BUDGET

DESIGNED FOR LIVING BUILT FOR LIFER
the Jay Spectre Collection

black occasional chair makes the room
complete ($480).
A simple, contemporary kitchen
could include an elegant dinette of a
cream laminate pedestal table with one
leaf and four cream metal chairs with
slatted backs and vinyl seats. The price
is $905.
The consistent color scheme unifies
the rooms, and varied styles contribute
to an eclectic look consisting of neo-
classic and contemporary elements.
Grand total: $14,996.
(Later additions would include a unit
to accommodate the television in the
den and a neo-classic etagere in the
great room to add a tall, important
piece. Artwork and accessories would
add color. Window coverings would be
inexpensive blinds and simple swag
treatments draped over a rod could be
installed later.)

Keeping It Simple
Virginia Valliere Of
Walter Herz Interiors

Designer Jay Spectre utilized
his unique talent to create this
imaginative design for Brown Jordan.

Now we offer this fabulous collection
to you at 30% off its regular price.
We invite you to view the Jay Spectre
collection, as well as nine other
Brown Jordan products at . . .

33021 Grand River Ave. • Farmington • (3 blks East of Farmington Road)
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When designing the interior of a
home, the client's most important in-
vestment is a good working floor plan.
Preferably, the client should consult
an interior designer from the onset,
that is before the architectural plans
are finalized, because the designer's
job is to understand a client's desires,
organize needs and ultimately, to
create a lifestyle. Many times this in-
cludes changing an interior space,
designing built-in cabinets, as well as
providing a lighting plan.
After the floor plan is finalized, the
background colors can be chosen.
This includes floor treatments, bath fix-
tures, tile and paint. The key word to
the above selections is "simplicity." It
is much less costly to change "the
harvest gold sink." White or almond
are usually the best choice. All the
specifications and a good floor plan
cost approximately $1,500.
Next is the furniture layout. This will
be the client's outline to work toward
completing the entire design concept.
From the floor plan, clients can furnish
their home room-by-room, piece-by-
piece. However, it is important to stay
focused on one room and complete it
before going on to the next.