I've had the pleasure of working for some exciting new ventures this summer. Yesterday I showed you some of the work I've done at a new lighting store. Today I wanted to show you a little of a new design studio that has just opened in Norwood, Ohio. This studio has been designed to be a one-stop shop where you can select flooring, lighting, furniture, art and faux painting for you home or office. I think it's a great idea - no more running all over town to make selections and try to get everything coordinated. This studio is in a three-story, renovated building with lots of character.
One of the areas I did a faux finish on was a rough, pitted concrete wall. My Tuscan Knockdown finish was the perfect answer to play up the "character" of the wall and add to the uniqueness of the room. I showed you the wall in progress here: http://stampwithflair.typepad.com/michellesdesignworks/2008/07/thats-one-looong-wall.html Here's a photo from the grand opening.
The grand opening was also a fundraiser for Life Center to raise awareness of organ and tissue donation through art. In this area, artists were creating a mural for the Life Center.
And here's another display wall that I did. The finish is called Bella Fresco - a pretty, two-color, organic faux on its own. The damask design was stencilled on with a drop shadow and crackled plaster. It gives an old world feel with beautiful 3-D detail. Depending on the style of stencil, this could look pretty in many styles of decor.
Thanks for looking in on what's been up at Design Works. Make sure you click on the area to the left where you can register to receive a notice whenever I update this blog with new information. Stop back in soon!
