Companies That Give Back

Today,  I want to give an unsolicited plug to Lowe's Home Improvement Stores.  There logo says, "Never Stop Improving".  I would like to say that they "Never Stop Giving".  I have begun a makeover project (I will give you details and an update in a later posting) and without hesitation, Lowe's jumped right in to assist with the project.  I spoke to some of the employees and many of them shared their personal stories of how the company had given supplies back to schools where their children attended.

Yes, I know many companies do give back.  Unfortunately, they go unrecognized because they are large corporations. Well today, I want to say thanks (oh, and an fyi, Lowe's was my second employer in high school. I worked in there back payroll office).

I have begun a few summer home improvement projects on top of the many items I am trying to balance on my plate.  My first stop for all of my supplies will be my neighborhood Lowe's Store.

Until Next Time

XOXO

Terrell Dinkins

Residential Designer

Atlanta Interior Design

www.poshinteriorsllc.com

Holiday Tabletops by Pink Door Decor

It's that time of year and many people are hosting holiday parties.  I might add that I hosted my community party last evening and my table top looked quite splendid with the flickering hurricane candles used as a center piece under the dimmed chandelier lighting.  Let's start with the centerpiece of the table.  Nothing like candle light to set the mood.

 

Table Top Focal Point

This beautiful hurricane in pairs makes a great focal point for the table and it resembles a Christmas Tree. The metallic swirls reflect the candlelight and add a festive touch to any celebration.

Transitional Place Setting and Dinnerware

This is one of my favorite dinnerware sets from Pottery Barn. The set has a transitional feel that would work in a formal or casual setting. The silver trim looks fabulous with the modern hurricanes found on Pink Door Decor.

Dressing Up The Sideboard

This beautiful piece of canvas art would look absolutely gorgeous with silver and white accessories. Hanging this modern piece of art over a traditional wooden sideboard would definitely add cheer to your holiday setting. I like this piece of art because it works regardless of your furniture style.

Send me your holiday tabletops and dining spaces.  I would love to take a peak at them!

Until Next Time

Terrell Dinkins

Residential Designer

Atlanta Interior Design

A Day at The Market by Pink Door Decor

Last week was the big summer market in Atlanta.  All of the showrooms and manufacturers came out and strutted their new accessories available for retailers to place in their stores (bricks/mortar and online stores). I am always excited because my goal as owner of Pink Door Decor is to make sure there is always something new for our customers.  Here are a few snap shots I took from some of my favorite showrooms.

Classic Home has beautiful pillows and bedding

Love this vintage stool. Coming to Pink Door Decor very soon!

One of a kind hide chair, similar to our Montagne Chair

Beautiful Go Home show room.  Truly a vintage haven

           

Continue checking our inventory.  We are making big changes at Pink Door Decor.  New merchandise added weekly.  Don't miss out!

Happy Decorating!

The Girl Behind the Pink Door

www.pinkdoordecor.com

Accessories To Liven Your Patio by Pink Door Decor

You know the old saying, "A great hair style livens up a drab out fit".  Well, that's the same when it comes to accessories in a room.  Accessories alone will bring life to an "OK" looking room.  In my next series of blogs, I am going to show you rooms that are nice, but could be impressively better with a few more accessories.

For those of you who have ever gone to our website, Pink Door Decor, this will be a great way to see how some of our accessories will work in one of your favorite rooms.

 Happy Decorating

The Girl Behind the Pink Door

www.pinkdoordecor.com

Decorating For The 4th of July

Independence Day is right around the corner.  Many people will host parties and cookouts at their homes in celebration of the big day.  Some households will go all out with the decorations. I ran across some great ideas beyond the cute flags on a wooden stick that's sure to woo your guest as they arrive to your event.

Photo Courtesy of Blog "As The Curtain Hangs"

This room is a very nice welcome wagon to Independence Day.  You will not need to remove anything after the party is over.  As a matter of fact, this room is great for summer decor, especially if you like changing out your room seasonally.  The panel boards behind the sofa can be easily duplicated by hot gluing fabric to thin plywood cut to any shape you like and mounting to the wall.  You can pick up red, white, and blue pillows pretty much from any home decor store.

Square Flag Pouf from Pink Door Decor.com

For a simple touch with a lot of style, this modern Square Flag Pouf is great addition to your July 4th decor.  I love this pouf added to a nautical theme room using khaki, red and blue.

Don't forget the dessert!  Ok, I am pretty convinced that this is the easiest decorated cake I have come across in a long time.  Yellow cake, white icing, strawberries, and blue berries is as simple as it gets.  What a a marvelous idea!

Photo Courtesy of Blog "As The Curtain Hangs"

This is why I love Pinterest! I love this pocket holder, which is creativity at it's best.  Just make sure you wash the jeans before you place someone's napkin, fork and spoon inside. The star can be ironed or hand painted on the pocket.

I would love to hear from you.  What are you doing for the 4th of July?  Are you having a party or going to a party? Will you decorate your place for the event?

Happy Decorating!

The Girl Behind the Pink Door

www.pinkdoordecor.com

Your Mood and Lighting...The Connect

As we continue our lighting series, I want to leave you with just one thought that just might change your mood:

“There’s a visceral connection between our surroundings and our mood, and the amount and quality of light is the first element that dictates those moods.”
Lighting Designer Marcia Zia-Priven

Change your mood by changing the lighting in your home.

Happy Decorating

The Girl Behind the Pink Door

www.pinkdoordecor.com

Lighting a Room with Lamps The Right Way

I first must make a confession when it comes to lamps. I have them in every room in my house, with the exception of the bathroom and workout room (even though I am not opposed to having them in the bathrooms). I love the mood lamp lighting creates, on top of the fact that they can make quite a statement to any room.

Underneath Cabinets

This lamp is perfect for creating a nightlight in your kitchen by placing it underneath the cabinets.  It will also look fabulous lighting hallways or even in bathrooms because of it's petite height. One of my favorite lamps at Pink Door Decor.

Adding style to your desk will create punch.  This compact task lamp is adjustable at the arm and head, making reading at your desk easy. It works better as a desk reading lamp than a corner reading lamp in your bedroom because of it's height. The vintage silver finish compliments the style on this lamp.

Table lamps and floor lamps are a key source to lighting a room. Selecting lamps versus picking out overhead lighting (track, canned, chandeliers) is an easy option for everyone, however there are many things to consider before purchasing. For example, will the light shine directly in your eyes while you are sitting next to the lamp. Will the shade color create the brightness and color you desire in the room? Make sure if you decide to only use lamps in your room, all sides of the room are lit. Lamps are enhancements to overhead lighting.  Too many lamps take away from the coziness of using only a few lamps.

The Conversation Piece

                                

OK, this is the big reason why I love lamps. They can be a piece of art and interesting fixture on a table or shelf. They will surely create a conversation from your guest as well as an added light source to a dark corner or room.

Share with us how you use lamps.  Do they make a statement or just serve as a lighting source?

Happy Decorating!

The Girl Behind the Pink Door

www.pinkdoordecor.com