Posted by Ourso Designs in Trend Alert on June 7, 2019
We’ve seen this one coming for a while: Succulents. All the beauty of a bonsai tree with almost none of the upkeep. With no pruning or picking, and less frequent watering, sales of these prickly plants have grown steadily since 2012. “Succulent” is an umbrella term for plants with thick, rigid fronds or stems meant […]
Read MorePosted by Ourso Designs in Trend Alert / Uncategorized on April 29, 2019
“If you’re having problems getting to sleep, staying asleep, or waking up in the morning, this article is for you. “ Two months ago we talked about “Smart Lights,” an easy way to “smarten” up your home without taking any drastic steps. One improvement we mentioned but didn’t go into detail on was a light that replicates […]
Read MorePosted by Ourso Designs in countertop materials / honed granite / honed leather / trend / Trend Alert / trends 2015 on February 4, 2015
Honed and Leathered finishes for Granite and Marble counter tops are being chosen more often than the once popular polished finish. What is Polished?A polished surface finish is smooth, shiny, and reflective. The full color, depth, and crystal structure is visible. What is Honed? A honed surface finish is a smooth surface without reflection. It […]
Read MorePosted by Ourso Designs in black and white gingham / Gingham furniture / gingham interior design / Trend Alert / trending / trends 2015 on January 6, 2015
Black and White Gingham printed fabric and patterns are showing up everywhere. From interior design accessories to the runway. Both Ethan Allen & Schoolhouse Electric offer furniture covered in this graphically intense and bold fabric. Apartment Therapy states: “These distinctive checks are popping up everywhere, even in interiors that are decidedly non-country. Big checks feel […]
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