Artesanos Interior Design Inspiration Blog

Now that the holidays are, quite literally, right around the corner it's time to take a look around and make sure your home is ready to accommodate the masses.  Whether you're planning a holiday gathering or expecting overnight guests, it's important to have your living space prepped for the big occasion. So here at 5 must haves for any home...

If you're looking for an easy way to update your home interior without doing an entire redesign, playing with different lighting fixtures is a quick way to make a big difference in your living spaces.  Oversize or unique light fixtures are on trend this season, and the great part is that you don't need a big space to make this...

Watch any episode of House Hunters on HGTV and you'll see home buyers go back and forth on the need for a formal dining room. Some buyers list it as a "must have", while others creatively think of ways to transform the extra room into a den or office space.  But, in 2016, the return of the formal dining room has...

There's a common misconception that industrial furniture and decor pieces are stark and uninviting, reserved only for modern lofts and urban apartments. But now, more than ever, industrial design is making its way into all types of homes, blending in with softer accents that make this style far more accessible than ever before.  Industrial elements can compliment a wide range of styles,...

If you think luminaries should only be reserved for the holidays, then it's time to change your way of thinking about this fun an unique way to add style and light to your home.  The first luminaries originated in Mexico dating back some 300 years ago and luminaries are linked throughout history as an ancient tradition communicating, warning and celebration through...

As we prepare to head into the fall, copper is this season's superstar metal. From brilliant and shiny to muted patina, copper's versatility lends itself perfectly to many different designs styles.  Warm metallics have been on trend for several years now and whether you are just looking to add a pop of color or create a showcase, copper accents bring a...

It's something most house guests have come to dread. You arrive at the home of a friend or relative and they kindly inform you that you will be staying on a fold-out sofa bed.  Panic ensues and you begin prepping yourself for a night of tossing and turning as the mattress sags and the springs dig into your back.  Sofa...

During the dog days of summer there is nothing more refreshing than an authentic Moscow Mule served properly in a handcrafted copper mug.  But, have you ever stopped and asked yourself "what's up with the copper mug, anyway?" Well, there's a reason the drink has it's own signature cup, and it dates all the way back to 1941 in Los...

For those looking to blend the lines between rustic and modern, live edge furniture can fit any design style while showcasing the unique and natural beauty of the wood.  The idea behind live-edge furniture is that it incorporates the outline of the original tree, making each piece unique and one-of-a-kind. As opposed to traditionally milled lumber, live-edge pieces feature curves, bumps and deformities...