Blogs about: Arlene Ladegaard
Featured Blog
Thankfully Simple and Elegant Centerpieces (and a fabulous sweet potato recipe)
We love the things in life that are easy to do, so we wanted to share some great ideas for holiday centerpieces to dress your Thanksgiving table without the stress! Think simple. Whether your approac… more →
Ask Arlene- The Design Connection Blog
Thankfully Simple and Elegant Centerpieces (and a fabulous sweet potato recipe)
Arlene wrote 1 week ago: We love the things in life that are easy to do, so we wanted to share some great ideas for holiday c … more →
Thinking Green Design - Flooring Series vol 1. Cork Floors
Arlene wrote 2 weeks ago: Renewable resources are a hot topic in design these days which is why we are dedicating a series of … more →
Bathtubs, Bubbles and Bliss
Arlene wrote 3 weeks ago: Stylish soaks that are sure to inspire your bathroom decor. Last week’s blog about the high nu … more →
New Concepts for Bathrooms – Eliminate Your Tub!
Arlene wrote 1 month ago: We are getting prospective clients calling that are ready to make changes in their master bathroom. … more →
Purple- a great fashion color, now a great interior design color.
Arlene wrote 1 month ago: I love the color purple and I have seen it in the stores as a hot color for fall. But, this rich and … more →
Our Award-Winning Project
Arlene wrote 1 month ago: Design Connection Inc. was recently honored with two ASID awards (American Society of Interior Desig … more →
Let’s Get Your Front Door Dressed
Arlene wrote 1 month ago: I had a client come to me because she wanted to change her front door. There are few things to consi … more →
Tile: Not just for floors anymore.
— 2 comments
Arlene wrote 1 month ago: Tile is not only for floors anymore Tile is not only for your bathroom and floors anymore. You can u … more →
How to Create a Grand Foyer at any Scale
Arlene wrote 1 month ago: Every house has a main entrance, which is the first impression of your home. The way you furnish and … more →
Clean and Chic, Cork Flooring is a Green Choice
Arlene wrote 2 months ago: Did you see the article about cork flooring in the Sunday House and Home section of the Kansas City … more →
Hardwood Trends
Arlene wrote 2 months ago: DesignTips KC: Adding a medallion in your foyer creates a special detail that creates a great first … more →
A New Room for the Holidays
Arlene wrote 2 months ago: This cocktail table can be added to most rooms to add interest or focus. We get a lot of clients who … more →
Kid’s Rooms From Blah to Boom!
Arlene wrote 2 months ago: Children’s bedrooms are great fun to design. Kids want a space to express their personality. In our … more →
Free I-Phone App for Paint Colors!
Arlene wrote 3 months ago: Have you thought about adding some new fall colors to your home now that you are going to start spen … more →
How To Address Seating Around A Fireplace
— 2 comments
Arlene wrote 3 months ago: An interesting furniture layout is to face two chairs directly in front of each other. You can put a … more →
What is a Kitchen Face Lift?
Arlene wrote 4 months ago: I am getting requests for kitchen face lifts. Many of my clients are choosing to darker their cabine … more →
Decorating Gods vs. the Real World
Arlene wrote 4 months ago: There is an ongoing battle in the design world of trends vs. things you love. Many times we are sham … more →
Redesign or Staging, What is the Difference?
Arlene wrote 5 months ago: Redesign is getting your home or space up to date. Staging prepares your home for sale. Redesign can … more →
Wallpaper
Arlene wrote 5 months ago: Wallpaper is a great way to spice up a space. We use it mostly in bathrooms and dining rooms to add … more →
