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There’s nothing quite like coming home on a cold night to a festive bar cart and mixing up your favorite holiday cocktail for Happy Hour. Bar carts have been growing in popularity the past few years as a high-end furniture choice, and have certainly been more useful than ever this past year. Creating one that …

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The holiday season is here, which means plenty of opportunities to dress up your dining room table (especially if you are shopping at our high-end furniture store in Charleston!). Even if you aren’t having the same size gatherings that you normally would, creating a beautiful tablescape is worth the effort to lift the spirits. We …

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Choosing the right bedding is essential for creating a peaceful bedroom space that truly feels like home. Bedding instantly uplifts a room, serving as both the centering point of your design and your favorite cozy place to escape to. Our team of Charleston interior designers typically design with the coast’s soothing influences in mind, fixating …

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After so much time spent indoors, you may have noticed that it’s time for a home refresh. Strategic home decor choices can instantly transform a home, bringing much-needed details to your interior design while adding personality and style to your space. Read our best advice for bringing personality to your home with decor, inspired by …

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Fine art prints can elevate your home by incorporating inspired works into day to day life. Learn more about how to start incorporating art into your home with our tips for selecting and decorating with fine art prints, from GDC Home. How to Choose Art for a Gallery Wall Creating a gallery wall is an …

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Big game animals are more popular than ever right now, but the animal print trend certainly isn’t new. Using animal prints in home design stems from long-standing design traditions, a more classic choice than one might think. Some designers even swear leopard print is a neutral. While you can go wild with the print, other …

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We love the recent return to minimalist, serene spaces. But we’re also true to our roots. In our home town of Charleston, SC designers never shy away from a little color. From Rainbow Row’s pastel hues to colorful window boxes filled with blooms, our city is full of bright design. Many GDC interior designers do, …

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Choosing the right upholstered furniture is an important part of executing your interior design vision. You want upholstery to be both beautiful and luxurious while serving its purpose; the perfect balance of form and function. At GDC Home, our design center gives you the opportunity to customize your upholstery to best fit your interiors, whether …

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Living alongside the coastline is one of the best things about owning a beach property. Whether you’re right on the water or tucked away, all coastal beach homes carry a certain charm unlike any other house. If you’re looking to switch up your style to make your beach house feel more like home, check out …

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Spring is beginning to brighten up the South Carolina coast. With longer days and warmer temperatures on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to think about refreshing your porch or patio design. Read on for our key components to consider while creating uniquely beautiful outdoor living spaces that you’ll never want to leave. Design With …

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The bathroom is often overlooked as a space with any serious design potential. Your bathroom, however, is a space as important as any other in your home. Most people begin and end their day with personalized routines that take place in this space. These simple bathroom upgrades will help refine your space so that it …

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‘Tis the season for hosting family and friends in your home as you either open presents around the Christmas tree or ring in the New Year with the ones you love. With all of the opportunities to house your guests over the upcoming winter months, it’s time to give your extra room a friendly facelift.