Navy Blue Inspiration

Dark shades of blue are becoming a very popular trend this season. Solids & patterns alike, these sleek hues are both elegant & sophisticated. Shop these SDG picks for 2013 online!

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Introducing Our Newest Team Member, Kayla

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SDG is welcoming the newest member to the team.  Kayla Harvey is studying to achieve her Bachelors of Arts in Interior Design, and is working as an intern this spring.  Hailing from the Hoosier state of Indiana she has moved around the Midwest several times before settling here in Dallas.  In addition to previous work experience in the field of event management, Kayla has also worked in IT sales and as a design drawing tutor at Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  She is ready to bring her enthusiasm and passion for design to SDG.

Kayla Recommends these Design Blogs…

designsponge.com
Designsponge.com is a great resource for everyday residential design inspiration.  Since it is updated frequently throughout the day it is worthwhile to check in periodically to see what is happening.
fab.com
If I am looking to find a special gift, or just seeking an item to fall in love with for my own home I always check out Fab.com.  Fun, quirky, and unique items can serve as inspiration for a room, or the perfect, albeit unexpected, accent to finish a space.
inhabitat.com
Eco-friendly, meets Architecture, meets Art, meets good Design. Inhabititat.com is the place to search for the latest green innovation.  The information here ranges all the way from the tiny house movement to massive scale green hotel designs, and everything in between.

Interior Design Show Toronto

Cristie spent last week in Toronto with some of the most innovative and creative interior designers & design professionals from the US, Canada and beyond. IDS Toronto is Canada’s design fair, featuring world-renowned designers and architects as key-note speakers and inspiring exhibits for the design community to experience. During the week, Cristie attended the Business of Design Conference with host Kimberley Seldon, a good friend and fellow interior design professional. Kimberley is a well known interior design personality in Canada and the US. She runs her design firm, Kimberley Seldon Design Group, created Dabble Magazine, and serves as host for a variety of  t.v. shows. Kimberley provided an insightful perspective into her successful business and her secrets to that success.

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A stunning light fixture installation

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