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Take the Beach Home with You
Whatever your color scheme, incorporate crisp clean whites for a light airy feel. For maximum versatility, select neutral tones for investment pieces (e.g., beds and sofas) and permanent elements (e.g., walls, ceilings and floors). You can then pop color through accents—side tables and chairs, throw pillows, even the back of a cupboard.
Bold stripes, fetching florals, pretty plaids, smart solids--mix and match textiles in unexpected ways. For instance, says Wegman. How about a solid chair with a striped welting and throw pillow paired with a striped chair/floral pillow combination. The choices are endless.
Natural fibers keep your room soft and casual. "For slipcovers," says Wegman, "there's nothing better than a beautiful linen." Cottons, seersuckers and light wools also lend themselves to a coastal feel.
In decorating your coastal room, resist the urge to overdo shells, starfish and other nautical collectibles. Remember, the idea is to capture the simplicity and natural beauty of the seashore. Make your statement through color and texture. Then choose a few truly meaningful souvenirs—like that perfect shell you found at sunset or a watercolor print by a local artist—for daily reminders of why you love the coast.
Redecorate on Any Budget
In
this time of belt-tightening, the idea of redecorating your home may
not have occurred to you. In fact, "we can't afford it right now" may
have been the first thought to cross your mind. However, there are many
ways you can update your home's décor without breaking the bank.
Scratch Out Starting from Scratch
What
can you do on a limited budget? Plenty, as it turns out, and it doesn’t
have to be a major production. “Redecorating is a great way to create a
warm and comfortable home while also saving money—because you aren’t
starting from scratch,” says Kathy Wilson, home and garden expert and
editor of TheBudgetDecorator.com. “Many of your favorite items you
already own can be used in your redecorating scheme, put together and
enhanced in new ways.”
Have a Decorating Plan
You
can’t create a budget until you know what you plan to do. Wilson
recommends starting with a decorating plan. “Create a theme, and write
out a plan that fulfills your wants and needs,” she says. “You can’t
create a budget until you know what you want, or you will waste a lot of
money on impulse purchases.”
Shop Around
How
do you know how much to budget for furnishings and décor? “Use your
decorating plan to make a list and get estimated costs,” Wilson says.
“When something appears too costly, look for a less expensive way to
create the same effect for less.”
Now
it’s time to hit the stores. Price what you need and compare those
prices to get your best deal. One more thing: Never go pricing without
that decorating plan. “Even the most experienced decorator can get into
trouble buying things out of budget and inappropriate for the room if
they don’t have a guide to keep them on track,” Wilson notes.
Start with the Big Projects First
By
starting with the bigger items on your list, you can make the biggest
impact in the least amount of time, says Wilson. “Painting the walls or
slip-covering the furniture may be the first step you want to budget
for, and then plan to make more changes as your budget allows over
time,” she says.
Work with Your Retailer
If
your redecorating project involves purchasing new furniture, work with
the retailer to make the most of your budget. Make the sales associate
your partner in redesign. They can help you plan and organize your
purchases over time so that you get the most bang for your buck.
Use an In-Store Designer
If
you can't afford to hire an interior designer for your home décor
project, you may be able to find one at your furniture retailer who can
assist you for no additional charge. Lawrance Furniture, a Southern
California based contemporary home furnishings and accessories store, is
one of many furniture retailers offering in-store consultants.
In-store designers can also help you select items in the store that best fit your budget and design plan.
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of the Year award is an incredible honor really beyond words to describe.
NHFA’s prestigious Retailer of the Year Awards are presented annually to recipients selected for their
outstanding contributions to the home furnishings industry, exemplary service to the community, and
personal business achievements. The award is the highest honor that the 93-year old trade association
can bestow upon a member.
Lawrance Furniture was originally founded as Modern Furniture Company in 1937 by Howard’s grandfather, Herman Haimsohn and a friend, and was located in downtown San Diego. In the mid-1950’s Howard’s father Ed took over the family business and changed the merchandising strategy from a general furniture store to a modern specialty retailer. In 1976, Howard became the 3rd generation of the family to work in the business. In 1986 Ed turned over the reins of the business to Howard, making him President. Today Howard and his wife Julie manage Lawrance Furniture as the leading retailer of modern and contemporary home furnishings in San Diego County, with locations in San Diego and Encinitas.
After serving on the Board of the Western Home Furnishings Association, in 1990 Howard was asked
to serve on the Board of Directors of the National Home Furnishings Association. He was elected
President of NHFA in 2002, and served a total of 14 years on the NHFA Board. Howard and his father Ed founded the Contemporary Design Group in 1983. www.contemporarydesign.com/ Howard currently serves as President of this organization, which has 20 member companies across the country.
Howard and his wife Julie, along with Lawrance Furniture, are active in their local community, supporting
Rady’s Childrens Hospital, Congregation Beth Israel Hunger Project which provides 1,000 meals a year to the homeless and needy, City of Hope cancer research, Susan B. Komen for the Cure, Seacrest Village senior housing and healthcare, Helen Woodward Animal Center, and Center for Community Solutions for the prevention of sexual assault and domestic violence.
Lawrance Furniture celebrates their 75th anniversary this year.
About Us
One visit to a Lawrance showroom and you’ll quickly see why Lawrance has San Diego’s most exciting collection of contemporary furniture and accessories. You’ll find beautiful glass accessories in vivid colors from Germany, Italy and Canada. You’ll see incredible furniture from around the world created by award winning designers. And you’ll enjoy and appreciate our friendly and knowledgeable Design Consultants. At Lawrance, our Design Consultants don’t want to sell you something that might not work in a room or space or with an existing collection.Our Design Consultants get to know you and your family’s unique furniture and lifestyle needs. Part of this process may include a Design Plan. The Design Plan helps you visualize your fully furnished and accessorized room before you invest. You’ll be presented with a detailed illustration of your room, drawn to scale and rendered in the appropriate colors. This comprehensive plan, saves you time and will help you avoid costly mistakes. With so many choices like leather, fabric, wood veneers, glass, metal finishes and more, it’s easy to see why our Design Plan is such a good tool for helping you visualize your room before you invest.
Our commitment to your satisfaction does not end when you make a purchase. Our friendly office staff can help you with any last minute concerns or questions and our customer service team will help keep your Lawrance furniture looking new for years to come. We’re here for you when you need us. Since 1937, Lawrance has made tens-of-thousands of friends and happy customers, most of whom, are repeat customers. Lawrance’s tremendous values and customer service brings customers back year after year.
Lawrance is a member the Contemporary Design Group or CDG. This group gives members leverage when purchasing new collections from manufacturers resulting in much lower retail pricing for the consumer. However, we’re not just about great value. The CDG has worked hard with the manufacturers to create unique designs exclusive to CDG members. The result is The Contemporary Design Group Collection.
The Contemporary Design Group Collection consists of imported and domestic living room, bedroom, dining room, leather furniture, accent tables, lighting, office and accessories. In San Diego the ContemporaryHome Collection can only be found at Lawrance furniture. A family owned and operated business since 1937, Lawrance still continues to improve their unsurpassed service and their incredible collection of gorgeous contemporary furniture from around the world. Our website is just a small sample of what we offer at our stores. Visit a Lawrance showroom today, in San Diego and Encinitas.
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