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"When good design happens, you just don't notice it," said Kathy Kuo, New York-based interior designer. Good design _ sometimes deemed the je ne sais quois of interior design and architecture _ is the intent behind two series premiering on television Wednesday night and now available online at fyi.tv.

"Rowhouse Showdown" and "Tiny House Nation" are renovation and design shows that are part of the summer launch of the rebranded FYI Network, formerly known as Bio. FYI, a division of A+E Networks, stands for "for your imagination, inspiration and innovation" and focuses on four categories: food, style, relationships and homes.

The two new entrants are diving into a crowded pool filled with firmly established shows from HGTV, DIY, TLC and Bravo, but Gena McCarthy, senior vice president of programming at FYI and an executive producer for both shows, contends that her network intends to capture the attention of a younger audience than that of the other networks _ viewers with a median age of 40, primarily Gen X and Gen Y, who are big users of social media.

"They look for creative inspiration in Pinterest, Etsy and Houzz.com," McCarthy said.

"Some of the things that we think are relevant to this audience include how to get their first foot on the property ladder," she said. The network looked closely at the lifestyles that its target viewers were interested in such as the small-house movement, thrift style and things that are organic, recycled or authentic, she said.

Later this summer, FYI will debut "Red Hot Design," which features Shasta Smith, chief designer, welder, creator and entrepreneur of a furniture and artwork shop based in Sacramento. Smith and her crew will turn materials such as airplane wings and motorcycle hubcaps into furniture and art for clients.

FYI's foray into home renovation and design shows comes at a time when the housing market is slowly recovering.

"I don't think the recovery has hit everywhere," said Donna MacLetchie, an executive producer for Jane Entertainment, which produced "Rowhouse Showdown."

"That's kind of what we wanted to shine the light on. A lot of homes we're featuring are on the verge ... of a comeback."

Here, we take a closer look at FYI's maiden voyage into home renovation shows:

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Kelly Hoppen - Interior Designer and Entrepreneur (Dragons #39; Den)
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Looking for work, or know someone who is?

Times/Review classifieds offers local companies a place to advertise their job openings each week, and this week close to 45 positions are available from restaurant help, to an interior designer, to a promoter.

And for anyone interested in submitting a classified ad, email: classifieds@timesreview.com.

Check out the listings below:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: To high school athletic director, F/T. Self starter with superior communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of Word and Excel. Tasks include scheduling, accounts payable, event coordination and customer service. Immediate start. Email resume: mmhsresume@gmail.com

AUTO TECHNICIANS: High-volume North Fork auto repair shop looking for grade A or grade B mechanic. Must have NYS inspectors license/valid drivers license. Must be experienced with computer diagnostic skills. Must have great work ethic/customer relation skills. Contact Allan or Marie, 631-298-8999.

BASIC SECURITY: For weekends and holidays at farm. Please email beth at beth.harbesfarm@gmail.com with resume.

BILLING/PAYROLL CLERK: P/ T, Southold. QuickBooks, experience necessary. Call At Home Services, 631-477-3095.

BUSINESS PROMOTER: F/T, P/ T. Only those with at least 5 years of party planning/promoter experience need apply. Please send correspondence/resume, sorioli@aol.com

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Darren Day, interior designer for Bentley, on the Continental GT on Driving the Nation
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Peckvonhartels refit for the Australian Communications and Media Authority. Photo: Simon Johanson

The Australian Communications and Media Authority, a government authority responsible for monitoring media coverage, had been operating from three levels within a tower at 360 Elizabeth Street, above Melbourne Central.

While these levels provided impressive views of Melbourne, the diamond-shaped floor plates were relatively inefficient.

The office arrangement reflected practices from decades ago, says Joshua McAlister, senior design architect at Peckvonhartel, who worked closely with interior designer Angela Welch on this project. "There was no connectivity between the levels, except for the fire escape."

ACMA subsequently moved a few levels below its former workplace and now occupies two levels, connected by an internal staircase.

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One of the main concerns with the refit of these levels was to break down the previous style of working, with a series of pod-like workstations centred on a meeting table.

We were finding that staff working adjacent to these pods formed their own niche," says McAlister. "And at lunchtime, everyone took a lift to the cafes at ground level."

The two floor plates ACMA now occupies represent one-third less space. But what it has gained in the move is substantial. As well as breaking down the pod-like arrangement, the workstations have been located at the periphery of each floor, allowing for greater natural light, as well as sharper views of the city and surrounds.

This arrangement is combined with glass-fronted interior offices at the core of each level, occupied by more senior staff.

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EXCLUSIVE

The woman who co-founded Jimmy Choo just scored a legal victory against her famous interior designer, claiming he charged her around $2 MILLION for work that "would not be acceptable in a college frat house."

Tamara Mellon's designer lawsuit against Martyn Lawrence Bullard-- who appeared on Bravo's "Million Dollar Decorators" -- will NOT be dismissed ... so ruled an L.A. judge on Wednesday.

Mellon claims Bullard is a media whore who flaunts his A-list clientele -- including Christina Aguilera, Cher, Aaron Sorkin and Eva Mendes-- and then grossly overcharges and delivers a shoddy product.

Mellon hired Bullard to decorate her swanky NYC apartment and her Hamptons home. She says when he was done, bookshelves were falling apart, a wall speaker was painted over, wallpaper was peeling off walls, the chandelier was dangling like a death trap, and on and on.

To make matters worse, she claims he was grossly over budget for the Hamptons house and when she complained he said, "I cannot possibly work on a limited budget."

Mellon says in her lawsuit -- filed by Eric George -- Bullard had the audacity to charge $35,000 for 8 chairs that he bought from a mall chain store.

And get this ... she says he misjudged the size of a piece of marble he ordered for her NYC apartment, so it had to be lifted by crane. She says he not only charged her to foot the bill for the crane fee, he added a 67% fee for himself.

They appeared together -- huggy huggy and kissy kissy -- back in 2011 on Bullard's Bravo show, "Million Dollar Decorators."

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Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) July 23, 2014

Haute Design welcomes Leslie Lovell of Town Center Interior Design as the newest network member for 2014. Leslie is known for her superior attention to detail and her ability to create aesthetically pleasing spaces that reflect each clients true style.

About Haute Design Network

Haute Design Network of hauteresidence.com selects interior designers that have demonstrated a high level of expertise, professionalism, and accomplishment in their field. This elite circle of leading interior designers is encouraged to expose readers to several elements from past and current design trends as they provide a glimpse into future innovations, while offering both inspiration and exceptional resources for those seeking experienced luxury interior designers and sophisticated interior design firms.

Leslie Lovell is featured on Haute Design Networks comprehensive website as a distinguished member alongside other leading interior designers from across the country. Network members have the exclusive opportunity to interact with viewers by utilizing the Haute Design Network platform via customized blog posts and unique design features. Visit the Haute Design Network at http://www.hauteresidence.com/design.

About Leslie Lovell of Town Center Interior Design

Educated in interior design in New York City, Leslie trained with the citys finest interior design professionals. Now an accomplished professional herself and a resident of Las Vegas for more than thirty years, she is a licensed interior designer with a very impressive list of accomplishments. Leslie is inspired to create daring styles from West Coast Luxury to Beach Chic, from Mid Century Modern to New Eclecticism. She brings her unique interpretation of The Vegas Look to every interior design project. She understands the Las Vegas clientele because she has practiced her craft mostly in Las Vegas. Many of her clients have homes in Las Vegas and other homes around the globe.

Her firm, Town Center Interior Design, offers full-service interior design for both the inside and outside of a home, sourcing from the beautiful World Market Center in Las Vegas and utilizing an extensive library of fabrics, wall coverings and flooring products.

For more information about Leslie Lovell, visit her Haute Residence profile.

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Interior Design and Decor - Day 3 Desert Rose Inn
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Interior decorating can be one of the many unique ways that you are able to fuse your style and personality into your home, however for some, this task ends up being overwhelmingly exhausting and at times expensive. Eight-year design veteran and expert interior designer Martita Jara empathizes with those who welcome the decorating challenge and offers her tips and suggestions on how to essentially design on a dime. From mapping out an elaborative plan to mastering consignment shopping, interior decorating has never been more simple or budget-friendly. Read on for more easy-to-apply tips from Jara and how you can incorporate these into your next home design project.

Martita Jara Design Consultant and Latin Food Specialist Dallas, TX http://www.martitajara.com

Celebrity chef and design consultant Martita Jara is more than just a jack of all trades. The Southern California native who now resides in Dallas may be well known for her appearances on Food Network and now OWNs Home Made Simple!, but she is also an avid expert in interior decoration. When shes not whipping up fabulous Latin creations in the kitchen, Jara spends a chunk of her time consulting and creating aesthetically alluring home dcor for her private and often high-profile clientele. From local consignment shop finds to simple color palettesMartita Jara has all of the tips you will need to design on a dime.

Have A Plan For Your Design Scheme

Before purchasing any items for your home, have a plan and know what your overall design scheme will be for your home or your space. Having a solid plan will allow you to buy pieces separately and have a much better end result. So if you end up buying a rug today, a table next month and a sofa next week, your plan will map out specifically the pieces you need to give you the look that you want.

Pick A Color Palette of Three to Four Colors

Take your time and pick out a color palette between three to four colors and carry these colors throughout your home. Choosing a simple color palette will create a nice flow and movement throughout the home from space to space. For example, if your color palette is navy, cream and gold; navy could be the dominate color in the family room, gold would dominate in the dining room and cream could dominate in the kitchen. Throughout each space, however, all colors will be present.

Use Neutrals As Your Backdrop and Add An Accent Color

Its completely understandable that for do-it-yourself interior decorators, it can be overwhelming to commit to certain colors, especially the three- to four-palette rule as discussed above.If you have a hard time committing to color, use neutrals as your backdrop and then accent in a color. So maybe your walls, floors, sofa, chairs and stone are colored in a great neutral tone and then you bring in pops of color with accent pillows, a rug, vase, bowl and maybe some great art. This way, when you get tired of the color red for example, you can just change out a few accessories and create a whole new look.

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