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North Carolina’s Furniture Industry Scrambles as Tariffs Upend Day-to-Day Routines
After years of decline, businesses are a far cry from the glory days of being ‘Furniture Capital of the World’ amid price hikes and supply chain snafus. Colleen Bennett gives her insight.
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Don’t let tarriffs Ruin Your Renovation. Here are 5 Tips.
Colleen Bennett gives readers ways to avoid, or at least minimize, the effect of President Trump’s import taxes on goods and materials.
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The Most Popular Design Style the Decade You Were Born
Design trends are pretty cyclical, and it seems like every year we're seeing a nostalgic feature become "cool" again. From the divisive burl wood furniture to skylights, past decades come back around to teach us about design's storied history and reframe how we think about our homes in real time.
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11 Things Interior Designers Want You to Stop Wasting Your Money On
Many of us are trying to avoid fast fashion, but what about fast furniture? It's on CBB Design Firm owner Colleen Bennett's list of items she absolutely will not buy.
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The Mosaic Tiling Trend Will Turn Your Home into a Work of Art
Take personalized decor to a new level by incorporating fun and unique mosaics around your home.
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What Is Transitional Style? Designers Share Why They Love It
Neither outright traditional nor modern, transitional design is something of a cross-section that allows for the best of both worlds to come together. Often, the style tends to mix elements of multiple aesthetic movements, to render the interior timeless, while emphasizing comfort and personal touches, making it a favorite for many a designer and homeowner.
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17 of the best patio umbrellas for your outdoor sanctuary
Colleen Bennett, founder and lead designer of CBB Design Firm, said Tuuci is one of the master makers when it comes to outdoor umbrellas.
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15 Unexpected Spring Home Trends That Will Define the Season
If you're obsessed with home decor, you've probably started thinking about refreshing your space for the spring season. The arrival of milder weather and beautiful blooms are the cue to ditch cold-weather home staples like dark color palettes, plush throw blankets and flannel sheets. It's finally time to brighten and lighten things up!
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Creating Sustainable Luxury: Colleen Bennett’s Design Philosophy
In this episode of the City Current Show, host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Colleen Bennett, the founder of CBB Design Firm and an acclaimed interior designer with an impressive portfolio…
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Inspirational Women – Colleen Bennett
Colleen Bennett’s story reflects a dedication to learning and experiencing new adventures. For her, they stem from walking through new open doors, all of which influence a valiant and researched decision to take a different life direction.
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5 Trending Wood Stains for Kitchen Cabinets, According to Designers
Kitchen cabinet colors inspired by cookies? We are so here for it. Colleen Bennett, founder and lead interior designer at CBB Design Firm, says she loves a biscotti colored stain (a warm, toasty brown color) on oak wood.
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Bute Couture featured in Vanity Fair
Colleen Bennett, owner and founder of BUTE Couture, created her sustainable luxury handbag line during COVID-19. BUTE Couture was founded Aug. 8, 2020, by Bennett, who also owns CBB Design, an interior design firm in Morganton.

