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Raleigh's Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces
City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 02.28.22 | Connor LemieuxIf you are asking where to find antiques near Raleigh or places to shop for the best antique and vintage finds, the Raleigh area has what you want! From vintage pieces, antique furniture, fine furniture and decorative accents to luxury designer fashion and jewelry, we have some of the best places in Wake County to shop luxury estate sales, antiques, vintage, and consignments at non-retail prices.
Continue ReadingVictorian House Styles: An Era of Unique Design
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 01.28.22 | Alison Bentley (Guest Blogger)Picture a dollhouse – a colorful exterior, several stories high, gabled roof, highly decorative details, maybe even a tower – and you’ve just envisioned a Victorian style home. From their iconic exteriors, to their opulent interiors fit for a queen, Victorian houses are a unique home style that stands out from the rest. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home in Chicago, IL or are fascinated by the popular house styles across the US, a Victorian home should be on your list of must-sees.
Continue ReadingDecking Out Your Mantle With Antique Elements
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 11.23.21 | Michelle WhitenerDesigner and lifestyle blogger, Michelle Whitener, guest blogs for BRG as she shares her easy-to-follow styling tips to create a sophisticated and collected historic holiday mantle with a mix of modern touches.
Continue ReadingMoving? Safely pack and move fine antiques and vintage furniture
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 09.23.21 | Guest Blogger: Sarah JamesMoving is always a stressful process. There are a lot of things that require careful organizing and preparation. This is never more true than when you need to pack antique and valuable pieces. Here's how to pack and move antique furniture safely to your new home.
Continue ReadingHow Can You “Remote It” in Style? Follow these must-have decorating tips for your home office
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 09.20.21 | Courtney TannlerTelecommuting and working from home is not new, but it has become a mainstay for many office employees and professionals. Despite shortages in the supply chain for new office furniture, secondary markets (such as estate sales and online auctions) are an excellent source for versatile, eclectic, and fun home office furniture and decor options. But where do you start? Check out these essential tips for "remoting it" in style.
Continue ReadingNine Must-Have Decorative Pieces Curated by Rebekah Dempsey
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.22.21 | Rebekah DempseyFrom stunning 19th century apothecary cabinets to fine watercolor landscape paintings and Chinese blue and white porcelain oversized vases ... the talented Rebekah Dempsey of A Blissful Nest shares her nine current must-have curation of antiques, vintage, and pre-owned furniture and decorative arts.
Continue ReadingHow to Add Antique & Vintage Pieces to your Stylish Living Room with Mary Aspen Richardson
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.14.21 | Guest: Mary Aspen RichardsonAlthough the antique style brings a particular emotional relevance, random placement of such items carries the risk of creating an outdated look in your new modern living room. However, there are several different ways to decorate with antique pieces, while still keeping your home both stylish and timeless - trust me!
Continue ReadingSecrets on Taking it to the Max with Daniel Mathis
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 06.30.21 | Jennifer VentrescaAs a long-time collector, Daniel discovered many years ago that estate sales and auctions were some of the best places to find one-of-a-kind pieces that might set your space apart from all the rest. Learn how maximalist, Daniel Mathis, styles his estate sale finds.
Continue ReadingEleven Must Have Outdoor Pieces for A Stunning Outdoor Space
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 06.07.21 | Tam TranWhen looking for outdoor grilling, patio furniture, and exterior decor pieces, quality estate and downsizing pieces may be the best things available. Check out these 11 must have items.
Continue ReadingHow to Design an Elegant Outdoor BBQ
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 06.03.21 | Lily CoulsonThere's nothing quite like dining al fresco, and with your BBQ area set up, you'll be able to do so whenever the weather permits. Here are some design tips to aid you in this project.
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