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If one thing is for sure, my cre- ations are not possible without the inspiration behind them. Yet with so many outlets for inspira- tion, my biggest challenge as a designer is navigating through the many possibilities and arriving at a new vision. In this transient indus- try, with fleeting trends and ever- changing styles, the key to my designs is simplicity. While I’m always tempted by new trends, funky fabrics and crazy colors, it’s hard to surpass the original “pop of color” that a framed piece of artwork can achieve. Consider the following reasons and ways to incorporate art into your home this Spring: COLOR It’s no secret that color is directly correlated with mood and emo- tion. Depending on the particular space, a specific set of colors and furnishings are selected to achieve the ideal ambiance. My favorite way to channel color throughout a space is simply with artwork. Color trends come and go, but art is forever! Regardless of the style or size of the space, framed art is my go-to solution for incorporating color without taking over the room. What’s more, artwork allows you the freedom to experiment and adjust at any time. MIXING The way I see it, a home interior is not the place for uniformity. My designs constantly speak to a blending of styles, textures, and materials, and the same goes with displayed art. Mixing art is a fabu- lous way to add contrast and tell a story. FRAMING Transform a picture into a master- piece! Frames are used to charac- terize the artwork and bring the image to life. The options are end- less; contemporary, metallic, lucite, lacquered, herringbone, wood, there are even Chanel inspired frames. Everyone interprets art dif- ferently, so choose a frame that portrays the art as you see it. PLACEMENT The illusions that can be created simply by re-arranging objects are significant. Stacked art can be used to elongate wall space. Lay- ering frames against each other adds dimension, juxtaposing var- ied artwork creates variation, and mismatching forges character. Sometimes art is best hung, other times it’s better to lean it against the wall. Placement is vital, so play around... a lot! I hope you will find these tips helpful as we transition into brighter days. If you're looking for some new art, or you’re craving a re-design for the Spring, just call Kate! kate!!!designs fabric. color. design. home. -#6' &'5+)05 %1/ www.theconnectionsnj.com