A NEW YEAR...A NEW YOU!

It's a new year and that means it's time to be a newer, better you! Now is the perfect time to renovate that room you've been hating for years! But if you can't afford a full-blown renovation, then consider updating some of your outdated furniture pieces or simply repainting a room! You'd be surprised at what an impact changing something that small can have not only on a space, but on your state of mind, too. Little updates around the house will make you feel more accomplished, and will in turn contribute to your happiness and wellbeing. Now is also a fantastic time to think about starting with a fresh slate and building new! Building new can be overwhelming for homeowners, but in the end, you will get a home that is custom designed to perfectly fit your personality and lifestyle. 

Everyone wants to enter the new year with a fresh perspective on life. Whether it's getting in shape or getting a promotion, we all have our personal new years resolutions. But Our homes are our personal sanctuaries, and so it's important that they give us happiness, peace, and security at the end of a hard day. However, it's hard to feel at ease if your space doesn't function well, or if you're living in clutter, or if you just simply don't like your surrounding environment. Perhaps your home is due for an entire makeover? Or maybe it just needs a little new year sprucing! Either way, our interior designer at JL Studio is currently offering first time complimentary design consultations now through January to help you with whatever design services you may need! Email Create@JLStudioDesigns.com or call 504-494-2580 to schedule an appointment.  

Below is a glance back at a few of our favorite projects from 2015! If you're feeling inspired and ready to take your space from drab to fab, we'd love to help you put the sparkle in your 2016! HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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JL STUDIO TO BEGIN DESIGN WORK FOR A COMMERCIAL BOUTIQUE RENOVATION

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       JL Studio Designs has been hired to design the space for Lennox + Lane, an Uptown New Orleans women's clothing boutique. Lennox + Lane is located in the Wegmann Building at 2131 Magazine St. Design Management Group (DMG) has been contracted as the General Contractor to begin the buildout for the renovation. The renovation project is set for completion in time for the holidays. Head designer Jacquelyn Lindsey from JL Studio Designs said, "Completing a project of this size so quickly is a very tall order and that's why it is essential for a General Contractor such as Ryan McCroskey and his company, DMG, be brought in on our project. Their ability to meet tight deadlines while still paying attention to every detail is nothing short of impressive.”

       Lennox + Lane boutique was dreamed up by owner and curator, Bonnie Lane Eslick. After working years in corporate retail, it was time for that dream to become a reality. The Lennox + Lane mantra is, “If Coco Chanel and Jimi Hendrix had a daughter and she dated Jim Morrison…” That is the driving inspiration behind the clothing brand. Their goal is to bring the buyer fun, flirty bohemian looks that merge with a classic take on edgier pieces.

       The renovation will feature a modernization of the space going far beyond just flooring and paint. Eco-friendly Vicostone countertops will be complimented with a backdrop wall finished in a seamless Statuary porcelain that is brand new to the construction industry. The wall will display the logo of Lennox + Lane and it will be made out of a lazer-cut, powder coated metal to emphasize their brand. Custom shelving will be provided and installed by NOLA Closets. Unique wallpapers will be used to create accent walls, but they will be subtle in color in order to maintain an elegant vibe. High fashion art combined with timeless furniture pieces will bring a lovely, warm contrast to the cold, contemporary finishes of the space. Mirrors with LED backlighting will adorn the dressing rooms and the shopping experience will be rounded off with a revolutionary invisible surround sound system.

       The project’s general contractor, Ryan McCroskey, said, “For any new business that is opening on Magazine Street, there is a very high level of expectation for the overall design aesthetic. The competition on Magazine is fierce, so it's important to set oneself apart from the other businesses. One key way to do that is through the design experience and that's why head designer Jacquelyn Lindsey from JL Studio Designs will be a fantastic designer for Lennox + Lane. Her eye for proportion, color, and texture is absolutely superb."

       JL Studio Designs will add this project to a long running list of successful projects in a very diverse repertoire consisting of commercial projects, residential renovations and new construction. Stay tuned for the after photos! 

TIPS & TRICKS FOR HALLOWEEN DECOR!

Halloween is one of our favorite holidays! It's a time to let loose and be your younger self, dress up, and hang out with family and friends. It's also an excuse to throw a party and invite your friends and neighbors - and there's nothing we love more than decorating for a good party! 

When people think about decorating for Halloween, they usually think of using a black and orange color scheme.  However, we believe that there are other ways to decorate for Halloween without using the traditional orange and black. Orange can tend to sometimes look kitschy if it's overdone. Using blacks and whites in your decorations can help to maintain a classy, elegant vibe that is still in the spirit of Halloween. Think about using neutrals if you want a more upscale look. Take a look at some of these vintage inspired Halloween setups to get ideas for your home.

As always, please contact JL Studio Designs for any of your design needs! Email: Create@JLStudioDesigns.com or call 504-494-2580 to schedule a complimentary design consultation.  

Thank you for reading and have a Happy Halloween week!