Master Bedroom in cream and blue by Driggs Designs.

Breakfast Nook by by Driggs Designs.

Modern bathroom by Roberta Frank Designs.

Modern meets traditional dining room by Roberta Frank Designs.

Dining Room by Michelle Woolley Sauter of One Coast Design.

Bedroom by Michelle Woolley Sauter of One Coast Design.

Living Room by Michelle Woolley Sauter of One Coast Design.

Light and very bright kitchen designed by Nancie Wood Interiors of Raleigh

Dramatic dining room designed by reInventedSpaces of Raleigh.

Window treatment details – beading and tassels add drama to the embroidered panels. Designed by reInventedSpaces of Raleigh.

Dog feeding station with tile surround found it is hidden place at the end of the cabinetry. Designed by reInventedSpaces of Raleigh.

Traditional mixed with clean lines and a wallpaper for a fun touch. Designed by reInventedSpaces of Raleigh.

Mercury glass lamp base adds sparkle and depth to this vignette. Designed by DeCocco Design.

Pendants in this kitchen catch your eye with their curved lines. Designed by DeCocco Design.

Family room featuring Limed brick fireplace, artwork, and beautiful window treatments. Designed by Interior Elements by Tina.

Choosing top cabinets with glass doors allows to a add depth and takes your eye up in this kitchen. Designed by Interior Elements by Tina.

Traditional with modern clean lines family room. Designed by Lisa Stewart Design.

The countertop continues up to the kitchen cabinets as a backsplash and the outlets are hidden right below the cabinets. Designed by Lisa Stewart Design.

Using two mirrored consoles and skipping the built-ins, creating a unique hand painted artwork on the wall, elegant scones, millwork on the ceiling – it is all about the details in this elegant family room. Designed by Lisa Stewart Design.

Very simple but at the same time dramatic ceiling details. Designed by Lisa Stewart Design.

A dark accent wall can add presence and maturity to a light or otherwise bland room. Consider tying in a few darker items in the room for balance. By Deborah Beaman of Interiors by Deborah Beaman.

Using monochromatic furnishings against a colorful accent wall can further increase its visual impact. This seating area has harlequin metallic brushed wallpaper. By Deborah Beaman of Interiors by Deborah Beaman.

A collection of global proportions on a desk area. By Carole Marcotte of Form and Function in Raleigh.

North Carolina pottery is nestled high above the books in these custom built-ins. By Carole Marcotte of Form and Function in Raleigh.

Keep clutter to a minimum. By Jean Ehmke of JeanE Kitchen and Bath Design, Raleigh.

There are so many opportunities to use a variety of patterns, finishes, and textures in bathrooms through the tile, cabinetry, countertops, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and accessories. Mixing things up adds interest and character. By Jean Ehmke of JeanE Kitchen and Bath Design, Raleigh.

Michelle Woolley Sauter of One Coast Design in Raleigh designed this living room with cool and warm tones.

Michelle Woolley Sauter of One Coast Design in Raleigh designed this living room in a home located in the rolling hills of Greensboro, NC.

Michelle Woolley Sauter of One Coast Design in Raleigh describes the design in this room in Wilson, NC, as “high country meets low country”.

Place items, step back and edit the spaces. Remember to use books, acrylic or stone stands or platforms to create height differences, interest and dimension. By Linda Boylan of Peri Nicole Interiors.

The entryway, dining area, coffee table and mantel are some key areas to set the welcoming vibe as your guests enter your home. Vary different shapes, textures and heights of items you want to use in groupings. By Linda Boylan of Peri Nicole Interiors.

Don’t forget to add the element of coziness to your space by adding a luscious faux fur pillow or throw to add softness to your space. By Linda Boylan of Peri Nicole Interiors.