As Long Island continues to celebrate its reopening this summer, people are enjoying outdoor adventures once again.
However, even as the epidemic subsides locally, it seems that the idea of home as a haven – and more – will not soon be forgotten. Therefore, it is important to maintain a happy atmosphere in one’s dwelling, with home design elements that enhance mood and personal décor. be brave! Pick the color palette that speaks to you, kick that cookie cutter mentality, and have fun Those neutral colors white on white.
Recently named one of Long Island’s 15 Best Interior Designers, Claudia Grunberger of Grunberger Interiors, Great NeckAnd He knows a thing or two about creating upscale spaces.
“I always like to play with color in a design scheme. I may use it in a subtle and simple way, or I may be bold and adventurous,” “It’s amazing what a transformative effect color can have.”
People adopt stronger, more vibrant colors in their dwellings, as a way to boost mood and energy.
“The pandemic has had a huge impact on our relationship with our homes and created a growing awareness of how good interior design can improve our quality of life. Our homes need to function like never before,” Grunberger adds. “And with the sudden rise in home sales and renovations, so is the demand for design services.”
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People crave comfort. Fabrics are soft to the touch and full of texture – rings [looped or curled yarns], organic linens, cotton, and velvet,” Grunberger notes. “Wallpaper has never been more popular: Textiles from grass, wood veneer, linen weaves, silks and vinyl come in a full range of colors and add dimension and texture to a room. Bold patterns and digital murals are especially fashionable and a great way to bring some personality to a space.”
She adds, “The latest trends are also geared toward creating a warm look with curved furnishings, and an emphasis on natural materials, such as rattan and terrazzo, and light woods (especially oak) for floors/cabinets. The gray story fades in favor of brown; warmer tones replace cooler colors. “.
Blue (especially navy) remains a classic favorite, while a richer, earthy palette is gaining momentum – olive, cinnamon, rust and candy. Walls painted in saturated colors can create a stunning focal point.
For a family on the Great Neck, Grunberger used cheerful colors throughout. The kitchen’s dining area features colorful floral curtains with coordinating artwork and accessories, adding a whimsical touch. The living room features Ralph Lauren accents with a warm blend of colours. The gold woven wallpaper is balanced by a traditional Turkish rug of gold, olive, and red. A red onyx fireplace is the perfect choice for deep wood paneling and the colors echo in the silk curtains. Plaid and paisley pillows add visual interest and comfort.
In a teen’s bedroom, a chartreuse ceiling balances a dreary gray wall, hot pink vinyl headboard, and colorful wall art. In the second girl’s room, the designer chose a metallic dog wallpaper—perfect for her animal-loving client. Teal walls, a bright geometric rug, patterned bedding and pillows, and a restored mid-century modern armchair in a houndstooth print complete with colorful piping.
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Also named one of Long Island’s 15 Best Interior Designers, Amy Luria of Luria Design & Style, in Port Washington, says many customers are looking for interesting materials, light, and lots of colour.
In one kitchen project, she used unique tile work on the back lashes and opted for white paneled cabinets. And the island was painted a refreshing blue.
“Lighting is an important thing now; people are more aware of it, Luria notes, because it improves mood.” And art is big, too. people hung with a substance, [3-D] Multimedia artwork on their walls.”
Nowadays, even countertops can have color. “I love Cambria so much; they come out with interesting quartz textures and colors,” she adds. In another kitchen, Luria chose a backsplash with Confetti tile in circular mosaic.
Donald Altman, psychotherapist and former Buddhist monk and author of The Law of Mindfulness And simply attentive, Provides health tips for working at home. He says, “Put your work space near a window or where you can enjoy a view of nature or the sky.”
“We need to focus and calm ourselves by using the tools of our awareness and the intentional shaping of our environment. If you work at home, you can create a relaxing environment that brings you into the present moment, regulates your feelings and motivates you.”
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