Let’s give credit where credit is due.  Not all bachelor pads are decorated with beer posters, sports team logos, and neon signs.  But even the most savvy of single men sometimes require a bit of help to make it over the design hump.  While patterns, fabrics, furniture, and accessories are not necessarily part of the average male’s vocabulary, most men understand that nothing says ‘eligible bachelor’ to a lady like a well-designed space.  The way a man lives in his space speaks volumes about the way he lives his life.

 That’s where Designers Call comes in.   As a provider high-end interior design house calls, it’s the perfect service for the non-committal bachelor; professional help without the full commitment.  Founder and Principal Lara Fishman is a great resource on how to transform a mediocre bachelor’s pad into a modern chick magnet.  Not only will our bachelor enjoy his space more – once it’s organized, accessorized, and updated – but chances are he’ll get more visitors!

 From a crash course in the appropriate use of color, to choosing the right fabrics that are both elegant and masculine, to de-cluttering a space without losing its guy’s character, to subtle but sexy mood lighting, to finding the perfect couch – whether the bachelor’s preferred sport is football or tonsil hockey – here are a few tips from Lara Fishman who has invaluable insight for the bachelor who wants to make great first impressions with his space:

- Select a feature wall (bed wall or couch wall) and paint it in a bold tone - navy, reds or deep taupe are great mood colors and maintain masculinity
- Hang an organic wallcovering like grasscloth in the dining area
- Belgian linen weaves, boucles and other heavily textured fabrics give spaces warmth and can also help hide staining
- Minimize leather upholstery as it is too commonplace for the bachelor - use it sparingly like on a vintage lounge chair
- Hides for area rugs are timeless and masculine
- Bring in a bit of preppy and accent with color & pattern: paisley, stripe and plaid pillows always work!

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A Note From Lara

In today’s economic climate, many homeowners find themselves staying in their current homes for longer than anticipated, and are reluctant to purchase bigger ticket, more costly furniture. Instead, homeowners are gravitating towards the less expensive accessory pieces to help refine their living spaces, aesthetically and functionally.

Michelle Ogundehin, the editor in chief of British Elle Decoration, recently stated in the New York Times, “With what appears to be a recession, people are not moving, so they are not buying lots of furniture, but they are making smaller purchases to update their houses.” Designers Call can create dramatic results in your space by integrating simple, affordable design elements such as rugs, pillows, wallpaper and lamps, adding just the right splash of color. and using eco-friendly options.

Take advantage of our Artwork and Accessories Design Service and access our well-priced products ranging from wholesale items and eco-friendly options to one-of-a-kind auction items and vintage pieces.. As always, we are here to help you love your space!

If there are any particular topics you may like us to address in upcoming newsletters, please feel free to email us. We would love to hear from you!

I'd like to remodel, but I barely have time to brush my teeth.
We're all about saving you time. Instead of lengthy meetings with a designer, just use our simple online form (link online form to the form) to send us key information and design cues of what you're picturing, and we do all the work.  You can see a transformation of your space - or just a refresher using what you already have - the very first time we meet.
 
Baby makes three (or four or . . .). I thought we'd be in a bigger home by now. How can I make this work?
How you organize your space can be as important as the amount of space you have. One of our experienced designers will study your home's floor plan and furniture layouts. Then, whether it's removing a wall to accommodate the increased "traffic" or just editing the placement and type of furniture - such as pieces with built-in storage - we can offer specific suggestions your whole family will appreciate.  Take advantage of our special Back to School / Back to Work limited time offer (link to home page special offer section with new offer up) !
 
Colors, colors, colors. What should I choose?
It's hard enough to choose a single color, but to bring real style to your interiors requires carefully selecting complete palettes for each room. One poor choice can ruin the overall synergy, and colors often look different in your home than they do on paint chips in the store. Our designers are not only fluent in the language of color, they are also fully up-to-date on the latest trends. So whether you prefer modern or classic palettes, you can be sure your colors will not only reflect your style, but look great too.  Click more to read full article.

There are too many product choices. How can I decide?
Designers Call is a pioneer in mediated buying services, which means we wade through the virtually endless array of product choices to come up with the perfect items to fit your home. You'll even benefit from our access to trade-only showrooms with steep discounts on one-of-a-kind designer furnishings and accessories. Take advantage of our mobile design studio, the DesignWagen, to see options personally selected to fit your style.
 
I want to renovate, but don't know where to begin.
Designers Call acts as your guide to the design process from the very beginning, removing the fear and uncertainty that can make a home makeover seem so intimidating. We’ll help you express your unique style through color, furniture, fixtures, layouts and so much more, specially selected to suit your sensibilities - saving you time and hassle.
 
Note From Designers Call:

Do any of these sound all too familiar?  Many of us lack the time and resources to embark on a home makeover or interior redesign the traditional way: working with an expensive interior designer with time-consuming design consultations, excursions to design centers and boutiques to choose furniture and accessories, and weeks of inconvenient construction. Designers Call aims to simplify the process.  Check out our great packages online very soon! 

Do you have a collection of recyclables and hazardous materials that have been accumulating in your place?

UCLA is a S.A.F.E. (Solvents/Automotive/Flammables/Electronics) Collection Center, where you can drop off hazardous waste.  You don't even need to get out of your car. Just pull up, pop the trunk and drop off batteries, light bulbs, old toys (w/ electronic parts), paint cans, cell phones, cameras, computers, etc.

West Los Angeles:
UCLA
550 Charles E. Young Dr. West
West Los Angeles, CA 90095
(800) 988-6492

Hours of Operation: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
•    Accepting electronic waste on Saturday only.
•    All waste collection services are suspended during rainy weather.
•    Click here for more information on the UCLA center or here for more locations.

Trendsetting Color Tips

Instead of spending a fortune replacing your entire room, update it with a great splash of color. 'It's so simple to transform a wall with high gloss, lacquer-like paint. The finish looks shiny and modern and brings color to a whole new realm,' says Lara. 'And, of course, it's super-economical.'

Impact without Expense

Instead of splurging on rolls of wallpaper, simply create a feature wall.  Select a brilliant wallpaper from designyourwalls.com.  Try Midsummer Pink and Silver metallic modern floral wallpaper or any other floral or geometric print with color to create real impact at an affordable cost. Get edgy and place the wallpaper on your ceiling for exceptional impact!   Click more for full article.

Go for the Gold!

With the Olympics gold, silver and bronze medals abound, we suggest embracing the metallic trend.  Not only do metallics add sparkle, their texture and color are a timeless design treasure. For a simple approach, rather than a dull, plastic trash can, try the Silver or Bronze Metalla Can by Umbra® from the Container Store.  Buy gold pillows or throws.  Replace an old lamp with one of these great mercury gourd lamps we can order for you!   A reasonable route in dressing up your space.

To the trade only- Mercury Gourd Lamps- (Contact us at Info@designerscall.com for purchasing)