Design Board- Betsy Bardi

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Betsy Bardi- Bardi Designs

“I have always loved construction. I am a firm believer that in order to create the entire vision for a home there must be some aspect of construction involved during the interior design process. The wall and ceiling finishes, lighting, tiles, plumbing fixtures, and floor finishes are just as important as the rugs and the pillows on the sofa. Almost every project I work with includes some construction element, whether it’s removing a wall, installing a reclaimed wall, custom making furniture pieces, barn doors, unusual tile, flooring, or custom built-ins. This way the full potential of the space is realized and then celebrated.”

Tips of the trade

• Break the rules and use largescale decorative lighting, especially pendants and chandeliers.

• Collect things that you love and display them creatively. Your home should be an individual reflection of you.

• Fewer, bigger pieces in a space help provide the “wow” factor and don’t feel cluttered or busy.