Color is very powerful . Certain colors can create a different moods for every space in your home.Color Inspiration can come from everywhere . Nature is a wonderful source of inspiring color combinations.

The beautiful orange poppies combined with the gold, white, and blues combine together for a beautiful nature inspired color scheme.

The colors of spring used together in this bedroom create a warm and peaceful space.

Another color palette inspired by the beautiful feathers of this parrot.   Orange , greens and blues create a vibrant mix of cool and warm color.

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At Designs By Gia Interior Design we carry a full line of beautiful fabrics, like this beautiful gold fabric from Duralee. used on a tradition chair. We can bring fabric samples to your home so that we can select the perfect fabric for your home, then we can create beautiful window treatments , upholstered pieces, pillows, bedding or any other accents . Lets see what we can create for your home.

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I am very inspired by this quote from Steve Jobs. I truly love my work and strive every day to do the best possible job for all of my clients. I am very fortunate to be able to share my passion for design with others.

We have seen the beautiful Tangerine Tango, Pantone’s choice for color of the year. Now, we see  Benjamin Moore’s choice for color of the year. Benjamin Moore chooses Wythe Blue a beautiful, soothing  green-blue hue that creates a serene environment. I love it !

Here are beautiful examples of this beautiful calming blue-green color:

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These two colors can be combined for a beautiful color scheme. I love the contact of the cool blue-green contrasting with the vibrant jolt of orange.

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It’s mid-winter and time to warm up our homes with a splash of color. One of the easiest ways to bring the warmth of color into our homes is with accent pillows. Whether you choose juicy orange tones or regal plums, this small yet powerful jolt of color is sure to warm up your rooms, even on the dreariest  of winter days. Here are a few examples of some beautiful high impact throw pillows:

colorful accent pillows

Floral accent pillow

geometric accent pillow

color blocked pillow

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Jonathan Adler Pillow

red and white geometric pillow

spring green color blocked pillow

Pantone global color authority reveals color of the year for 2012

PANTONE 17-1463 Tangerine Tango

I love the beautiful high impact orange. It is dramatic and energizing, the perfect choice when a strong punch of color is needed.

Here are some more examples of this beautiful spicy orange hue.

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Great News ! Designs By Gia has just been voted #1 Home Decorating Service in Best of North Central Massachusetts 2011 !

Spent the day filming a video tour of one of my latest kitchen design projects. Can’t wait to include this on my website!

Fabric selection is perhaps one of the most difficult choices when designing a room. With so many beautiful choices, the process can be overwhelming. Working with a designer to develop a color scheme can help to narrow down the options. A number of different fabric patterns can be used throughout a space. (more…)