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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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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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What’s a Welt Cord?

Dear Designer Detective,I often hear you refer to a welt cord when pointing out things on the furniture you showcase on Good Morning Texas.  What exactly is a welt cord?~Tina D.McKinney, TXDear Tina,Great question! ...

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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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Color Trends

Dear Designer Detective,What are the latest color combinations for home decorating? What combinations do you view as timeless?~HollyDear Holly,What a great question!  I love talking about color.  My favorite new hot color combination right...

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Windows with Style

Dear Designer Detective,Need to find out what to do about window coverings in our family room. We don’t want to block or distract from any of wonderful view, but leaving them plain just doesn’t...

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Viewer Questions Answered!

Have a design dilemma or topic you need help with?  Need some fresh ideas, paint or fabric advice, or just want to be up to date on current design trends?  Need an opinion on...

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