Whole-Home Inspiration

Classic Blue is one of those colors that can be used liberally without feeling like too much. Maybe it is how calming the color feels, or how easy it is to pair with other shades of blue and neutrals, but our team is thrilled that Classic Blue is the official color of the year for 2020.

Feel free to go all out with this color as a new, fresh theme for your home. Use Classic Blue as the anchoring color on your walls, and pair it with lighter shades in the decor and darker shades in the furniture for a cohesive, relaxing feel. We love how easy this makes it to also combine textures and patterns for a more interesting design.

Accent Pieces

Use Classic Blue more conservatively to convey a fresh design that has just the right amount of uniqueness to it. Start with a soft, neutral palette like light cream and wood tones and accentuate the focal points in the room with the bright bold color of Classic Blue. We love this example of a rich blue comforter with quilted pillows and an anchoring, blue bench.

Modernize Your Kitchen

Perhaps the biggest project out of the three we mention here, changing the look of your kitchen can make the whole house feel like new! Use a matte version of Classic Blue and pair it with gold or bronze hardware to warm up the look just enough to balance the design. With this new, modern paint you won't ever want to leave your kitchen!

Interior Design at the Lake of the Ozarks

If changing the whole look of your kitchen or choosing the perfect accent pieces for your interior seems too daunting, call John Elliott Interiors! We have professional and talented staff that can help create the beautiful home of your dreams.

Your coffee table can either be a place to showcase your sophisticated style or it can be a place to gather all of the papers and items from the day. At John Elliott Interiors, we know the value of an attractive coffee table display, so we have a few tips to help you when creating a designer look for your home.

Use the Grid System

Especially when you have a long coffee table it can be hard to decide what to put on it and where. If you divide your table into grids and place something in each grid it can help create a balanced design. A stack of attractive books, a candle and knick knack, and a tray with a plant can all make an organized arrangement that is also stylish and uncluttered when each is in its own grid.

Bring It To Life

Even if you don't have a green thumb, adding a plant that's easy to care for can be an attractive way to spruce up your coffee table. Simple plants that don't need a lot of care are going to be your best bet. Ferns, aloe vera plants, and the like are simple plants, but extremely attractive and can add some fresh life to your coffee table.

High and Low

The goal of your coffee table accents is to incorporate high and low focal points. If everything on your table is the same height, it can be hard for the eye to pick out just one thing to admire, and it all blends in together. Choose a tall lamp or vase with flowers, a shorter statue or candlestick, and a short trinket or small stack of books. This can help keep things diverse, while also allowing the eye to admire everything together and separately.

Look From Every Angle

It's important to create the right aesthetic, and that can only be accomplished when you view the coffee table from every angle. Consider how your decor looks from every angle and multiple vantage points. Think of picture frames, for instance, they are only attractive from one side, so save those for the walls or shelves where the back isn't visible.

Swap Out For the Season

The most interesting and fun part of the decor for your coffee table is that you can change it out every season. In the spring you can accent with tulips and soft figures, in the summer you can add a large shell to a stack of books to capture the fun lake lifestyle. In the fall you can incorporate rustic colors and pumpkins, while in the winter you can accessorize with metallic shades, holiday textures.

Interior Design at the Lake of the Ozarks

If the idea of accessorizing your coffee table is intimidating and you don't know where to start, count on your design team at John Eliott Interiors. We believe that your home should reflect not only your personal style but the luxurious lifestyle that you love. Come visit our interior design store at the Lake of the Ozarks to see the types of accessories we have for your home, and come away with a fresh inspiration - and a few fun pieces to use in your home!

Do you love color but shy away from decorating your home with dramatic, bold colors? You may be able to perfectly pair your stylish flare for dramatic colors and tasteful home design! John Elliott Interiors is a provider of unique furniture, art and accessories as well as interior design services. In today's blog, learn how to infuse your home with vibrant colors, whether through small details or painting entire walls. When playing with daring hues, you should consider a few tips.

1. The science of color
A particular color can create many different looks or tones. For example, some colors are very soft (think pastels, colors that are mixed with white to get a light, soft color). Some colors are dark, rich jewel tones and others are bright like primary colors. When you're ready to add bold color to your home, consider choosing a singular look for your entire house. You can still incorporate unique colors throughout the house, but to keep a flow, or "look" flowing in your home, you may want to stick with colors of the same category. If light pastels are what inspire you, use pastel flavors throughout. If the richness of jewel tones pulls you, stick with the greens, blues and reds categorized as such.

2. A Little Goes a Long Way
For those not quite as adventurous with bold color, you don't have to paint an entire room. Bring in a few boldly colored accessories, fabrics or a rug. It's often an easier way to incorporate bold color without going over the top or without making a costly mistake. If you find by doing this, it's not the look you were hoping to achieve, you'll know you're ready to make a more dramatic step. Try adding a dash of drama by using a bold color in a small room first. Powder rooms can be a great place to experiment with a bold color on the wall. 

3. The 60-30-10 Rule
Decorating a space in terms of color can be as easy as 60-30-10! You may notice that great looking rooms have something in common. This can be a good guideline as to where you choose to add drama and at what depth. When working with color, as translated to a room setting, this can mean:

60% of the room's color is the walls.
30% of the room's color is the upholstery.
10% of the room's color is, say, an accent piece or a floral arrangement.

4. Trending Colors in 2017
You can add drama to your space with some of the years hottest colors. Look for these shades to make waves!

Color preferences vary as much as personalities, some love bright confident hues, while others prefer a softer palette. The designers at John Elliott Interiors are happy to discuss your color preferences and help you create a flow throughout your home. Color is a great way to add drama and attitude to your space. Your home is your sanctuary, and we want you to LOVE it - visit our showroom and begin your home's dramatic transformation!

A fresh new year calls for a fresh new look! For many, the start of a new year is often a time for making  a fresh start. Is your home in need of an updated look? John Elliott Interiors, your Lake of the Ozarks supplier of fine furniture and accents, is ready to help turn your New Year's home decorating resolutions into a reality! Whether you're starting from scratch or adding a few new pieces, learn how to merge unique furnishings and high-end design to create a comfortable space you can enjoy the whole year through! Here are a few home resolutions you can make to get your space on track for the new year.

Out With The Old, In With The New

Cleaning isn't just for Spring. Use the chilly days to stay inside and organize some of the items you've collected over the past year. When the feeling of adding new pieces to your home decor strikes, it's can be easier to bring new items into a home that is clean, organized and ready to accept the goods! Unless you're ready to wipe the slate clean and begin again, you may find that fresh and clean is a good start. 

Make Entertaining Easier

How many times have you said it, "Next year I'm going to spend more time with friends and family."? Well, John Elliott Interiors wants you to feel like inviting people in, so why not give the areas you entertain in a little update? From the patio to the home theatre room, we can help create that special place people love to come. We make them want to stay, now, getting them to leave, that's your problem! 

Be More Creative

If you've resolved to use that brain of yours to share (or not share) your creativity with the world, you might need that sanctuary like space to fulfill this dream. The team at John Elliott Interiors knows a thing or two about being creative, and we're ready to help design that creative outlet for you. Whether it's a room intended for sewing or making art or a flower-cutting station, if it's your dream, it's our goal to help you achieve it. 

Incorporate Winter Design Trends 

Adding style to your home by updating your rooms as the trends change from year to year is a great way to achieve your resolution to create a fresh look. John Elliott Interiors works with partners far and wide to keep abreast of the season's hottest decorating trends and we are working constantly to pass those trends along to our Lake area clients. For 2017 we can help incorporate warm textures, modern and graphic designs, sleek metallic neutrals and more to transform your everyday decor into the trendy space you'll love. 



Whether your plans for the new year include a resolution to update your home decor, either in one room or the whole house, John Elliott Interiors is your destination for unique home decor. Our design specialists at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you set and achieve great goals for your home in 2017! Visit our showroom in Lake Ozark, Missouri - we look forward to it! 

Don't let your master bedroom be the forgotten room in your home. When you need help styling the luxury bedroom you've always dreamed of , John Elliott Interiors is here with inspiration. Our design team is ready to show you around our 24,000 square foot showroom that boasts furnishings from the best manufactures, silk plants, accessories and so much more. If you're seeking inspiration for other areas in your home, too, we house an amazing collection to satisfy your decorating needs from attic to patio. For complete a guide to making your master bedroom your custom sanctuary, read on - follow our pro's' tips to help make home decorating easier than ever!

Begin By Bringing In The Basics

If you already have the basic furniture elements like a bed, dresser and night stands, you're ahead of the game! If you're ready to replace aging furniture or decorating a new home, John Elliott Interiors can help you seize the fresh start by updating your master bedroom with a collection from our incredible vendors. You'll want to evaluate the storage opportunities in the room, as well. Now is a good time to think about your closet size, additional furnishings for storage purposes or entertainment areas. 

With furniture in place, it's a good time to consider window treatments. Take several walks through the room throughout the day to discover how daylight at different times affects the room. Our design team will help you determine what window treatments best serve the room and lighting. 

Next Layer In Detail

With the basics in the bag, it's time to add some polish! Depending on your personal syle, you may want to start playing with color, texture and other components that add depth to the room. Use nightstands on either side of the bed to create symmetry and balance in a large room. For a modern take, use mismatched tables in a style that works with your room's other furniture. 

Don't forget about adding additional lighting to the room. Ambient lighting, in the form of lamps can make a room relaxing at the touch of a switch. You'll enjoy browsing the immense collection of lamps and accent pieces at John Elliott Interiors.

Now It's Time To Make It A Masterpiece 

Creating a relaxing master bedroom is all about cozy, chic, and comfortable. Neutral bedding and overstuffed pillows instantly add a dreamy, warm quality to any room. If you are willing to give wallpaper a try, it is sure to give your walls a textural, elegant appeal that can't be matched with paint. Something else to keep in mind, while many people love the idea of having a big TV in their room, it can easily take away from the relaxing, luxe design you're trying to achieve. An easy solution is to hide the television in an armoire or wall-mounted cabinet. 

When your goal is to create a  sanctuary, a space where you can truly relax, furniture and accessories make all the difference. From comfy couches, elegant chaise lounges, and luxurious rugs, you can complete your master bedroom with help from the designers at John Elliott Interiors. Let us help you complete your space, so you don't have to worry about a thing! Visit our showroom and begin creating the relaxing master bedroom you can enjoy for years to come.

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