redesigning your home and saving money 
HOME, by Nook Will DuBose
Also: Read below about Nook's/Will's Weekend Design Workshop:
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Shane's Apartment- You have seen Shane and his brother on the December cover of Black Enterprise Magazine or in a host of other periodicals for their outstanding shoe designs. In this case, the young top designer needed help incorporating a new look into his place, using almost no cash.  
 
 
Step 1. We reviewed the existing look of the apartment for items that made a statement. Most people have hidden treasures that just need the right staging. That large mirror... Shanes Colorful Motorcycle Books...their framed (Black Enterprise) magazine cover.

BEFORE PHOTO

Step 2. We flipped the rug to show its white backing. This provides pop against the red wall and oak wood floors.
Step 3. The Coffee table was moved and reused as an entertainment center (under the television). 
Step 4. The shelving earlier used to house the entertainment can now be placed on the walls to house what Shane really does. The shelving now highlights his work as an entrepenuer shoe designer, traveler and collector of artifacts from Thailand, China, Germany, Sweden, etc.

Step 5. We moved the chaise lounger to act as a centerpiece (laid a throw over the top of it for decoration). And there you have it... a redesign for zero dollars and ton of design skills.

AFTER PHOTO

for more tricks and skills that lead to beauty check out Will's Weekend Workshop: a Saturday or Sunday dedicated to developing the designer in you. Dazzle your friends with the design of your home or office space.