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Fall is a wonderful season to prioritize wellness and prepare our homes for the upcoming winter. The design of our living spaces has a profound impact on human experiences, behaviors, emotions, and overall well-being. When I approach a design project, I carefully consider how various human factors interact within a given space and take into account the psychological, physical, and social needs of my clients. Colors and lighting play a crucial role in setting the mood, and it’s essential to recognize that each individual perceives sensory qualities differently. Light is the essential element that brings color to life. The connection with nature and access to daylight are crucial for human well-being. For instance, spending time in nature helps us regain our
focus.Choosing the right colors in the appropriate proportions and utilizing optimal lighting is no simple task. Seeking professional expertise in this regard can save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. I would recommend starting by exploring the three items below.
1. Are you satisfied with your lighting control?
Enhance your space with tailored window solutions. Embrace the benefits of natural light while eliminating glare.
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2. Discover our lighting vision
Our expertly crafted electrical plan is designed to create the perfect mood and ambiance by skillfully balancing general, task, and decorative lighting.
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2. Experience pure elegance
Elevate your room decor with a sparkling chandelier. The light refracting off the crystals will immediately create a joyful atmosphere.
The only limit to our selection is the sky!

Receive a complimentary homemade lavender sachet from Amelia’s garden during your initial consultation.
Discover the story behind the sheer fabric she used to create these sachets!
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If you are interested in interior design tips and trends, please visit my column, The Reston-Great Falls Interior Design Corner at the Reston Patch.
Comments and questions are always welcome! If there is a topic that you are interested in, please bring it to my attention (ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com). I would be pleased to consider it for future posts. Take advantage of this resource available to you anytime.


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As I was sitting on the porch enjoying the fragrance of my garden, I thought it was time to write the summer newsletter. This is my favorite time of the year because my lavenders are blooming. I take great pride in my lavenders. They give us a sense of freshness.

A new coat of paint at home also gives us a sense of freshness and it is invigorating. Selecting a paint color is not a trivial task. There are many variables that determine how a color is going to perform in a space, such as the orientation of the room towards the north, the type of artificial light that you have, the floor material, the furniture and so on. If it is not done properly, it could result into an expensive mistake.

  • I love gray. It is very elegant. I saw a picture on a magazine, and I want that. I’m going to go to the store and ask the paint store for a “good gray”.
  • My friend painted her family room with Revere Pewter, and I love it. I’m going to paint my family room with that color. I will love it too.
  • I purchased a new home, and it needs painting. The painters are coming tomorrow to get started because they have another job. I just ran to the store and selected this list (15 colors). I thought I would call the interior designer and ask, “What do you think?”
  • I can’t afford an interior designer to do a paint color consultation.

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If you are interested in interior design tips and trends, please visit my column, The Reston-Great Falls Interior Design Corner at the Reston Patch. Comments and questions are always welcome! If there is a topic that you are interested in, please bring it to my attention (ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com), so I can include it in future posts. Take advantage of this resource available to you anytime.


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Amelia Vallone Logan, Ph. D.
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703-464-0459
ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com www.ameliavallone.decoratingden.com

 
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Mixed Use of Space

Mixed use of space is driving a trend towards blended environments to accommodate our needs today. Hybrid spaces are becoming more common not only in commercial design, but in residential design as well. People discovered the benefits of working from home and, do not want to give them up. What three years ago seemed like “a temporary solution for remote working”, today it is a reality that leads to rethinking the space planning at homes. Whether you prefer a traditional or a modern style, there are wonderful choices to add a small desk in a harmonious and balanced way in your house.

Video conferencing is here to stay. Do you have the right background?

Videoconferencing is critical for remote work. In the same way that your attire reflects your professionalism, so does a well-designed background. An accent wall with the right paint color, art and lighting are of utmost importance to create the perfect environment for you. Not only because of the image that you want to project, but because it creates the right mood for you and enables you to perform at your best.

Design Tips
1. Allocate the space for your “not so temporary home office” and select furniture that is harmonious with the rest of the room.
2. Select the right size of art for your accent wall. Art on canvas are great options for a balanced wall.
3. Light control is critical for videoconferencing. If you are close to a window, you may need shades or any other type of window treatment to avoid glare. Dimmer switches can help you achieve the perfect light intensity for sconces and downlighting.

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Mixed use of space, the home office and the harmonious design..The Reston-Great Falls Interior Design Corner is a great resource for you to find interior design tips and advice on efficient. To read the previous articles, click here. Please feel free to send topics that you are interested in, and I would be happy to include them in my articles (ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com).

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What a wonderful experience it was to attend in person the High Point Furniture Market in North Carolina last fall! There, interior designers get acquainted with how changes in population, society, lifestyles, ways of working and new technologies impact the interior design practice.
In the post-pandemic era, the focus is on human-centered design, in which health, safety, wellness and wellbeing are priorities in all spaces. As people need environments that help to alleviate stress and reinstate their sense of wellbeing, the interior designer should choose materials, colors, patterns, and other elements that contribute to a sense of calm and ease.
Design Tips for 2023

  • Preferred Fabrics Easy to clean and textured fabrics.
  • Color Trends The neutrals continue to be a favorite; however, the earth tones are back to warm up homes.
  • Sustainable Products Renewable materials such as rattan, bamboo and abaca rope are more frequently used in furniture and lighting fixtures to follow people’s awareness of protecting the ecosystems.
  • Curved Lines Furniture design these days is dominated by curved lines that provide comfort and softness.

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Trends from the most recent Furniture Show in High Point, North Carolina
Friday, January 27, 2023 at 12:00pm
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Amelia Vallone Interiors started 2023 supporting an initiative from Trinity Church in Fauquier County by collecting coats in the Greater Reston area. Amelia was interviewed by Gwen Tolbart from WTTG Fox 5 DC.
Read more about this project at Amelia Vallone in the Community.


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Bathrooms: You deserve a luxury design for your Master Bathroom by Amelia LoganIf you are interested in interior design tips and trends, please visit my column, The Reston-Great Falls Interior Design Corner at the Reston Patch. Comments and questions are always welcome! If there is a topic that you are interested in, please bring it to my attention (ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com), so I can include it in future posts. Take advantage of this resource available to you anytime.

Amelia Vallone Logan, Ph. D.
Interior Designer
ASID Allied Member
703-464-0459
ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com www.ameliavallone.decoratingden.com

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Something Old, Something New,
Something WOW…
Summer 2022 Newsletter
The perfect martini

Nothing inspires me more to think about enjoying life like going back to Salento, Italy, where my father’s family comes from. Yes, I was on vacation there and that is why the Summer Newsletter is in July! The water of the Ionic sea is crystal clear. I had the perfect Martini there. Until I go back, I will have the perfect martini on my deck, but first I need to do some work on it. How about you?


Make the most of your outdoor space

Not surprisingly the most affected field during the last two years has been entertainment and with that, our social life. Most people still prefer gathering outdoors. Have your friends for a glass of wine on your deck, patio, or backyard, and share the pictures from your last trip. Enjoy the summer! And yes, we can still socialize outdoors in the fall in Virginia.
Design Tips

1. A good power washing will give your deck a new fresh look. 2. Is it time to buy a new set of outdoor furniture? Maybe you can just get new cushions. The sky is the limit for patterns and colors. 3. Maybe you can add one or two pieces like a side table or a cocktail table or a new light fixture that are in stock. 4. Revamping an old flower pot that you like. You help the environment by reducing trash and make your house look better. Forged iron wall fixture made in the USA

The little piece
that makes the
difference…

Cherish the old flowerpot…
All you need is an old wood stain. Apply stain with a brush on the pot and remove the excess with a cloth. Get some annuals in your favorite color and done!
My deck is almost ready…

✔Custom Made Cushion


✔Flowerpot


✔ Side Table

 


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Design Tips

Feeling comfortable in your workspace is critical to increase your productivity and decrease stress. In our February Newsletter we discussed furniture with multiple adjustment features to enhance physical performance.
Sometimes we still feel uneasy in a room, and we don’t know why. This may be related to the color harmony in the room. In this newsletter we are focusing on other aspects of the home office decor that will improve your concentration and your emotional well being.

Visual Comfort
In order to achieve comfort in your office you need the right colors and light control. Otherwise, you will have issues with concentration resulting in frequent breaks. This is where the psychology of colors comes into place. Some people thrive in tones of blue, others need a pop of red or gold to get stimulated. Where are you in the spectrum?

Select a piece of wall art for yourself
For a grayish blue accent wall, a hand painted picture featuring sail boats with gold accents can generate the perfect mood for you, leaving you feeling fresh and motivated for hours!
Or…
Maybe the serene touch of a fall landscape in a set of two would be
perfect for your taupe accent wall?

Light Control
Natural light has a positive psychological effect on us and is necessary for our circadian rhythm. However, too much glare makes us feel tired and disrupts our work performance. You can control that!

Exquisite shades, roller shades and screens can provide a pleasant level of light while you still enjoy an unobstructed view.
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703-464-0459
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Design Tips
During the past two years many changes have taken place in our routines. In particular, we started the era of remote working. How and where we work has shifted fundamentally, with work from home becoming the norm for many of us. Many organizations are re-evaluating their work process and are considering some degree of remote work as they plan for the post-pandemic time.
To adjust to the new reality, we need to create a home office for longer-term and more permanent use. To design our workplace accordingly, we need to consider factors such as comfort and concentration.
Comfort
Comfort is fundamental before, during, and after working hours. This involves physical, psychological, emotional, and environmental aspects. For example, maybe a desk chair that offers multiple adjustment features (i.e., back, lumbar, height, etc.) would enhance your work performance?

How about…
An electronically powered, adjustable standing – or sitting – desk with height memory settings and zero-tolerance for cable visibility.

Or…
A laptop desk to continue working with a change of scenery?
The workplace should be a place that enables every person to succeed in their work.


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Bathrooms: First Impressions by Amelia Logan

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703-464-0459
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Design Tips
I haven’t written my newsletters in a while, Oops. Is that a sign of stagnation? How about you? Did you try to do a home project and ended up frustrated and with another source of anxiety? You are not alone. Avoid stagnation and make changes in your home that stimulate your spirit today! The key to happiness is to be able to enjoy the present.
Window Treatments!

If you felt that you reached a closed door when you tried to do a home project recently, remember that there is always a window! Let’s embrace our windows this year! YES, YOU can HAVE a NEW WINDOW TREATMENT FOR THANKSGIVINGS AND THE HOLIDAYS. That is a wonderful way to brighten up your room and change the ambience.
You can have fun combining Draperies, roman shades and top treatments!

Maybe an

embroidered fabric…

We have a large assortment of fabrics. We can design the perfect window treatment for you.
“The measure of intelligence is
the ability to change.”
Albert Einstein

We can make it unique to you
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nails on a cornice…

“The secret of change is to focus all of
your energy, not on fighting the old, but
on building the new.”
Socrates

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When the lavenders bloom again
 by Amelia Logan

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Whether your home came fully equipped with a sunroom or you recently embraced in an addition to your house, consider yourself lucky. An all-weather “outdoor” living space is always a plus. Isn’t sometimes the view more enjoyable from an air-conditioned room?


The casual style creates a relaxed mood. Rattan and wicker furniture are excellent choices to inspire that. You can opt for cozy cushions in a variety of patterns and colors. Performance fabrics are perfect for these rooms because they are easy to clean.

Having rooms with different ambiences makes your home more interesting and unique. The décor style, the colors and the lighting create the mood, and you want to use the right ones for you and your family. Do you prefer pastel or vibrant accent colors?
There is no limit for creativity. If you don’t have a sunroom you can create your “suncorner.” A chair, an ottoman and a martini table will do it-a perfect reading corner.

For when the sunshine is too intense, add the perfect shades to control the light to your taste. For screen and shade options the limit is the sky.

And for when the sun goes down, table lamps create a cozy ambience.
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Upcoming Zoom Events in August
For the Grand Finale of the Spring-Summer Events–Setting the Right Mood for your Home–we are bringing the highlights from the last furniture show. Saying that this Market is Paradise for an interior designer is an understatement. You will understand that after attending our event this August!
– Highlights of the Last Furniture Show in High Point, North Carolina

August 21, 2020 at 12:00 pm

Fall Zoom Events

– The World of Built-ins: a key to fitting the TV, books and décor into difficult spaces

September 25, 2020 at 12:00 pm

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With the summer almost here, it is time to get your outdoor space ready to spend more of your time outside the house! In addition to power washing your deck, patio and porch, it is a great moment to take a look at your outdoor color scheme. In other words, you may want to spruce it up to feel that summer is in the air!
Why is orange often selected as an accent color for outdoor furniture?
Orange is often the color chosen as an accent for outdoor spaces . One of the reasons is that is a nice complement to the green in lawns and trees, but it also has a very positive effect on our moods. Orange is a warm and vibrant color. It inspires creativity and determination. It is associated with health, vitality and team work. It symbolizes persistency, strength and endurance.
To me, it is the color of sunrise, and it inspires me to start the day with strength and endurance. To end the day, I would recommend to pairing this curved armless sectional with a cosmopolitan…

Outdoor living spaces have become an extension of one’s indoor space. Outdoor furniture also comes in many different styles. Whether you prefer a curved sectional with soft contemporary lines and striking architectural elements, or chairs with the classic look of woven wicker, with intrinsic patterns that give a refined, yet casual look, we can help you with a design tailored to you. We can offer a broad assortment of fabric selections for your taste and style both in solids and with patterns.
Nothing says outdoor luxury so much as gathering around a fire. Fire pits can feature ample service areas to enjoy refreshments. Does the oasis of your dream include a fire pit?
Or perhaps, take your dining style to the next level in a small patio with this stylish Mid Century Modern set. The furniture features sinuous frames, in a rich burnished mocha finish that are covered in a seagrass coloration of all-weather wicker. The graceful sweep of the back leg on the dining chair makes a design statement unto itself. The effect is even more dramatic when combined with the soft curves of the wicker table base.
This furniture endures very well through time; the legs showcase a textured aluminum surface that translates as wood grain with remarkable effect. Are you ready to select your favorite fabric for the cushions?

Upcoming Zoom Events in June
Please join us for our Spring-Summer 2020 Interior Design Series Focused on Setting the Right Mood For Your Home. The events are free of charge. Many award-winning before-and-after photographs are discussed in the framework of color, balance and harmony. A Q&A session will follow the presentations. These 90 minute events are a great source of inspiration. Click on the links below for more information. See you then!

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By Amelia Logan
If you are interested in Interior design tips and trends, please visit my column, The Reston-Great Falls Interior Design Corner at the Reston Patch. Comments and questions are always welcome! If there is a topic that you are interested in, please bring it to my attention, so I can include it in future posts. Take advantage of this resource available to you anytime. Click here to read the articles.

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Like every May, the rhododendrons are at their peak. The spring continues its course with its symbol of energy. As I am writing this newsletter, I am listening to one of my favorite waltzes. Usually when I design I listen to Bach or Chopin, instead, this spring I often have found myself listening to waltzes. Like colors, music creates moods and is linked to our memories and experiences. I grew up listening to waltzes and learned how to dance it at the age of four. Before a holiday, my father would start the celebration with a waltz. He used to say: ”let’s start the holiday with joyful music.” It was energizing for him and he wanted us to feel the same way. I realized that in the back of my mind, my memories from
childhood were boosting my inner strength. While you read this newsletter, I invite you to listen to the most joyful waltz composed by Johan Strauss: “Voices of the spring.”Music and color have something in common -they both impact our moods. As we are spending long hours at home, it is important to avoid monotony in the decor. We can bring the energy of the waltz to our homes by adding the right accent colors in the right places. Then we can waltz all day long. Let’s see how!

Add an accent in a vibrant color such as red

Red is the most powerful color in the spectrum and it is a great accent color, in particular in palettes with black, grey and neutrals. It creates excitement, courage and power. It symbolizes leadership and action. The red carpet has always been the symbol of royalty and creates a grand atmosphere. It is the color of fire and passion, and it is associated with love, sexuality and desire. As the hottest color of the spectrum, a red accent can transform any room. Adding an art piece with some red in the family room would bring energy to your mood.

Then introduce some rhythm in the room by pairing it with some fruit. A pedestal silver platter with some pomegranates would create a beautiful accent on the counter top. My favorite treat is a glass of champagne with brie cheese and raspberries. You can use details like these to create your grand atmosphere!

Window Treatments

One small adjustment to your windows can transform the room from floor to ceiling. The right window treatment can make your space feel more refreshed and cheerful. Sheers can add a touch of elegance without looking too bulky.

Roman shades are a great resource to add pattern and color on walls where space is limited. Or perhaps you may prefer a top treatment in a fabric with a print harmonious with the color scheme of the room. It is that custom detail that would make it unique to your home. In our next event, we will be exploring the world of dressing up your windows. See you then!

Next Virtual Event:

Window Treatment Trends: Where Elegance and Functionality meet

Please join us for our second virtual event on Friday, May 22 at noon EDT, the second in the series, “Stay-at-Home Spring 2020” presented by Amelia Vallone Interiors via Zoom meetings. The events are free of charge.
There are more trends in window treatments and design than you might think. Are you thinking about draperies, Roman shades, top treatments or shutters? Well, we will be talking about all of them and many more types. Hopefully, this will spark an idea or two to make your custom window treatments more exciting!
A Q&A session will follow the presentation. See you then!
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By Amelia Logan

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I hope that this Newsletter finds you, your family and friends, healthy and safe. No doubt that this is a very different spring than we had imagined last fall. Although the spring is the season full of energy and vitality, this year it is a stay-at-home spring. The perception of time seems altered; however, the spring is following its course as the changing blooming plants- first the camellias, now the azaleas and then the rhododendrons attest.
I am very proud of the efforts that all Americans are making to overcome this surrealistic situation. We are all standing as a nation together, giving up gathering and many valuable aspects of our lives to protect the most vulnerable individuals in our society. It is my desire that we would be able to gather again by the summer.
You are probably wondering why I chose a jasmine for the header of this Newsletter. I invite you to read my latest article in The Patch – The Reston-Great Falls Interiors Design Corner: A Positive Vision of the Future.
It can be unsettling when our routine and plans are disrupted even when we know that it is temporary. But everything in nature tends towards equilibrium; we find a way to adjust to new situations and take a positive approach. For example:

Prepare a special dinner for your family

Tonight maybe you can set up your family dinner table with the nicest table mats that you have. Pick some flowers from your garden or get some flowers from the store when you shop for groceries and arrange to make a center piece. Prepare your child or spouse’s favorite dish. Enjoy the evening with your family. Every moment is precious.

Take on projects that you can control

Maybe the bookcase in the family room looks a bit busy, so that is a nice project! After all, it is spring and you always do spring cleaning! Organize books and magazines in groups and leave open spaces to place accessories such as a colorful vase or a bowl. Look for some of your favorite photos and use those additional frames you had in a drawer. Be creative! The wonderful work on the left was done mostly by a client and friend. I came up with the different colors on the back to give it some rhythm. Would you like to know how we avoided monotony?
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Business Update

Amelia Vallone Interiors is currently open for business and following the CDC guidelines. We are conducting virtual initial consultations through Facetime and Zoom.
As many of you know, before I started Amelia Vallone Interiors, I worked as a chemist for over a decade at the Smithsonian Institution. I was not only working with hazardous materials, but I was in charge of training the laboratory users as well. I never imagined I was going to use PPE (Personal protective equipment) as an interior designer. I was also part of the Smithsonian disaster preparedness team that was created after 09/11. On the right you see me ready to go for an install in March 2020.

Next Virtual Event:

Color Trends and setting the right mood for your home

Please join us for our first virtual event on Friday, April 17 at noon EDT. I will be talking about colors and how you can set the right mood for you and your home.
The event will be conducted in a Zoom meeting. Please register by sending an e-mail to RSVP at ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com. Or click here to register. You will receive the ID and the code to join the meeting. See you then!

The Reston-Great Falls Interior Design Corner

By Amelia Logan
My column, The Reston-Great Falls Interior Design Corner at the Reston Patch, will come to you every week during the stay-at-home-spring. The articles are focused on tips for home decor. Comments and questions are always welcome! If there is a topic that you are interested in, please bring it to my attention (ameliavinteriors@decoratingden.com), so I can include it in future posts. Take advantage of this resource available to you anytime. Learn about upcoming virtual interior design events. Click here to read my last post.
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Amelia Vallone Logan, Ph.D.
Interior Designer
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703-464-0459
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