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The Ease of Glamour - Living Luxurious

At Traci Connell Interiors, we make it our GOAL, and our JOB to be sure to deliver

a quality product to our clients.

What does that mean? Well, we are here to tell you.

Many/most of our clients have pets, children, or simply like to entertain. We recognize the lifestyle and want to make it doable WHILE having a gorgeous interior home.

We have many ways we can incorporate durable products into our design.

(FiberSeal fabric protectant on sofa)

Our Kravet rep was in our office with these BEAUTIFUL fabrics. Not only were they beautiful, but listen to this -- These indoor fabrics had over 50,000 double rubs (fancy way of saying they will withstand ... a lot) , but they are so soft and pretty and when used INDOORS make for the perfect combo of glamorous and durable.

Better yet was the lush feel of the navy outdoor fabric on the left... the texture was super soft and if it can withstand rain and mildew... then certainly sticky hands.

Stay tuned for more resources we use daily in our design to make your home

more livable and while keeping that luxurious look... your friends will never know!

Thursday, September 21, 2017 Comments: 0

Bringing the Ease into Faucets and Plumbing Fixtures... Glamorously

Lately, we have been selecting plumbing fixture after plumbing fixture!

And our first decision is always... how can we make this selection glamorous AND useful?

Some of the top brands have come out with touchless technology that is invigorating:

This idea allows you to use your kitchen sink without contaminating the handle with raw meat or a messy chocolate covered hand.

Kohler Touchless

Moen Motionsense

Pfister React Technology

Delta Touch20

Our 2nd question is always ... what will the finish be?

Our current top two finishes are POLISHED NICKEL and CHROME.

(the Delta Vero Collection)

According to Houzz, read on the find out the difference between the two finishes!

POLISHED NICKEL:

If you like a smooth, shiny finish but are tired of chrome, try polished nickel.

It's darker than chrome, and with different levels of lighting it can appear to change in color.

(an American Standard Faucet from our visit to Ferguson for a custom Highland Park build!)

(a Brizo Faucet from our visit to Ferguson for a custom Highland Park build!)

Advantages: Easy to clean. A durable finish. A great alternative to brushed nickel.

Disadvantages: More expensive. It's hard to find matching accessories or fixtures for it.

Styles it works with: Like chrome, it looks great in a variety of settings: modern,

contemporary, traditional and eclectic.

CHROME:

Chrome is currently one of the most popular finishes because of its versatility.

(a Brizo Faucet in Chrome Finish)

(a Brizo Shower System in Chrome Finish)

Advantages: It's generally the most inexpensive finish. It's a very easy finish to clean and maintain. It's durable, easy to find and easy to match with accessories and other fixtures.

Disadvantages: Shows water spots and fingerprints.

Styles it works with: Almost every style.

So what's your style? Your "finish of choice"??

Tuesday, April 4, 2017 Comments: 0

Design Delivered: Client Project, A Master Bedroom Retreat

If you have followed Traci for very much time at all, you have probably heard about our "online design" package called Design Delivered!

Well, tighten your seat belts because we have taken off with this service and refined it for YOUR use and ease.

Now, after YOU... the client, choose the room you'd like designed and tell us a little about the space, we will complete the design in a quick and organized fashion. You will then receive a beautiful box in the mail containing samples of your paint, fabric and any other items you'll need to put your room together.

As always, you'll receive an email with your full custom design, and links to each and every product needed to transform your room.

Check out the soft and relaxing Master Bedroom below!

The client wanted a "retreat" in their home, that was all their own. Away from work, kiddos and TV!

So we created just that.

With a few drawings and elevations we were able to lay out the space just right.

And then see the full package come together! The beautiful blue-grey, cream and

ivory really brought this look together.

We used a washable bedding set that will be perfect in case those kiddos or puppies sneak in. The crypton fabric headboard protects their bed for years to come.

Even throughout an online design project, we can continue to uphold our standard of livable luxury and durable design.

We loved the whole outcome! Contact us to help make your bedroom (or any room) a perfect retreat!

Tuesday, March 21, 2017 Comments: 0

Unusual Trends of the Year

As we get further into 2017, we ask ourselves the

question...

WHAT will be the hottest unusual trend THIS year??

Well, here at TCI, we have a few ideas, and can't wait to implement them.

Our TOP choices for 2017:

1. Metal Accents - Gold or Silver!

** Won't damage as easily as wood

2. Additions of Stone - Especially Aria Quartzite

** Completely indestructible and not porous

3. Textural Wallpaper - Grasscloth or Solids

4. Unique Fixtures in Unusual Spaces - Speciality Plumbing Fixtures

HOW do you implement these trends??

Here are a few slides to give you a visual for these looks!

A MASTER BEDROOM TREND:

- Bring a touch of the unexpected into your bedroom by using an Aria Stone quartzite as artwork. Because as Aria's motto goes .. "Stone is Art".

(This particular quartzite is a 3CM Verde Acquamarina Slab. ... Simply Beautiful)

- Use a mixture of metals throughout side tables, lighting, and accessories

- Wallpaper an accent wall in a textural wallpaper.

A MASTER BATHROOM TREND:

- WOW yourself each day as you step foot into your bathroom by wrapping your bath tub wall surround in a beautiful white quartzite from Aria Stone.

(This particular stone is a 3CM Bianco Quartzite)

- Give your bathroom a splash of shine with metals throughout your wall sconces, vanity and tub faucets, AND cabinet hardware

- Don't skimp on the plumbing fixtures. They can be the icing on the cake in your master bath retreat if they SAY something about your space.

Gear up for 2017 and jazz up your home!

Wednesday, March 15, 2017 Comments: 0

A Spring Cleaning Plan that Guards your Glamour

Spring cleaning can be daunting. AND you always seem to slip back into the "old" routine of piles, stacks and mess.

So how can you choose to loose the junk and guard the glamour that is your home? We're here to tell you 3 tips that will help you keep your luxurious home looking brand new... with EASE!

1. Bust your Dust
- Remove everything
- Vacuum and Wipe
- Only put back what you need

2. Refresh your Textiles
- Choose indoor/outdoor fabrics for durable, long lasting appeal
- Faux leather IS in
- Take larger area rugs to be professionally cleaned