Ready for holiday decorating? Why not go modern?

The sights and sounds of the holiday season are already filling retail stores and shopping malls (is it me, or does this start earlier and earlier every year?) It is easy to find traditional Christmas decor, but we wanted to share ways to give the holidays a modern flair.

Why have only one tree? This would look great with larger versions also...

This is such a creative way to display those ornaments without all of the needles!

Put those extra special ornaments in large bowls for display - they won't get lost in the tree.

We loved this! Think outside the box for a memorable family dinner!

Before and After - the Transformation of the Tunica Suites

We are so proud of our newest completed project - the Sam's Town Tunica Suites! Designed in 2008 and installed this year, this project is the latest in our hospitality design portfolio. To see more images and other Urban Design Studio projects, click this link:

http://www.urbandesignstudionv.com/

Purple Reign

When walking the streets of Rome, Milan and London, every retail store and hipster was wearing one color - PURPLE - every shade, hue and intensity. We are channelling Prince for this weeks purple inspiration - from the runway to your bedroom!

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Old Hollywood Glam meets Modern Fantasy

The October issue of InStyle magazine featured a view into the home of pop idol Christina Aguilera. We loved the Alice in Wonderland aesthetic with the saturated hues, jeweled accents and most of all the intriguing color combinations. Designers Ron Woodson and Jaime Rummerfield labeled the design "modage" (modern + vintage).

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Milan & Florence

Hi! I am actually back in Reno now (blogging from a foreign country is not very easy), but I still wanted to share some fun and inspirational ideas from my travels…

WOW!!!! After a quick one-day visit to Milan, which turned into a shopping trip for me and torture for my husband, we were lucky enough to stay in a bed and breakfast that overlooked the Duomo in Florence, which also put us smack dab in the middle of the action. After walking around for just an evening, it was not hard to decide what my surprising inspiration was in this place - FABRIC! There were fabric stores everywhere, displaying bright colors, unique patterns, and every construction possible. We also visited the Pitti Palace, which has an interior almost covered in fabric from top to bottom of every room. After thinking about it, the colorful and intricate fashion in Milan was directly inspired by the fabrics and decor in Florence. Here are some photos…

HOLIDAY DECOR IS HERE!!

Amazing holiday decor has just arrived at theStudionv!!

We will be having another open house at the end of the month but feel free to set up your own personal shopping appointment or party at any time!! We will debut the line at the Power of the Purse event this Thursday so please join us at the Atlantis for this great fundraiser supporting Nevada women.

More information on our next OPEN HOUSE will be posted beginning of next week, as well as an update from Lea's European trip. Hope everyone has a great weekend!!

Hot Cocoa Inspirations

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It is chilly outside today. The leaves are rustling in the breeze and the temperature has dropped. It is officially fall and it makes the mind wonder to images of falling leaves, warm sweaters and what else? A mug filled with yummy hot cocoa. Smooth and rich, warm and toasty...delicious right? So why not take this feeling into your home? Hot chocolate walls with a creamy whip cream sofa or bed. Maybe a caramel drizzle in the decorative pillows or a throw. You make the call but have fun with it. Chocolate is a neutral that can be mixed with a monochromatic pallet of beiges, golds and creams or use a pop of color like lime green, fuchsia or orange to really make a statement.

What is your fall inspiration? Please send us your favorite fall ideas or thoughts. We would love to hear from you.

Next Thursday, October 8th is our next event "The Power of the Purse". See our blog from September 14th for more information.