Home decor magazines: Design Perspective

I recently had a local interior designer (who shall remain anonymous) ask me why I feature other interior designers on my blog. "Aren't you highlighting their work and sending potential clients to them?"

After a moment of awkward silence, I stated the obvious - There are tons of talented interior designers out there, and you can gain lots of inspiration from their work. Even the smallest of details can be interpreted in your own space with stunning results. So, if any of you are wondering why I feature other designers - The goal is to give you something to think about! Some inspiration that hopefully can be used in your own space! So, with that . . . here's my favorite new interior designer . . .

Ashley Goforth

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Based on what I've read about Ashley, she has always had an amazing eye for interior design and enjoyed various interior design related projects for her entire adult life. Here is just a small taste of her work.

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This makes me miss the 1980's wall of mirrors I removed from the living room in my previous house (and I NEVER thought I would ever say that!). Also, I'm working with a client as we speak who still has them in her dining room - so here's a bit of inspiration for that project!

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A different angle of the same space. I love layering a mirror on the wall of mirrors and how the abstract artwork reflects off the mirror to look like a pair. Quite fabulous.

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This is the other side of the same room with the mirrored wall (if you go back up you can see the TV in the reflection of the mirror). Initially, I thought this was a formal living room, but it's not. Instead, it's a beautiful family room. Love the abstracts with the portrait lights flanking the TV. You know it's difficult at times to make a TV wall look interesting. Also, love the idea of incorporating some greenery into the space with the over scaled planters on either side of the mirrored console (which is a nice repeater of the mirrored wall).

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This soothing image just makes me stop dead in my tracks. I love everything about it. The artwork, the painted brick, the chairs, the styling. Love. It. All.

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What a nice change from white marble on marble. The black accents really speak to me - not to mention the large wall of windows.

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OK, I love this image. Did you notice the knee brackets in the dark stain finish - gives the feeling of rustic beams but for a fraction of the price. Such a simple addition to the space, but adds so much architectural interest. Very clever.

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Another view of the same kitchen.

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You would not believe how many deer mounts I work with in the rooms I design! This space is such a refreshing modern take. By limiting the artwork to only the mount, then adding the rich wall color, she has created a very modern sleek space. Oh so good.

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Adore the tub and shower placement in this master bathroom. Really great.

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Question - would you trust your decorator if she suggested a black wallpaper in your powder room? Talk about some major drama! The contrast of the wallpaper and the marble surround is a total WOW for me.

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Here are a few examples of offices. I must say, Ashley's paint choices are what really make these spaces go from a "just ok" to "totally fab." Love this color (notice she painted the crown molding the same color but left the windows a lighter trim color.