Erika Ward, Author at Erika Ward Interiors Atlanta: Interior Design, Interior Decorating, Design Advice

IDEAS FOR CREATING A SUMMER WIND DOWN ROUTINE

It’s officially September, Friends. However, I’m not in a rush to grab a scarf nor a sweater. Summer and I still have some unfinished business. I need something to make seasonal transition a wee bit easier. We love Summer and…

INSPIRED DESIGN: SOUTH AFRICA

Pulling myself away from the responsibilities of everyday life can be difficult, but I’ve discovered that losing myself in travel is essential to the work I love. Rich and varied cultural experiences provide a wealth of inspiration and a deeper…

ADDICTED TO WINDOW TREATMENTS? US TOO. 5 REASONS WE CAN’T GET ENOUGH

From setting a tone to anchoring a style, we can’t get enough of rooms that incorporate window treatments. Recently I gave an interview with The Washington Post how to decorate with confidence using window treatments. They came to the right…

WHAT HE REALLY WANTS FOR FATHER’S DAY

As we celebrate fathers this month, we must answer the eternal question, “What to get Dad?!” It’s hard to find gifts for dads that feel like presents instead of a line-up for the honey-do list: that drill will surely fix…

UNEXPECTED COLOR PALETTE USHERS THIS CASCADE HEIGHTS LIVING ROOM INTO SPRING

Watch how the color red turns up the heat and ignites energy into a cool living room and dining room. The homeowner got lucky when she inherited this subtle blue-gray wall color after purchasing this home last year. With its…

IS YOUR HOME PUTTING ITS BEST FACE FORWARD?

I once read, “Perfect skin is a status symbol.” It makes sense given the fact that people with greater disposable income have access to facials, luxury skin products, and the best dermatologists. The look of perfect skin is also achieved…

ONE HOME, TWO KITCHENS

Go behind the curtain and experience the luxury of having a second kitchen for entertaining. Designing and consulting with clients, I’ve seen and worked on a number of basements, creating everything from a game room hangout to super stylish media…

SEE THIS MEDIA ROOM MAKEOVER WITH BOLD SATURATED COLOR

While everyone is going light and bright, we just can’t get enough of using rich color! Have you admired dark, moody rooms in a magazine and want this look in your home? If the answer is yes, then look no…

THE GATHERING PLACE

After a long work week, the last thing on your mind is hosting a gathering in your home. At least it is for me. For many of us downtime is a delicacy much like fine wine or chocolate. Just recently…

3 WAYS TO COMPROMISE WHEN DECORATING WITH YOUR SPOUSE

DESIGN: ERIKA WARD INTERIORS I laugh aloud each time a client complains about their spouse’s interest in home decor. I remember the shock I felt when my husband vetoed my preferred paint color. I never expected him to care, much less have…

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