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Shamim Razvi

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I can answer anything in general about decorating, i.e. Space planning,colour co-ordinating, furniture placement, choosing the most suitable accessories,fabrics,lighting, window, wall and floor treatments. I cannot answer questions about structural or architectural changes.

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2009-11-19 White kitchen:

Hi Ginger, If you can afford it, opt for wood cabinets that are painted white by the manufacturer. Wood cabinets will outlast all the others. Laminate cabinets will not hold up as well. Laminate

2009-11-18 Selecting the right Drapery:

Hi Lisa, Consider a chocolate brown drapery, and if privacy is an issue, add sheer panels over the window(s) as well. If you'd prefer a mix of color tones, look for a drapery that incorporates

2009-11-18 Wall colors:

Hi Lori, Since the floorplan is an open concept plan all the walls should be painted the same. Based on what you've told me, your daughter could use a cocoa brown, a medium to dark shade of tan, or

2009-11-18 sofa color selection:

Hi Abbie, Wow! You did a great job, very impressive. When choosing colour palettes, I always like a start off point, in your case you've already got one; the rug. Working with the rug, I would say a solid

2009-11-16 Decorating with green/gray furniture:

Hi Tianna, the reason your sofa looked more gray in the store has everything to do with lighting. Does it look more green in the evening with the lights on? Try changing the type of bulbs you are using

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