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STEP UP TO A SIGNATURE STAIRCASE

carla — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:50:56 +0000

A staircase can define a home and set the style tone. It’s what one typically sees first upon gracing a residence though the front entryway. It can either make a great intoxicating impression or be ignored and regarded as just a passageway to get to the next level. Realm of Design believes a stairwell should be more than a functional access way, it should be spectacular.

Stairs may be necessary in multilevel homes but they don’t have to be stale. A conventional average home can be upgraded –in value and in viewing– by transforming a boring plain flight of stairs into an eye-catching signature staircase. Distinctive Stairs designed with custom balusters gives a home more than just a facelift, it creates a bold statement of elegance, sophistication and class.

A Custom designed staircase with a hand-crafted ornate banister is considered a beautiful architectural art form and should be unique and dramatic. Custom stairs should reflect the homeowners taste and personality. However, when designing and creating your dream staircase, keep in mind that it should fit within the style of the house as well– because it will become the home’s signature.

Realm of Design has designed and created many interior and exterior custom stairs and staircases with custom banisters and balustrade systems in Las Vegas, Los Angeles and San Diego. To view some of these spectacular showpieces—including the stairs seen on HGTV Extreme Homes — visit STAIRCASES in Galleries.

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The Fascinating Fleur de lis

carla — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:03:03 +0000

One of the most versatile and recognizable symbols is the Fleur de lis. But what is it and why is society fascinated with it? For starters, let’s get the correct pronunciation out of the way- FLUHR DUH LEE. And it’s meaning… translated from French to English is “Flower of the Lily.”

This historical and mysterious flower symbol has roots with 18^th century French Royalty/ Monarchy. Historians believe that the three petals represented the medieval social classes –those who worked, those who fought and those who prayed. French literature states that the emblem was displayed on coats, flags and crests throughout French History.

Christianity holds another accepted anecdotal tie to the symbol. Early Roman Catholics associated the Fleur de lis with the Virgin Mary believing it to be synonymous with purity and chaste, while other Christians regarded the three-pointed symbol to represent the Holy Trinity.

New Orleans adopted the symbol when French explorers founded Nouvelle Orleans in 1717. Today, the symbol can be seen throughout the city’s French Quarter. In fact, the New Orleans Saints proudly wear the symbol on their football uniform. Modern day affiliations of the symbol identify it with pride, power, bravery and strength—which is why some US Army military branches and police departments wear the emblem on their uniform sleeve.

No matter what its affiliation or meaning, homeowners relish the beautiful majestic emblem by decorating with it. For this reason, the Fleur de lis can be found in many architectural pieces and home décor accessories. The architectural relic is widely displayed in decorative fireplace designs, wall art, flooring and tile. Metal and stone make ideal canvasses for the classic design.

Give your home a sense of royalty and regal distinction, incorporate the Fleur de lis into your next decorative design.

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Furnish Your Home with Serenity—Add a Fountain

carla — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:34:05 +0000

Las Vegas and fountains go hand-in-hand. In fact, many casino resorts are known for their fountains…the Bellagio fountains, Caesars Palace fountains—just to name a few. These celebrated attractions bring a sense of balance and harmony to the property and its visitors. Now on a smaller scale, you may not be looking to turn your home into a tourist attraction, but the idea of bringing a sense of comfort to your property is still the same.

Relaxing in a peaceful room or enjoying a yard is a favorite past-time of many homeowners. That harmonious experience can be elevated by adding your own enchanting fountain to your dwelling. This decorative detail will soothe the soul with its tranquil sound of trickling water and aesthetic beauty. Popular locations of home fountains are in the garden, on the patio, courtyard or even added to the pool. They come in all shapes and sizes, however the most popular fountain design is the multi-level tiered style that is fashioned after Greek and Roman architecture. Reminiscent of the Baroque period, this fountain design is aesthetically alluring and projects an aura of rich elegance as well as sophistication to a home.

The natural beauty of a fountain can be enhanced by decorating it with flowers, stones, glass, and/or statues. To create a statement piece, lights, candles and even fire can be added to transform the serene element into an eye-catching main-attraction that is sure to be the center of attention and draw people in…just like the fountains in Las Vegas.

Visit the Fountains Gallery to view a sample of custom Fountains by Realm of Design Las Vegas.

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See Realm of Design’s Personal Home on HGTV “Extreme Homes” this Sunday!!

carla — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:31:19 +0000

The HGTV hit TV show “Extreme Homes” that features amazing and unusual homes will air a new episode featuring Realm of Design owner’s eco-friendly mansion that utilized recycled materials, mainly glass beer bottles, in many of its beautiful yet uncommon home designs. The homeowners, Scott and Cindy McCombs, are a Las Vegas couple that own the Architectural Elements company, Realm of Design, in Henderson (Las Vegas) NV. The McCombs are an artistic couple that are in the business of beautifying homes and making them special for their clients. But it was the uniqueness of their own home that caught the attention of HGTV.

Over the years Scott and Cindy have added many of their own personal design touches to their family home making it unique or “Extreme” as some might call it. Some of these extreme details include a pirate ship in their backyard along side a multi-level pool that was intended for scuba diving. Some viewers may find it hard to believe that such a divine majestic fireplace was made out of recycled glass or that the home’s custom kitchen countertop and door handles were forged with recycled metals. The house is loaded with exquisite details that were all designed and constructed by the McCombs. Their fascinating home is proof that architectural elements can be green and gorgeous at the same time. HGTV may call it Extreme, Scott and Cindy just call it home. The McCombs and their home will amaze the the show’s viewers.

The Extreme Home’s episode featuring the McCombs’ Las Vegas home will air Sunday April 14th 2013 at 8pm e/p but check your local listings to confirm. The episode is called Dragon, Spaceship, Teepee and is labeled Episode HEXHS-311H.

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DRESS UP YOUR KITCHEN WITH A DECORATIVE RANGE HOOD

carla — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:58:13 +0000

If you are looking to give your kitchen a facelift, then replace that boring, standard, conventional, kitchen range hood with a custom decorative showpiece. Adding a decorative kitchen range hood is a popular kitchen design trend in 2013 because it takes the heart of your home from drab to dazzling. In fact, the kitchen hood is no longer thought of as just a kitchen appliance but rather the kitchen’s decorative focal point. As the kitchen’s architectural centerpiece, it’s not only decorative but functional. Kitchen range hoods provide ventilation of excess cooking smoke. And everyone knows– it’s quite annoying when the smoke alarm falsely goes off because of uncontained smoke while cooking

There are many decorative styles of kitchen hoods to consider when renovating your kitchen. Contemporary, Traditional, Tuscan / Mediterranean styles can all be considered. But ideally the design should reflect your personality and personal style in addition to complimenting the overall look of the room. Realm of Design Kitchen range hoods can be customized to flatter your taste with the variety of shapes ,sizes and colors offered. However, Earth-tones still remain the popular color choice for the kitchen’s major architectural accent.

So make the decision to dress up your kitchen. You won’t just be renovating the room, you will be rejuvenating it. For inspiration and more information, visit the Kitchen Hoods Gallery page on this website. All Realm of Design kitchen hoods are custom designed, manufactured and hand-crafted by in-house artisans in Las Vegas, NV USA.

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GIFT YOUR YARD A GAZEBO

carla — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 22:02:13 +0000

If you are looking to add charm and elegance to your backyard landscape, a gazebo may be the perfect addition. A gazebo is an aesthetically pleasing covered open structure that is the foremost place to relax and enjoy the scenery and peacefulness of your yard. The extended outdoor living space is also an excellent place to entertain guest, have a BBQ, take family photos or host a wedding. The shade and shelter from the outdoor elements a dome-top gazebo provides makes it a choice area to put cushioned furniture and/ or a hot tub. Parlay lights, fans and a walkway of pavers to enhance the functionality of your recreational area. Furthermore, decorating with columns, planters and flowers will add character to your gazebo and are splendid finishing touches to make it your own personal oasis.

Because a gazebo highlights a yard and has multifunctional uses, it is an excellent selling point if you are looking to put your home on the market. So, an attractive gazebo not only improves the appearance of the property but improves the home’s value.

Realm of Design in Las Vegas can customize an enjoyable gazebo that will bring a sense of calm and serenity to you –and your backyard. A tranquil gazebo will create your own personal parkland that is sure to become your new favorite spot.

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DECORATING WITH COLUMNS / PILLARS

carla — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:09:11 +0000

Throughout history, extensive use of columns on the interior and exterior of a building was the most characteristic feature of classic architecture. In fact, Columns and Pillars have been a component of architecture as early as 2600BC when they were used by the ancient Egyptians primarily as decorative support structures. Fast track to 2013 where these fundamental pieces of architecture are being used mostly for embellishment rather than engineering.

Designers and architects looking to make a space more interesting and not just cover a structural support, incorporate decorative columns (or pillars as some may call them). Whether it be ceiling-to-floor columns or smaller free-standing pillars, these architectural accents provide a variety of looks and are a smart choice for someone wanting to add sophistication and elegance to a dwelling. Decorative Interior Columns are used frequently as room dividers to add balance, create accents and add rustic flair —especially when combined with architectural arches and an Old World style fireplace mantel. If an area of a room needs shielding due to exposed wiring or plumbing, a free-standing column can be a great concealer while serving as a functional pedestal for flowers, statues and vases.

Outdoor Exterior columns are visually compelling and enhances a home’s architecture and landscape. They can boost curb appeal and refine a home’s entryway and/or patio. These aesthetically pleasing Columns can be customized by Realm of Design with an assortment shapes, colors and/or textures to compliment the structure’s architecture and transcend the home’s beauty. They also provide a perfectly classy transition from the patio to the landscape. Columns / Pillars are one of the few architectural elements that can also be decorated. They are commonly graced with garland, lights, foliage and/ or ivy. This can give the columns additional character and a unique presence.

All of the Custom Architectural Columns / Pillars by Realm of Design are manufactured at our Las Vegas facility.

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CROSS-OVER TO A CONCRETE KITCHEN COUNTERTOP

carla — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 23:12:16 +0000

The most popular trend in kitchen countertops is the ever so versatile concrete countertop. Concrete countertops have become all the rage for many different reasons. For starters, they are customizable to any shape or size. So if you have or need an unusually shaped countertop—concrete is definitely the way to go. The concrete can also be personalized with the color and finish of your choice. Because each concrete countertop from Realm of Design is custom made and precast in our Las Vegas facility, inlays of metal or other decorative pieces, can be embedded to tailor-make your luxurious countertop even more unique.

Being versatile, concrete countertops compliment any home décor style. The sleek concrete facade reflects an industrial look appearing chic within a contemporary/modern setting. To exemplify a fashionable kitchen, combine a concrete countertop with stainless steel appliances and modern fixtures. These diverse countertops can transition beautifully into a classic or traditional décor setting because of the concrete’s natural stone — especially when paired with rustic wood cabinets and bronze accents. For the Green of heart, Concrete Countertops have an added benefit of having a sustainable eco-friendly option when GreenStone, our patented material that uses recycled glass and flyash, is utilized in the aggregate.

So if you are looking for an attractive, durable, high-quality countertop, crossover to a Realm of Design Custom Concrete Countertop. Your kitchen will thank you.

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ADD INSTANT HOME VALUE–REMODEL YOUR FRONT ENTRYWAY

carla — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:35:56 +0000

Home remodeling projects are typically done to improve a home’s aesthetic appearance and/ or to improve a home’s value. And although most projects are done hoping to get a good cost-to-value ratio or at least break even, there really is only one renovation that seems to have the strongest factor for adding the highest value to the home…and that is the remodeling of the exterior front entryway.

The dramatic improvement of a home’s front entryway not only offers the the benefit of having the highest cost-to-value ratio, but the visible benefit of giving the home a facelift. A beautifully remodeled front entryway provides character to the home by adding style and sophistication.. This creates instant property value by adding curb appeal. The more impressive the front entry way—the higher the value. Realm of Design architectural accents certainly help add curb appeal. Our custom trim, moldings, columns and other exterior elements can really make a front entryway look striking.

So if you’ve caught the home remodeling bug, consider renovating your front entryway if you want to improve the property’s value and make the home stand out. Remember… Renovate to Appreciate.

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HOW TO ADD OLD WORLD STYLE TO YOUR NEW HOME

carla — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 21:33:52 +0000

If you would like to add a rich and elegant look to your new home, then you may want to consider adding some Old World Style to your new diggs. By definition, Old World Style reflects the Italian and French renaissance period of the 16^th and 17^th centuries. The design and décor are influenced by a mix of French Country, Tuscan and Mediterranean styles. Old World Style can also incorporate some medieval and Gothic designs as well.

A homeowner can add Old World Style to their home’s architecture by including arched doorways and rich ornate molding. Columns and pillars also add an element of sophistication. Exposed beams combined with distressed aged stone pieces will create the rustic warm ambiance of a centuries-old European Country Villa. For added luster, a Realm of Design customized majestic fireplace mantel along with a their concrete floor tiles made to look like wood will perfectly compliment the tasteful style genre.

To complete the refined look—accessorize. Old World Style decoration accessory pieces are typically aged, worn and distressed. They are also oversized. Many of the Antique Wrought Iron accessories and Fireplace Fenders Realm of Design offers in the Online Store are indignant to this style and time period.

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