by Andrea Lauren Interiors | Jul 22, 2012 | Bedrooms, Decorating Tips |
It seems like it was just yesterday that your “little one” was obsessed with cute little dinosaurs or Barbie dolls… or comic book heroes and teen idols. It’s time to realize that that was yesterday! Your children are growing up and summer time is the best time to change out the style of their bedrooms and show them that you’ve noticed they’re growing up! Give them a personalized place they can call their own! Especially if they are transitioning from grammar school to middle school or middle school to high school. A lot has changed since we were kids, but some things haven’t changed… children still want a private space that is completely about “them”! First step is to sit down and talk about their room and what they want to change. Have dinosaurs been replaced with super heroes? Or have super heroes been replaced by sports? Pick a new theme and then expand on it. Next, plan on changing out the items that will have the most impact visually, like window treatments, wall murals, bed coverlets and headboards. All of these are large enough to instantly give the room a new feel. For example, let’s use this nautical makeover as an example.Changing the color palate to blues and browns instantly changes the atmosphere of the room. Add the nautical flags swag to the windows, throw in a life preserver and add a couple of nautical accessories and voila! You have a really modern and interesting bedroom for your young sailor! Or, do you want something a bit more dramatic? Turn your future fashion designer daughter’s room into her...
by Andrea Lauren Interiors | Mar 26, 2011 | Bedrooms, Decorating Tips |
Orange and Pink Here is a little tip for you teenagers out there looking to add a little flair to your bedroom. Your room is your sanctuary. You want it to have that perfect atmosphere where you can just kick up your feet, turn on your favorite song and just be yourself, so get creative, all the while keeping up with the latest trends. For girl’s Orange and Pink are in. Look to combine these two colors in creative ways. Give your room that refreshing new feeling for the Spring season. Here is a photo to give you an idea of something you might try: Classic Blue For boys, blue is in an always. Start with the blue and then add your own style. This photo below shows a bedroom with a nautical theme. What’s your style? If sports is more you boat, you can try sports memoribilia and equipment. Strategically placed, these types of items can give you the coolest room on the block. For more ideas give us a call at 813-244-1181. We are here from 9 am until 5 pm Monday through Friday to assist in turning any room into the room of your...
by Andrea Lauren Interiors | May 4, 2010 | Bedrooms, Themed Decor |
What happens when the little girl who loved pink and canopy beds becomes a teenager? Her bedroom, once perfect for an eight-year-old, will need updating. Interior design firm Andrea Lauren Elegant Interiors recommends that parents and teens work as a team when remodeling teen bedrooms. It can be a fun project they’ll look back on for years to come. Priscilla Castellano, an interior designer and owner of Andrea Lauren Elegant Interiors in South Tampa, FL, has a long list of specialties including luxury interior designing, home restorations, and decorating bedrooms for baby nurseries to teenagers. She believes summer is prime time for teen-bedroom decorating projects. “Especially for teens entering high school next fall, now’s the time to get started on updating a teen bedroom,” said Castellano. “Well-designed bedrooms can help teens be more successful, both socially and academically.” Likely, a teenage girl will want a bedroom to reflect that she’s more mature, which means that frilly canopy and girly-girl pink is likely history. Sons may not be as particular about their rooms, but chances are they don’t want that dinosaur wallpaper from second grade. The bedroom also needs to be multipurpose, where the teen can study, entertain friends, and store an avalanche of stuff. Here are more tips from Castellano: • Encourage studying by including a desk, shelving, good lighting, and room for the computer. Teens are able to concentrate in a well-equipped space. • Allow plenty of room for self-expression, but be prepared to modify some over-the-top ideas. For instance, instead of deep teal or black paint, pick a lighter shade in the same color family. • Think about seating for when...
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