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As we enter into fall, the new season brings new weather, new colors and seasonal pumpkin treats. New seasons can also mean new decor. With each new season, it's important to assess the many accessories and table top items you may have and bring out or incorporate more seasonal items.

You probably spent a lot of time in your outdoor spaces this summer. Whether it was a family get together or outdoor barbecue, your yard and deck have probably gotten a lot of use over the last few months.

Open shelving can be a beautiful addition to one's home. It not only adds additional storage for necessary items but it also allows you to display elegant accessories and let your personal taste and style shine through. But at times, all that open space can be daunting. How do you style it properly and what accessories should you use?

August is coming to a close and fall is right around the corner. Before we start dreaming about cooler weather, football games and the changing leaves, it's time to do a little recap of posts from this past month.

When hiring an interior designer, you may have certain expectations for what their role will be for your project. It is important and helpful to understand the roles and responsibilities of your designer versus another member of your team.

Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home is more than just an interior design firm. In addition to our design firm, we also have two retail boutiques here in Greenville, SC as well as an online boutique.

While most of the questions we receive are design-related questions, there are also many questions about the services and products we offer through our retail and online boutiques.

Decorating and creating a nursery space for your new little one is a special time. For some, it's something you've dreamed about. You've probably thought about the cute accessories you want to feature and the color scheme you want to use.

We shared with you last month some of the elegant and stylish statement jewelry pieces from the Karen Lindner collection - perfect for a girl's night out. But what about stylish and elegant fashion and accessories for the guys?

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is about paint finishes. What paint finish was used in certain rooms of past projects and what paint finish is best? While the choice is largely a personal preference, there are some benefits to using certain finishes in certain spaces.

Home fragrances are an important part of completing your home's overall feel. The right fragrances can enhance your mood and make a space feel refreshing and invigorating. Candles, in particular, not only give off a wonderful fragrance but they also provide ambiance and are great accessories to decorate with.