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Fall 2018 One Room Challenge: Week One

Here we go! I'm very excited to be taking on another project and participating as a featured designer in Calling it Home's One Room Challenge. If you're not familiar with the ORC, then click...

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SHAY GEYER FABRIC COLLECTION | IBB Design

BY SHAY GEYER OWNER & DESIGNER shay@ibbdesign.com @designershay on Instagram “Arrows” was one of the first patterns that I developed for my new fabric collection. I wanted it to have a painterly effect where the brushstrokes were evident....

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One Room Challenge Week One

Hey everyone!  It’s been a minute 😉  Things have been crazy busy around IBB & we haven’t been blogging as frequently as we should.  That’s all about to change though because I’ve decided to...

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Family Photos as Artwork

Happy Tuesday everyone! Things are moving right along with the progress of moving my mom into her new home. You may have had a chance to see a few sneak peeks here. I wanted...

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New Video: Stylish Family Friendly Design

Tips for a Stylish Family Friendly Design:1)    Keep your larger pieces neutral to allow you flexibility to switch out your accent colors more easily in the future.2)    Use an upholstered ottoman as a cocktail table. ...

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Design with Meaning

I love it when the magic of design comes together for a client and brings out a deep connection between their life & their home. Today, I’m offering you a sneak peek inside a...

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Master Makeover

IBB designer, Shannon Gidney, recently transformed the master bedroom for some of her clients. Take a peek at what the room looked like before.The room felt dated & needed a new fresh look!Shannon selected...

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New Video: Get Inspired for your Design Projects!

Yesterday on Good Morning Texas, I showed the viewers a few different ways to get inspired to jump start their design projects. The vignette I took to GMT involved these fabulous & oh-so-comfy zig-zag...

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Wall Treatments: In or Out?

I’m often asked about how I feel about accent walls and wall treatments. Should people use them or not? Yes! I am a fan of accents & wall treatments. I actually have an entire...

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Style Spotter Rewind

TGIF design devotees!  I have a BIG announcement for you all!  I’m so excited to have been invited back to be a part of the Style Spotters program ~ Style Spotters Rewind ~ for the...

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Embrace Color!

Don’t be afraid of color!  Have no fear, bring in the color for fresh and fun cheer!!You see vibrant colors and room combinations all the time and may find yourself saying, “Wow! This is...

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Beautify your Bookshelves!

JT is back on the blog again today with some great advice on accessorizing your bookshelves.So often clients send out a “911” when it comes to accessorizing bookshelves.  It can be tricky ~ figuring...

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Sneak Peek Saturday: Dallas Market

Last night I had a blast gathering at a cocktail party with local design bloggers for the Dallas Market Center’s Sneak Peek at the January home & gift market.With @DeniseMcGahaWith Lisa Robison & Kim...

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Good Old Red, White & Blue

In honor of the 4th of July, let’s talk about some  All-American colors!  Friday on Good Morning Texas, I showed you different ways you could incorporate the classic red, white & blue color palette...

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It’s ON!

I’ve got exciting news my fellow interior design aficionados!  I’m thrilled to announce my editorial debut & partnership with ON magazine.  Now, you’ll be able to get my latest design tips & trends in...

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Got Questions???

I’ve got answers!!!  I will be answering viewer questions on an upcoming GMT segment.  Post your questions here on the Designer Detective  blog now!  If your question is used on the show, you’ll get...

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Busy Mom’s Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

It’s snowing like crazy in Dallas today.  My sweet little princess is home from school & enjoying playing in the snow while I try to play catch up from traveling earlier this week.  Today...

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Video: Create a cozy look for your home

Greetings design lovers!  It’s still winter time & there’s nothing better than a cozy environment during the cold winter months.  Today on Good Morning Texas, I gave a few pointers to help you create...

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Que Bella!!!

We’re live from a stunning Bella Custom home on GMT this morning.  We talking size & scale when selecting furniture for your home with a sneak peak into this amazing Dallas mansion.  Tour the...

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