A retired couple moved from their spacious traditional home in Newton to this contemporary condo in Concord. Hamilburg Interiors designed the space with all-new furnishings and art. The light and height of the ceilings lent themselves to an uncluttered, fresh look, which they have embraced and are thoroughly enjoying in their new phase of...

A young professional couple wanted to bring glamour and sophistication to their countrified home in Lincoln. Hiring Hamilburg Interiors was the right decision in bringing their design dream to life. You know you have a successful project when guests do not want to leave their dining...

This historic house in Wellesley, MA, underwent a complete renovation, including Hamilburg Interiors, adding strategic color with new wallcoverings in the back entrance, powder room, living room, study, and master bedroom. The result is a traditional yet fresh space that embraces the...

It occurred to me one evening recently while driving at dusk that the majority of the people in my neighborhood put an enormous effort into decorating their bushes and trees with Christmas lights, mostly white. It seemed that the profusion of lights had become a universal means of welcoming in the spirit of the holidays and was a great deal more widespread than I remembered from my youth. While holiday decorations run the gamut from beautiful and tasteful to over the top, the light and glow that they produce can translate well at any time of year.  The glistening of silver and mirrored items can add dazzle to any corner of your home, whether it be holiday related or not. A silver wall covering used in a dining room or powder room radiates elegance as seen in the Gracie wall covering above. Silver urns are especially beautiful when they are resplendent with winter greens and berries. They can look well for several weeks and reflect a charming winter look It is best to  remember to use balance and unity when you are selecting sparkling decorative accessories, but be sure to have lots of fun in the...

As temperatures drop and winter hovers, we find consolatation in our romantic images of winter and the holidays. One very human instinct is to yearn for a warm spot. Home is indeed where the hearth is! Beyond the physical warmth coming from oil, gas, or solar, we look to the fireplace, as an important anchor of a room. A comfortable chair or two with an ottoman creates a cozy nook for lounging or reading and balances the other upholstered pieces around the room. Throwing a splash of color from a a beautiful throw is great for snuggling and can serve as a wonderful accent color. For many people, the ritual of building the fire itself is most important. A log basket is practical to have close by and can also be a decorative element. Since arranging chairs around the fireplace can be tricky, make certain you have adequate space for the necessary fireplace tools and firewood. It is definitely worth investing time to find the perfect accessories for the fireplace mantle, such as large candlesticks/and or hurricane lamps. At the end of the day, when the gift wrap is crumpled up and the table is cleared, what lingers in our minds is the laughter, the stories and all the light-hearted banter around the fireplace. These are the moments that become the treasured memories of our past. Dena Hamilburg is the owner of Hamilburg Interiors and  www.myinteriordesigncenter.com. She welcomes any questions you might have concerning interior design. You can e-mail her at...