A copper backsplash, counters and green cabinets… This is amazing!

If you look closely, you will see the stainless range.

I am not the only one who likes to mix it Up!

Again, copper mixed with stainless… and white this time!

This is so chic

Copper Walls, I can’t even!

This application is something that I have been trying to convince clients to try for years.

It is a little pricey, but a little amazing too! 

Please, Please, Please someone let me try this!!!

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This simple DIY would make any furniture piece or cabinet more industrial.

Click link below for how to.

You can also use copper pipe to make curtain rods.

If you are wanting to add some copper, but it’s not time to renovate, how about trying a ladder?

Here’s another DIY project…

Click on link below for instructions

Another inexpensive way to add copper 

Baskets!

Another (non Permanent, but not inexpensive) way to add copper is Furniture.

Photo speaks for itself!

I have used copper in many of my projects

Here is a custom copper mantle that I specified for a client to add to her existing design

I am always on the lookout for copper while shopping Estate Sales and Antique Stores.

I got a steal with this Found Vintage Copper Pot. I used it in the bathroom

 I designed for the Symphony Designer House Spring of 2014

In my client’s Kitchen, we had this custom copper hood made to coordinate with the

 hammered copper apron front sink and other copper accents.

We also used stainless steel, brass and oil rubbed bronze.

What do you think about Copper? Will you join the trend?

I would love to see how you have used copper in your designs!

$189,900

5013 North Hills Blvd.

North Little Rock, Ar

72116

2240 SF 

4 BR, 2.5 Bath

Updated Kitchen
Newly Painted
Granite Counters, Hardwood Floors

High End Security

Listed by:

 Lindsey Binz Home Company 

501.350.6811

I love a good antique or vintage find.
More importantly, I love the hunt.

It is one of the ways I like to de-stress

Estate Sales, flea markets and even garage sales can be some of the best places to find some of the most unique pieces. I love it when I find a cool piece at a next to nothing price.

The challenge and the unexpected is what keeps me in the game. 

Some of the most interesting homes are ones that have pieces with History.
The challenge is taken to a whole new level when mixing these pieces with new furniture
and/or more modern interiors 

We found (and painted) a vintage mirror and vanity to pair with my clients new furniture.
We finished it off with vintage books. Another one of my Go To finds!

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I have had people ask me to be on the lookout for specific things.

That is not how it works for me. Due to my busy (creative) brain, I have to take it all in when I shop. If I am looking for something in particular, I might (and usually do) miss something great.

I have honed my eye over the years and gravitate toward unique, interesting pieces. 

When I find something that I LOVE, I buy it (if it’s the right price) and find a place for it!

Not the other way around…

Here are some of my favorite things to find while I am out hunting and gathering.

Globes are always a great find. 

They are easy to carry and usually inexpensive and can be used in a variety of ways

Bottles are another item that are easy to transport and store and are affordable.

Like globes, bottles look best in groups.

Items for kids rooms.

This is a great way to decorate shelves on a very small budget. 

Most of these items can be found for under $10 each. 

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Pinch Me, It’s March!

Spring is ALMOST here.

YAY

Other than Madness, this month, I think of the color green! 

As in grass, trees, shamrocks and… Rooms! 

Yes, I am so over brown and ready for some new growth and bright colors.

It seems like just yesterday that Emerald was the color of the year. 

Maybe because it is still very much on the scene, and for good reason.

“Green is the most abundant hue in nature – the human eye sees more green than any other color in the spectrum,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®.

Mixing small amounts of various shades of green can liven up even the most neutral spaces.

Something a little more bold, like a green sofa, is perfect for an eclectic home.

 Green window panels would be the perfect amount of green to give a room a glamorous feel.

Bringing the outdoors in is another way to incorporate green.

In this space I designed a few years back,  I covered the floor in astro turf.
It was perfect for the durability and comfort of a kids play room.
It’s very easy and inexpensive too!

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Some of my favorite green items that I would love to see in my home, or a clients!

1 Ro Sham Beaux, 2 Vintage Le Corbusier , 3 Bassett Furniture Fabric, 4 Surya Rug

Happy (almost) Spring!!!

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Nuloom

Textured tiles are really on trend right now.

I love the mixture of the red with black grout.

Don’t be afraid to go bold

If painting walls red is too much for you,

feather wall art is a fun way to add a little bit to your space

Last but not least

These Lips 

Original Painting by Arkansas Local Artist

Lauren Meredith

To see more of her art visit her Facebook Page 

https://www.facebook.com/lmeredithart

XOXO

What are the top priorities (all of equal importance) to do when putting your house on the market???

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This post is based on my opinion and experience as a Real Estate Broker and Interior Designer.

Over the past 8 years, I have seen houses in most of the 

neighborhoods in Little Rock and surrounding areas.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Aside from Location, Location, Location- and of course geographical aspects 

(some things you can’t change)

San Diego Reader

I have learned that the real estate market is a Price War and Beauty Contest…

with Beauty weighing in heavily!  

(these things you can change)

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1

First of all, you MUST price your house to Sell

There really are no exceptions to this rule…

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2

I cannot stress enough how important well thought out space planning is 

when it comes to selling your home.

Decor Mentor

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Space planning blocks out interior spatial areas, defines circulation patterns, and develops plans and layouts for furniture and equipment placement.

You might need to hire an experienced design professional to do this for you.

Some architectural changes might even be necessary if this was done poorly during construction.

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3

Up to date finishes are very important if you want to price your home at the high end of the market.

Again, hiring a professional can be a very good idea when remodeling/redecorating.

Hanstone Quartz

Marble of the World

I have seen way too many “updated” homes 

that were done in such bad taste that it did more harm than good.
So please be careful when choosing your finishes.
Try to stick with neutrals to appeal to a larger group of people.

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However, sometimes there is just not enough time to do updates prior to listing.

If that is the case, you need to adjust your listing price accordingly.

4

Zazzle

An experienced Real Estate agent should be able to give you the correct list price to get your home sold, if they have done their homework!

If they tell you they think your home should be listed at a certain price,

 then you should list it very close to that.

It’s their job and hopefully they are good at it. 

You might consider talking to a few agents that have experience selling in your area.

 Please don’t just go with the lowest commission agent.

YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR!!!

And

Believe me, the Agent is earning his or her commission! 

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PHOTOS

Online Photos are most likely the VERY FIRST impression your potential buyers
will have of your home.
Take good ones or hire a photographer.
Investing in photography could mean the difference in your house getting a showing.

The Property Group

It’s a good idea to show various angles of a space and to get details of the features of your home.

Lindsey Binz Home photo Via Karen Segrave

Christmas is over and we have a lot of new stuff, which means finding a place for all of it.  

I am in the mood to get this house in order. Starting with the kids spaces. 

So I revisited some of my Pinterest boards to see if I am still Pinspired by any of them.

Here are some of my favorite ideas…

I do have a 3rd grader and one in Kindergarten so as you can imagine reading is a pretty big deal over here. This nook would be a great motivator to get some noses buried in books.

Hey- I would read in there if no one else would! 

I love these Ikea shelves and Restoration Hardware baskets.

Just perfect for all the clutter that has accumulated over the past Few Years lifetime!

I have an old computer cabinet that could easily be painted and used for storage like this one below

I’ll add that to my “goals” for the new year…

Use Chalk Paint (that I bought last year)

Baskets are one of my favorite organizing tools.  There are so many attractive and affordable options.
Here are 3 of different shapes and sizes to coral all of your toys and kids’  stuff.

Land of nod, Target and Container Store

I don’t want to fool you with all these pretty photos and ideas.
Right now my house is in utter chaos
with cardboard boxes and trash bags.
EVERYWHERE

It’s easy to find pictures on Pinterest,
but a little more difficult to execute with the Mini’s home all day – every day.
Even though their things cause my house to be messy and unorganized, I know that their time as kids goes quickly, so I will not let it stress me out (too bad)

But I’ll need to wait until after they go back to school to start this project because…

I do acknowledge my control issues and

 I am okay with the fact that I am not perfect (even though it’s hard to admit)

BUT…

I hope you enjoy your vacation as much as we will and are inspired to do a little organization too!

Who says it’s last minute? There are still 5 full shoppings days left until Christmas! 

But you  we better hurry! 

What’s on my list???

Well, probably like most of you, I have everything I need so I really didn’t ask for much.
But I love buying for others, so I did see some pretty cool gifts while shopping online…

Here are some of my faves…

Lomography Diana F+ Medium Format Camera with Flash
$70

Mini wooden speaker

Uncommon Goods

Crochet Scarf

I might or might have not bought some of these

Custom Stationary 

Pretty Cool Makeup and Ipad Docking Station
Even though it would take longer to get my iPad set up to watch, then I typically spend putting on makeup!
$80

Etsy

 Inexpensive, yet beautiful
Succulents are perfect gifts!

Pop Sugar

Vintage Globes are super cool
I recently found one at Midtowne Antique Mall- I snagged for $38.00
I love it

1st Dibs

Be still my Heart
I have NO Idea why, but I am obsessed with Antique Books

Tumbler

So if you are still in need of some gifts, you better get them purchased!
Especially if you have some little ones expecting their version of the “Red Ryder BB Gun”

Each year the Pantone Color Institute nominates a “Color of the Year”,
forecasting which specific hue designers and consumers will supposedly
be using in their homes, wearing, and buying for the next 12 months. 

So of course,

I can’t resist writing about this when the 2015 color has just been released.

“Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a fulfilling meal, while its grounding red-brown roots emanate a sophisticated, natural earthiness. This hearty, yet stylish tone is universally appealing and translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and interiors,” says Pantone

How they choose these colors is a mystery to me.

Sometimes, I like what they choose and other times not so much.

This time I actually do and I can’t wait to mix this earthy color with some of my favorites.

I am pleased to say that it looks great with the color that I just chose for my office walls

Buoyant Blue by Sherwin Williams

With white and grey as a back drop, this color is even more Amaze…ing

In this Tribeca Loft, Marsala couldn’t fit in better.
It pairs perfectly with Emerald Green,
the still popular Color of the year for 2013.

One Kind Design

 Marsala window panels make a bold statement.
I love the contrast against simple white walls.

For all of you that have your houses on the market (don’t want to do anything permanent)
or just want a touch of Marsala.
Barstools are a great way to add it to your space.

Brabbu

Rugs are another great way to bring in this
rustic brown~bold berry blend, without a major commitment!

PHOTO: Lincoln Barbour, designed by Jessica Helgerson

Iconic Interior Designer, Miles Redd, was ahead of the curve with these walls.

Here’s a peak at the other Pantone Spring colors…I’m loving them ALL

The Spotted Olive

Which of these are you going to have in your home in the upcoming year?

I would love to help you decide.

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The Lovely Forest

Cashmere Fog