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About Kimberly DesJardins
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Expertise
I am an IRIS Approved Interior Redesign Training Instructor in New York State, IRIS Certified Redesign/Staging Specialist, Interior Designer, as well as a Color expert. Therefore I can assist with questions regarding “Decorating With What You Already Own”, Color Design for interior and exterior projects, Real Estate Staging, and Design. Our studio is located in Central, NY for further information please visit www.BecauseItsYourHome.com and www.KDIAcademy.com to learn more about our career-orientated redesign/staging training seminars and design services. I look forward to hearing from you, Kimberly

Experience
My passion for this field has turned into a rewarding career of nearly 23 years. After 16 years of working for various companies in the design industry I opened my full service interior decorating business, Kimberly DesJardins Interiors in 2001. Since becoming a IRIS Approved Training Instructor I have since established KDI Academy, a career-orientated Redesign/Staging Training Company. I am passionate about design and empowering people through collaborative teaching and motivating them to achieving their goals.

Organizations
I hold professional memberships with: Interior Redesign Industry Specialists - IRIS, Interior Design Society - IDS Associate Member, and Dewey Color System.

Publications
The IRIS Resource Newsletter, The Town Crier of New Hartford, NY., The Observer Dispatch of Utica, NY and my company's website: www.BecauseItsYourHome.com. I have been a featured guest on WUTR TV of Utica, NY with hostess Mary Chapin on the television talk show Senior Living in Mohawk Valley discussing downsizing, moving and redesign for seniors.
Education/Credentials
I received my credentials as a Professional Redesigner and Real Estate Stager through IRIS, the Interior Redesign Industry Specialists. As a professional colorist I joined the DEWEY Color System as a certified color instructor for NY State.

Awards and Honors
The first IRIS Approved Interior Redesign Training Instuctor for New York State and first elected IRIS Chapter Director for the East Coast.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Kimberly DesJardins 
In Category  Decorating & Furniture

SubjectDate Asked

Painting a livingroom7/3/2008
  Q: I have a white, textured ceiling with a smooth border around the perimeter which currently is ...
  A: Greetings Bonnie, Thank you for your question. Below are a few solutions that you may select from ...
wood ceilings6/4/2008
  Q: a friend is building a ranch home and is considering putting wood ceilings in her kitchen area. the ...
  A: I love the creativity and design concept of what your friend wants to achieve. My only concern is ...
large picture window treatment6/3/2008
  Q: I have three large picture windows in the living area with a view of the Colorado mountain range. ...
  A: How fortunate you are to have such a beautiful view to look out to. Without knowing your furniture ...
a6/1/2008
  Q: i'd like to do two walls in my bedroom with this wallpaper ...
  A: I just visited your wallpaper selection and I think its phenomenal!! There are a few ways to ...
mirror door handles4/2/2008
  Q: I bought mirror door wardrobes but the handles that came with them wrap around the side of the door ...
  A: I am sorry I can not help you with your handle dilemma. I would recommend contacting your local ...
Paneling4/1/2008
  Q: I am moving in to an apartment and I like everything about it except the paneling in the kitchen. ...
  A: Depending on the pattern of your paneling, whether it's a basic stain color or has a colorful design ...
color and style3/30/2008
  Q: What decorating style and art work would go with burgundy focal wall and the other walls light gold ...
  A: Greetings Brenda, Thank you for asking your question. Your color scheme sounds very pretty. I love ...
updating trim and doors3/11/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a new home and have done some remodeling to it. I have put in wood laminate ...
  A: I know exactly what your going through. I would suggest painting (all) your trimwork and doors ...
can i use leapord print3/10/2008
  Q: I have attached a picture of my living room. It is pretty traditional. The couch is the same color ...
  A: Greetings Kathy, First, I would like to say you have a great eye for decorating. Your mantel is ...
livingroom decorating3/8/2008
  Q: have a very large room with a very low ceiling. Only 2 windows, so little natural lighting. Light ...
  A: Greetings Cristy, Thank you for your question. I feel the same way about keeping the color shades ...
colour match2/24/2008
  Q: i have toffee coulour sofas brown carpet with small cream spots ..what wall colour cushions can i ...
  A: Greetings Usma, Thank you for asking the question. The color choices that you could introduce into ...
How do i decorate my narrow living room?2/23/2008
  Q: My living room is 25x10 in size. How do i decorate a living room that is this narrow. It's my first ...
  A: Greetings Jocely. Congratulations on your first apartment...You do have a long living room. Without ...
paint colors to go with "not so attractive" carpet2/13/2008
  Q: I'm in the process of redoing a 14'x 28' room to become my husband's "man cave". My problem is that ...
  A: Greetings Anissa, From my perspective I see your color scheme deriving from the flooring you ...
interior designing2/12/2008
  Q: Where should the emphasis lie when arranging accessories? If your clients asks you to redesign ...
  A: Greetings Daljit, That is the beauty of the decorating concept interior redesign, the redesigner is ...
Wall colours?2/11/2008
  Q: Moved into my loft 3 weeks ago and am still indecisive about my wall colours. Where to begin…. ...
  A: Your new loft sound like a penthouse in the sky!! Thank you for illustrating your question so well, ...
Furniture Arranging2/9/2008
  Q: What are the best pieces of furniture and how should they be arranged in a living room that is ...
  A: Greetings Mona, Your question is very well illustrated...thank you. Without knowing exactly what ...
paint color2/8/2008
  Q: we bought a LG front loading washer and dryer in red and we are redecorating our small laundry room ...
  A: To first help determine the wall color choice for your space, I would like you to look at your ...
Daughter's room needs help!2/7/2008
  Q: I recently bought a log home. One of the bedrooms had built in loft beds so naturally it became my 9 ...
  A: Greetings Jenn, Your daughters bedroom sounds adorable. I would be very happy to assist with some ...
Living room paint colour dilema2/6/2008
  Q: We just moved into a new house, the living room is what I want to tackle first. Three of the walls ...
  A: Greetings Suzanne, Congratulations on your new home. The color scheme you have chosen is brilliant. ...

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