Re green your interior design

Last week, at its annual conference in New Orleans, the American Society of Interior Designers released REGREEN, its set of guidelines for home remodeling with a shade of green.

In contrast with LEED, which scores and certifies green buildings, REGREEN is a set of guidelines, designed to give homeowners and interior design and buildings professionals the background and resources to evaluate green products and energy systems in the systems-based context of how an entire home operates.

As part of the online document [pdf] (hooray for tree-free), the guidelines are accompanied by 10 case studies covering different project types -- kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, finished basement remodel, gut rehab, etc. -- and is chock-full of home remodeling and interior design ideas, all with a green point of view.

The guidelines are just that -- guidelines -- rather than a script to be followed, which is closer to LEED's approach, and that has both drawbacks and benefits. Doing it right will require getting everybody -- including interior designers, contractors, sub-contractors and homeowners -- all on the same page, and the systems-based approach will require that everything work well together; executing a green home remodel won't be as easy as slapping in some bamboo cabinets and plugging in an Energy Star fridge. But if you're going to do it, you might as well do it well, right?

There's lots of other worthwhile resources in connection with the guidelines, including a green products checklist [pdf]; to learn more, click on over to the REGREEN site to check out the public comment results [pdf] or FAQs [pdf]. ::REGREEN Program via ::Dwell Daily

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Art is is where the heart is. Designing a home interior is only to turn a plain space out to be beautiful but also to manifest our “taste” in it. It calls for high skill and creativity as we have variety of tastes.

Having a home that stands out from the rest is every interior decorator’s dream. Unfortunately, many beginners feel intimidated by the tasks involved, especially without proper guidance. In order to avoid wasting time, effort and money, they need to plan well and keep abreast of the latest trends in home designs by reading magazines and browsing online. For starters, here are some ground rules on what to do and what to avoid:

Do’s
Do consider your home’s location and architectural style when planning your interior design. The goal is to maximize its natural assets while showcasing your distinct taste and artistic preferences. A good balance between the two often achieves the best results and lessens the need for frequent redecoration.

Do make use of a signature piece, such as modern wall art, to serve as a focal point for each room. Having contemporary wall decor, for example, not only gives a fresh look to the rest of the room but also helps you decide which fabrics, rugs and furniture to buy in order to create a particular style and mood.

Do coordinate the different design elements such as color schemes and patterns. Wood tone, motifs, flooring and fabrics are important unifying elements, while checks, stripes and geometric patterns may be used in various combinations to stimulate interest. Bear in mind that aesthetic considerations are always secondary to a room’s intended function.

Do apply the principle of balance, paying particular attention to visual weight, scale, pairing and symmetry. Repetition of colors, shapes and fabrics reinforces the style and theme of a room and is suggestive of careful planning.

Don’ts
Don’t let other people make decisions for you. Although asking friends and professionals for opinions can help you gain a fresh perspective, never compromise your own comfort and standards for the sake of anyone else. After all, your home is your sanctuary.

Don’t place your furniture too far apart. Chairs, sofa and tables should be grouped together and not hug the walls. This arrangement is both more practical for socialization purposes and more space efficient.

Don’t settle for cheap decorations. Modern wall art and other items of high artistic value are often worth every penny when used as the focal point of a room’s overall layout. However, it may be unwise to invest in trendy items since trends can easily go out of style.

Don’t display all your collectibles as this lessens the importance of each piece. When not immediately needed or there is not enough room, keep them in storage and change your collection from time to time.

With these basic principles in mind, you can start planning your masterpiece with confidence. It is helpful to put everything in writing, and as long as you stick to a budget, do not be afraid to experiment. Remember that designing your own interiors is never easy, but with practice and experience you will soon have a home that will make your neighbors green with envy.

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