Primera Announces The Appointment of Francis Maasland

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Primera is delighted to welcome Francis Maasland as its Corporate Director of Purchasing. Francis was born and raised in Amsterdam but relocated to New York to join his family’s home restoration and remodelling business in his early career.  Having moved multiple times throughout the US to take advantage of new career opportunities, Francis settled in Arizona in 1998. His career has spanned a wealth of operational, sales and design roles, which lead to his specialization in purchasing management over the last fourteen years.  In these varied roles, he has worked with both home builders and their suppliers and now Francis brings his vast experience and extensive knowledge to Primera. In his new role as Corporate Director of Purchasing, based at

Design trends: rose quartz, mustard yellows and walnut and marble countertops

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Perfection in Pink Pantone declared Rose Quartz one of its two colors of the year for 2016. The pale pink color goes beautifully with neutral grays and whites. Mustard Yellow Makes the Ultimate Accent Be bold and daring with mustard yellow accent pieces! Bring Old Floors Back to Life Revive old, abused wooden floors with a layer of color. Who says paint is only for the walls? Elegant Kitchens Mixing dark walnut with white counters creates subtle texture and elegance to a kitchen. Naturally Beautiful Keep it simple! Natural linen bedding and a neutral color palette keeps the bedroom calm and relaxing.  Image Resources: http://www.houzz.com

Design trends: embroidered silk, calming-color kitchens and nature-inspired textiles

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Mixing Metals   Designers are now mixing gold, silver, copper and bronze for a bold design trend. Embroidered Silk Embroidered silk curtains give texture to an otherwise sleek accent piece. White, Green and Yellow Kitchens   White, green and yellow kitchens bring a sense or calm and happiness to an otherwise busy room. Casual-Formal Dining Rooms   Dining rooms are making a comeback this year, but with a more casual appeal. What once was a strictly formal room is now becoming a place to gather for family meals with fun, laid-back décor. Nature-Inspired Textiles     Rugs reminiscent of the ocean, wallpaper that imitates plant-life: nature-inspired textiles bring a sense of grounding to any home. Image Resources: http://www.houzz.com  

Create Your Own Relaxing Library

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If you love reading books, you are probably dreaming of having a library large enough to accommodate all your favorite literature pieces. But besides just being expansive, this room has to be also quiet and cozy, allowing you to curl up with a book or a magazine and relax for hours. In order to truly escape from the reality without leaving home, your library should be a personal retreat. But how can you achieve this? Here are a few simple and useful tips for you to make the atmosphere in your library private, warm and relaxing: 1.     Choose a Quiet Area If your library is situated in a noisy part of your home, you will not be able to enjoy

Design trends: Window seats, Japanese soaking tubs and baroque

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Get Hooked on Hooks Small living spaces can make the most of their wall space by installing well-placed hooks throughout the house. What is used as a space-saver can add a unique and organized appeal to the home.   Window Seats What’s better than a big window displaying a beautiful view? Maybe a comfortable seat to gaze through the glass. Cozy up and drift away with window seats! Black and White Black and white go together for a chic contrast of colors in any room. Add metallic accents for an instant “wow” appeal. Japanese Soaking Tubs Traditional Japanese soaking tubs add a relaxing air and sense of rejuvenation to any bathroom. Pair the wooden tub with other nature-inspired features, such

Design trends: formal dining rooms, fireplaces and flame stitch

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Formal Dining Rooms Many homeowners are yearning for a central space to gather over delicious food and drinks: the formal dining room is making a comeback!   Mismatched Cabinets This year, consider taking a risk with your kitchen cabinets. Mismatching colors and styles can result in beautifully unique kitchens.   Fireplaces Move over, big screen TVs! Fireplaces are now becoming the focal point of living rooms.   Statement Lighting Use bold and unique lighting to add a little “wow” to an otherwise subtle room.   Flame Stitch Popular in the ‘70s and ‘80s, flame stitch may be making a comeback. The hypnotizing, zigzagged patterns make textile pieces pop and are contributing to the trendy mosaic tile movement. Image Resources: http://www.houzz.com

Design trends: geometric tile designs, spacious storage and statement mirrors

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  Geometric Tile Designs The options are endless with the newest geometric tile trend. Keep your kitchen and bathroom interesting with a backsplash of bold shapes and intricate designs.   Spacious Storage Simplify your kitchen with deep storage drawers for those bulky pots and pans. The added space and effortless organization will feel like a breath of fresh air.   Make a Statement with Your Mirror Be bold with your bathroom! Wood frames, creative shapes and vintage vanities are making mirrors more exciting this year.   Screen-Free Living Rooms The newest trend in 2016? Ditch the digital distractions and dedicate your living room to reading, relaxing and spending time with friends and family. Bring the Outdoors In A touch of

Design trends: mismatched chairs, statement staircases and mix-matched metallic

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Mismatched Chairs Looking for a fun DIY project to enhance your home? Pick up wooden chairs from garage sales and flea markets and repaint them using a gradient of hues for a wonderfully mismatched collection. (Image from A Beautiful Mess) Make a Statement with Your Staircase   Who says you can’t paint your staircase? Grey has been a trending color this year and provides a smooth, cooling appeal to cover up years of wear and tear.   Mix and Match Metallic Materials Bring in the shiny new year with mix-matched metallic materials. Copper, bronze, silver and gold go hand-in-hand for a glam appeal in any room. Natural Wallpaper   2016's wallpaper trend is inspired by natural textures: think wood, marble and

Design trends: glass cabinets (with accent lighting), organized entryways and holiday gold and reds

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Show and Tell Glass cabinets are this year's big trend, with plenty of choices like frosted, seeded, reeded, mullion, arched and stained glass. Use accent lighting to showcase decorative contents inside or to create ambiance. Cabinets Aren’t Just for the Kitchen Create a sense of calm with a fashionably organized entryway. No more clutter by the door!   Gold Accents Make Any Holiday Table Shine Sprinkling gold accents, such as gold-lined plates and candles, will light up any dinner table this holiday season. Hold On to Those Holiday Reds Next year’s trends include shades of red, as well as pinks and peach. So you can keep those festive reds around the house even after the tree is gone.   A Look

Sustainable Home Projects Around the World

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Written by,  Sophie Andersen As modern human beings, we always fret and worry about getting our money’s worth, even though there is a price that can’t possibly be measured in dollars, pounds, or any other currency known to man. By this, of course, I mean the price of the toll that constructing a house can have upon the environment. An increasing number of people are looking to help the environment by minimizing the impact their homes make on our planet. You need to remain aware, however, of the fact that outfitting your home with sustainable technology doesn’t have to mean more investment, at least not in the long term. We've outlined a few examples of sustainable homes, as well as

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