Monday, December 30, 2013

Color Combinations and Patterns


True or false: An all-white color palette will make an apartment look larger. False! This is a common misconception of small-space design, along with the idea that less furniture makes an apartment feel larger. Instead, carefully placed furnishings and carefully chosen color can create an inviting space with style way beyond its diminutive size.
The number one color rule for a small space? There are no rules — really. If you want your apartment to look like your favorite Pucci scarf, do your thing. The goal should always be to make your rented space personal and appeal to you. Having said that, the experts who deal with color and interior design all the time do know a thing or two. Here are their tips and tricks.

Choose Sharp Colors
One of the best ways to expand a space is with very clear colors it to choose a palette of sharper colors as opposed to duller ones. Sharp as in bright chintzes mixed with colorful plaids or really hot reds and electric blues, yellows and greens (with plenty of air between the pieces). Color combinations with negative space in between will enhance the space's clarity and openness.

Color Unexpected Accents
Bring splashes of color to a radiator, the inside of a bookshelf or a windowsill to bring excitement and depth to a room. If you're lucky enough to have a foyer or hall, paint that a dark color and ease into a lighter shades in the living room, which will make it feel more spacious by comparison.

Personal Styling Services

Throw by Moksha Fine Wovens

Personalized shopping and styling services for creating comfort in your life.  Karen Schuld helps her clients create a style that fits their personality.  Choice objects for both enhancing a room, while also adding functuality.

Bowls by Kenny Mac Designs

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Window Treatments


Window treatments are the best way to add color, pattern and instant style to your living room. Explore and research the latest trends in window treatments and find out how to add a fresh, updated look to your space.  I like shear to let the light in, but sometimes, in a bedroom,  I prefer a heavier window treatment to let the light and the cold air out.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Setting the Mood with Shapes

Table by John Lyle Designs

I like finding furniture with curves to help mood more sensual and dramatic.

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Creating Inspired, Functional and relaxed Spaces for Your Lifestyle


Life is about living well - enjoying time with loved ones, good food & well-designed spaces. Karen Schuld, at Rio en Medio Interiors, uses a fresh approach to design that improves clients' lives by creating inspired, functional & relaxed spaces that you'll love living in & showing off. If you're thinking of making a few updates to your home or office, we offer a variety of services that make the process fun & the results stunning.





Sunday, January 6, 2013

Enhancing Exterior Beauty Through Design



Juxtaposing textures and using reflections and colors to enhance ones environment.
I love using water and metal to enhance the surrounding vista.