Ladies’ Night at Ace Hardware
It’s almost time for the Second Annual Ladies’ Night, hosted by the 5th Street Ace Hardware.
RSVP and attend for a chance to win 2 hours of interior design services from Vastu (among other great raffle prizes)!
When:
February 7th, 6:00-8:00PM
Where:
5th Street Ace Hardware
1055 5th Street NW
RSVP Here by January 30th
Design Direction
“I have a cape cod contemporary two story on the water with large windows facing east. We have a beautiful whitewashed cedar ceiling. The floor has stark white 10″ floor tiles that are very hard to keep clean. I’d like to replace it with porcelain floor planking that looks like wood. I’m stuck trying to decide on the color for the floor. There are so many options. By the way, the doors are all whitewashed with a bright white wood trim. My style is classic with a bit of contemporary thrown in. We are planning on a redo of the fireplace as well as well as the kitchen.
Here is a summary of my decorating challenges:
- What color floor planking (porcelain) to put on the floor.
- What color to paint the new wood around our new fireplace.
- The kitchen cabinets are white washed. I’m selecting white painted ones. What color granite – light or dark for more or less of a contrast?
- The wood doors are all white washed too. As is the railing going up the stairs. Do I paint the railing white or?
- Do I paint the walls a lighter or darker color?
Whitewashed Cedar Ceiling
Here’s what Vastu senior designer Sarita Peresada had to offer: Read more
New Vastu Design Project – the Old Town Modern Townhouse
Check out these great photos from a recently finished design project from Vastu designer, Sarita Peresada.
The Family Room
Located in Old Town Alexandria, this townhouse is full of light, colors, and textures that combine to create a warm and inviting space while keeping a modern design aesthetic.
The Master Bedroom
The Living Room
To see the rest of the photos and to find out what pieces were used to furnish this beautiful home, check out Vastu’s Residential Portfolio.
If you’re ever in need of design help, contact us and one of our designers will assist you in setting up an appointment.
Some kind words
At Vastu we work diligently to ensure a positive customer experience for all clients. When we find out a client enjoyed working with us we’re elated! It confirms for us that valuing clients and their needs will always be our top priority.
We recently had a client write some very kind words about us and ask that we post his comments on the blog. To the customer – thank you for your kind words. Your support of our store is GREATLY appreciated.
“After purchasing my first condo, I was eager to get my new place furnished right away. I mistakenly thought that I knew what I wanted, and that I could figure out the best options on my own. In fact, I was convinced that I could purchase everything that I needed on the internet. Boy was I wrong.
After stumbling into Vastu and talking to a designer for only a few minutes, I realized that I was way out of my league. They came up with ideas for maximizing space in my small condo that I never would have (or could have) thought of in a million years. They patiently worked with me in selecting items that I loved, but that also fit within the general scheme that was so carefully mapped out. Importantly, the folks at Vastu were sensitive to, and even enjoyed the challenge of, working within the bounds of my limited spending abilities.
Since my purchases at Vastu I have gotten follow up e-mails and phone calls making sure that I’m happy with my decisions. They have conveyed to me additional ideas for accessories and designs. Store owners Eric and Jason have even given me guidance on artwork that I’m considering for my walls. It is extremely rare to encounter a business whose owners and salespeople truly care about your happiness with the products they sold you, long after your credit card has been swiped. My experience with Vastu has reminded me that the simplicity of purchasing items on the internet cannot compare to the value one receives from in-store, real life, personal relationships. Years from now, when it’s time for me to move into a new or bigger place, there’s no question that I will have the people at Vastu take care of all my home furnishing and design needs.”
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