Set the Mood for Fall

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The temperature is falling, and autumn is finally here in Atlanta! Fall is such a beautiful season, especially this close to the north Georgia mountains. Using natural beauty for your inspiration, you can easily revamp your home for fall just by making a few simple changes. Seasonal decorating might seem a little tricky, but it doesn't have to be all pumpkins … [Read more...]

Where Do You Prefer Your Master Bedroom?

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The master bedroom is one of the most important spaces in your home. It's a sanctuary, a room for resting and relaxing; and as such, it makes sense to take care when designing the space. However, decor is not the only thing to consider when planning your master bedroom. Have you considered how location can affect your current and future use of the room? According … [Read more...]

Miami Beach Art Deco Style

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Our last Interior Design Style post covered the origins and history of Art Deco. Our own Michelle Nettles captured some great examples of Art Deco architecture on her recent trip to Miami Beach, and they really illustrate the style well. The Miami version of Art Deco retains all of the geometry, symmetry and futuristic inspiration of the variants seen in places … [Read more...]

Interior Design Style: Art Deco

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Recently, principal designer Michelle Nettles traveled to Miami Beach, home of some stunning examples of Art Deco design. The Miami Beach Architecture District (included on the National Register of Historic Places) actually has 30 blocks of hotel and apartment buildings from the 1920's through 1940's,  so she was able to snap some great photos to illustrate … [Read more...]

Mix and Match for Personalized Style

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At MJN & Associates Interiors, we love helping our clients all over the Atlanta area express personal style in their homes through great interior design. Everyone has their own vision of a "dream home," and that's rarely the same for any two people. One way we create unique, personalized spaces for our clients is by offering custom furniture from Saloom … [Read more...]

Interior Design Style: Arts and Crafts

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Do you enjoy simplicity, fine craftsmanship, and natural materials in your home? If so, you may be a fan of the Arts and Crafts school of design. Closely related to another modern design movement that we discussed recently, Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts originated in  the 1860's, yet retains widespread popularity today. The Arts and Crafts philosophy was … [Read more...]

Artist Profile: Brenda Bickerstaff-Stanley

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Art is an integral part of any interior, the finishing touch that makes a room complete and gives an extra bit of personality to the space. If possible, investing in original works by an artist you love is a great way to go. We absolutely love the work of Virginia-based fine artist Brenda Bickerstaff-Stanley. Brenda uses watercolors to create bold, bright … [Read more...]

Create Space by Raising Your Draperies

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Window treatments are such an important part of any room. They help create the framework for the space, set the tone (formal, casual, rustic, modern), and they are a great place to incorporate color and/or texture. Interior design is constantly evolving, and draperies are no exception. If you would like to update your home with a quick and easy project that … [Read more...]