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Creative Centerpiece Ideas for your Holiday Dinner Table

Posted: 19 Dec 2010 05:49 AM PST

It's already time to think about how you are going to set your dinner table for your holiday dining. Whether you are having a traditional sit down meal, or you are having a buffet style meal, the centerpiece should reflect your entertaining style. From large lavish displays to ones that are more refined and tailored for intimate dining, choose a centerpiece that you will enjoy and feel proud to display. Here are some creative centerpiece ideas for your holiday dinner table.

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  • Bold and bountiful centerpieces: Are you entertaining a formal holiday party this season and need a wow factor to impress? Bold centerpieces can involve lots of color, height or dimension. Determine how much space you will have at the center of the table. Measure the area before having a florist or party planner order the centerpiece. If you are making yourself, be mindful of adjacent dishes, and food areas that will require real estate on the dinner table as well.
  • Consider the conversation areas: For seated dinners, remember that conversations amongst guests are encouraged and a wrong placement or dimensions of an arrangement can hinder your guests feeling welcomed. For festive color, add red berries, pine cones, evergreen twigs and Christmas ornaments to add small areas on the table for visual interest but not distracting from the guests and mingling.

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  • Buffet table centerpieces: If you are planning to have a buffet, a centerpiece that has height is ideal. A Christmas tree can make the perfect adornment to your holiday table with simple gifts around the base. For an added touch, put party favors or small desserts or hor'dourves on a tiered stand for beauty and function. Centerpieces can be grouped together or spaced out amongst a long buffet table.

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  • Simple and modern: If you prefer a minimal and organic approach to your holiday table consider using neutral tones of whites and greens for your centerpiece. Glass votives, hurricane vases and urns can make beautiful containers for evergreen and natural products, such as pine cone, raffia, berries, and artificial snow!
  • Pick a color and carry it through your theme: To add color to your holiday table, consider picking a color and uniting your holiday décor to your centerpiece ideas! Monochromatic color themes are gorgeous at the holidays and consider pairing your main theme color with neutrals or metallic details to counterbalance the saturation of one color. From your Christmas tree and home décor to your centerpiece at the holiday table, a single color scheme can be gorgeous.

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The centerpiece at your holiday dinner or buffet table should be a statement of your style and the holiday season. From simple candles and evergreen to glitz and glamour, make your table sing with beauty and admiration. If you prefer simple, try adding a candle amongst a winterscape of evergreen and pine cones. If you decide to use candles at the dinner table, opt for unscented ones so they don't interfere with your guest's enjoyment of the food! Happy entertaining!

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Compare and Get Inspired: Veer Lofts, Twin Apartments in Seattle

Posted: 19 Dec 2010 01:50 AM PST

We recently received some photos of an interesting design intervention from Allure Interior Solutions. As a result, in today’s post we would like to showcase not one, but two beautiful apartments with quite a few similarities. Here is a detailed description of the project: “‘These lofts were staged with the areas demographics in mind. Veer Lofts is located in Seattle's new South Lake Union neighborhood; catering to hip, busy professionals and calls for modern, clean lines to maximize space. These small, but well designed lofts leave plenty of room for dining and living areas, but presented a challenge with peoples' perceptions.When vacant, potential buyers couldn't see how their lifestyle would fit within the confines of the space. By bringing in full sized furniture (not apartment sized), we were able to showcase a complete living area with sofa, accent chairs, cocktail and side tables. The dining area was approached in the same manner, demonstrating that there was plenty of room for a plethora of lifestyles from a Sunday brunch to  a sit-down dinner party. For the bedroom, we brought in a full bedroom set to show how the room can accommodate a potential residents furnishings. We chose neutral tones for furniture and color for accessories and artwork; using warm reds, greens and blues. Lastly we added greenery and lighting to bring light and life to the room.” (photos: John G Wilbanks Photography)

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Elegant Multifunctional Bathtub Panels from Roca

Posted: 18 Dec 2010 08:31 AM PST

Here’s an elegant and surprising method that comes as an alternative to bathtub finishes. These chic water resistant panels from Roca can add charm and personality to any bathroom. The uncommon elegant additions will wrap your tub in glamor and instantly transform it into an attention grabber, all at an affordable cost. Moreover, their modern style complements a range of decors, making the products highly adaptable. But these panels are not just about looks. They also come with laundry baskets and towel supports, thus saving space for similar items. We consider this to be an appealing design idea, one that manages to blend functionality and aesthetics. The bathtub panels are available in oak or walnut and can be ordered online by contacting the producer. Visit Roca official page for more functional bathroom ideas.

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