May 14, 2013

Too busy to decorate?

We KNOW how much time it takes. We do it everyday. But for those who aren’t so familiar with the process let us enlighten you a little. Let’s look at decorating a young lady’s bedroom, for instance. The gorgeous room below didn’t just appear overnight.

Bedroom decor by Lumar Interiors

First we started with this…

Fabulous fabric selections

The wallpaper we selected for the focal wall was a wonderful deep charcoal with a hint of purple in it. This girl wanted a glamorous look using velvets, silks and shimmer. There were at least 5 fabric selections to be made just for the bed (comforter, skirt, pillows and headboard) and 2 more for the window coverings. Then the fabrics had to be sent to 3 different workrooms: one that specializes in the drapery, another that does bedding and the third does upholstery.

Here is a shot of the window treatment on one side of the room and the chairs that were reupholstered from another room and re-purposed in her room. Oh and that’s an additional fabric we had to choose for the upholstery. After tearing apart the sample studio and narrowing it down for her we gave her a few fabrics to choose from for each element.

Reupholstered chairs and ottoman

Then we had to look for some nightstands and lamps. Again, after narrowing it down to a couple, the client made her selection.

A beautiful bombe chest and crystal lamp for sparkle

Over on the other side of the room, the young lady needed a vanity table and chair and another window treatment. Wood furniture was bought raw and was stained. The furniture went from the vendor to the refinisher and then the chair went to the upholsterer to get covered.

custom chair for vanity

Co-ordination was then needed in getting furniture from upholsterers and vendors, and soft goods from drapery, bedding and upholstery workrooms. Hardware to hang drapery had to be ordered and installers arranged.

Can you guess how many hours was spent

pre-selecting things we liked
co-ordinating
finalizing decisions
ordering
phone calls/faxes/emails to workrooms to follow up with orders
arranging installations, deliveries

So we get it. Sometimes decorating can take a lot of time. Give us a call if you want someone to help you with the process. We at Lumar have been doing it for over 20 years. We just might circumvent issues that come up here and there like backorders, wrong colours, wrong sizes, comes in broken or damaged…..the list goes on. It’s all in a day’s work for us:)

TESTIMONIALS

Working with Marisa & team was an absolute joy. Their brilliant design skills went above and beyond what we expected as they helped us navigate a total reno of our main floor. They took our vision and feedback and translated it into creating our dream home! They guided us through all decisions, big and small, with knowledge, professionalism and patience. I can confidently say I would not change one thing.

- HM, Thornhill -

Amazing team of interior designers, we were so fortunate to be referred to Lumar Interiors and worked with Marisa and team, they are professional and creative. We had just completed a home renovation project and needed help with furnishing and decorating our family and living room. The results of our project is way beyond anything we could have imagined. We are totally grateful to these two ladies and their team!!!!

- SC, Vaughan -

When we moved to Aurora, we didn’t hesitate to call Marisa again. She knows what the client wants and stops at nothing to get the job done….looking for that perfect piece of furniture, upholstery, drapery, lighting & accessories, she was able to pull it all together and successfully accomplish our dream. We could not have done this without her expertise, trade contacts and wonderful support staff at Lumar Interiors.

- PW, Aurora -

Working with Lumar for almost 20 years spanning two homes, one of which was a custom build, I have experienced first hand the knowledge, resources, and abundance of talent Luisa and Marisa offer their clients. Professional and never “pushy” ideas are brought to fruition with ease. I highly recommend Lumar for all decorating projects, small and large.

- OL, King City -

I met with Luisa and the team two days after we moved into our newly built home. In the following two years, they have transformed our house into an elegant and welcoming home. It was a pleasure working with them. I valued their creativity, dependability, attention to detail, work ethic & professionalism. I highly recommend them and appreciate all of their efforts in making our home a warm and special place.

- PG, Stouffville -

When we first began the renovating and decorating process, I had a vision of what I wanted our home to look like. My biggest concern was whether I would be able to get my ideas across to the people involved in the process. Thanks for being a crucial part in making “my vision” into a reality, and for all the decorating advice when I just wasn’t sure what to do. It looks great-you made it painless and fun!

- AL, Richmond Hill -

The compliments never stop. It was so nice working with Lumar Interiors. You made everything so easy and understood exactly what I wanted in style and in cost…I had used many decorators before that charged through like a steam roller giving little time to me and my wishes. Working with the team at Lumar was sheer pleasure. I felt I not only found a new decorator but a new friend as well.

- PK, Thornhill -

Marisa Lupo from Lumar Interiors recently helped me update my 1990’s kitchen and make it a beautiful room. I have known Marisa for many years now and together we have also redecorated my family room and dining room. Slowly we have successfully turned my house into a home. Marisa’s patience and knowledge have made working with her a pleasure. I look forward to our next decorating project together!

- MS, Woodbridge -