Whatever your design preferences, one of these four lovely bedrooms is sure to please. We have chosen four of our favorite color schemes and picked out exemplary bedrooms for each one. These elegant rooms abound with design inspiration, even if you are not strictly sticking to one of our four color schemes.  Look around, mix and match, and create your own beautiful bedroom retreat.   Warm Earth Tones Color Scheme This color scheme offers a variety of versatile combinations ranging from mossy greens to rustic reds and simple neutrals. Combined, these colors create an elegant space that is also warm, [Read more...]

It’s that time of year… Winter has worn on, and, even if snow is still falling, we are ready for spring and all of the great design that it brings. Spring is the time to cast aside winter’s neutrals and infuse some fresh, vibrant colors into your home. Below, we have listed a few our favorite hues for this spring season. Each of these hues is a great option for bringing the freshness of spring into your home. To quickly incorporate these hues in your home, look for pillows, vases, and other accessories in these colors. Switching out towels and [Read more...]

Accent walls are painted in a different color or style from the rest of the room, adding a healthy dose of drama and fun to any room in your home.  An accent wall could feature a pattern, texture, or color, and should be complemented by relatively neutral walls throughout the rest of the room. Accent walls are a great way to liven up a small room without it feeling overwhelming. On the other hand, a rich accent color can also make a larger space feel warmer and more intimate. Check out these beautiful examples of accent walls and see if [Read more...]

As September begins, it is time to turn our thoughts towards fall and all of the wonderful things it brings- crisp leaves, cool breezes, crackling fires. This fall, bring the warm richness of the season into your home with some simple yet dramatic decorating touches. Give your upholstery a new look by adding throw pillows or drapes in warm autumnal hues- rich reds, golden yellows, pumpkin oranges, or deep browns. Utilize fall’s famous foliage- abundant fall branches, berries, or pine cones all make for beautiful, natural displays. Update your table with seasonal touches- vases of leaves, warm-hued place settings, cozy, [Read more...]

The entryway should greet your guests, welcoming them into your home, and setting the scene,  so when decorating a foyer put as much thought into it as you would any other room in the house. Think about style, color and what kind of mood you want to create.  A few essentials to remember: A table, chest or shelf Mirror or focal point Light Carpet Runner or Large Door Mat And fresh flowers are always a convivial way to say “hello”!  

The color is often reserved for Hollywood’s most famous or even record breaking Olympiads, but the shimmering metallic color of gold has recently made a resurgence into the spaces of many. Appearing in frames to fabric and furniture, gold is a great metallic that ensures warmth into any room, more so than a silver or pewter. Whether it’s incorporated into your office storage or your own living room upholstery, gold can add an understated elegance most. There is a key to this attractive allure- you don’t want to go overboard. Styling with some soft, glam accent pieces, a golden seamed [Read more...]

Here at Q + E Design Source, we hope that you all had a lovely holiday weekend as well as a patriotic Independence Day! We thought it would be useful to scour the interior design world for the best tabletop and party decor pieces that we believe made this year’s holiday the most national (yet fashionable!) holiday yet. Whether you like to go all-out for your country or prefer to celebrate with more of a simple look, we found our favorite ideas for all styles, tastes and price points. From casual get-together buys to favorable and fun ideas for creating [Read more...]

Before you tackle anything on my to-do list, always take the time to organize your space. No one completely thrives in chaos and confusion. The trick is in controlling the clutter. Start with paper, the main one to blame; file, recycle or even shred papers and mail every day in order to keep the mounds from forming. Next, make sure you are utilizing your files, cabinets, or other organizational tools- it’s easy to forget about them! Storage is the key to a happy and clean desk, but here’s the kicker- you can still be chic and colorful while being orderly! Instead [Read more...]

Tired of pictures on your wall? Fabric panels are super simple and can be bought or custom made by you. Not only can it be a quick project, but they are easy to make and definitely inexpensive! What is even better is that most people have extra pieces of cloth lying around the house that they don’t know what to do with; you can use all different types of fabric like old tablecloths, drapes, or even towels. Fabric stores also have a variety of patterns and colors that will surely cater to your individual look that you are going for.

Since we’re in the midst of spring and summer is already on its way, what better time to talk about one of our favorite colors: turquoise! The beautiful, vibrant blue-green shade brings to mind crystal clear tropical waters and exotic locations. Great word associations, if you ask us! When it comes to interiors, turquoise rooms are fun, bold, and whimsical all at the same time. If you’re feeling a little less risky, try turquoise furniture or turquoise accessories–they will add a splash of color and an element of fun! Check out some of our favorite turquoise rooms below. Photo Credit: [Read more...]