interior design

Sayonara Summer: A Look Back at a Swell-Styled Summer 2018

September 19, 2018 by Swell Decor

There are officially only two days left of summer and we can’t believe how fast the time has gone. — We say it every year, in every season, but it’s just so true. In the Swell family we spend a portion of our summer in Sweden and cherish those times together exploring, learning and relaxing. However, we still accomplish a lot of projects…design never sleeps. So we wanted to give you an inside look into a few projects we’ve loved designing this summer! We hope you enjoy these Swell-styled shots from a recently completed master bathroom, which features a fabulous crystal chandelier that brings such an elegant presence to the space. And who wouldn’t love all of that well organized closet space in their own home!? You will also see (pictured second to last) a powder room with an intricate wallpaper; a perfect way to make a statement in a small space. Lastly, the simplicity and functionality of this office space is everything our client needs to get the job done in style.

We look forward to sharing more with you in the seasons to come!

So, sayonara summer…bring on the cool & cozy feelings of fall!!

Study In Style

August 22, 2018 by Swell Decor

It’s that time of year again — back to school for the kiddos! And with that comes homework, study sessions, and crafting projects. But before this study space takes over your kitchen table…it’s time to create a space just for them. So to give you a little design inspiration and/or an invitation to come meet with us in the studio, here are a few of our favorite kid-friendly work spaces full of style and ready for studying, crafting, and dreaming big dreams.

Design is in the Details

July 31, 2018 by Swell Decor

Design; we love it, we work it, and we can’t get enough of it. Design is found in culture, lifestyle trends, fashion, homes, studios, nature, and wherever you create it. Design can spin from your imagination and come to sight on your Pinterest dream board. In our eyes design can even be best appreciated in the small details, because most likely the smallest addition to your design can make the biggest difference. Color selection, furniture choice, lighting configuration, artwork placement, etc. are obvious big decisions in a design project. This is true, yet more often than not, the pieces that make a design complete are the small detail decisions. That being said, we so enjoyed designing this room and wanted you all to view these details for yourself. We found that the small details made us AND our clients have heart eyes for every nook and cranny in this room.

Here are a few pics that live up to, “design is in the details”. – Enjoy!

Let There Be White

July 25, 2018 by Swell Decor

In the big scope of fashion, it’s said to not wear white before Memorial Day or after Labor Day. But we all know white is a serene, relaxing hue. In design It also brings out the simplicities of your home and creates “ahh” moments when walking through the door after a long day. So even though white is a known summer trend, interior design is meant to wear white year round. White linens, drapery, pillows, throws, decor, etc., is a go-to when creating an at-home oasis for our clients. Here are just a few of our designs/projects that exemplify warm & bright white tones.

Let Your Design Flourish

May 8, 2017 by author

“April showers bring May flowers”, has inspired us to seek out and share our favorite patterns & prints of floral wallpaper. Whether the print is embellished with detail or light & simple, wallpaper makes a statement. It can be designed to bring an entire room together or act as an accent wall. Our picks cover every category…from bold bathroom colors to a dainty accent wall in a farmhouse bedroom; there is no limit with wallpaper! Don’t be afraid to be bold & bright in your interior design!

Image Credit: shop.projectnursery.com – Jolie Wallpaper –

Image Credit: www.studio-mcgee.com via Instagram

Luck of the Stylish

March 15, 2017 by author

There will be no pinching in the style world on this St. Patrick’s Day because green is everywhere! The Pantone 2017 color of year is Greenery and we’re loving it! There are endless combinations of colors, patterns, and textures to accompany this stylish color. Greenery can be paired with a kale (dark green) paint color for a monochromatic vibe or a hot pink/fuchsia for a retro vibe. And to create a bold look, style greenery with banana leaf wallpaper – that’s a sure way to make your houseguests green with envy for your interior design. No matter how you choose to ‘go green’ you won’t be lacking up-to-date design style for this week’s green, luck of the Irish holiday.

Proud of this Swell Décor original! -Bright bedroom showing off greenery colored curtains.

Image Credit: www.theenglishroom.biz

Image Credit: conceptsandcolorways.com

Image Credit: www.musa.md

Image Credit: casadasamigas.com

Image Credit: www.mydomaine.com

From your Swell stylists, we wish you good luck & limitless design on this St. Patty’s Day!!

Christmas Time Is Here!

December 21, 2016 by author

It is officially four days until Christmas!! -Can you believe it?! Like the song says, “it is the most wonderful time of the year”, and that applies for your home too. The sight of twinkling lights, the sweet scent from the Christmas tree, and stockings hung with care. This season is for special decor that makes your home and your heart feel merry and bright. Here are a few favorite simple, Swell ways to add Christmas sparkle around my home and hope you have too. Wishing everyone a Swell Christmas!

How To: Cherish Your Chairs

November 17, 2016 by author

It’s that time of year where you want to come home after a busy day and just curl up in a comfy chair to relax. But let’s be honest, that’s true for anytime of the year… it just sounds cozier on a chilly Fall afternoon. Since the recent time change everyone around my house is feeling a little more tired and could use a cozy chair to enjoy a cat nap or cuddle with the kids. If you’re like Merrin & I, each of our homes has a number of seating areas but there is always that one spot that seems to call your name – that one chair in the house that makes you feel the most comforted & at ease. We hope you are reading this in your special spot! But just because it provides the best comfort doesn’t mean it should slack on style. Have you ever sat on a gorgeous piece of furniture & loved it but you couldn’t see yourself ever calling it “your cozy seat”? Well we always try to make sure our clients have the best of both worlds with your furniture – style and sufficiency.

Here are just a few of our favorite styles of chairs!