Some Sage Advice

Susan Semmelmann Interiors would like to offer you some sage advice: incorporate the gorgeous color sage into your home design! This ultra-soothing shade is aptly named for the earthy gray-green herb. A lighter, muted shade of green, it is wonderfully versatile as it plays well with cool and warm tones alike. These beautiful images are evidence that this stunning hue creates a welcoming, elegant vibe that is grounding and peaceful. Sage can be considered a neutral on its own but is also a lovely pop of color against a palette of more subtle neutrals like ivories, tans, grays, and wood tones. Because of the gray undertones, it imparts a smoky look that is chic and sophisticated. We love to provide design elements to our clients that convey every possible mood, pattern, effect, and colorway; sage is a wonderful go-to hue to add to the mix! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors impart our best advice for your interior design by adding the subtle, stylish beauty of sage! Design/image credit to @jamal_zein_ @hayarashed @luxxumoderndesignliving @domosdesign @juli_interiors

Hidden Wonders

“To create something exceptional, your mind must be relentlessly focused on the smallest detail” ~ Georgio Armani. At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, our minds are always focused on the details that go into creating beautifully seamless designs for our clients. At any stage, from the ground-up process of construction detailing to the renovation of an existing build, our team knows how to integrate design elements that flow and feel entirely organic to each interior. There are many viable solutions to camouflage or minimize functional details like outlets, cords, switches, hardware, and storage components that would otherwise detract from the overall look of a space. The same functional and aesthetic consideration should be given to drapery and window treatments. More traditional design styles call for the ornate beauty of custom rods and gorgeous patterned fabrics, while other styles call for a more modern, minimal approach that provides continuous eye-line and flow. Fully automated hidden track drapery is absolutely the way to go when a minimalist approach is needed. These stunning interiors highlight the effect of recessing the drapery track in the ceiling, so there is no “break” in the desired look. Often used with floor-to-ceiling windows, the uninterrupted lines create a seamless, elegant, jaw-dropping result. Just stunning! Let Susan Semmelmann help you dial in the details of your home design with the wonderful addition of automated hidden track drapery! Speaking of wonder-full, Happy Easter from our families to yours! Design/image credit to @leqb.architects @anna_are_you_ok @black.n.white20 @luxxumoderndesignliving

Plum Gorgeous

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we have a passion for plum! These interiors highlight the soft, elegant beauty of this gorgeous shade. When our clients are looking for a subtle pop of color but want to keep the mood relaxed and understated, plum is a fabulous choice. The look is luxurious and chic and brings just the right touch of magic and wow-factor to a room. Layering this sublime hue with a palette of grays, golds, and ivories complements the smoky vibe while maintaining a cohesive, show-stopping space. Lighting also plays a major role in pulling off this look. Not only do statement light fixtures bump up the glamour factor, but the combination of colors plays beautifully against soft, diffused light, creating a room with a view that keeps you coming back! The result is livable luxury at its finest. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you create a stunning home design that is perfectly polished and plum gorgeous! Design/image credit to @lepnina_dikart.ru @studia_54 @ahmedhusseindesigns @juli_interiors

Curve Appeal

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to play with the intersections of line, form, and function when designing interiors for our clients. Furnishings with curved lines add beautiful flow to an otherwise linear space, providing visual interest, softening edges, and bringing a modern, organic vibe to a room. These images highlight the creative, artistic element that results from the playful contradiction of freeform curves against structured angles. This style is elegant and unique; it becomes a feature event that doesn’t need busy embellishment or distraction to showcase its beauty or personality. Key foundation elements to set the tone for these furnishings are neutral or monochrome color palettes and bold architectural lines to complement and offset the signature look and feel. Statement artwork, custom light fixtures, and the soft focus of natural light also play starring roles in these interiors to augment and elevate the completed space. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you show off your home’s fabulous curve appeal by adding gorgeous, curved furnishings to your interior design! Design/image credit to @marialamainteriors @jamal_zein_ @rug_society @roman.plyus

Hollywood Power Couple

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to use classic color combinations in fresh, modern ways, and gray and gold is an all-time favorite with fabulous staying power! This gorgeous duo exudes luxury with a retro Hollywood vibe – a power couple, indeed! These images highlight the magic that happens when these colors combine; cool, chic gray tones meet warm golden hues for an elegant, refined, show-stopping scene. When our clients are seeking a timeless, sophisticated look and feel, we often reach for a variation of this color palette that becomes a beautiful backdrop for luxurious fabrics, statement lighting, mirrored features, stand-out artwork and accessories, and sleek modern furnishings. The result is a finished and polished look with a smooth undercurrent of pure glamour. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you make a date with your dream home design by introducing your interior to the ultimate Hollywood power couple, gray and gold! It will be the talk of the town! Design/image credit to @pressrender_3dstudio @hanysaad.innovations @rug_society @interior_dsgnr

Polished Powder Room

Susan Semmelmann Interiors loves creating big design statements in small spaces, and the powder room is a perfect place to weave in major wow factor! This is a fun space to be playful with design and go bold with materials, fixtures, and art. As one of the areas utilized by guests, this is a great opportunity for a big dose of personality and welcoming hospitality. Even though the space is smaller, the size and scale of design elements can be exaggerated for visual effect and impact. Like surround sound for interiors, everything is vivid and up close so taking care with the smallest details is imperative. As you can see in these gorgeous images, features like tile design, floor-to-ceiling marble and stone applications, accent and statement lighting, and signature accessories shine as pieces of the design puzzle that beautifully combine to make each look complete. There are also elements of surprise and delight through shape and form that make each design fashion-forward and fabulous. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you create a statement-making space in your home with the addition of a perfectly polished powder room! Design/image credit to @homesocietyusa @bestinteriordesignblog @studia_54 @iqosa

(S)teal This Look

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love the gorgeous look and feel of tasteful, trendsetting teal – you definitely want to (s)teal this look! This shade is calming and renewing, a striking combination of soothing deep blues and greens. It is reminiscent of that beautiful midline ribbon of color that presents itself as the ocean graduates from shallow to deep. These fabulous images highlight the style and sophistication teal brings to an interior when used against a neutral or monochromatic backdrop; the result is simply sublime. This shade is a stand-out that loves to stand alone for a showcase moment. Integrating a bold color like this into a design plan should always be accomplished with a proper amount of balance and reserve for maximum effect. As you can see, this saturated hue is perfectly paired with velvet fabric, which intensifies the play of light and shadow, creating luxurious depth and dimension. Jeweled tones on velvet upholstery are surprisingly versatile and wear beautifully for a feel of elegance and lived-in luxury. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you design a lookbook-ready home by adding timeless, tranquil teal! Design/image credit to @yana__sokirko @essential_home @luxoria_interiors @av__interiors

Checkmate

The same way checkmate is the ultimate victory in chess; checkerboard floors are a big winner in beautiful interior design! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to infuse the homes we design with timeless elegance and personal flair that reflect each client’s unique individuality. Checkerboard floors are a fantastic option to create a truly show-stopping space. A flooring mainstay since before the Renaissance, this style is always stunning in a chic, glamourous, retro-Hollywood kind of way. Though the bold pattern has a strong presence in a room, it also acts as a neutral in that it supports statement décor elements without fighting for attention. These images highlight some gorgeous ways to incorporate this look and feel into your home. Whether an accent application or a larger expanse of space, both marry beautifully with fabulous art, accessories, furnishings, fixtures, and architecture. The result is a one-of-a-kind environment that speaks directly to the homeowner’s signature style. There is also a fun and playful vibe that comes through with this pattern – who else would be tempted to set up a life-sized game of chess or hopscotch through your living room?! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors have you saying checkmate about your winning home design with the addition of checkerboard floors! Design/image credit to @nairaomar @martynbullard @interior_dsgnr @interior_dsgnr

Stone In Love

Susan Semmelmann Interiors is stone in love with these stunning stone walls! This type of rough-hewn interior rock wall is trending in a big way right now. While interior stone walls are not a new concept, this particular look and feel is almost as if the materials were sliced from a mountainside; mimicking a raw material that has been sourced, then applied in a less “refined” or processed state. Even when a stone-like texture is utilized, the result is a high-impact, dramatic visual in a space that is otherwise chic and elegant. The juxtaposition of rugged texture against sleek finishes is gorgeous. As you can see in these fabulous designs, the simple sophistication of décor elements like crystal chandeliers, glass bathtubs, velvety-soft furnishings, and delicate accessories stand in stark contrast against the stone walls. Still, the complete look is beautiful and harmonious. Utilizing a neutral or monochromatic color palette with subtle pops of color is the best way to incorporate this feature element, providing a backdrop for the raw texture to shine against the play of light and shadow. How do you feel about making a design statement with stone in our home? Susan Semmelmann Interiors can help you fall stone in love with your interior with a rock wall revamp! Design/image credit to @interior.amr @antoniolupidesign @stephents3d @ivan.honcharenko

Watch Your Step

Susan Semmelmann Interiors highly encourages you to watch your step…literally! These gorgeous glass stairways provide a front-row view of this stunning and innovative interior design element! Stairway design can be as cutting-edge and creative as you want it to be, and we love working with our construction detailing clients to dream up fabulous staircases that become stand-alone design features, not just functional passageways. Glass-enclosed stairways are sleek and sophisticated with an elegant modern vibe; they convey an element of movement and flow that a solid or railed enclosure simply cannot provide. The reflective and translucent qualities of glass add beautiful shine and create a multi-dimensional effect throughout the phases of any given day – inviting the flow of natural light during daylight hours and showcasing the reflection of interior light features in the evenings. Stairways are pathways from one space to the next, and we believe the journey up and down the stairs should be as beautiful as the spaces they connect. At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we touch every area of a home with intentional, personalized design, so let us help you watch your step with a glamorous glass-enclosed stairway! Design/image credit to @spacesarchitects.eg @priscillamuller.arquitetura @mymodern.interior @rug_society

We Gladly Accept This Rose

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Susan Semmelmann Interiors has an eye on romance, and we’ve made the decision to gladly accept this rose…this crimson rose, that is! How stunning are these designs featuring bold, beautiful, always classic, crimson red?! As the representative color of passion and strength, red draws attention and commands presence. This gorgeous, deeply saturated hue brings drama to any space with a heavy dose of sophistication and elegance. As you can see, adding this feature shade as a key element in a room calls for a supporting cast of softer, neutral tones to truly emphasize its show-stopping glamour. Our goal as a design firm is to create and nurture the romance surrounding our clients’ visions for their homes – we want them to adore every space, every moment, every nuance that goes into making it uniquely theirs. Adding wow-factor moments through statement color is one way to create a signature look and feel that is both marvelous and memorable – a fingerprint that separates a home’s identity and character from any other. How do you rate your passion meter for your current design vibe? Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you make a life-long love connection with your home by adding chic, classic, crimson red to your interior design! Design/image credit to @studia_54 @tarekalkhattab @yana__sokirko @antoniolupidesign

Shut the Front Door!

Can we take a minute – or more – to admire these fabulous front doors? Stunning! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we are all about designing the whole home, inside out and outside in. The front door design is an important consideration as the focal point of a home's façade. This feature element sets the tone as the first "hello" guests and homeowners encounter when approaching an entrance. It is a first impression that doubles as a greeting and a warm welcome. Special consideration should also be given to the interior aesthetic a door's style provides and how it dovetails with the home's vibe. As you can see from these beautiful designs, options are only limited to imagination, creativity, and pure artistry. If your dream door isn't available to acquire through a vendor, it can be custom crafted to exact size, scale, material, hardware, and design specifications. Construction detailing allows us to custom tailor this feature to create a beautiful, seamless flow during the building process. If you are looking to edit an existing doorway design, there are countless (gorgeous!) options for that as well. It's amazing how this one simple change can elevate a home's exterior! Let Susan Interiors help you design the perfect entrance to your home that will have friends and family saying, "shut the front door!" when they see the front door! Design/image credit to @agushigroup @workroom_design @tommarkhenry_ @aluminrworld @mcgp.interiordesign

A Glass Half Full

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we approach life with a glass-half-full outlook; we also apply that mindset to these gorgeous bathtubs! We are in love with these glass creations by Antonio Lupi Design; they become the room's centerpiece, like a sparkling jewel. We've said time and again, the bathroom is a space for rest, recharge, and rejuvenation, so its design deserves a level of care and attention that speaks to each client's definition of a personal oasis. We always seek out design elements that add signature statements to our clients' homes. The translucent shine of these stand-alone tubs definitely creates a showcase moment – and an immediate need for a bubble bath! With a fabulous lineup of available colors, this feature can be customized to complement a wide range of aesthetic preferences; from vibrant, bright shades to more understated neutrals, the colors are pure magic when integrated into the perfect space and environment. Who wouldn't want to start and end their day surrounded by such elegance and style?! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you design your dream bath and have you looking at life with a glass-half-full…a glass bathtub, that is! Design/image credit to @antoniolupidesign @buro_one

Warm Winter White

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love the warmth and elegance of winter white; this luxurious shade is on full display in these gorgeous interiors! Winter white is in the color family with warmer, softer whites such as ivory, cream, and ecru. As you can see in these stunning spaces, keeping the color palette soothing and neutral creates a relaxing, spa-like environment that also conveys a cozy, inviting vibe. One look at these rooms has us running for an oversized blanket, comfy slippers, and something hot to sip! Another beautiful aspect of utilizing calming white hues in design is the emphasis on the beauty of natural light and shadow, expressing different moods at different times of day, even throughout different seasons. Elements such as architectural features, wall art, texture, and décor are on full display as other visual distractions are minimized. The result is a peaceful, uncluttered retreat that becomes a fabulous spot for connection and community where lively conversation and laughter bring vibrance and color! Are you ready to add some warmth and welcome to your home? Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you design the perfect peaceful retreat with wonderful winter white! Design/image credit to @caffelattehome @_beindesign_ @ivan.honcharenko @berg.interior

How Does Your Indoor Garden Grow?

Susan Semmelmann Interiors wants to know, how does your indoor garden grow? We love the life and energy green spaces provide, and they are truly spectacular when planted inside! These beautiful designs feature creative and clever ways to incorporate greenery into a home's interior. The applications and options are limitless, from in-ground trees and gardens to large-scale potted displays and accent floral and foliage. The color green has a grounding effect that evokes feelings of harmony and tranquility. As the representative color of nature, it makes sense that it is a powerful enhancement to a home's environment. When designing for our clients, we have always been believers in the therapeutic and aesthetic benefits of greenery; the added touch in every space freshens the feel and finishes the look. Of course, tending live plants has calming benefits for those who enjoy them, but don't be shy about looking into permanent or preserved botanical and floral designs if maintaining live plants is too labor-intensive for your taste. There are fabulous choices available that would fool the most discerning eye. It all comes down to the product provider's expertise, passion, and artistry. If you want to know how your indoor garden can grow, let Susan Semmelmann Interiors use our expert green team to help you design a gorgeous one! Design/image credit to @wewnetrzu @bocadolobostudio @maisonvalentinaa @udesignmarbella

The Mountains Are Calling

One look at these fabulous home interiors, and we are dreaming of a magical mountain getaway! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to work with our clients to bring their ultimate vacation destinations to life, from sunny lakes to snowy mountains! These gorgeous chalets inspire us with cozy, luxurious, inviting designs. The view is undoubtedly the star of the show, a perfect starting point for the inspiration of the home’s interior. The inside décor and outdoor elements dovetail together and seamlessly complement one another. These designs capitalize on the location by inviting loads of natural light inside, featuring tall, beamed ceilings, incorporating wide-open spaces, and keeping with soft, neutral color palette choices. Rough-hewn woods and rustic touches combine with chic and sophisticated fabrics, fixtures, and furnishings, resulting in an environment that exudes elegance mixed with just the right touch of raw elements echoing the outdoors. There isn’t a much better place to sit back, cozy up, and enjoy the show of a constantly changing and always stunning landscape! If the mountains are calling you, let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you realize the dream of designing your very own magical mountain getaway! Design/image credit to @victoriahaganinteriors @chaletartstore @onekindesign @locatiarchitects @chalets_orca_orso

Lofty Goals for the New Year

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we are beyond excited for all the fabulous things to come in 2022! Much like these stunning interiors, we are setting lofty goals as we aim our sights high and keep our hearts wide open for possibilities. Every year we reflect with gratitude on the incredible blessings of the past year; we pinch ourselves when we stop to think about the fact that our job is simply to make our clients’ lives more comfortable, functional, and BEAUTIFUL! Our team is passionate about this privilege, and we cannot wait to see more home design dreams come to life in the new year. These gorgeous spaces inspire us to DREAM BIG! Soaring ceilings, larger-than-life picture windows, magical light fixtures, luxurious finishes…the sky is the limit when we pair our expertise with your wildest imagination. What do you imagine your home to be? Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you bring it to reality by attaining your most lofty home design goals in 2022! Wishing you the Happiest New Year from our families to yours! Design/image credit to @jamal_zein_ @dapostrophedesign @buro_one @black.n.white20

A Warm and Wonderful Christmas

Susan Semmelmann Interiors wishes you and yours a warm and wonderful Christmas! The warmth of heart, home, family, and friends makes the season come alive with magic and wonder. The most meaningful thing we can do during this (or any) time of year is, of course, gather! We love the inspiration these holiday settings bring; each is utterly unique yet welcoming in every way. From stunningly simple to elegantly ornate, and all points in between, décor choices during the holidays are the collective expression of home, family, and tradition, celebrating the true meaning of the season while embracing and entertaining our loved ones. As we experience beautiful sunshine and higher temperatures this Christmas day, we’ll definitely be feeling the heat outside, but we’ll be focused on the warmth inside, sharing the joys of connection, celebration, and community. Do you have visions of perfect holiday gathering spaces dancing in your head? Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you bring them to life; it’s the heartbeat of what we do! Merry Christmas and Happy Gathering from all our families at Susan Semmelmann Interiors! Design/image credit to @juliecharbonneaudesign @cb2 @luxgram_official @myevolvingspace

Posh Passageways

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to create gorgeous passageways in the homes we design for our clients. From hallways to entryways and stairways, each space should be a beautiful journey to the next, and these show-stopping stairways show us how it’s done! There are so many fabulous elements that can be included when this type of vision is captured during the construction detailing stage of home design. Beginning with a blank canvas provides a platform for the creative imagination to soar! Integrating lighting into the walls and stair treads brings endless design options that are both eye-catching and utterly unique. The cascading light fixtures are magical as they cast a soft, elegant reflection, highlighting feature artwork and high-end surfaces like marble, wood, glass, metal, and stone. The perfect mixture of statement décor and materials brings a mood and vibe to the environment that is distinctive to every space. This area of the home, usually known for its utility, now becomes a showpiece through intentional, purposeful design. Yes, luxury design also extends to the stairs! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you create posh passageways in your home with the addition of a positively stunning staircase! Design/image credit to @bocadolobo @rug_society @castrolighting @vincethebuilder

Relaxed Refinement

This week at Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we are featuring fabulous luxury lodge designs that inspire us to slow our pace and enjoy the view! The rustic vibe of a countryside setting is just the ticket to escape the hurried pace of everyday living; just looking at these gorgeous interiors transports us to next-level relaxation mode. Suffice it to say that there is no “roughing it” involved in this type of lodge living. 😉 The juxtaposition of soft muted colors and elegant décor against rough-hewn wood elements and textured stone creates a beautiful balance of masculine and feminine qualities. Expertly crafted woodwork, statement lighting, and tailormade fabrics and furnishings add to the finished product to take it beautifully over the top. The result is a sophisticated yet cozy environment that mimics its surroundings and invites its guests to merge into the slow lane and stay awhile. So, the next time you hear, “Wanna get away?” Just say, “Yes, please!” Whether a vacation retreat or primary residence, Susan Semmelmann Interiors can help you realize the dream of refined country living with a custom-designed luxury lodge retreat! Design/image credit to @charlesandcostudio @pearsondesigngroup @pearsondesigngroup @carriedelanyinteriors