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January 12, 2024

Wellness at Home
The Healing Power of a Beautiful Living Space

As we enter January, we carry resolutions often focused on aspects of ourselves–our habits, our bodies, our mentality, etc. We tend to overlook how our living environment can drastically improve both our mental and physical health. In the hustle and bustle of modern life, our homes serve as sanctuaries where we seek solace and rejuvenation. 

Amongst life’s usual chaos, our living spaces remain areas where we can exercise control over both the form and function of our surroundings. Beyond aesthetic appeal, a beautifully designed and clean home can significantly impact our overall well-being. 

Rowan Hall Interiors and our leading interior designers in Knoxville, TN prioritize the profound health benefits of having an aesthetically pleasing and well-maintained living space. We’ve seen firsthand how hiring an interior designer enhances our clients’ quality of life. As we enter a new year filled with new resolutions, Rowan Hall can be your biggest secret weapon for seeing your new goals through, once and for all.

The Mind-Body Connection

Creating an environment that reflects your personal style and promotes relaxation can be a powerful stress antidote. Our personal styles are reflections of our personality and can be a powerful tool in becoming our best selves.

Rowan Hall provides all the materials and knowledge to make our clients’ homes a reflection of themselves! As our client, we collaborate with you to help you fully express your style in a visually cohesive way, whether you want something fresh or to pull together pieces you already love.

Colors, textures, and lighting choices can influence mood, creating a positive and uplifting atmosphere.You’ll often see shades of blue throughout Rowan Hall’s designs. Blue hues are scientifically calming and make for a peaceful space where our clients can relax.

Organized Spaces, Organized Minds: 

We also love to prioritize practical and functional solutions in our clients’ homes. Maximizing space with compact storage solutions declutters the home and the mind. A well-organized home minimizes mental clutter, fostering mental clarity and reducing feelings of being overwhelmed.

Rowan Hall focuses on function as well as visual appeal, so a New Year’s redesign can help you optimize the space you already have and set clever new organization systems into place. If organization is your goal for the new year, call on the expertise of our interior design team to create functional and beautiful solutions for your home. 

Tailored Solutions

Our interior designers can craft spaces that align with your lifestyle, addressing specific health concerns or preferences. At Rowan Hall Interiors, we get to know our clients and always consider their lifestyles, tastes, concerns, and preferences when designing their spaces. 

We optimize layouts for comfort and ease, ensuring your home is not only beautiful but also functional. Your home becomes a personalized retreat, supporting relaxation, meditation, and overall mental wellness. It’s amazing how your quality of life will improve by investing into your sanctuary!framed artwork and lamps behind custom upholstered sectional, custom upholstered ottoman, matching patterned chairs, wood beams in custom designed living room, by Knoxville TN interior design firm Rowan Hall Interiors, custom home in Farragut TN

Promoting Healthy Habits

Thoughtful design can encourage healthy habits, from creating inviting workout spaces to optimizing kitchen layouts for nutritious cooking. It’s easier to follow through with healthy behaviors in an environment that supports them. 

For example, you’re sure to be more organized in a space where everything has a designated place. We can help customize your organization according to what you feel is most logical or convenient.

If your desire is to eat healthier foods, you will certainly find more success in a beautiful kitchen! A more functional and enjoyable kitchen allows you to have greater control over exactly what you’re eating.

Or, maybe more sleeping and relaxation in a lovely, restful bedroom would help you achieve your resolutions. A beautiful new bed will surely help you to keep better sleep hours and maintain a healthier work-life balance. 

New Year, New You

Whatever your 2024 resolutions are, let the Rowan Hall team of interior designers in Knoxville, TN, help create an environment that fosters them! Investing in the design of your living space is not just about aesthetics; it’s a commitment to your health and well-being. Collaborating with Rowan Hall Interiors can transform your home into a haven that nurtures both your physical and mental health. Embrace the idea that your living space has the potential to be a powerful contributor to a happier, healthier life.

December 14, 2023

Top Exterior Gray Paint Colors
professional paint color consultant breaks down her most used grays

If we’re being honest, “Fifty Shades of Gray” is a gross understatement. There are at least one million shades to choose from, and they each have different undertones, light reflective values, and color families. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with endless options and factors to consider. When choosing an exterior paint color, “gray” is a classic (and slightly vague) choice that is certainly a great place to start. That’s why our team of interior designers put together a list of tour top gray paint colors for your exterior paint project.

Where To Begin

Unless you’re a professional paint colorist, you probably didn’t realize everything that affects how your exterior paint color will appear on your home. The direction your home faces, its surrounding topography, and even your neighbors’ home choices can cause your paint color to appear differently than you may have envisioned.

As an interior design firm in Knoxville, Tennessee, we staff professional paint color consultants to ensure our clients are selecting the perfect shade for their home. With full-service design projects, our Rowan Hall colorists choose colors for our projects that tie everything together, but when our clients simply desire a professional opinion for their own color change project, we are happy to help with that as well. 

We put together a list of our most-used gray paint colors, but if you’re left with more questions than answers, we’re here to help! Contact us today to schedule a paint consultation for your project. We’ll help you narrow down the best options for your project, and leave you feeling completely at ease about your decision.

Our Most-Used Grays

Sherwin Williams Repose Gray (SW 7015)

Sherwin Williams Repose Gray (SW 7015) is a soft gray-greige with just the right amount of warmth. Versatile enough to cover the entire home inside and out, it appears much brighter as exterior color and more calming and subdued as an interior color. A perfect exterior choice for those searching for something just a touch darker than a classic off-white, Repose Gray can be brightened by pairing with white or accentuated with darker grays to appear as a true gray outside. To achieve the same tone in a lighter shade of off-white, use Eider White (SW 7014).All: The Harper House

Sherwin Williams Dovetail (SW 7018)

Sherwin Williams Dovetail (SW 7018) is a truly classic gray. Balanced in tone and brightness, it achieves a neutral hue with just enough warmth to avoid appearing blue in any lighting. It has enough depth to translate as a gray in bright sunlight while also being light enough to avoid veering into charcoal territory. Dovetail harmonizes with any color palette, cool or warm.Top Left: This House of Dreams;  Bottom Left: How to Nest for Less;  Right: Elegant Painting

Sherwin Williams Peppercorn (SW 7674)

Sherwin Williams Peppercorn (SW 7674) is a dark gray with a true neutral tone. Balanced between warm and cool, Peppercorn has the depth and neutrality to create a timeless exterior or be used as a versatile accent color. Another of Sherwin Williams’ Top 50 Colors, Peppercorn’s deep hue can be utilized to create a striking contrast against any bright color, a bold focal point, or rich, neat trim.

Top Left: The Destiny Formula;  Bottom Left: Heritage Custom Painting;  Top Right: Houzz;  Bottom Right: West Magnolia Charm

Sherwin William Gauntlet Gray (SW 7019)

Sherwin Williams Gauntlet Gray (SW 7019) is a dark gray with greige undertones. Largely neutral with just a hint of warmth, Gauntlet Gray translates visually as a classic charcoal. In bright sunlight it appears lighter and warmer, while in shade it looks deeper and more blue. It pairs beautifully with other warm neutrals while maintaining the versatility of a truly neutral-toned gray when interacting with color.Left: MAGZHOUSE;  Top Right: Robert Thomas Homes;  Bottom Right: Kylie M. Interiors

Sherwin Williams Grizzle Gray (SW 7068)

Sherwin Williams Grizzle Gray (SW 7068) is a dark gray with cool blue-green undertones. Like our other gray exterior suggestions, Gauntlet Gray and Peppercorn, Grizzle Gray falls into the charcoal family, but it embraces the cold side of these deep, sophisticated grays. Complex and moody, Grizzle Gray appears more blue or cool green-gray in shadow and neutral gray in direct sunlight. It’s a perfect choice for those who want something deep and cool that skirts the line between flatter, neutral grays and grays that translate as blues or greens in natural light.Left: Elegant Painting;  Top Right: Mary Dowdy via Pinterest;  Bottom Right: Elegant Painting

 

Need an expert’s opinion?

Our color consultant can help you find the perfect shade. Contact us here or book your paint consultation today.

Choosing the perfect paint color is a weighty decision that will transform your home one way or another. The right choice will elevate your home in a flash, but the wrong color will be painful (and expensive) to reverse or live with. Before you call in the paint crew, make sure your choice is the right one! Consult with our team, and we will make sure you make this change with confidence. 

If you’re local to Knoxville or our surrounding areas, we will come to you! We can also consult on your project virtually. Contact us here or give our office a call at 865-585-2945. We can’t wait to bring your vision to life!

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October 27, 2023

Top White Paint Colors for Exterior
a professional paint color consultant breaks down her most used whites

With endless amounts of paint colors, brands and finishes, selecting the perfect hue for your project can feel like a daunting decision. Especially when choosing an exterior color, the decision is one that can easily make you second guess yourself. There are endless details that will affect the look of your home’s paint color, from topography to the neighbor’s house to your trim color. Someone else’s perfect shade may look completely different on your home, so it’s always best to consult the experts!

Factors to Consider

An even more daunting task is picking the perfect hue of white. A bright, classic white home will never go out of style, but the countless undertones and shades sure do make the decision a difficult one if you’re not a professional paint colorist. Rowan Hall lead designer, Alfie Rowan, shared that when she arrives for a paint consultation, she immediately studies the surroundings of the home. She takes note of the roof color, landscaping, backdrop, stone, brick, and even the position of the sun. 

Feeling overwhelmed? Our Knoxville interior design firm staffs professional color consultants who know how to choose the perfect color for your home. They know their paint decks and finishes, have their favorites, and can walk you through the best options for your specific project. To schedule a consultation with a Rowan Hall Interiors paint color specialist, call our office at 865-585-2945 or contact us here today

Our Most-Used Whites

Rowan Hall color consultant, Sylvia, and lead designer, Alfie, put their heads together to narrow down four of their favorite whites for an exterior paint job. They’re letting us into their expert brains, breaking down their picks and pointing you in the right direction for your new white home.

Sherwin Williams Alabaster (SW 7008)

Sherwin Williams Alabaster (SW 7008) is a warm, bright white with beige undertones. It has just enough warmth to soften it without leaning too far into cream territory. Free of yellow tones, it looks clean without being overly reflective or sterile. Alabaster is immensely popular and versatile. Sherwin Williams’ 2016 Color of the Year, it can be used to brighten both interiors and exteriors with a classic neutral shade.Left: Home Bunch;  Right Top and Bottom: Brick and Batten

Sherwin Williams Snowbound (SW 7004)

Sherwin Williams Snowbound (SW 7004) straddles the line between a crisp off-white and a soft true white. With its taupe undertones, it’s slightly cooler and brighter than Sherwin Williams Alabaster (SW 7008) while still sharinging its level of versatility. Delightful against dark colors, it pairs perfectly with blacks, maintaining high contrast without appearing too stark. It coordinates well with cool grays and colors with green, blue, and greige hues, just cool enough to compliment them while also looking at home amongst truly neutral palettes. Receiving natural light as an exterior color, Snowbound will appear brighter and whiter outside than in interior spaces, where slight undertones of pink or greige may be visible depending on adjacent colors. With just a touch of pigment to soften it, it never leans too warm or too cool, avoiding ever appearing yellow or blue.

Top: Brick and Batten;  Bottom Left: Color Wheel by Rugh Design;  Bottom Right: Living Letter Home

Sherwin Williams Shoji White (SW 7042)

Sherwin Williams Shoji White (SW 7042) is a cozy, creamy off-white. Warm and inviting, Shoji White sports beige undertones with just a touch of gray to neutralize it. Against dark charcoals and blacks, it appears more white than cream, while lighter pairings bring out its softer side. Its buff tone is derived from an orange pigment, so it avoids being a yellow-tinged white despite its warmth. This also results in a stunning contrast against cool colors such as light, airy blues. Shoji White has certainly earned its spot on Sherwin Williams’ Top 50 Colors list alongside our other white recommendations, Alabaster (SW 7008), Snowbound(SW 7004), and Eider White (SW 7014).Top Left: Southern Living;  Bottom Left: Whitney Parkinson Design; Right: Mod and Mood

 Sherwin Williams Eider White (SW 7014)

Sherwin Williams Eider White (SW 7014) is a cooler off-white option with soft gray undertones. Perfect for those who want to avoid both creams and whites that look overly stark in direct sunlight, Eider White is reliable in its brightness and versatility. Though it is slightly cool, Eider White is fundamentally neutral, and therefore pairs agreeably with just about any other color.Top Left: homedit;  Bottom Left: Sherwin Williams #swcolorlove Gallery;  Top Right: Making Home Base, Chelsea Coulston;  Bottom Right: Rugh Design

Let’s Get Started!

Even with these picks from a well-trained eye, there are endless factors still to consider. Will you change your trim color or repaint your windows? Do your neighbors have white homes that will affect the brightness of the color you choose? Do you have brick or stone with difficult undertones to match? 

Selecting a white paint color is never a quick pick! Our color consultants are here to help, near and far. If you live in Knoxville, Farragut or any of the surrounding counties we serve, one of our professional colorists can come to you. We will point out things you may not have considered, narrow down your options, and give our best recommendations for your project. Call our office at 865-585-2945 or contact us here today. 

Not local to Knoxville, Tennessee? That’s okay! We are happy to consult with you virtually to help make the best possible choice for your home. Give us a call to organize a meeting today. 

Need more help gaining a vision for your project? Sometimes you know what you want but you’re not sure how to get there, and our Knoxville interior design team is here to help! Schedule a discovery call or consultation with us to start bringing your dreams to life.

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September 29, 2023

Welcome to Farragut!
An interior designer's guide to the place she calls "home"

Almost 30 years ago, Knoxville natives Alfie and Mitch Rowan chose to raise their family in Farragut, Tennessee. Decades later, their children have fled the nest, they’ve spent over 20 years growing Rowan Hall Interiors, and they still call Farragut “home.” Who better to weigh in on the Knoxville suburb than them?!

Farragut is one of East Tennessee’s favorite places to raise a family. The top schools, safe neighborhoods and convenient location make it a premier choice for parents looking for a small-town atmosphere for their children to grow up. Rowan Hall’s office sits within the Farragut city limits where our interior design team is lucky enough to serve this great community.

Ghosts of Decades Past

The Knoxville suburb’s history dates back to the Civil War, but it wasn’t officially incorporated until 1980. The homes and neighborhoods do tend to reflect that late 1900s style. Dark, dated kitchens from the 90s and 80s floral wallpaper aren’t uncommon in Farragut homes. The good news is that most of these homes have excellent bones and quality craftsmanship due to the neighborhoods’ high building standards. You may not fall in love with a 30-year-old home at first glance, but, lucky for you, we know a Farragut interior design firm with plenty of experience turning an outdated home into a place you love! 

Farragut Kitchen renovation – BEFORE

Farragut Kitchen renovation – AFTER

Throughout the years, our Farragut clients have welcomed Rowan Hall’s team of interior designers into their homes to breathe more modern life. We’ve created classic and timeless kitchens, cool and contemporary bonus rooms, and light, airy great rooms. We get to know our clients’ lifestyles and design preferences and give them spaces that welcome and inspire.

An office too depressing to work in is wasted space, and a bedroom that doesn’t feel like an oasis isn’t serving anyone well. We love when our clients trust Rowan Hall to give their homes new life and create spaces that function for their families. If your Farragut or Knoxville-area home doesn’t feel like you, our team of experienced interior designers is ready to give your place a facelift. We’ll work with what you have, design custom pieces that fit your lifestyle, and hand-select fabric and artwork that will inspire you for years to come. Schedule an initial consultation today and get to know our principal designer, Alfie Rowan. She’ll provide insight and expertise in this 2-hour working meeting, and by the end, you’ll be ready for a Rowan Hall refresh to make your home shine!

Fresh and Functional

Farragut basement bonus room – BEFORE

Farragut basement bonus room – AFTER

One Farragut home has been the subject of several Rowan Hall renovations throughout the years. We began in their very brown kitchen, gave their basement bonus room a fresh new feel, said “goodbye” to a wood-paneled office from decade’s past, and touched just about every room in between. Now these clients enjoy a home that reflects their own personal style and will evolve with them for years to come.

If you’re looking to buy a home in Farragut, Alfie’s advice is to not get hung up on the outdated details. Fall in love with a neighborhood, find a home with solid bones and room for your family to grow, and understand that the vision may come later. If you can’t envision the potential, give us a call! We can provide design plans, visual renderings, and inspiration to make you excited about your new home. Better yet, we’ll put those plans into action while you sit back and enjoy your new town.

Our Farragut Favorites

Alfie and Mitch are no strangers to the good eats and sweet treats around Farragut, and our team of designers knows the best spot on every street! Check out our Rowan Hall-approved restaurants and shops throughout Farragut below. When you’re feeling adventurous, explore our Knoxville favorites or peruse Loudon County’s hidden treasures. Your central location means you get to experience it all!

Good Eats

Cava – Kasia’s favorite! If you see a team wearing blue shirts, it might be the Rowan Hall squad after an install day!

Elkmont Station – The ladies of Rowan Hall love a small plate dinner! Specifically, the pimento cheese fritters and oyster stew from Elkmont Station.

Connors Steak and Seafood – Our go-to for team meetings and work-day lunches, and we’re never disappointed! Connors is always a crowd-pleaser.

Seasons – Their menu is–you guessed it–seasonal, so get the summer tomato salad while you can! You can’t go wrong with this Farragut favorite anytime of year.

Sweet Treats

VGs bakery – No need to slave over baked goods in the kitchen when VG’s talented crew does it for you! The best sweet tooth satisfaction in Farragut, and their goodies are made from scratch with fresh ingredients (so the calories don’t count!)

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September 1, 2023

Welcome to Loudon County!
An interior designer's guide to an East Tennessee move

Wind River, Tennessee National, Rarity Bay… Loudon County might just be the golf community capital of the world. They call it the Lakeway to the Smokies, and the picturesque water views explain why. Whether you’re looking for a stunning backdrop for a vacation home, or you’re ready for retirement in East Tennessee’s prime location, Rowan Hall will help make your new home as beautiful on the inside as its surroundings on the outside.

Why Loudon County?

Loudon County is an outdoor lover’s dream nestled just southwest of Knox County. Golf courses, marinas and hiking trails abound from Lenoir City to Vonore. Tellico, Watts Bar and Fort Loudon Lakes provide the waterfront views that are drawing out-of-towners from all over. Golf Communities are popular here, and gated communities are perfect for retirees building or renovating a home for their new season of life. 

The low cost of living in this East Tennessee county is drawing retirees from all over. According to PayScale, the housing market in Loudon County is 40% less than the national average, meaning our clients get more house for less money. This creates the ability to engage our Knoxville interior design firm to make their new home a luxurious place to land. 

A Blast from the Past

The communities and neighborhoods in Loudon County really took off during the 90s and early 2000s, which is evident in the design of a lot of the homes. If you’re looking to buy in this area, but the homes are feeling dated and out of style, Rowan Hall’s expert interior design team knows how to make simple, cost effective upgrades to bring your home into the current decade. 

If you’re looking to take advantage of the affordable land in Loudon County with a custom home build, our team can step in to work with you and your chosen builder to help make every minute decision along the way. We’ll help give you a cohesive home where every detail has been carefully considered by the experts. Learn more about custom home and remodel design here. 

Lakeside Living Great Room Fireplace Before and After

In 2022, our clients purchased a waterfront home in Tellico Village, and they relocated from California to the growing Loudon County community. Their new home didn’t suit their design style, so we helped bring it into the current decade with an interior renovation that fits their new surroundings. We erased years from the design of this house and filled the home with beautiful pieces that give them the effortless luxury they deserve. Read more about this project here. 

Where to Land

In Loudon County, there’s truly an option for everyone. Private neighborhoods are at every turn, and each one has unique amenities to offer. 

Tellico Village

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Retirees beginning their next chapter may choose Tellico Village, a 55+ community with 3 golf courses, 4,800 acres and countless activities to stay busy. This community is made up of 8 different neighborhoods throughout Loudon County, home to more than nine thousand residents. 

The homes here vary from townhomes to large properties, meaning there’s a place for everyone. If you fall in love with a home in Tellico Village, the Rowan Hall team can help make it your own. You’ll have a hard time keeping visitors away from beautiful East Tennessee, and we’ll make sure your home (and guest room) is ready!

Rarity Bay

If nine thousand residents sounds overwhelming, Rarity Bay is a gated golf community up the road that around nine hundred folks call home. The Smoky Mountain and Tellico Lake views are breathtaking at every bend, and the amenities at Rarity Bay are designed to keep you enjoying the great outdoors. A country club, tennis and pickleball facilities, and equestrian center are only a handful of the world-class facilities in this Vonore, Tennessee neighborhood. 

A French Country style of home is the standard in Rarity Bay, so many of our clients call our expert interior design team ASAP. Whether you fall in love with an existing home or an empty lot, you’ll want an experienced team to take the lead on design, so you can enjoy your new town! There’s so much to experience at “the Bay.” The last thing you’ll want to be doing is picking out hardware and paint finishes! 

Lenoir City

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A quick drive from Rowan Hall’s office in Farragut, Tennessee, Lenoir City is conveniently located without the bustling Knoxville traffic. Golf neighborhoods, Tennessee National and Wind River, feel private and secluded with their marinas, lakeside restaurants and premier golf courses. However, Knoxville is a short 30 minutes away, creating convenience for those not wishing to be too far from the shops at Turkey Creek and restaurants of Farragut.

If you find your home in the Lake Capital of the South, you deserve a cozy oasis designed just for you. Whatever your lifestyle, the Rowan Hall team wants to get to know you and curate spaces in your home that feel like you! By the end of your initial consultation, we’ll know what depth of sofa you’ll love and what material your barstools need to be. We won’t call ourselves psychic, but by the end of it you might start to wonder!

Our Loudon County Favorites

Since you’re hiring Rowan Hall’s design team to take care of all the details within your home, you’ll have time to get out and enjoy Loudon County! After a lifetime of living right up the road, Alfie knows all the hidden gems, and these are some Rowan Hall fan favorites. Who better to get recommendations from than a few ladies with impeccable taste?!

Good Eats

Calhouns – A local, lakeside classic that never disappoints! We go for the views and the soft pretzels.

Aubrey’s – Another local staple that we love at any of their locations! Alfie’s boys had many Aubrey’s pregame meals generously donated when they played high school ball at Knoxville Catholic. We think they must feed every sports team in Knoxville!

El Senor Rancho – You can never go wrong with chips and salsa at the closest Mexican restaurant. Alfie loves their fajitas!

Little Italy – A Tellico Village staple! The locals love this unsuspecting hole-in-the-wall, and we totally understand why.

Toqua Sports Bar and Grill – Alfie and Mitch love to drive out to this Tellico Village lakeside spot that overlooks the Toqua Golf Course putting green. It’s worth their drive from Farragut to unwind after a busy week.

Caffeine Kicks

Coffee Culture – The best cappuccino in Loudon County! Alfie loves to have meetings here or get her caffeine fix on the way to our Tellico projects.

Sweet Treats

Master Donuts – The best apple fritters you’ve ever eaten and a little TOO convenient on our way to Tellico Village appointments!

Tic Toc Ice Cream Parlor – Downtown Loudon’s tastiest treat! An adorable ice cream shop that will send you back to the glory days.

Have we convinced you that this is the place to be? Once you’ve taken the jump to move to beautiful East Tennessee, you’ll need a Loudon County interior designer to make your new house a home. Whether your dated new digs require a remodel, or you don’t want to bring your old furnishings into your beautiful new home, the Rowan Hall team can help usher you into the next chapter with style. 

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