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A kitchen remodel in an Orange County home renovation

How to Plan for Your Orange County Home Renovation

Design Tips, Interiors

Starting a renovation can feel both exciting and a little overwhelming, and when it’s an Orange County home renovation, the stakes can feel even higher. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or embarking on a ground-up remodel, the key to a successful project is thorough proper planning.  At Terri Brien Interiors, we specialize in high-end […]

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Kitchen and living room

The Difference Between Quality Furniture & Fast Furniture

Design Tips, Interiors

You’re likely to recall us bringing this topic up before, but with the increased attention on “fast furniture” versus quality furniture, we wanted discuss this growing trend towards quality. Today, we’ll dive deeper into the hallmarks of quality furniture versus the often less durable “fast furniture.” The idea behind this shift is that rather than […]

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Kitchen with open shelving

The Blending of Contemporary and Traditional Design

Design Tips, Interiors

When discussing interior design genres, there’s often a divide between “traditional” and “modern” design. While some may perceive traditional design as outdated or overly ornate, others appreciate its timeless elegance and historical significance. Conversely, those inclined toward traditional design may find modern design cold and sterile. However, there are ways to bridge this gap, resulting in some of the most memorable interiors.

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Custom built-in for office

How To Elevate and Maximize Your Space With A Built-in

Design Tips, Interiors

Custom built-ins are the unsung heroes of interior design, merging functionality with aesthetics to elevate a space that might otherwise feel useless or awkward. Thoughtfully tailored storage solutions not only maximize organization but can also elevate your home. In this post, we’ll dive into the many benefits of custom built-ins, exploring their versatility, aesthetics, and […]

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The Unexpected Red Theory

What is the Unexpected Red Theory and How Can I Apply it?

Design Tips, Interiors

The unexpected red theory suggests that including a bold and unexpected element, such as red, can grab attention and create even more visual interest. While we are going to explore the color red, we also want to look at other ways infusing unexpected elements can accomplish the same effect.

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Types of Runners and How to Select the Right One for Your Space

Design Tips, Interiors

Rugs bring so much to a space not only because they add softness to a hard surface but because of the texture and interest they infuse. In today’s post we are going to take a look at selecting the right runner for both aesthetic and lifestyle for often-overlooked areas of the home.

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What You Should Know About Brass Plumbing Fixtures

Design Tips, Interiors

We all know brass fixtures have made a resurgence in popularity, and rightfully so, so today we’re taking a look at the different finishes and things you should know about them.

There are a number of types of brass finishes, and they will each live differently.

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How To Select The Right Wallpaper to Elevate Your Space

Design Tips, Interiors

I’m sure it hasn’t gone unnoticed that wallpaper has been making a big comeback! So let’s talk about how you can use wallpaper to transform your space as well as some of the considerations to take into account when using wallpaper. Wallpaper has the unique ability to transform almost any space.

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The Difference Between Design Trends and Fads

Design Tips, Interiors, Lifestyle

I’ve started seeing more and more discussions on timeless design and am so happy about it I thought I would share a little on the subject. As the subject of timeless design goes hand in hand with the discussion on trends and fads, I thought I would also talk about the differences

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What to Include WhenDesigning Custom Cabinetry

Design Tips, Interiors

When planning cabinetry there are so many options that not only elevate the overall look of your cabinets but will enhance your everyday life. following are just a few of the items to consider when designing custom cabinetry for your home.

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