Ep. 285 Achieving an Eclectic Look with Veronica Solomon

Published: Nov. 29, 2022, 8 a.m.

This week features Veronica Solomon, Houston interior designer and CEO and Creative Director of Casa Vilora Interiors. Veronica is also a mentor and a professional coach to other interior designers looking to build their businesses in the design community. She talks about the development of her bold style, her love of the eclectic and layered looks, her inspiration for taking more risks, and how not to be afraid of a dark wall.\xa0\n\nWhat You\u2019ll Hear on This Episode:\n\nWhat does it mean to be eclectic?\xa0\n\nAre there certain rooms where Veronica feels like it makes sense to be a little more bold?\xa0\n\nWhen is the right time to use draperies?\n\nVeronica\u2019s advice on taking more risks in a way that is calculated and intentional.\n\nLow commitment but big splash items that can lend themselves to be a little more bold such as art and light fixtures.\xa0\n\nHow to know when it\u2019s time to just call a designer?\xa0\n\nThinking about putting your favorite color everywhere on the wall? Veronica shares why you may want to think again, and how to weave it in using a more methodical way.\xa0\n\nHow to spice up a neutral space.\xa0\n\nPlants are a great way to add texture to a space.\xa0\n\nVeronica\u2019s love of a BIG light fixture.\xa0\n\n\n\nMentioned in This Episode:\nVeronica Solomon\n@Casa Vilora\xa0\n\n\nDecorating Dilemma:\xa0\nFirst off, we love that you are bold and Veronica is certainly the right guest to answer this! She thinks you should keep it in red, match whatever trim color in the space, and do it in satin instead of high gloss for a nice sheen without too much shine. A grayer red versus an orange-red is what you want. Let us know how it turns out, we can\u2019t wait to see!