MEDA's 22 semi-finalists for $1M challenge

MEDA's 22 semi-finalists for $1M challenge

MEDA's 22 semi-finalists for $1M challenge Au Courant Interiors is honored to be choosen as a semifinalist for the Meda Million Dollar Challenge, speedpitch event in Minneapolis. 
August 22, 2019 — Empyre Support
WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES + THE DOOBIE BROTHERS COMING TO GREENVILLE

WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES + THE DOOBIE BROTHERS COMING TO GREENVILLE

South Carolina ranked #4 in the U.S. for women-owned businesses last year; with ~11.6 million women-owned businesses in the country, and 164,000 of those here in S.C. (generating ~$15.7 billion in sales).
August 14, 2019 — Empyre Support
Our Style Spotters track down the season’s most exciting new design trends

2019 Summer / Fall Style Report

GREEN WITH ENVY

Explosive throughout showrooms, green was a prevalent color in upholstery, artwork, case goods, and even rugs. Dramatic accents in case goods, such as the Houston Cabinet by Chelsea House, with its apple green raffia interior, generated a worthy buzz. Chaddock took a bold stance by introducing a rich emerald cut velvet with a dimensional, naturally-inspired graphic on their sophisticated Chase Chair. Nourison blended an exciting mixture of green, cream, and blue tones to create a watercolor effect in their new Prismatic Seafoam Rug. Christopher Kennedy’s ”Grove” abstract artwork with Wendover Art was another showstopper. It’s clear that green is here to stay as manufacturers find unique applications for this lively color.

27 BEST HOLIDAY DECORATING IDEAS FOR SMALL SPACES

27 BEST HOLIDAY DECORATING IDEAS FOR SMALL SPACES

27 BEST HOLIDAY DECORATING IDEAS FOR SMALL SPACES Think you don't have room for holiday decorating? Think again, you savvy space-saver. BY JAMIE WIEBE AND KELSEY KLOSS NOV 7, 2017 5.2K   read...
November 05, 2018 — Empyre Support
Thanksgiving Cookbook

Thanksgiving Cookbook

Molasses-Glazed Turkey

Molasses adds sweet, earthy flavor to the glazed turkey. Spiked gravy wows with a kick of sherry.

October 20, 2018 — Empyre Support
12 Creative Ways to Decorate with Shells - Coastal Living

12 Creative Ways to Decorate with Shells - Coastal Living

Bright Idea

The style of this Bald Head Island, North Carolina, home was directed by one sea-inspired piece in particular: a glass-and-seashell chandelier the homeowner had specially made by artist Louise Gaskill. "I asked the artist to use vintage blue glass to bring in the colors of the ocean," she says. "Then I planned the subtle blue and green accents throughout the rest of the home around that piece."

Photo: Tria Giovan; Styling: Elizabeth Beeler

 

June 13, 2018 — Empyre Support
This Vintage Bungalow Is Inspired by the Designer's Korean Heritage

This Vintage Bungalow Is Inspired by the Designer's Korean Heritage

Lee’s artwork — photographs shot when she was an art student and a mixed-media painting of lotuses — hangs in the master bedroom. The quilt is sewn from a batik cloth purchased on her Balinese honeymoon.


KARYN R. MILLET
May 11, 2018 — Empyre Support
This Vintage Bungalow Is Inspired by the Designer's Korean Heritage

This Vintage Bungalow Is Inspired by the Designer's Korean Heritage

This Vintage Bungalow Is Inspired by the Designer's Korean Heritage Even cooler: You can shop Sharon Lee's line of wallpapers and fabrics. By Kathleen Renda Apr 2, 2018 273 This Vintage...
May 11, 2018 — Empyre Support
100 Comfy Cottage Rooms

100 Comfy Cottage Rooms

White Backdrop

The added extras in this crisp white subway-tiled bath are what make it worth a second look. The apple green accents on the towels and bathmat bring the whole look together and prove that style doesn’t have to come at an extravagant cost.

May 03, 2018 — Empyre Support
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead

Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead

Full STEAM Ahead - A recently formed outreach program at Au Courant Interiors, aims to engage young girls of color by creating hands-on workshops and aligning with local institutions to assist in learning and education for girls ages 7-11. Au Courant Interiors strives to boost female student interest in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics by partnering with other S.T.E.A.M. organizations. We aspire to introduce young students to Architectural lighting design, a field within architecture, interior design and electrical engineering. 
May 01, 2018 — Empyre Support
10 Ways to Incorporate Blue Into Your Design

10 Ways to Incorporate Blue Into Your Design

Traditional Accents

Deeper shades of blue are accentuated best with paler colors. In this home library, a dark-blue upholstered chair is complemented by soothing off-white accents. This space is both calming and relaxing, making it the perfect fit for any study. Design by Jennifer Duneier
April 26, 2018 — Empyre Support
HOME HOME HOME DECOR IDEAS 15 Beach-Style Decorating Ideas

HOME HOME HOME DECOR IDEAS 15 Beach-Style Decorating Ideas

Incorporate Architectural Details

Apply the character of the coast to your home’s exterior with beach house-style architecture and accents of vibrant color. A Caribbean blue louvered doorway adds flair and beckons guests inside this Florida home.