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!