The Business of Design - Marketing

Did you click through to this post because you're hoping to get tips for how to market your design business?  Sorry, but I'm writing this post because I've been given an amazing opportunity to have a booth at the upcoming 2013 Home & Remodeling Expo and I'm hoping you folks might be able to help me out.

I will have a 10x10 booth that I am planning to stage in a style that reflects my aesthetic.  The centerpiece will be this Mid Century Modern dresser by Dixie.  It needs a little love, but it's solid, has great lines, and fab hardware. Done.

This original painting by Mid Century artist Tom Hayward will probably be propped on the dresser.

Also, I'm making over these chairs as we speak - (I should be stapling right now).

They're getting the white paint treatment and this new fabric. 

 One of my all time faves.

Let's see.  I'm also thinking about flanking either side of the booth entrance with these recently scored etageres.

The etageres will be decked out with a mix of brass, white porcelain and maybe a few old books for a textural mix.

So you can see I have a pretty clear direction of how I want things to look.  Now I have to figure out what to have in my booth to help me from a business standpoint.

Here's what I have on my list right now.

Business cards

Guest book to collect email addresses

Portfolio album of past projects

Winning smile and positive attitude 

Oh, and a sign.  I'm getting a sign made.  

I feel like there should be more.  Not more stuff to fill the booth, just more about me and the services I offer.  

Help a girl out. Leave me a comment below or email me with your brilliant ideas.  Tick tock, the Home and Remodeling Expo is next weekend!

The Green Room Interiors provides Interior Decorating and Design Services to happy homeowners in Chattanooga, TN.  If you'd like to experience the joy of living in a well designed home, contact Kimberly Lemmon at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com

Welcome to my shop!

We've traveled a tough road to get here but renovations are finally winding down and tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. we are opening our doors!  No small feat, we are in an old building that required some updating and renovating to make it useful once again and as with any renovation, it took longer and certainly cost more than expected.  The good news is we are open in time for the Mainx24 celebration which will be happening right outside the front door!  This is truly a unique event that is held in Chattanooga's revitalized Southside.  24 hours of parades, special events and merriment!  If you're nearby, it's an event that should not be missed.


Now on to the shop. Here are a few photos I snapped earlier today.  I'm so excited and would love to hear your feedback and any suggestions.  Thanks for coming along on the ride with me!  Oh, and locals - please stop in and see us in the newly renovated Merchants on Main building, located at 607 E. Main St. in downtown Chattanooga!

Need some help pulling your style together?  The Green Room Interiors can make your home a beautiful place to be!  Call Kim Lemmon at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com

Stalking Chattanooga Craigslist II

Here's what my latest search on Chattanooga Craigslist uncovered:

Looks like a decent brass bed, priced at only $100.  Perfect for your mountain cabin, yes?

Try and avert your eyes from the bedding - this is kind of a cool bed.

King size upholstered French headboard $85.  Probably could use some TLC, and priced to reflect that.

This is a chair and loveseat set.  The next two photos show more detail. $135 for both pieces.

Men's Club chic

Asking $125. but surely gettable for less

This one may require a  trip to the upholsterer, but the lines are superb.

Priced at $49.00

Calling all DIY'ers!  Tried to get these for myself but I  never got a call back from the seller.  : (

CL find of the week.  Old French settee for $125.  

You're welcome!  Have a great weekend, kiddos.

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Need some help pulling your style together?  The Green Room Interiors can make your home a beautiful place to be!  Call Kim at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com.

Dwelling in Chattanooga

If you have read this blog for any length of time, you know that I love to use vintage pieces when outfitting a space!  Late last week I visited a consignment shop in Chattanooga called Dwelling.  I'm so glad I stopped in!  Dwelling has a fabulous selection of all kinds of furniture and home decor items!  The motto at Dwelling is " recycle, reuse, redecorate," and owners Christi Homar (a talented designer), Karen Mills and Stacy Schaudel practice what they preach -  a rundown commercial building was purchased and renovated to house their consignment business! 

From Dwelling's website

Dwelling's  policies are in line with most other consignment shops.  Items must be in good, usable condition, most items sold are a 50/50 split between Dwelling and the consignor, and items for sale are marked down 10% from the original price every 30 days. To make things easier, Dwelling even has an online quick-consign form.

And now on to the shopping!

  

Cute chinoiserie set just needs some updated cushions.

Brass + birds = love!

I want this in my breakfast nook.  

This demilune table has a great organic finish.

All of this and some lighting too!

Dwelling

3301 Brainerd Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 

423.702.5736

www.dwelling-chattanooga.com

Wed. & Thurs. 10-6, Fri. & Sat. 10-5

Blog update: I spent some time this weekend updating my Blog Roll.  This has been long overdue and I have tried to include everyone who so generously comments on my blog.  I do appreciate it so much!  If you would like to be added to my Blog Roll, send me a comment or an e-mail and I will happily trade links (and follows) with you!  Finally, I have created a very modest Facebook Page for The Green Room Interiors and I would love to have you as a Fan! There is a link on the left sidebar.  Again, send a comment or email and I will happily return the favor!

Hope your week is breezy!

Need some help pulling your style together?  The Green Room Interiors can make your home a beautiful place to be.  Call Kim at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com.