Friday, July 23, 2010

Light It Up

Have you been procrastinating about replacing your outdated light fixture? Well, there is not better time than the present.

According to the United States Department of Energy updating your current lighting with more energy efficient fixtures can reduce your energy consumption 50 – 65%. As a result, your energy bill will be lower. Ultimately, these fixtures can pay for themselves in as little as a two years.

Energy efficient lighting is not only going to save you money, but it will also allow you to update your décor with minimal out of pocket expense. It’s a quick, easy and inexpensive way to give your home a mini facelift!

As a rule of thumb most lighting is offered in three price categories. The first category is an affordable basic solution. The most common placement of these essential fixtures is bathrooms, studies and laundry. They would likely include fluorescent lighting and basic ceiling and wall fixtures. Although there is not a lot of zest in this category it still offers adequate refresh opportunities.

The second grouping is a mid range solution. Your costs will be approximately 10% more than the basic lines, but your varieties are in sprout. This group offers endless options that allow wiggle room in your pocket book. Within this category you will find ceiling fans, pendants, fundamental chandeliers, can lights and unique bath bars. All items will spruce up your room and in most cases improve your entire room aesthetic. In our opinion, most major and minor projects can be completed in this category and within budget.

The third grouping is the artist collection. These fixtures are beautiful to admire, but higher in cost. Usually, these fixtures are easily customized to your exact wants and needs. You’re likely to specify within this category to fulfill lighting opportunities in main focal areas. These focal areas usually include the entryway or above a dining room table. These fixtures are perfect for showcasing your individual artistic personality. They definitely have a WOW factor!

You would be surprised at how much of a difference a new light fixture will make for your interior. Aside, from being aesthetically pleasing it also helps your home’s resale value. Updating light fixtures is a win/win regardless of your budget.

If you need assistance locating and updating your lighting, Pezzo Bello Interiors is just a phone call away. We have access to most any lighting that you will need from chandeliers, pendants, and sconces to floor and table lamps and everything in between!

Plus, as an added bonus to using our services we are offering 10% off your lighting purchase for the summer months.

Call us today to “Make Your Ordinary Home, Extraordinary!”
Pezzo Bello Interiors
816.891.8400
info@pezzobellointeriors.com

Friday, July 9, 2010

Vacation Home Make Over


Not too many experiences compare to the peace of mind that overcomes you when escaping real world dramas and paying a visit to a treasured vacation home.  Sanity can be achieved from simply getting out of town. 

When someone chooses a vacation home it is important to choose one that is soothing and represents personality.  What a lot of people overlook is the potential in older property builds.  Pezzo Bello is certain that although it may seem impossible, it is absolutely achievable. 

Many Missourians are familiar with the Lake of the Ozarks.  Although it is only a couple hours absent from home, it is a place to let loose and enjoy time away.  Pezzo Bello has spent the last couple years helping Lake Ozark property owners take rags to riches, all with a couple small sweat projects.

Below is an example of what a typical lake condominium might look like. For the most part finishes are outdated, but with an eye for the potential it is possible to achieve personality.



For this project, Pezzo Bello took all wall coverings down, repainted the walls and updated furniture, accessories and hardware.  All very simple projects that helped bring the property value up and uncover individuality.



For this project there are still a couple small updates to be completed in the coming months, but all the improvements you see were completed in two seasons.  Proving that taking something old and bringing back its youth is not as impossible as many expect it to be.  As long as the core of the build is sturdy and hardy you can expect sweat equity to happen easily.  Meaning, you can enjoy all there is to love about your vacation home in a matter of months.

As future updates are fulfilled we will share with you. Stay tuned!!

Remember to call Pezzo Bello Interiors for your next project.

816.891.9400