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Discover the latest trends in interior design, from décor essentials to pattern mixing. Our team of experienced interior designers provide their insights and expertise to help you stay ahead of the curve and infuse your space with style. So whether you're a seasoned design enthusiast or just starting your journey towards creating a beautiful home, we invite you to explore our blog and let your imagination run wild.

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Design Considerations for Your Three Season Room

Is it time to rethink and refresh your three-season room? Whether you’re an empty nester…

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Designing for Masculine Spaces

Who says a man cave can’t have some style? Masculine spaces can have an interior…

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Well-Rounded Design Execution

When Eve joined Dwell as a design partner, she would often switch between various projects…

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Intention Behind Every Selection

Alex and Sabrina began their partnership in 2021 when Sabrina joined the Dwell team. After…

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Balancing the Small Details and Big Picture

Jackie and Timothy’s partnership began before their time at Dwell. The two had collaborated at…

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3 Décor Essentials for Your First Home

When you get the keys to your first home, those first few weeks and months…

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Ambient Lighting is In

One of the most important aspects of interior design is lighting, and ambient lighting is…

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3 Approaches to Your Spring Room Refresh

We’ve all spent so much more time at home in the past couple of years,…

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Interior Design Tips for First Time Home Buyers

Have you just purchased or moved into your first home? Are you ready to make…

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Selecting Art for Your Home + How We Can Help

Do you want to make a design statement, but don’t know how? Artwork may be…

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Get to Know The Design Team

Are you in the process of planning for a design project this year? Working with…

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Designing Dual-Purpose Rooms for Your Side Hustle or Hobby

Whether you have a cozy condo or a larger home, maximizing space usage is probably…

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Dwell Wood Shop and Furniture Repair

You know that cool old chair your family has passed down to you—the one with…

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Caring for Furniture

Quality furniture is worth the investment—and it’s worth taking care of it so it remains…

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Drapery Dos and Don’ts

Draperies can make a room with a bold statement or act as a subtle, elegant…

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Area Rug Tips from Interior Designers

Area rugs are a fantastic choice for adding spatial definition and on-trend style to a…

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Pattern Mixing — Just Do It!

If you’re bored with your home décor, one way to spice it up is by…

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Interior Design Styles that Inspire You

Interior design styles cover a huge range of tastes and trends. Social media allows us…

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Planning for a Design Project

What does it take to plan a kitchen, bath, office, or other home transformation? And…

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Furniture Delays are Way More than Delivery Related

So, you want to order some furniture. In case you haven’t heard, it could be…

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Choosing a Comfy Chair that has “The Look”

We are living in a golden age of design. Nearly any style is at our…

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Throw pillows? We prefer to gently place them. 👀🍂

Layer up your space with Fall pillows in rich rusts, warm neutrals and cozy textures, because every season deserves a soft landing!
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A beautiful AI rendering isn’t the same thing as a design plan. 👀

AI can be an amazing tool for exploring ideas, experimenting with styles, and finally getting the vision in your head onto “paper.” But while it can create an inspiring image in seconds, it can’t see the whole story of your home.

It doesn’t understand the full three dimensional space or how your family actually lives in the room. It may even move a window, resize a sectional, or create a piece of furniture that doesn’t exist....all to make the image just look better. 😅

That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use it! Think of AI as a starting point: play with ideas, save the images that inspire you. But take them with a grain of salt and bring them to your designer!

From there, we can turn that inspiration into a thoughtful plan designed around your real rooms, real budget, real timeline, and real life.

Because AI can generate a picture, but a designer helps you create a home. ✨

Read more in our latest blog at the link in our bio, or comment “AI” below and we’ll send it directly to you!

#InteriorDesign #AIInteriorDesign #DesignInspiration #HomeDesign #IowaInteriorDesign HowWeDwell
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A reminder to make room for rest.

On World Mental Health Day, we’re taking a moment to appreciate the little things that help us slow down, recharge and reconnect with ourselves.

Sometimes, relaxation starts with simply getting comfortable with Stressless®.

Visit us today at Dwell Home Furnishings!

📷 Stressless® Stella Batick NewCaramel
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We think our friends over at the @englerttheatre have great taste! 😍

Take a look at their refreshed upstairs events lounge, designed to be as welcoming as it is stylish!

Design Team: @jackiekiracofe_interiordesign & @timothyvanrheenen
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