Interior Design Articles by Carole Marcotte

In this new Covid world, some folks will continue to telecommute and perhaps need some home office ideas for the long haul. 

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Okay, it’s that time of year when I go against my instincts and share design trends for the coming year.

Yup, it’s true. Catch it now because I’m generally not a trendy gal. I believe in buying what you love and finding classic pieces instead of being a slave to design...Read More

Hey, if Europeans are skeptical, then maybe we should pay attention, right?...Read More

I am having some women over this week and thought I would test drive my Thanksgiving table.

I wanted a more white than orange look and I didn’t have a lot of time. A quick trip to the Read More

I attended High Point this past time with no agenda but rather chose to attend some seminars and wander the showrooms.

I loved roaming High Point with no schedule except for a couple educational opportunities. Absorbed by the color and feel, I visited showrooms just for fun and didn’t...Read More

I don’t like the focus on “househunters” for HGTV shows.

I want to see renovation or decorating when watching HGTV because, hello (?), that’s why I tuned in. When HGTV shows first started, design shows dominated the line-up. I first discovered HGTV in 1997 while...Read More

Textiles and texture in design adds so much to your room. Think about textured curtain trim or your basket collection or even the feel of towels you choose. Layering textiles and texture provide a visual and literal touch in your home.

Bedroom pillows

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Or what you need to know about size, style and type of floor ideas.

Floor decisions happen early in the construction phase and the choices vary, given the conditions in different rooms. Rug ideas come later in the decorating phase and things to consider include certain measurements...Read More

There are many lighting ideas from how lighting functions in our homes to the various lighting styles available.

Lighting ideas play such an important role in design. First of all, lighting provides certain functions from ambient, mood lighting or functional reading lights or task lighting...Read More

I have compiled my best interior design tips for a 7-part series over the next several months.

Part One gives general interior design tips and future parts will cover specific areas from lighting to styling tips. My collection of tips grew over the years but they desperately needed sorting....Read More

This design client came to me with a photograph of Scalamandre’s zebra fabric in a vivid red color.

I told my design client they also make a Read More

Happy Memorial Weekend to everyone! Whether heading to the beach or enjoying time at home, here’s some red, white and blue decorating to inspire you.

This guest bedroom below was a catchall for extra furniture, textiles and art. With new Read More