pattern and contrast border to create a modern feel to the room.

Transform a room with area rugs composed of geometric or graphic patterns.

DRAPERY

Create vertical interest with formal but not intimidating window treatments.

Select a clean, simple fabric with tie backs of leather or feathers for a modern play of materials.

PAINT

Use of intense, saturated color re-interprets classic millwork

Transform a classic room with a vivid, dark toned color to provide visual tension and create a sense of depth to a room

WALL COVERINGS

Add pattern and texture with a grass, fiber, or fabric wall covering.

Grass cloth with metal studs marry classic materials with modern patterns.

Don’t be afraid of the mix.

CEILINGS

Paint the ceiling a color that is in the room to create a vibe that visually connects the furnishings and finishes of the room

Create an unpredictable moment with grass cloth on the ceiling.

Including grass cloth on the walls and ceiling helps to define the architecture in an unexpected way.

FURNITURE

Select unlikely pairings of fabrics and furniture to lend a modern edge to a room.

Mix furniture styles with sleek shapes, balanced lines, and soft hues to create low key glamour.

A subtle linen texture on the furniture will give it a modern and relaxed feel

Add a distinctive chair to incorporate an element of interest.

TRIM DETAIL
NAILHEADS

Nail heads can be used to create a pattern to the base, sides, or arms of the furniture.

Incorporate nail heads to outline and define a piece of furniture.

TRIM DETAIL
TAPE

The application of a coordinating tape trim on the cushions and skirt will update and refresh a sofa.

Make a statement with the use of a repeating motif on the base of upholstered furniture.

THROW PILLOWS

Combining strong colors with boldly scaled patterns, geometrics, and a contrast trim will create a refreshing and vibrant room.

Embroidered fabrics in contrasting colors and graphic patterns add a chic and coolly elegant feel to a room.

LIGHTING
FLOOR LAMPS

Add a sculptural floor lamp of multiple shapes and forms for a polished look

Illuminate a corner with a sleek floor lamp

LIGHTING
TABLE LAMPS

Make a room more current by opting for a table lamp with a bit of unexpected whimsy.

Use a lamp that has qualities of two distinctly different materials like metal and crystal for an updated. look

LIGHTING
HANGING LIGHTS
CHANDELIER

Sculptural hanging light fixtures can be illuminated pieces of art making the space more captivating .

LIGHTING
HANGING LIGHTS
PENDANT

Oversized pendants have outsized personalities and can make a strong visual statement .

LIGHTING
SCONCES

The subtle glamour and reflective qualities of metal is coolly elegant in this modern interpretation of a sconce.

Reconcile the past and present with classic materials that are used in a new and refreshing way

CABINETRY

Install chic and spirited fabric or paper for a pop of color to the inside of cabinetry shelves.

Keep drawer and door styles simple with small molding profiles and recessed rather than raised panels .

TILE
COLORED GLASS

Glass tile with an accent molding can crisply define a backsplash. Opt for an articulating faucet for a more current look.

TILE
STAINLESS STEEL

Use of stainless steel tile, in a small size, is beautifully simple and complements appliances to give an updated look.

ACCESSORIES

Mixing contemporary and vintage can update a room and make the space feel timeless.
Opposites attract with art and accessories.

Unified by scale and color, accessories should balance shapes, materials, patterns, and color to create a richly urbane room.

Combining objects that seem at odds with one another can ultimately be very complementary.

A room can be subtly tweaked by replacing typical silk lampshades with a strong color or exotic animal print.

ARTWORK

Establish a visual focal point that is unexpected but totally modern and clean.

Monumental scale and the unlikely pairing of modern art with classic architecture can give a room a sophisticated modernity.

JEAN ATCHISON

Atchison Architectural Interiors designs classic and timeless spaces infused with a chic modern vibe. By merging classic and contemporary elements, the team creates fresh, sophisticated looks. Their interiors are elegantly balanced, carefully edited, and current with a thoughtful mix of furnishings, textures, finishes, and objects.

Whether your aesthetic is contemporary or classic, nationally recognized interior designer, Jean Atchison, will work closely with you to bring your vision to reality and create a home that is uniquely your own.
By: Lauren Atchison