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b'Kimberly Barr is an Interior Designer in the Philadelphia area and is known for her youthful, put-together style. We talk about her love for antiques, not having strict rules, and how we can mix patterns and pieces in a way that brings a modern, fresh look to the traditional. We also get into some pillow talk, where in design you can have fun, and how it\\u2019s possible to design family friendly yet elegant spaces.\\nWhat You\\u2019ll Hear on This Episode:\\nKimberly\\u2019s inspiration behind mixing the traditional with a twist of elegant and modern.\\xa0More about Kimberly\\u2019s company, Kimberly Barr Interior Design, and how she tends to work with clients from the beginning until completion.\\xa0Kimberly\\u2019s love of working in Philadelphia because it allows her to bring a current feel to old stone homes and mill work within traditional homes.\\xa0Ways we can mix fabrics without being over the top.\\xa0Some good rules of thumb for mixing things that may not go together.\\xa0How many pillows on a sofa is too many, and how to best store pillows instead of just throwing them on the ground!\\xa0Kimberly may keep her master bedroom all white, but also knows how to design for families, knowing that a space needs to be livable and kid friendly.\\xa0What a triple pleat is, and why it adds a crisp sophistication to drapery.\\xa0The price range for working in custom fabrics, and how to know if it\\u2019s the right choice for you.\\xa0When wallpaper is appropriate, and if Kimberly thinks the trend is here to stay.\\xa0Art and sconces are great opportunities to have some fun and mix it up in a traditional home.\\xa0Kimberly\\u2019s grandma owned an antique store, so her childhood was spent oohing and ahhing over the best antiques.\\xa0Every situation is different, if you have rules you may be missing an opportunity.'