Aging in Place With Style

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Aging-in-place has become a hot topic in the interior design industry, and for good reason. Atlanta Home Improvement Magazine recently published a great article exploring this important design specialty, and how it can affect your life. Unfortunately, many seniors do not implement any aging-in-place features in their homes until after an accident occurs. Why? … [Read more...]

Artist Profile: Michael Szabo

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It's time for another post in our Artist Profile series! Today, we're looking at the art of a talented metalworker, Michael Szabo. This California artist creates sculptural vessels, water features, paintings, and sculptures using alternative metal fabrication techniques. The results are beautifully sculpted works that possess intriguing textures and dynamic forms.   We … [Read more...]

Plant a Cutting Garden This Spring

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No matter how well-decorated and designed a space may be, it's undeniable that fresh flowers will make it even more lovely. Here at MJN & Associates Interiors, fresh flowers are one of our secret weapons to finish off a space with style. You don't have to create a sophisticated arrangement to enhance your home decor; sometimes a few blooms in a simple … [Read more...]

Universal Design for Wounded Warriors

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Our principal designer Michelle Nettles recently attended class to become a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS), and we discussed in a previous blog post how aging in place and universal design are growing trends in the home design industry. These related fields of interior design strive to create spaces that are accessible to as many people as possible, … [Read more...]

Art Deco Design in the Hunger Games

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You've probably heard of the hit Young Adult franchise The Hunger Games that recently made its way from bookshelves to the silver screen. This dystopian sci-fi series has garnered a huge following all over the world, and not just by young adults. The series, which follows a smart, brave heroine named Katniss, seems to appeal to just about everyone, as evidenced … [Read more...]

Sunroom Makeover: Before and After

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It's not uncommon for our clients to have areas of their homes that aren't being used. Whether this is due to an architectural or interior design issue, sometimes all it takes to make a space work for you is a little creativity. Hiring a professional interior designer can be helpful for space planning issues like this, because we can provide a fresh, creative … [Read more...]

What Are Universal Design and Aging in Place?

Note the Universal Design features in this bathroom, like the lack of a shower threshhold (no tripping hazard) and the easy to flip faucet handle.

If you follow design news, you may have heard about a new movement called Universal Design. This exciting idea taking hold in the design world aims to design products, services, and environments that can be used and enjoyed by as many people as possible without the need for adaption or specialized design. So, what does that mean from a practical perspective? … [Read more...]

Artist Profile: Dan Neil Barnes

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One of the many interior design services we offer is art selection, and we're always on the lookout for art that can enliven our clients' homes. Our principal designer, Michelle Nettles, recently attended the American Craft Council Show at the Cobb Galleria Centre and had the opportunity to see some beautiful work. This juried art show draws over 225 top contemporary … [Read more...]

Choosing Furniture for Outdoor Living Spaces

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Spring is in the air, pollen is on our cars, and the time to design your outdoor living spaces is here! There's nothing like relaxing outside on a beautiful spring day in Georgia, and taking the time to create a functional, welcoming outdoor living space will make it even more enjoyable. We've already shared some tips for preparing the space and creating your … [Read more...]

Cultivating Personal Style

Traditional furnishings, subdued walls, elegant lighting, and a classic rug get a dose of on-trend color and pattern through throw pillows. The pillows can easily be switched out to reflect current styles, while the rest of the decor is timeless.

With each new season comes a new crop of trends. It's good to keep up with what's in style and be aware of changing trends in home design, but at the end of the day, you're the one who has to live there! Don't let magazines and blogs tell you what your home should look like; use your personal style as a lens through which to interpret those ideas. We've all … [Read more...]