We love this quote from Barbara Barry, who we are currently listening to here at the Design Bloggers Conference in LA! She is one of the most beautiful speakers I have ever heard.
- March 5, 2013
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Last week we talked about one of our favorite emerging trends in design: industrial chic. If you missed it, or just loved it so much that you want to read it again, you can find it here. As promised, today we are going to share some ideas for industrial chic products that are both unique and versatile. This product collection is specifically tailored to western and mountain style, but most of them would find themselves at home in (almost) any space.
This pendant light would be a perfect addition to an industrial chic space. Placed over a bar, a kitchen island, or along a hallway or covered porch, these pendants would provide an instant “old mine” feel to your home.
This old railway-cart-turned-coffee-table is another great way to add the glam factory look to your room. Though it would look right at home in an abandoned mine shaft, we have used enough of them in our projects to know that they also look right at home in a rustic mountain house. These tables become beautiful focal points in a room, and are sure to get lots of compliments from guests.
Oversized clocks are a great way to fill up large empty spaces in your home. They provide a useful service, and are also a creative alternative to using too many art pieces. This clock adds a great architectural element with its use of gears, which are a common sight in the industrial trend.
This little end table is a great way to add an industrial feel to a room without having to go all out. Placed on either side of a bed, or used beside a sofa, the brushed metal top, wheels, and mesh basket each contribute a subtle hint of industry that is not overwhelming.
When decorating your home, remember that less can sometimes be more. Try to incorporate industrial chic items with other softer pieces to prevent an institutional feeling of starkness. All of these pieces are available at or through Home on the Range, so make sure and stop by the showroom today and see how we can help you make your home industrial chic!
Also, don’t forget to enter our Facebook contest! Upload a photo of something eco friendly that you have or do in your home for a chance to win a $100 Visa giftcard! You can enter on our Facebook page here.
What’s new in the design world these days? Well, nothing really. The upcycling continues, and “new to you” is still gaining momentum at an alarming rate. We are especially fond of the most recently emerging branch of this trend: the “industrial chic” look. I haven’t actually heard it called that, that’s just what I’m calling it… and I think it works. While upcycling, reclaiming, and repurposing are all part of this process, industrial chic takes it to a new level. The best way that I can describe the difference between rustic/reclaimed and industrial chic is this: focus on the word industrial. What do you think of? Industrial chic incorporates obsolescent objects of industry from days gone by into current design trends. Exposed brick, raw beams, and an overzealous use of hardware are a good start. Then metal, concrete, raw wood, pieces of old machinery. Junk, basically. These pieces join hands with more modern facets to create entirely new objects with a strikingly fresh look.
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Living in Colorado, we are able to celebrate a special kind of industrial chic. While we may not have a tradition of skyscrapers, iron work, and factory production, we DO have an industrial tradition all our own: the mining industry. Railway carts become coffee tables, lanterns now light hallways instead of mine shafts, and gears and other metal components claim spaces as wall decor.
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Just like with all other trends, there are easy ways to apply industrial chic to your rugged mountain style. Stay tuned for a follow up to this post that will feature industrial chic products. And, just like always, Home on the Range is here to help. Come in to the showroom and see what we have that will help you add industrial chic-ness to your own home!
- February 20, 2013
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This post (like most posts on the Home on the Range blog) was written by Payje Bier. Payje is the Design Assistant/Marketing Manager/Blog Writer/Facebook Poster/Sketchup Artist/Web Designer/Sales Associate at Home on the Range. Come visit her in the showroom sometime and say hello!
It’s hard to forget the moment that the full force of the pine beetle epidemic struck me. For years in Colorado, we have watched our hillsides turn from green to red. Everyone remarked on how sad it was to see our trees dying, and wondered when it would stop. But, though the trees were red, they were still there. I moved to New Mexico in the fall of 2010, and in Albuquerque, no pine trees meant no beetles.
When I returned to Steamboat last spring (2012), my dad and I continued a long held tradition and went for a drive to Steamboat Lake, something we have been doing as a family for my entire life. When I was little, we would camp at the lake every summer. We built campfires, pitched tents, laughed and played in the forest. The place is ingrained in my memories. It came as a horrific surprise to me when we arrived at the lake and I didn’t even know where we were. My dad had to carefully explain our surroundings to orient me. The reason I didn’t recognize the place where we had spent so much time over the years was this: ALL of the trees were gone. An entire FOREST was missing. It was then that I understood the full repercussions of the beetle infestation.
Hundreds of thousands of trees have fallen victim to the pine-beetles. Loggers have been cutting them down, acre after acre, because dead trees make for such a sever fire hazard. It is nothing less than a tragedy. But, Coloradoans are resourceful. It may have taken a little while, but we found a way to reclaim this tragedy and incorporate the remains of our beloved forests into our surroundings once more. We are finding more and more uses for beetle kill pine, and one of the most prominent is using it as reclaimed wood in design.
Home on the Range was recently part of a building/design project that did just that. We used locally sourced, beetle kill lumber in a project on Dakota Ridge here in Steamboat. Below are a few pictures of how the wood was used in the project: in the bunk room for paneling on the walls and ceiling, in the bunk room den for wainscoting, and in the bathroom vanity.
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Image via Home on the Range
Image via Home on the Range
Using beetle kill pine in furniture is also a growing trend. A blog post by Ryan Schlaefer Fine Furniture describes this process in greater detail, and uses some beautiful furniture pieces for examples.
Image via Ryan Schlaefer Fine Furniture
Up-cycling is a popular fashion in design at the moment, and there is no better item to “reclaim” than a decimated forest; nothing better to recycle than a seemingly obsolete piece of wood. As the forests begin to regenerate and grow again, we are glad to be surrounded by memories of the past in our homes, and excited to be a part of this innovative process.
- February 13, 2013
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We had so much fun with our last post Around the World in 80 Doors, that we just couldn’t resist doing another fun one today. There is a very specific category of photography that I love: pictures taken of beautiful places around the world through unique and ornate doors and windows.
I told you it was specific.
But, once I share this collection of photographic gems with you, I’m sure you’ll agree- these types of pictures are the best! Have you ever taken any pictures through a window or door? We would love to see them! Share them with us on our Facebook page!
Image via Xena Bites Back
Image via Art.Co.UK
Image via Blue Pueblo
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Image via a Life of Beauty and Grace
Image via La Vie Extrordinaire
See? I told you it would be fun! Don’t forget to share your favorite pictures with us on Facebook!
- January 18, 2013
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Well, not really 80 doors, but it was a catchy title, right? After all this talk about white and winter in the last few weeks, we thought it was time to spice it up and add some color to our lives. Today, we’re going on a visual journey of doors around the world.
The thing I love most about doors is that they are all different, and the styles, shapes and colors differ from place to place. Though some places in America like New Orleans, Miami, and Santa Fe participate in the creation of glorious entryways, the majority of global door love is found beyond our borders. Places like India, Italy, Thailand and Mexico aren’t afraid to show their colors, and the results are visually inspiring. Let’s take a look.
Carving and Sculpture Favorites:
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Texture and Pattern Favorites:
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Color Favorites:
Image via Khish Vantage
Image via Pariah’s Muse
Image via Awesome Spaces
“Well-Aged” Favorites:
Image via Abriendo-Puertas
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Image via Flickr
Can’t get enough of these doors? We can’t either! See more on our Doors and Windows Pinterest board! Or, you can also read our post on using recycled doors in design here.
- January 16, 2013
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Last week we talked about an upcoming design trend, and how to translate that trend into your own home if you happen to live in a snowy environment. Decorating with white has reclaimed a spot on the top of the charts, but if you abide in the mountains, you may know that decorating in all white is a taboo. I mean, really, who wants to live in a snow cave?
But wait! There are ways to carefully edge around this no-no, and to create a stunning space that is not only warm and white and cozy, but is also chic as chic can be. If you missed last week’s post that covered HOW to design with white in your mountain home, you can find it here. Today, as promised, we are going to discuss products that will help you bring your vision to life. Would you be surprised if I told you that you can find all of these products at the Home on the Range showroom? Well, surprise! We have all this and more, and the best part is, if we don’t have exactly what you’re looking for, we are more than happy to help you find it.
Last week we talked about how important it is to use warmer colors and textures along with white when designing in the mountains. We absolutely love the leather, rivets, and distressed-wood-claw-feet of this stool/ottoman. It would look great paired with leather chairs, or with other white decor items.
This birch tree floor lamp is a great example of using “off-whites” to warm up your space, while also giving the all-white feeling. An added bonus of using a lamp like this is that it brings in the rustic/natural feel that we are so fond of seeing in mountain design.
These porcelain and pewter serving pieces are ideal for a classy, white winter escape. The color and texture of the antlers add a rustic interest to the pieces, while the shine of the pewter helps to cut the starkness of the white. These would be great used as centerpieces on a dining or coffee table, hung with other trays to create a focal wall, or used for serving at an apres-ski party.
Are you noticing our rustic trend here? These pillows are perfect for a mountain lodge. They kill two trend birds with one stone because not only are they fashionably white, but they also feature designs current favorite creature: the stag. For more on “Going Stag” read our post here. Also, if you choose pure white pillows (like the one on the bottom), make sure to surround them with other types of warmth, like burlap, off-white bedding, or a fur throw.
Speaking of fur, while our last product is not actually a white decor item, it IS a perfect companion to these white decor items. We talked about the importance of adding the feeling of warmth through textures and colors, and really there are few better ways to do that than by using soft, fluffy, warm, fur. A fur throw or pillow strategically placed in your space is an easy way to add a volume of warmth and comfort that is more difficult to achieve otherwise.
If you love what you see here, or are looking for a bit more inspiration in creating you white mountain retreat, come visit us at the Home on the Range showroom today! You can also find our ideas on Pinterest, or see more of our mountain work in our website portfolio. Stay warm out there!
- January 11, 2013
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Whiteout Conditions-How to use white in design if you live in the mountains
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We all know that trends have a way of coming back around. For better or for worse, the things we think we’ve left behind tend to constantly resurface in the present. This holds true in every aspect of culture, and interior design is no exception. Recently, we have seen all white decorating make it’s comeback. From shabby-chic to super-elegant, living room, to bedroom to kitchen, interior design trends are experiencing a whiteout.
Well, we live in the mountains.
In the mountains, you can’t just slap a coat of whitewash up on the walls and reupholster the furniture in stark white. Why? Because Colorado winters already provide more white than just about anyone is prepared to deal with. We currently have 136 inches of white here in Steamboat Springs, and while the idea of having a chic white interior may sound exciting, you’ll find that if you live anywhere that it snows for a significant chunk of the year, the results of this color shift will be underwhelming. In our neck of the woods, it’s important to make warmth a central factor in design. This doesn’t have as much to do with where we place the heaters as it does with the colors, textures and materials that we use when creating spaces.
But if you are over the moon about this trend, and if, like us, you are a ski town-dweller, you don’t have to just suffer through it and resign yourself to using only colors from the rainbow. You CAN use white in your interior design, you just have to be a little bit more cautious and subtle about it.
Following these VERY IMPORTANT tips will ensure that you can stay current in your mountain retreat without creating the feeling that you live in an igloo.
1. Avoid using entirely 100% white.
Experiment with different shades of white, like off-whites, eggshells and ivories. Subtracting even minutely from stark white will warm your room up exponentially, while still giving you the look you are going for.
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2. Add some rustic touches.
Think less shabby-chic and more rugged-elegant. Beams, logs, and wood floors go a long way in making mountain interiors feel more cozy and inviting, and when you combine that traditional rustic style with white accents, the contrast that it creates is just beautiful.
Image via Houzz
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3. Accessorize wisely.
Don’t choose all-white accessories… instead, choose accessories (like throws, pillows, candles, candle holders, mirrors, frames, etc) that will highlight the white that you already have in the space rather than overwhelming it. Fur and burlap are materials that are very in right now, and not only are they perfect for accessorizing in the mountains, they also look fantastic when paired with white decor.
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4. An accent color wouldn’t be the end of the world.
Give it a shot. You might be surprised. Try out a red pillow here, a red candle there. Since you’re working with white, you can really use just about any color you want. Actually, that’s not true. Try to stay away from blue and other “cool” colors and instead search out warmer colors like reds or golds. They don’t have to be vibrant, but adding a little bit of color will make you feel warmer, even when it’s cold outside.
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5. Texturize.
When decorating your space, try to keep texture in the forefront of your mind. Textures are a sneaky way to apply feeling and style to a room without having to just come right out and say it. Imagine a white room, wood floor, wood beams. Now imagine that same floor with a fluffy sheepskin rug on it. Better right? Thought so.
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We were going to make one big long post with our mountain white decorating tips AND products that we suggest for mountain white decorating, but we thought that would just be too much for you all at once, so make sure and keep an eye out next week when we will do a follow up to this post that will include great products for decorating with white and where to find them (spoiler alert: it’s Home on the Range). Until then, enjoy the rest of your week, and Happy New Year from Home on the Range!
- January 3, 2013
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Christmas time is finally really here, I have just been so excited about it! I love the lights, the trees, the smells, the spirit, the music, and mostly the SNOW that we’ve been getting in the last few days! To celebrate the season, Home on the Range is going holiday from now until the big day! Join us for a series of Christmas blog posts that will help you get inspired to bring the holiday spirit into your own home (if it’s not already there).
Today we’re sharing some of our favorite Christmas-scapes with you. Whether you’re in the mood for tree-scapes, mantle-scapes, table-scapes, or entry-scapes, look no further. We have compiled a collection of Christmas decorating glory that we hope will help inspire you to take your own Christmas-scape to the next level.
Outdoor Christmas-scapes: Incorporating items like lanterns and candles with a wreath or leftover greenery from your Christmas tree makes a beautiful impression without taking up too much of your precious holiday time. Try arranging greenery in containers like baskets, planters or old washtubs and adding pine cones and branches for a rustic approach.
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Christmas table-scapes: Setting your table for Christmas is one of the easiest ways to add a holiday feel to your home that also makes it feel well polished and put together. Mason jars are ever-popular centerpieces, and using different sizes and styles creates a little bit of visual excitement and variety. Candles are a table’s best friend, not only during the holidays, but at any time of the year. Candles are pretty, and you can use different colors and shapes to highlight your current decorating theme. Best of all, when lit, they contribute an intimacy to your dining experience that is hard to achieve without them… think “mood lighting”.
Image via Houzz
Image via Houzz
Christmas mantle-scapes: There are so many many many ideas for decorating your fireplace mantle for Christmas, whether it is big or small, fat or skinny, short or tall. The mantle decoration is one of the most eye-catching displays, and will set the theme for your entire Christmas decorating scheme. Adding or changing a few simple elements can give you an entirely different feel, so play around with it and see what works best for you! A few key elements to get you started are candles, greenery, and berries (or anything else that will add a splash of color) Here are some of our favorites:
Image via Michael Graydon
Image via Laughing with Angels
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A few extra details: At Home on the Range, “It’s all in the details” are words we live by. Seriously, the details make the space. Focusing on the small picture will create a unique environment, and will begin to allow the big picture to fall into place on its own. Look at what you already have in your home and try to imagine what you can work with to create something new. If you are unsure of where to start, or if you are just looking for a little bit of extra inspiration to fill in your decorating holes, you can try a few of these easy decorations that are simple and elegant, but pack a big style punch.
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Image via Jim Fairfax
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Enjoy your Christmas decorating time, and don’t forget to stop into our showroom for all of your last minute decorating items! All of our Christmas decor is 30% off through Christmas Eve!
- December 21, 2012
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Do you ever just feel like you need to escape sometimes? We all know the feeling: like you just need a little hideaway to curl up in with a good book, away from the rest of the world. Not forever, just for a little while… in a space that is comfortable, calming, unique and special.
When you imagine your happy hideaway, do you picture it in the attic or a closet? Probably not. You probably conjure up dreams of deserted islands, tiny forest cottages, and other faraway fantasies, but you just might change your mind when you see some of our favorite in-home nooks and crannies. The best thing about these special spots is that you don’t have to undergo a major remodel to achieve one. In fact, you can create a super relaxing room of your own with almost any extra space you might have available… the more obscure and hidden in the house, the better.
Have an empty attic or crawl space? We love these cozy hidden gems:
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What about a hall closet or pantry?
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You can even make a special reading nook right in plain sight… it could even be your own BEDROOM!
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There are a few important elements to keep in mind when creating your in-home escape.
- Comfort is key. Fill your cranny with pillows, blankets, bean bags, etc… as many as you can, floor to ceiling if you have to!
- Style it up. This is your very own special space, and you want it to be a calm, happy place to be. If it’s filled with things that you absolutely love, then you will love escaping to it!
- Function. Make sure that you can actually use the space (i.e. you’re not trying to relax or de-stress in a 2×2 broom closet). If your room is windowless, consider adding some extra lights to the room. Unless you want to sit in the dark, and then that is up to you.
There are so many ways to make a special little nook in your home, if you need help with ideas, feel free to ask! You can find us on Facebook, or at our showroom (where we have LOTS of hideaway friendly furniture and accessories.
- November 14, 2012
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