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A white living room with a dining table and chairs and a ceiling fan.
By Tina Wright June 2, 2025
Discover how the right lighting can completely transform the look and feel of your home. In this blog post from Fine Interiors of Western North Carolina, we explore how to layer ambient, task, and accent lighting for warmth, function, and style. Learn why dimmers matter, how color temperature affects mood, and how natural and artificial light work together to bring your rooms to life. Whether you’re refreshing one space or redesigning your whole home, this lighting guide offers expert tips to make your home feel beautifully balanced, morning to night. Read more at www.fineinteriorswnc.com.

The Design Journal Archives

A white living room with a dining table and chairs and a ceiling fan.
By Tina Wright June 2, 2025
Discover how the right lighting can completely transform the look and feel of your home. In this blog post from Fine Interiors of Western North Carolina, we explore how to layer ambient, task, and accent lighting for warmth, function, and style. Learn why dimmers matter, how color temperature affects mood, and how natural and artificial light work together to bring your rooms to life. Whether you’re refreshing one space or redesigning your whole home, this lighting guide offers expert tips to make your home feel beautifully balanced, morning to night. Read more at www.fineinteriorswnc.com.
A living room with a sage green couch , chairs , gold coffee table and television.
By Tina Wright April 30, 2025
Discover how to use color in your home to transform not just your space, but how you feel in it. From energizing warm tones to calming cool hues, this blog explores the emotional impact of color in interior design and how to express your personality through intentional choices.
A living room with a couch , chairs , and a painting on the wall.
By Tina Wright March 28, 2025
"Timeless vs. Trendy: How to Make Smart Interior Design Choices" explores the balance between embracing modern trends and creating a home that stands the test of time. Learn how to invest in classic, quality pieces, avoid common design mistakes that date a space, and incorporate trends in a way that feels fresh—without the regret. Whether you're decorating a new home or refreshing your current space, these expert tips will help you design with style, intention, and longevity in mind.
A sofa that is sitting diagonally in a living room, up the wall.
By Tina Wright September 2, 2024
Does living in a small space mean you have to compromise on style, comfort, or functionality?