May-July 2019 Paint Colors
You could say our inspiration for our summer rooms was citrus-inspired. From lemon yellows to fresh greens, we’re brightening up our spaces with tangy hues fresh from the tropics. See all the colors...
View ArticleSpring Trend: Playful Elements
We love the Spring season because it’s all about rebirth, rejuvenation, and regrowth. Flowers are blooming, the weather is heating up, skies are bluer and Summer is right around the corner. We feel...
View ArticleUp Your Outdoor Decorating Game
Great outdoor spaces are like great rooms, filled with things to delight the eyes and soothe the senses. If you’re in need of an outdoor refresh, we’ve got you covered with these distinctive pieces...
View ArticlePerfect Porch Swings and Why They’re a Southern Icon
If there’s one thing that embodies life in the South, it’s the porch swing. The sole purpose of the porch swing is for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors, and whether you live in the Southeast or not,...
View ArticleAugust – September 2019 Paint Colors
We leaned on moody blues, dark charcoal, and soothing spa blue in this Fall’s catalog. A bold color can make a dramatic backdrop for interesting shapes and patterns, but never underestimate the power...
View Article11 Cozy Bedroom Ideas for Fall
When the temperature drops, our nesting instincts kick into overdrive — and the bedroom becomes ground zero for hibernation mode. Now’s the time to layer on the cozy bedroom ideas and comforts for...
View Article7 Ways to Decorate with Jewel Tones
We love the idea of using jewel tones to create warm, cozy spaces that feel luxe but inviting. There’s just something about sapphire, emerald, and garnet that feel rich and layered — everything we’re...
View Article13 Creative Christmas Decorating Ideas
Every year as December rolls around and the weather starts to cool, that Christmas spirit comes alive in all of us, and it’s time to deck the halls, put on our holiday best, and gather with family and...
View ArticleFall 2019 Catalog Paint Colors
This Fall, we’ve been loving cool blues and drama. Dark blue trim on a cream wall or a dramatic dark wall color can turn a plain wall into a focal point or differentiate one space from another. Read...
View ArticleHow to Choose the Right Size Wreath
Wreaths are wonderful. Hang one on your front door and you instantly create a warm, welcoming entrance for your guests that lasts all season long. As is the case indoors with your tree, you’ll want...
View Article3 Gift Guides to Make Your Holiday Shopping a Breeze
The holidays are almost here, which means it’s time to start thinking about gifts for your family and friends. It seems like each year the sales start earlier and earlier, which is hard to take...
View ArticleWinter 2020 Paint Colors
During the dreary days of winter, we’re looking for energy, impact, and drama. Anything to spice up our lives! In our Winter 2020 catalog, we choose dramatic paint colors — vibrant front doors, dark...
View Article3 Dreamy, Winter Bedrooms
Here at Ballard Designs, we base our decorating philosophy on one principal — having a space that reflects your personality. We spend the majority of our lives at home, so why shouldn’t it feel...
View ArticleSpring 2020 Paint Colors
Spring calls for a clean slate. It may not be the first of the new year, but it’s a time of regrowth and renewal. We were inspired to focus on clean, black and white spaces, white walls, and a little...
View ArticleRoom Organization Ideas for Your Hardest Working Spaces
Our homes are the center of our lives, and above all, they need to serve us and help us function as best we can. They’re emotional spaces, but they’re also tools to help us in our daily lives. Room...
View ArticleSummer 2020 Paint Colors
This summer, we embraced light paint colors to set a subtle backdrop to bold patterns in our fabrics, pillows, and drapery. The lighter colors enhance other accents without taking center stage. Please...
View ArticleHow to Up Your Outdoor Decorating Game
Great outdoor spaces are like great rooms, filled with things to delight the eyes and soothe the senses. We love outdoor decorating because it’s a chance to play up your style and be a little more fun...
View Article12 Ways to Make a Big Outdoor Statement
Your outdoor spaces deserve just as much attention as the rooms inside your home. With just a few statement pieces, you can take your backyard from boring to beautiful. To get you inspired, here our...
View ArticleVacation-Inspired Bedrooms
We get all sorts of questions on the podcast about which rooms to furnish first and where to invest in your money. When posing these same questions to our designer guests, their response is usually...
View ArticleHutton Modular Office Collection: Working from Home in Designer Style
With homeschooling on the horizon and working from home as the new normal, we all need our homes and our workspaces to function better and serve more purposes. If a hardworking office collection can...
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