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Parisian Accessories for Any Home

Paris

Image via Pinterest. Photo: confinedlight

If you’ve ever been (or wanted to go) to Paris, you know that it is a city like no other. Even if your home is not in a French style, you can bring a little bit of Parisian romance in with accessories. Here are some classics with savoir-faire.

  • Tin tray with rope handles: I can just imagine this tray sitting on a table in the garden outside of a little french farmhouse- or in a cabin here in the mountains!

Image via Go Home Ltd.

 

  • Dormer window mirror: The historically-inspired Adele Dormer Mirror from Century Furniture adds a sense of presence and sophistication.
dormer mirror

Image via Century Furniture.

 

  • French flea market table: This little table would fit right in at a sidewalk cafe in Paris, but its elegant simplicity can bring a hint of international style into any home.

Image via Go Home Ltd.

 

  • French Heritage Olioboard: The eclectic mix of colors, styles, textures and finishes makes this Olioboard stand out with a French flare.  It makes you feel like you’re right in the middle of a Parisian party!

Image via French Heritage

 

  •  Cratered Vineyard Demijohn: I LOVE the mix of rustic wood with glass in this piece.  Stop in to Home on the Range to see similar pieces that we are currently carrying!

Image via Go Home Ltd.

For more of the places and designs that inspire us, visit our Pinterest page!

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Pantone’s Spring 2013 Color Report

Pantone

 

The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2013 is out already! The report, released on the first day of New York’s Fashion Week, is a comprehensive overview of the colors fashion designers are using. We anticipate the colors will make their way to home fashion in the next year. The collection is all about balance, says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, in an excellent online video. Novel neutrals like “Linen” balance out exuberant colors like “Poppy Red” and “Lemon Zest”. The collection is visually “anchored” by Monaco Blue, which is dark. The Collection was formulated with the input of fashion designers such as Nicole Miller and Charlotte Ronson.

Pantone

Nicole Miller design for Pantone with Spring 2013 colors.

 

 

Charlotte Ronson

Charlotte Ronson for Pantone with Spring 2013 colors.

 

Fashion is the theme of High Point Market this fall, and here are some objects that incorporate colors similar to those Pantone released. The draperies and pants in this High Point Market video have a color combination similar to Pantone Spring 2013.

Image via High Point Market

Watch for an upcoming post to get my personal take on which colors will be big in the mountain resorts  in 2013 and why!

Lynne Barton Bier

 

 

 

 

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Living Large in Small Spaces

Even amply-sized homes have certain areas where space is tight. Here are tips to help you maximize your space with style.

  • Bunkbeds. Bunkbeds save space and are a great deal of fun. The built-ins in the sweet cottage nook are great for girls. (Top image.) Adults are also using bunkbeds in vacation rentals, with draperies to add privacy. (Bottom image.)
small spaces

Image via Apartment Therapy. Richard Leo Johnson Photography

 

bunkbeds

Image via Enchanted Home. Design: M Elle

 

  • Kitchen desks. Studies and offices are great. But we all know that many thank-you notes and bills are taken care of in the kitchen. So why not have a built-in desk that coordinates with your cabinetry? It will help remove clutter from the kitchen table.

 

built-in desk

Image via Houzz

 

  • Banquettes. Custom cushions make a residential banquette a cozy area where all family members can make eye contact and conversation over cereal or cards. With nooks like these, a formal dining room (though wonderful) no longer feels like a necessity.
banquette

Image via House and Home

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Image 1: Apartment Therapy

Image 2: The Enchanted Home

Image 3: House and Home

 

Design Tips and Trends,It's All in the Details

Custom Turnkey Installation

Like the perfect wedding gown or made-to-measure suit, a turnkey installation is a full-service process where a designer listens to your vision and then creates a home that perfectly fits your style – down to the last detail.

Lake Catamount House by Home on the Range Interiors

Lake Catamount House by Home on the Range Interiors

Turnkey installations are perfect for second homes and busy homeowners who don’t have the time to spend on researching products and pulling the finishes together.  We use the term custom turnkey installation for the ultra-full service projects that we design because the homes look like the family that lives there. Our goal is to have our clients be overwhelmed with joy as they walk into their dream home. And it is their dream — Home on the Range is an experienced team of designers ready to take care of schedules and design details so that our clients can focus on what matters most to them– family,  friends and daily life.  All you have to do is describe your vision, and Home on the Range does the rest. On a set date, you are handed the keys and walk into a space where music is playing, candles are lit, and every detail is taken care of, down to the last hand-towel. The only thing you have to worry about is bringing clothing and a toothbrush. Time is valuable, and a custom turnkey installation saves you time and eliminates stress, at the same time providing you with a home where every detail is coordinated and well thought out.

 

Lake Lodge master bath complete with towels and accessories

It takes a knowledgeable staff with trusted trade resources to perform large turnkey installations in a relatively short period of time. Fortunately, the experienced design staff at Home on the Range has an efficient system that has enabled us to perform many custom turnkey installations over the past several decades. Best of all, each of these projects is fully customized, timeless, and unique.

Master bedroom with rugs, throws, sheets and bedding

 

We even set the dining table!

Do you have questions about custom turnkey installations? Contact us at Home on the Range so we can hear your vision for your unique home.

 

Architect:  Joe Patrick Robbins, AIA

Photographer:  Tim Murphy

All photos courtesy of Home on the Range Interiors

Outdoor Kitchen Design – From Rustic to Refined
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Outdoor Kitchen Design – From Rustic to Refined

I always feel as if simply setting your table outdoors turns any meal into a festive event!    In our past posts on al fresco dining we have shown examples of  outdoor dining spaces, great outdoor tabletop ideas, our top patio furniture picks and stunning outdoor living spaces.  The next  important component of outdoor dining we would like to highlight is the kitchen, along with the appliances for outdoor kitchens that have evolved to the point where your outdoor kitchens can be every bit as functional as your indoor kitchen!  Just think about not having to traipse back and forth to the kitchen but to have everything right at your fingertips!

From the simple rustic fire pit where you can roast marshmallows or grill hot dogs, to the refined outdoor kitchen and dining space complete with flat screen television, there are outdoor kitchen designs to suit every lifestyle and budget.  Below are some great examples of creative outdoor kitchens that reflect a variety of entertaining styles and fit into a wide array of environments.

In this  kitchen by Urrutia Designs the walls fold back to turn an indoor space into an outdoor space in a matter of minutes.  What a great way to prolong your outdoor dining season!

Outdoor Kitchens

The integration of the cook top and refrigerator in the low wall of this rooftop patio kitchen by Chicago Green Design, Inc. maximizes patio space, maintains a flow around the perimeter and maintains the stunning view of the Chicago skyline. 

Outdoor Kitchens

The kitchen on this covered porch by Cornerstone Architects is beautifully finished with wood cabinets and fireplace surround, giving  it a feeling of luxury and taking advantage of the spectacular surroundings.

Outdoor Kitchens

An age old, time-tested kitchen – a great take by Design Associates on the simple fire pit concept to grill meats and cook marshmallows!

Outdoor Kitchens

Spinnaker Development’s  outdoor kitchen design comes complete with television!

Outdoor Kitchens
And then of course, you can’t forget the products that make outdoor dining a success… Be sure to take a look at the great tips for selecting outdoor appliances from House Logic

Outdoor Kitchen Appliances

An outdoor gas grill from Subzero/Wolff

Outdoor Kitchen Appliances 

An outdoor pizza oven

There are also a lot of resources for outdoor kitchen cabinets and you will see some great examples at Kitchens.com

Hopefully we have given you some good ideas to  help you create a wonderful outdoor kitchen, geared to your lifestyle and primed and ready for those special summer evenings. For more  information about how to build an outdoor kitchen of your own just push the  “like what you see” button, or click here to  contact Home on the Range. 

 

Images 1 -5 via Houzz (as linked above), SubZero-Wolf (6),  House Logic (7), Kitchens (8)

Rustic Western Bunk Rooms
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Rustic Western Bunk Rooms

Bunk rooms play a large role in mountain design because they provide a variety of functions.  They can be a room for a number of kids to hang out or a perfect spot for overflow guests.  We typically try to have at least one set of extra long twin beds or bunk beds to make them comfortable for an adult.  The high ceilings in the homes we work on give us the ability to increase the space between the lower and upper bunk to give more head room for an adult.  Bunk rooms  can be more colorful and playful than the other rooms of the house and can be a little bit more “themed” without feeling hokey. Today we thought we’d share some rustic Western bunk rooms for design inspiration and ideas for Colorado mountain homes. Take a look…

The first three bunk rooms are from our own portfolio.

In the room below, we designed the bunk beds to be built into the wall as a great space-saving option and gave it a mountain feel with the logs, the brindle hide rug and the wonderful Karen Kreek Adirondack painted dresser.  The black bear lamp offers a playful touch.

Here is another bunk room from the designers at  Home on the Range. This space in a Lake Catamount house is designed not only for sleeping but with a desk area and a fun game table and chairs.  It makes a great get-away room for either kids or adults.   The Old Hickory beds work beautifully in a mountain home and the stars add a fun accent to the walls.

 

Home on the Range Western kids room 2

In the bunk room below which was over a “barn” in a Western Homestead Ranch home, we used twin beds and a trundle bed instead of bunk beds.  We kept a fun cowboy western motif in the bedding and kept it very “kid” oriented.

Bunk Room traditional bedroom

http://www.houzz.com

The bunk room above and the bunk room below we found on Houzz and felt they were great examples of western bunk room design. Take a look at the way the reclaimed wood vanity was incorporated into the bunk room above by Locati Architects and below, the bunk room from Design Associates maximizes their space with four built in bunks on one side and a “lit clos” or single built-in bed on the right.  Having the beds built into the side walls of the room allows space for seating in the center of the room.
Montana mix eclectic bedroom
How have you decorated your kids’ rooms here in Colorado? Leave a comment to share, or feel free to post pictures on our Facebook page!

Images: @1 via interior design by Home on the Range, architecture by Steamboat Architectural and photography by Kevin Schultz; 2 interior design by Home on the Range, architecture by Joe Patrick Robbins and photography by Kevin Schultz; 3 interior design by Home on the Range, architecture by Joe Patrick Robbins and photography by Tim Murphy; 4 and 5 via Houzz

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3 Great Reasons to Like Home on the Range on Facebook

If you love all the ideas and pictures you see here on the Home on the Range blog, be sure to like our Facebook page, too. Here are three great reasons to visit the Home on the Range Facebook page and click “Like” next to our name if you haven’t already:

  1. To find out about sales going on at our showroom in Steamboat Springs, CO. Who doesn’t love getting deals on home design goods? Like our Facebook page so you’re in the know about current and upcoming discounts.
  2. To see some of our favorite products and vendors. In fact, we just shared an album of Fun Finds from the recent High Point Furniture Market Lynne attended in North Carolina. Check it out!
  3. To interact with the Home on the Range team. Feel free to comment on one of our status updates or write on the wall. We love hearing your feedback.

We hope you’ll join us!

Home on the Range’s Top Patio Furniture Picks
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Home on the Range’s Top Patio Furniture Picks

In line with our recent posts about Colorado outdoor living, today we want to focus our attention on different furniture styles for your deck or patio. Whether you’re interested in lounging under the sun, entertaining friends and family or dining around a table, there’s something for you in our top outdoor furniture picks for your home.

Old Hickory has been in the rustic furniture business for over 100 years and has provided furniture for many of the great lodges in the National Parks.  

Great photo showing President Taft on an Old Hickory settee!

The addition of the sunbrella cushions and pads to these lounge chairs and settees adds some color and additional comfort to the rustic styles:

 Groovy Stuff is another rustic outdoor furniture company we use a lot in the mountains.  They have some fun designs and offer rustic wagon wheel furniture as well as Adirondack styles.  Many of their furniture pieces are made from  reclaimed wood : 

Take a look at how Stone 2 Furniture works in both an urban setting and a rustic mountain setting.  Stone 2 Stone has wonderful sculptural look that I can’t resist!  It ‘s looks are also deceiving because you wouldn’t anticipate how comfortable it is!  

We have been placing Palecek  furniture on patios and decks for over 20 years and have found their quality to be dependable and their styles always cutting edge.  Whether you want the traditional wicker settee that would have been on Grandma’s porch or are interested in the latest look, Palacek has it all.   We selected three of the newer pieces from Palecek to showcase their versatility of style:

Love this new take on the barrel chair!

The interesting curve on the leg of this coffee table make it look almost Asian - love the simple yet interesting design

This lounge chair has it all - style, comfort and durability!

We look to Woodard for metal furniture, and especially love these two sets:

I love the pop of red on the cushions of this patio furniture by Woodard

The transitional lines of this Palladian dining set works well in any setting.

How are you setting up your patio for spring? You can check out our posts on inspiring rustic outdoor living spaces and dining alfresco in style for inspiration.

Images: 1-2 Old Hickory; 3-4 Groovy Stuff; 5-7 Stone 2 Furniture; 8-10 via Palecek; 11-12 via Woodard

Wesley Hall’s High Quality and Style
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Wesley Hall’s High Quality and Style

Lynne Bier, principal and lead designer at Home on the Range, attended the Design Bloggers Conference earlier this week and was happy to meet a number of people in the industry. It’s always nice to put a face to a company you do business with, which is exactly what happened when Lynne got to talk to Patrick Bradshaw of Wesley Hall Furniture.

At Home on the Range, we always love how Wesley Hall stays on top of the design industry in terms of quality and style. As described on their company website:

“Over the last 20 years, Wesley Hall has become a key manufacturer in the upper segment of the upholstered furniture market. We attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to providing excellent service, quality, fashion, and value.”

Here are some of our favorite upholstered furniture pieces from Wesley Hall:

They have many beautiful chairs, including these four options:

This swivel fits into smaller spaces but is still really comfortable!

A fun fabric can really change the look of this chair - we love the chair both ways.

Here is a similar style in a solid. It also looks great in leather.

We love the mix of wood and fabric on this fun accent chair.

This sofa has a great transitional frame:

This comes in both a loveseat size and a sofa size

And we love the curve on these ottomans:

Which of these pieces stand out to you?

Functional and Decorative Ottomans
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Functional and Decorative Ottomans

Ottomans are extremely versatile pieces in home design. They not only give you a place to prop up your feet and add a decorative touch to a room, but they also can be used as coffee tables or storage pieces. Here, we’ve compiled a number of examples of ottomans as a gem in both function and form:

At Home on the Range, we’ve used ottomans as coffee tables in multiple Western interior design projects—they just work so well!

This is a fun little ottoman seat in a closet:

Another smart place for an ottoman is at the foot of a bed, like in this chic bedroom design.

This tufted ottoman is another great example of an ottoman as a coffee table.

How have you incorporated ottomans in your home? Leave a comment to share, or feel free to post pictures of your own versatile ottomans on our Facebook page. We’d love to see them!

Photos: 1-2 Interior design by Home on the Range; 3-5 via Houzz as linked above

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