Wallpaper City

When I asked a friend of mine (who's a real estate agent) why the house down the street from me was on the market for 3 years, he responded with a roll of his eyes and said "Ugh, wallpaper city."

It got me thinking about wallpaper and the love-hate relationship we've formed with it.  Whether you like it or not, it's a design trend that refuses to completely remove itself from the world of home decor. While it waited patiently through a decade of bold paint colors, it has recently made a comeback, returning for the most part as an accent.

If you're hesitant to conform to this trend, take a look at the photos below.  You might change your outlook...

A Little Goes A Long Way

Whether you're a wallpaper fan or not, you don't have to go overboard with the design.  A 360 degree view of the same print can sometimes cause a headache.  Accenting one wall (primarily the focal point of the room) can bring interest without being overwhelming.  On the opposite walls, choose paint colors that pull tones from the wallpaper as seen in the pictures below.

Choosing To Be Bold

Personally, not my taste, but for others who absolutely insist on wallpaper in their homes, it might be.  A bold print can certainly bring a room to life, but it must be paired with furniture that doesn't scream or clash.  Also staying in the color family and style of your decor helps to pull everything together.

Subtle Hints

A tonal look can add a delicate touch to your room.  It can bring an understated sense of texture if your desire is to showcase your furniture more than your walls.  An elegant and safe choice if you're just dipping your toe into the wallpaper pool.

When You Can't Make Up Your Mind

Choosing two different prints in the same color family can really make a statement.  And this option is for those who go back and forth between wallpaper samples, asking friends and family members for their opinions, letting swatches hang on the wall for months at a time, and so on.  Why choose one when you can do both?

Ultimately you'll be the one staring at it, so take your time in making your decision.  And remember, even the most beautiful wallpaper can be a disaster if it's not hung properly, which is why we've attached a link (c/o DIY Network) on how to hang the newest addition in your home...

http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/tips-for-hanging-wallpaper/index.html

And when you get sick of the wallpaper, we've also attached a link on how to remove it...

http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/how-to-remove-wallpaper/index.html

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410

www.compass-reg.com

Article by Kim Fromentin

Price Reduction on 333 Hollister Street in Stratford

Announcing a price reduction on 333 Hollister Street, 

a 1,332 sq. ft., 1 bath, 3 bdrm single story. 

Now $184,900

Click on the link below to learn more about the property, take a virtual tour, and get in touch with
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Compass Real Estate Group, LLC
354 Pequot Avenue
Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410
www.compassreg.com

Easter Dress Code

Hop on the trail to get your table ready for the occasion...

Warm weather, tulips, pastels, all indicative of spring.  Easter also falls into that category, and if it's your turn to host, your table setting can give you a chance to showcase your design skills.  Whether the choice is to go overboard or simple and sophisticated, we've posted a few designs to inspire...

FANCY

Elegant, chic, formal; however you may refer to it, this design is not just about the china or stemware, it's about lighting, textures and overall mood.  This option not only features candles and floral arrangements, but your creative side as well.  Preparing individual menus, place cards, color schemes and festive accessories go hand in hand with the fancy Easter table.  These table settings display an attractive sophistication and can add a serious amount of style to your feast.

               

SIMPLE

Cozy, casual, informal; this style is what most of us are used to.  But don't let "simple" be confused with "uninterested".  The simplest tables can also be the most chic.  And remember, these beautiful tables will soon be full of color and life when the food is added.           

KID-FRIENDLY

If you have kids, then you already know keeping them seated at the table for a long period of time can be a challenge.  Rather than sitting on pins and needles, hoping they don't break your great grandmother's fine china; exchange the elegant white tablecloth and expensive flatware for butcher paper and crayons and let them go to town.  When they're happy, you're happy.  And you can enjoy your meal while they're entertaining themselves.     

The decision to go elegant, festive, casual or kid-friendly is up to you.  Your table should reflect your own personal style and traditions.   Putting too much emphasis on being perfect is bound to raise the stress levels.  So take a deep breath, relax and enjoy the holiday!

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC
354 Pequot Avenue
Southport, CT  06890

www.compassreg.com

*pictures c/o Southern Living, HGTV, BonBon Rose Girls

Make Way for Spring & Summer

A most anticipated action with the arrival of spring is to free yourself of cabin fever and finally emerge into the great outdoors.  Here is a great article c/o HGTV featuring inspired outdoor ideas.  Just click on the link below...

Dreamy Decks & Patios

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410

www.compassreg.com