France… a wonderfully inspiring land of design, fashion, and perceived elegance. A name or place, that if mentioned, a vibe of sophistication and class may come to mind. Modern French-inspired interior design is not any different from this feeling and style. The Parisian style is a sought-after design scheme, not only in France but all
Pantone recently unveiled its Colour of the Year for 2022, and it is quite different from what we’ve seen before. That’s because ‘Very Peri’ – a warming, bold lavender tone – is a brand new shade that Pantone has invented from scratch. Described by Pantone as ‘a dynamic periwinkle blue hue with a vivifying violet-red undertone that blends the
Your Home Interior Lighting Guide Often overlooked when decorating on your own; lighting is one of the most important aspects of your interior design scheme. As well as illuminating a room, it can completely transform the look of your space for better or for worse. On the one hand, it can turn a drab room into
There are so many different kinds of countertops on the market. Choosing the right one can be tough. After all, your countertop selections are an essential part of creating a kitchen (or other space) that you can be proud of. There are so many options for countertops out there with choices ranging from aesthetic to
You may have noticed that everybody wants to be “boho chic”, and you may have wondered “what exactly is the boho style design trend?” It’s nearly impossible to watch a home design show or open a magazine without seeing the boho design trend. Generally speaking, a boho-chic interior involves cozy atmospheres, layered eclecticism, and a
The biophilia hypothesis The biophilia hypothesis proposes that most humans have an innate love of nature. We long for it and without connecting with it, our health could suffer. So, biophilic design is an applied solution to appease this desire for nature by integrating natural elements and processes into the built environment. Urban environments with
Office design, office environment, and employee productivity go hand-in-hand. We’ll preface this article by acknowledging 2020 has caused a shift in corporate environments. Many companies have decided that their remote workforce is more nimble and more productive than their managed workforce in office spaces. But that doesn’t work for every model and some people thrive
Minnesota’s Best Presented by Becker Furniture World & Mattress Tiffany Hanken Design has been nominated for Star Tribune’s Minnesota’s Best in the category of Interior Designer. What is Minnesota’s Best? Minnesota’s Best presented by Becker Furniture World & Mattress is all about engaging Star Tribune readers with local businesses. They feature over 380 nomination categories, including beauty
Spring Cleaning Tips from Tiffany Hanken Design It is officially Spring! After being in hibernation due to the Winter months, it always feels good both mentally and physically to clean your space. It can be daunting and overwhelming to figure out where to start. We are here to give you some tips and techniques that
Luxury implies more than just a high price tag. While it is true that most luxury homes have a higher-than-average listing price, luxury also includes exclusivity of the location, breathtaking views, and world-class construction. Lastly, one of the most important components of a luxury home is design sensibility, with the following high-end interior design ideas
New Happy Hour Traditions? Has your bar area taken on an entire new presence in your home over the past year of living in our new pandemic lifestyle? For some, the idea of happy hour has been completely re-invented. Yes, we go out for meetings and socialization and we are looking forward to getting back
Orignal article posted by Dwell We’re all ready for a change of scenery! Having spent the bulk of the last year indoors, most people are on the edge of their seats. Though shelter-in-place mandates may not end anytime soon, transforming your rooms and walls with new color ideas can have a huge effect on your
An incredibly impossible year has passed us by with the New Year handoff from 2020 to 2021. That’s not to say that more challenges and unprecedented times are not ahead of us. They are… But interesting things still happened in the world of design in general. The MOST “illuminating” one being the Pantone Color(s) of
