Robb & Stucky Interiors hosts design seminars

Refresh your home's décor with tips from the professional interior design team at Robb & Stucky Interiors. Robb & Stucky designers host a variety of complimentary seminars throughout the month covering design techniques, introductions to the latest trends and provide guidelines for home accessorizing.

The following design seminars are held at Robb & Stucky Interiors, 13170 South Cleveland Ave,, Fort Myers. Seminar space is limited and reservations are requested. Please call 437-6959, ext. 267 to register unless otherwise noted.

Thursday, Jan. 8, at 10:30 a.m. - Warm, Cool - Powerful: The Emotional Quality of Color, Colors Your World

It has been said that each color hue reflects an emotion or personality. For example, red is synonymous with power and yellow with happiness. Join Robb & Stucky Interior Designer Charlotte Conklin, as she illustrates how to select a color scheme to suit the mood you want to create for your home. From tranquil blues to fresh greens, passionate reds to perky yellows, we invite you to explore these emotion-enhancing palettes and discover how to create an interior color scheme to complement your lifestyle.

Thursday, Jan. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. - Meet Author Robert Macomber: A benefit for the Southwest Florida Symphony

Robb & Stucky Interiors hosts awardwining author and world traveler Robert Macomber. Join us for this special dessert reception and book signing, benefiting the Southwest Florida Symphony. Mr. Macomber presents "Getting into Character: Life Lessons from a Novelist Roaming the World." Enjoy this discussion of Mr. Macomber's works, including his writings about Naval Civil War history. Mr. Macomber's first novel in a series of Lt. Peter Wake adventures, "Point of Honor," was awarded the literary award as best historical novel in Florida, and his latest, "A Different Kind of Honor," has received a National Literary Award. The cost for this benefit reception is $25, dessert and coffee will be served. For reservations, please call Nancy at 768-6275.

Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 10:30 a.m. - Furniture Fashions for 2009: High Points from High Point!

Join Kris Kolar, Robb & Stucky Interiors vice president of interior design, for a look at this season's newest home furnishing styles. In this dynamic photo presentation, Ms. Kolar will present an overview of the hottest colors and trends as seen in the halls of the famous International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, North Carolina. Our interior fashion expert will illustrate the virtually limitless options for 2009 in this vibrant presentation.

Thursday, Jan. 29, at 10:30 a.m. - Entertaining the Grandkids: Fun, Comfort and Safety

Learn how easy it is to create a comfortable and welcoming place for kids! Join Robb & Stucky Design Consultant Joni Middleton for tips on how to use design and modern materials to prepare you home for all the action that comes when the grandkids visit. From selecting stain-resistant fabrics to child-proofing your home, our expert shares the steps you need to keep your grandkids and your furnishings safe and comfortable.