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Nodd's Review Have you ever been in a house that seems just a bit
too small for the amount of stuff inside? Perhaps there are light switches or electrical
outlets that can't be found unless you know the exact piece of furniture it's
hidden behind? Or maybe a house that had, at one point, a straight path to the kitchen
but now requires more of an ‘S' maneuver? Well if you are like most of us, it's
a constant battle since the number of items coming in over the years greatly
outpaces the number of items leaving. The simple fact is that clutter is a
gradual process that homeowners get used to over time and its only when they
look at old photographs for example that they realize they've got a balance problem
or worse. But then what to do?
Introducing Décor Transitions and the ever-pleasant-to-be-around Karen Radique,
owner of this great local business. "I want people to want to live in their
homes," she told me over tea. "Your house needs to be your sanctuary... a
place that's cozy and tranquil" and this means bringing a new perspective to
existing furnishings and decorations. Karen does not judge the choices you've
made for art or color or furniture, but as a professional with a trained
sense of design, she helps you balance your home, top to bottom and side to
side, in order to get the most visual value out of those wooden bear carvings
from Alaska or that totem pole from Arizona or whatever it is that you find
precious. It's not what you've collected, it's about where you've placed them.
Karen will help you find efficiency and balance in order to make your house a great
destination... a comfortable place to live in, a warm place to invite guests over
tea.
Karen told me that a common misconception is that she's
an interior decorator but that could not be farther from the truth. Karen is rather
an Interior Refiner and there is a clear distinction between the two,
the most important of which is that Karen will help you save money by using
what you already own, not spend it on new stuff. So while an online ‘how to' guide
I found for interior decorators lists preferred clients as wealthy homeowners, corporate
head offices and bed and breakfast places, Décor Transitions becomes a helpful
friend to the rest of us. "It doesn't matter what style of furniture you
have," says Karen, "I use the furnishings you own and things you love"
to transform your house into your sanctuary. Karen involves the homeowner and educates
us in the process so that we can make informed decisions later on down the
road. There is no need to purchase a new armoire or curtains or paint. It's not
a make-over... it's a one day refinement.
"I have been around the Arts, Craft and Beauty world
for most of my life," says Karen. And
having studied textiles, design, tailoring, flat pattern making and draping, she
brings a great understanding of color, balance, proportion and space to your
home. So with all the craziness that we encounter in the office, at the mall or
on the streets, why continue that craziness when we return home? Your home
needs to be an uncluttered stress reducer, a ‘sanctuary', and if its not, well
then perhaps it's time to look into a Décor Transition with Karen Radique. What I do... Hello...my name is Karen Radique and I am a certified Interior Refiner
with Décor Transitions specializing in One-Day-Redecorating using the
furniture and accessories that you already have, therefore saving you
time and money.
Your home will reflect your taste and personality, because I work in
all design styles. The Consultation may include rearrangement of
furniture and accessories, and always, a written Design Plan that
covers everything from floor to ceiling......Paint, Lighting, Color, Window
Treatments, Furniture and Accessories.
Redecorate in a Day... The Interior Refiner's Way!
 One-Day Interior RefinementTM
Starting with your goals, use and vision of the room, I evaluate and
inventory your furniture, artwork, lighting and accessories to
determine a custom design plan... covers everything from floor to ceiling.
Color RefinementTM
Choosing an interior color scheme can be a
challenging task ... Décor Transitions will help you visualize how color can
transform your room with the 60-30-10 system.
Art and Accessory RefinementTM
Whether you have too many
accessories, collections, artwork or none at all...you will be shown how
to choose and display them to make every room comfortable, welcoming
and have your own personal touch.
ReSale-Ready RefinementTM
 For
homeowners and realtors who want to sell and increase the value of the
home by using the homeowners own furnishings and not through props or "staging".
Wardrobe and Closet Refinement
Your inner person
is reflected in what covers your exterior so it is important to decide
what you want your wardrobe to say about you. Your closet will be
cleared and inventoried with this in mind. You will learn the
psychology of dress, your impression on others, line and design.
Speaking Engagements
I am always happy to share the fun of
Redecorating and would love to speak to your group with presentations
tailored to your Decorating interests. Keeping up on the new ideas and
trends is a passion of mine, so I am constantly reading and taking
classes.
Prices
Depending on the Refinement, either a flat or an hourly rate is charged. |
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