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Two-Story Foyer. From Drab to Pretty

August 1, 2019 by Marina Klima 5 Comments

Here is the question:I recently received a question about a two-story foyer and just could not answer it in two sentences. So, here is the article."Hi, Marina,Our current project is updating our two-story 9X13 colonial foyer. We like our tile, chandelier, and wood trim. We’re changing the entry door, area rug, carpet on stairs, and, most important, old outdated … [Read more...]

What Does Your Front Door Color Say About You

October 29, 2018 by Marina Klima 2 Comments

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When visitors come to your home for the first time, do you describe your house by the front door color? “We’re the second-to-last house on the left. The one with the very pretty red front door color.” You may have never thought about it, but your front door color says a lot about your personality. Whether you’ve just painted your front door or are looking for a new color for … [Read more...]

About Marina Klima

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I’m Marina Klima, an interior designer and blogger who loves to travel and bring home surprising and wonderful ideas from different corners of the world.

This blog is where I share my observations and reflections on spaces of all kinds, from hotels and restaurants to apartments and homes.

Sometimes, I also share the ridiculous and funny stories that happen to me along the way.

Most importantly, I hope to inspire you to keep your eyes open to beauty, whether it’s found in interiors or somewhere entirely unexpected.
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