by tiffany_hanken | Apr 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
We’ve seen it on the runaways, clothing racks and make-up counters. “Color blocking.” It’s the hottest trend of the year that involves the mix of solid colors in daring ways. Similar to mixing prints, the method combines two or more colors that include bright,...
by tiffany_hanken | Mar 28, 2012 | Uncategorized
Do you have any old household items sitting in the basement collecting dust, or maybe you have 100 keys but you only know what a handful of them are for? Here are some ideas to inspire you to turn these items into something new. This first idea comes from something we...
by tiffany_hanken | Mar 24, 2012 | Uncategorized
INTERIOR DESIGN BOUTIQUE OWNER AND LOCAL ARTIST PARTNER NIGHT OF ART, DESIGN AND WINE Minneapolis, MN – March 2, 2012 – Minneapolis-based firm Tiffany Hanken Design, formerly Opulent Interiors, is collaborating with local Artist Dan Raphael for an...
by tiffany_hanken | Mar 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
Maybe your home is newly furnished, you have a blend of the new and old, or you are looking to incorporate some new items to complement what you already have. Home accessories and one or two new furnishings can be a powerful tool to bring your space together, and...
by tiffany_hanken | Mar 7, 2012 | Uncategorized
Have you ever wondered what the interior style of your home is, or what style you would like your home to be? Let our interior style quiz guide you. 1. Select one of the following images that appeals to you most:ABCDE2. Select which statement applies to you most: A. I...
by tiffany_hanken | Feb 29, 2012 | Outdoor Living
Do long for the days of lounging around outside or creating the perfect outdoor dinner party or get together? Believe it or not, spring is not too far away. Here some ideas on how to make your outdoor entertaining or relaxing space a...
by tiffany_hanken | Feb 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
You may be surprised to find out that you can get a lot of great deals on furniture, or even find furniture for next to nothing through a large variety of resources. We’ll highlight a few sources that are very accessible. Craigslist isn’t just for finding a job or...
by tiffany_hanken | Feb 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
Maybe you have an old piece of furniture sitting in storage, maybe a family member or friend just got rid of a set and gave it to you but it doesn’t really go with anything in your place. Whether it is extremely dated or just not your style, there are a lot of...
by tiffany_hanken | Feb 9, 2012 | Interiors
Making dinner reservations can not only be hectic but sometimes pretty expensive. Have you ever considered hosting your Valentine’s Day date at home? Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Why not surprise your date by transforming your space temporarily and...
by tiffany_hanken | Feb 2, 2012 | Uncategorized
Wall coverings are a great way to add some visual texture or a pop of color to your space. If you are currently renting a space, you probably have some guidelines that need to be followed to avoid any lease violations. Adding fabric to an accent wall or multiple walls...
by tiffany_hanken | Jan 25, 2012 | Uncategorized
It is the beginning of a new year which sometimes makes us more open to change or inspired to mix things up. Sometimes just adding a new color, fabric, or print to your space can give it some added interest. There are various reasons as to why many of us are afraid to...
by tiffany_hanken | Jan 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
There are many different factors in our environment that affect the way we live. Just like a well-designed office has been proven to increase employee productivity, the design of our kitchen may also affect our behavior when it comes to our eating habits. We have...
by tiffany_hanken | Aug 5, 2010 | Uncategorized
What a pleasure it is to make a house a home!This family loved the design work I created in their living room, master bedroom, and dinning room; they have now asked me to remodel and design the rest of their home!I am honored and excited to once again work with my...
by tiffany_hanken | Jul 8, 2010 | Uncategorized
I love hanging photographs of my family in my home and office.I also find myself asking my clients for special photographs to hang in their spaces; as personal photographs adds instant impact and emotional connection. Here are a few inside designer tricks to add high...
by tiffany_hanken | Jun 28, 2010 | Uncategorized
Here is a design board for my current master bedroom project. I am excited to work beside my carpenter to create this modern day canopy. My client wanted lots of rich fabrics and bold patterns. I will work with a subtle wall treatment to balance textures, fabrics, and...
