Reimagined Spaces: This or That

Many people find themselves stumped when it comes to knowing how to decorate their home. One of the best places to start would be to narrow down what your home decorating style is. You could say the top 10 interior design styles are: Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist, Coastal, Rustic, Farmhouse, Scandinavian, Bohemian, Traditional, and Transitional. Today we are going to take a look at two of those popular design styles so you can see which one resonates with you the most.

Look through the following pictures and decide if the first image is more appealing to you, or the second.

If you’re more drawn to the first images in each set, then Coastal could be the decorating style that you’re attracted to most. Here are some tips on how to achieve the Coastal look in your home:

  • Coastal is not nautical. In the simplest definition, Coastal is beachy. Through use of natural light, soft tones, and a clean aesthetic, it’s meant to evoke the breeziness of the beach.
  • Abundant light is the most important element in this home design. Window treatments should be minimal to not distract from the natural light.
  • To keep the vibe relaxed, incorporate natural elements by way of wicker, rattan and light wood.

If you’re more drawn to the second images in each set, then Farmhouse could be the decorating style that you’re attracted to most. Here are some tips on how to achieve the Farmhouse style in your home:

  • Farmhouse is warm, cozy, relaxing and full of charm and character.
  • A neutral color palette will keep your Farmhouse inspired space fresh, clean and current.
  • Mix and match furniture. Think about balancing out the natural materials in the room with things like plush couches, comfy accent chairs, and cushioned bar stools. You can also enhance the feeling of the room by layerings items like throw pillows and blankets into your design.
  • Add industrial accents. Not only are industrial pieces commonly based on the machinery used for farming, but they also happen to be experiencing a spike in popularity right now, making them the perfect common thread to finish off your look.

If you need some home design inspiration, we would love to help you and feature your space on our blog post series, Reimagined Spaces. We invite you to email us a picture of your space along with a short narrative of your dreams for that space.   If your space is chosen we will send you a short questionnaire that will allow Michaela to understand your vision, likes, dislikes and the design aesthetic that most appeals to you.  Michaela will create a design board and provide it along with links to the materials selected that compliment your space.  All reimagined spaces will be featured through this blog.

Please email us at Reimaginedspacesforyou@gmail.com

National Make a Difference Day

In honor of National Make a Difference Day, which falls on the fourth Saturday in October, we have put together a list of easy ways to make a BIG impact in your community.

☆ Help pet owners and animals alike when you donate pet food to Colorado Pet Pantry.

Colorado Pet Pantry aims to keep owners with their pets despite financial struggles. They hold pet food banks open all across Colorado several times a week. At these pet banks, volunteers hand out wet and dry dog food and cat food, leashes, harnesses, cat litter and toys.

Click here→ https://www.coloradopetpantry.org/donate/donate-pet-food/ to donate food to a pet food collection site in your area.

Click here → https://www.coloradopetpantry.org/donate/ to donate financially to Colorado Pet Pantry.

Click here → https://signup.com/Group/27197926080 to volunteer at a pet food bank in your area.

☆ Donate blood to those in need.

Did you know that one in seven people entering the hospital will need blood. You can save the lives of up to three people each time you give. Blood donation costs you nothing but your time, and only takes an hour or less!


Where can you donate?

  • Good Samaritan Medical Center – Lafayette, CO
  • Lutheran Medical Center – Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Platte Valley Medical Center – Brighton, CO
  • Saint Joseph Hospital – Denver, CO


Visit www.bonfils.org for more info.
Find out more about Children’s Hospital Mobile clinics by clicking here.


☆ Donate unwanted books.

Ever thought about what to do with those old books that take up extra space in your home? The City of Westminster Library accepts and appreciates donations of gently used books, DVDs , music CDs, and audiobooks on CD with popular appeal. Materials that are not needed for the library collection will be sold in the Friends’ Used Book Store.

Another option is to send them to Books for Africa. A simple name for an organization with a simple mission: to end the book famine in Africa. They collect, sort, ship, and distribute books to African students of all ages. Visit → https://www.booksforafrica.org/donate/donate-books.html to find out where to ship your gently used books.

Books can make a BIG impact in the lives of others!

☆ Are you an organ donor? 

Here are some local statistics as they relate to organ donation:

→ 160 generous organ donors in 2018 made 489 lifesaving transplants possible in our area.
→ 1,684 generous tissue donors provided an estimated 126,300 lifesaving and healing gifts to patients suffering from trauma or disease in 2018 in our area.
→ 2,648 eye donors in our area in 2018 resulted in 2,503 sight-restoring corneal transplants.
→ Nearly 2,000 people in our community are currently waiting for a lifesaving transplant.

To sign up to be an organ donor, it’s as easy as filling out this online form.

☆ Something as simple as helping a neighbor clean up their yard, sending an encouraging message to someone going though a hard time or shopping locally are all small efforts than can make a big impact in the lives of others. Take the time to reach out and care for someone today!

If you’re inspired to give back in a way that feels right for you, www.coloradogives.org is a great resource to find the perfect fit. They list the thousands of local nonprofits that could greatly benefit from your assistance.