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A graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Interior Design. She loves working with color and has experience with a variety of styles that gives the client wide options to fit their taste.

Tips on Color:

1. Paint your smallest room (like a half bath) in that color - it will be tiny but powerful
2. Opt for one larger piece of art on the walls in this room vs various small ones
3. Dark walls do the opposite of what you’d expect -- they make the room actually feel bigger when trimmed with a white or creamy semi gloss paint color
4. If you are person that prefers a neutral palette in a room, step outside your safe zone and inject a few elements of bold color using art, accessories and pillows -- it will really take the interest of the room up a notch or two
5. Gold is back in a big way -- a few accents will really warm up a room (just resist over doing it)
6. Paint old, vintage furniture an accent color and use it to add interest in any room of your home

A 2003 graduate of Youngstown State University's Interior Merchandising and Design program. She excels in coordinating all aspects of interior design from new construction homes to remodel projects. She incorporates her clients personal style into new design ideas to create a beautiful living space.

Tips on Lighting:

1. Room of home you are selecting the light for
2. Ex. dining room- size of table you are hanging light over?
3. Ceiling height - helps determine maximum height of light fixture to be used
4. Room size - helps determine maximum size of light fixture to be used
5. Style and finish of light fixtures, i.e. bronze, brushed nickel, etc.
6. Amount of light you need in the area
7. Do you need direct or general lighting?

A 2007 graduate, now instructor, of Interior Merchandising and Design program at Youngstown State University. He excels in flooring choices and furniture layout. His styling strengths are Old World, Mediterranean and Contemporary Decor.

Tips on Accessorizing:

1. Accessories reflect your style philosophy and pull your other decor solutions
2. Accessories are the finishing touches of color, texture and shape that impact your decor
3. Accessories cannot be overlooked or treated as an after-thought ; they truly can make or break the look and feel of your home
4. Incorporate personal items such as photos, awards, certificates and mementos to truly make the space "yours"
5. Let a professional at Coventry Lighting and Design Center assist you with selecting your accessories to achieve maximum beauty and impact in your home.