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How Important Is The Role Of An Interior Designer?

Getting a condominium or house ready for a design  project involves more than just hiring a contractor. The help of a designer is important.

A Designer who is an expert in the field has access to many sources, not available to the public and will help with the selections of materials,

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Window coverings can help reduce your energy bill

By Sophie Azouaou 
May 13, 2020

Window coverings are an essential part of the design theme in your home but did you know they can also help reduce your energy bill?

In cold weather,

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How About Glass Tiles

Floor and wall covering options have increased in the last few years. 
More choices are offered to the consumers.
Glass tile is one of them and is really popular these days.
They can be elegant, sophisticated and the choices offered are endless.
Here is a comprehensive view on what glass tiles are:

Glass tiles as their name indicates are made from glass.

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Selecting the Right Carpet

Selecting the right carpet for your home can be confusing. There are too many choices on the market these days!
The first thing to do is to assess the room.
Then ask yourself the following questions:

  • Is the carpet for the family gathering area? 
  • Is it for a high traffic area?

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Your Home for the Holidays

Originally published by Hills Newspaper / East Bay Daily News

The holidays are quickly approaching. The earlier you prepare your home for the holidays the more you are likely to enjoy the spirit of the season. There are so many things to do that it can be overwhelming.

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How About Selecting The Right Bed Linens for Your Home?

We think you will agree that when it comes to decorating your home the Master Bedroom and Bathroom should be focal points and will set the tone in your home. One of the elements that will enhance the beauty for these rooms resides in selecting the right beddings and towels.

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Understanding Your Colors

Today colors seem to be categorized in eight specific groups based on consumer needs and desires in both style and color.

1. Colors of the past:
This group of colors provide a link to our childhood and  past:
– Muted and soft blue greens: 

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Forbes: Sophie Azouaou And The Wisdom Of Giving

… I sat down with Sophie Azouaou, the beloved designer of SophiSticate Interiors and one of the Bay Area’s most beloved quiet givers. Since her arrival in the city in 1988, she has been deeply involved in a number of local causes.

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HuffPost: Sophie’s 10 FREE ways to help victims

…I decided to reach out to my mentor and philanthropist Sophie Azouaou and asked for some advice. Sophie has been helping the less-than-fortunate folks in San Francisco for decades. From doing pro bono shelter remodels, helping abused children, to raising thousands of dollars for individuals suffering with AIDS.

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Houzz: Bedroom Reveal: Mesmerising Monochromes

Monochromatic colour schemes can be easier to work with when you are not too sure about working with different colours. You can play with colour variations, patterns, textures and styles and yet cohesively tie the space together. Here are some bedrooms that celebrate a single dominant colour in gorgeous ways.

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