In The Know....with Shea-Noel

Not Made in the USA

2009-12-10T14:19:00.003-06:00

A few weeks ago I was talking to a client and we were discussing how a fabric wasn't stocked in the United States. Her comments were simple, "Nothing is made in the United States anymore." Sad thing? She is absolutely correct. I used to notice the little image of our flag with *Made in the USA* on all kinds of things. Now it is just a fading image. What once was a booming

Christmas Joy Via Cactus Cuties

2009-12-03T23:30:00.000-06:00

We just love these little girls. Wanted to share them with you all!! Merry Christmas!

Autodesk Sustainable Design Webcast Series

2009-11-24T16:42:00.000-06:00

Autodesk is offering a free Webcast Series. They have partnered with AIA and have arrangement for Continuing Education for members and Certificates of Completion for non-members. The next upcoming Webinars in the series are: Civil Engineering for Sustainable Water Resources ManagementNovember 20, 2009, Friday, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Pacific TimePresenter: Lucy Kuhns, Technical Expert for Civil

Ava Living Launches "Social Marketing Program for Designers"

2009-11-23T15:40:00.000-06:00

Does your firm conduct business online? If so, it just got easier. If not, then here is your chance. Avaliving is a fantastic site aimed to the design community and with the addition of this new program you, as a designer, will be able to enhance your offerings and spread your firm's reach. The process is simple, just go here Social Marketing Program for Designers and enter in the promo code

Portland Hospital creates "Pink Glove Dance" for a Cause

2009-11-23T14:17:00.003-06:00

Shea-Noel Interiors, Inc, is a proud supporter of the efforts and research of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, and the search for a cure for breast cancer. We want to thank one of our clients for sending us this video. Providence St.Vincent's Medical Center in Portland, Oregon put together this video to spread awareness for Breast Cancer through their hospital

Creative Skills unwind thinking time

2009-11-19T16:51:00.000-06:00

How the Shea-Noel Interiors Design Team unwinds - Watch Rachel demonstrate.

Prepare to Deck your Halls

2009-11-18T16:28:00.003-06:00

Christmas is around the corner, and even though you have been seeing trees, tinsel and other holiday goodies in the stores since AUGUST, chances are you intend to put that tree up after Thanksgiving. Before our SNI team of elves show you how to have folks screaming for mistletoe around the house, we want you to be ready. ***** Here's our suggestion list: 1. CLEAN :: Sorry, I know.

Deck the Halls Shea-Noel Interiors Style

2009-11-18T00:37:00.000-06:00

It's that time of year again. CHRISTMAS!!! With a firm named Shea-Noel? You can bet we are excited. Roughly translated? Shea-Noel means "Majestic Christmas" in French, and we live it every year. This year though, you all are in for a treet. That's right. A TREET. A tree decked to the T. We are ramping up to Deck the Halls in a few places this week, and will be showing you all, our

Thank you to Chi Omega

2009-11-17T14:17:00.000-06:00

We would like to take a moment to say thank you to the awesome women at Chi Omega Executive Headquarters for inviting our Shandra Blackwell to speak with them about the benefits of interior design and to update them on interior design happenings throughout the country! Courtesy of www.Chiomega.com For those of you who do not know, Chi Omega is headquartered in Memphis, TN and their

Why Children Love the Creative Process

2009-11-17T13:18:00.001-06:00

In most of today's modern workplaces you find one thing consistently missing. Children. We get it. They scream, you have to tend to them, nap times, etc. throughout the day caring for kids in an office arena can interfere with the operations of a high profile office. Well, this past summer our Principal Designer, Shandra Blackwell, was on a mission to take advantage of improved workflow

No Name Crock-Pot Concoction

2009-11-09T23:22:00.004-06:00

I have burned cheerios on the stove. I have destroyed a pan making tea. I have ruined the love of a home cooked pan cake breakfast. But tonight? I cooked. Yes. It's not a typo. I, Shandra, cooked a meal tonight and didn't harm anyone in the process. If you don't know? Cooking isn't a forte of mine. I am NOT going to add that to the list of things I enjoy doing, or attempt to be good at.

University of Memphis Gets a Gift

2009-11-09T12:02:00.003-06:00

GO TIGERS GO! We were all singing the praises of the Interior Design students from the University of Memphis Last week as Shea-Noel Interiors, Inc. loaded up one of their vehicles with discontinued goodies from the SNI library. Furthering student involvement in the field of interior design and helping to provide viable sources for their interior design projects is a practice Shea-Noel has

CraigWoodWorks: More Scrabble Tiles

2009-11-09T08:45:00.002-06:00

This is from our fellow Blogger friend Craig. If you haven't checked him out yet? you need to! Enjoy! CraigWoodWorks: More Scrabble Tiles

Dear Twitter :: We like seesmic over Tweetdeck

2009-11-03T16:53:00.003-06:00

Dear Twitter, We have broken up with Tweetdeck and have started dating Seesmic. It's true, and we aren't scared to tell the world. We really like the lists application, and the sweet little charming sounds it makes when we receive new information. We have been loving since installation. Thank you Twitter for not developing software as good as the Twitter Clients out there so that we must

Research Survey :: Interior Design Public Opinion

2009-11-02T09:57:00.001-06:00

November is here, and so we kick it off with a little research! We encourage all of you to participate. It is VERY quick. 10 questions. And yes, we actually use our research. This particular research is being used for an educational seminar we are putting together for interior designers. So, if you are an interior designer? DO NOT participate. Again, we will just restate that we would love to

A Dog's World

2009-10-26T12:24:00.001-05:00

*Dog is a man's best friend* We've heard that before. Try this. *Dog is an office's best friend* Meet our *black and white dog* she's a shiny little pup with a knack for relaxing. Meet *Long Dog* a 5 foot long basset...We love his antics. Happy Monday and Happy Designing!

When the day comes will it be worth it?

2009-10-14T23:13:00.003-05:00

A few months ago our Principal Designer in Memphis, Shandra Blackwell, ASID, IIDA, was asked to present an educational seminar for the National Hardwood Lumber Association's National Conference in Boston. Immediately the topic of *Green is the new Black* resonated with her. Why? Well, in the Memphis area, Shea-Noel has been a leader in green design for years. To get the best grasp on the

In the Know...

2009-10-13T21:31:00.001-05:00

In the Know... Sounds easy right? Our seasoned design veterans here at Shea-Noel Interiors, have been busy with research, speaking engagements and the like for the past year. And what have they learned? You are about to find out! Amazing products to bring to your clients. Amazing tips and hints to implement and grow your own interior design business with. Shea-Noel Interiors, Inc. has

An Interior Designers iPhone MUST!

2009-06-16T17:18:00.005-05:00

I have been thinking about getting a color match device for some time. I just haven't. Well - the wait is over. For those of you needing to have information at your fingers tips to match color - this is a lifesaver! I have been trying it for a few days and LOVE it! Sherwin Williams - COLORSNAP for the iPhone. It's an interior designers must. You can download via iTunes or through Sherwin

From the inside - Historical Preservation VS General Motors

2009-05-29T17:24:00.013-05:00

Once in a lifetime an opportunity comes across the radar that will improve the quality of life you live....or, IMPROVE the quality of life you live. Such is the case for a small Tennessee town - Spring Hill.In the 80's a new landmark popped up along U.S.Hwy 31 in between Spring Hill, TN and Columbia, TN. Now, if you don't know...I was the "first Saturn arrival" at good ole Spring Hill High

The Future of Interior Design Marketing and What it Means for your Business...

2009-05-26T21:45:00.006-05:00

If I perchance had a crystal ball, I would predict the future. Since I don't, I am going to anyways. Business moves at the speed of light. Literally. Catch it if you can, if not, your competitor will. That's just how the world works lately. And, for those of you who know people with no chance of navigating the web....well, you won't have to worry about them in the next 5-6 years. Why? Well

In the recession - Luxury Wins!

2009-05-21T15:57:00.006-05:00

Yep. That's what I said.Talk to any rep. in the interior design industry and they will tell you the same thing. Sounds a little crazy right?Well, no. Not really. See, there is this thing called a recession going on. Seems to have been sparked by the housing industry. You know, people that bought McMansions and got "lucky" enough to not have a down payment....a $15,000 a month house note, and

Advice for the new grad in interior design...

2009-05-13T10:09:00.005-05:00

Recession, Swine Flu, bad economy...congrats! You have just graduated into the real world.Yuck.Sorry to disappoint, but you may want to call your Interior Design professor and let them know you "will not be making 150K this year" as she predicted.No.I am NOT joking.Here's the deal. Most interior design programs require you to complete an internship prior to graduation. This can be a really

Twitter Lesson of the day - don't "auto-advertise"

2009-05-12T22:43:00.004-05:00

Usually I don't say much about what people tweet to me. It's all in good fun, right? Well, tonight? I guess either I am just grumpy - or, someone is just not that bright. See. I am not that old...And I have accomplished a lot in my years as an interior designer... I own my own firm, have been published, been on national television...I mean - no big deal.

Interior Design Legislation...What is it?

2009-05-08T17:44:00.003-05:00

Protecting the Health, Safety and Welfare of Consumers...Sure, that sounds fun. But, what is it? It's simple. TIDC (Tennessee Interior Design Coalition) is a representation of Interior Designers across Tennessee that are working with legislators to produce a bill to pass into law - effectively creating a regulatory situation for the practice of interior design. No, not ONLY regulation...but a