Many of Life’s decisions are not easy. From choosing the perfect Partner and Soulmate, to selecting the perfect “Colors, Texture and Effects” for your home.

Many times, we will surrender to this challenging process and just accept whoever’s opinion is the Strongest.

Homes that have “The Wow Effect”, sprinkled in their floor plan, did not surrender. They brought in a team of “Fresh Eyes” and “New Ideas” to view their home for the first time and share what they envision for your project.

Wow Test: If you hear comments from friends and family about the Interior Design of your home, then you know that your investment of time and planning has paid off.

“If you receive few comments… then you know that you have many Opportunities to raise the level of Drama in your home!”

Important – If you have been living in your home for a few years, the familiarity of your Colors, the Architecture and the Interior Design pace of your chosen Effects, can create blind spots, sometimes… preventing you from becoming aware and  exploring New Interior Design Opportunities.

That is why it is so important to bring… “Fresh Eyes” to your project!

If you are looking for New Ideas, David and I would love to hear about your project and share our thoughts on what we see, when we first come in your home.

Give us a call… lets start the conversation.

To schedule an appointment:

Office: (605) 362-5750

David’s Cell: (605) 201-1759

If you are interested in learning more about Bella Faux Finishes, then follow us on Facebook. Here you will get a chance to view our latest Art.

Also our website is easy to Remember… “ThinkBella.com”

Thanks for your time!

“Below – the talented Jim Brickman’s music, places me in an Artistic Mindset, when I am looking for Ideas and Possibilities.”

Here he plays one of his many great songs, “If You Believe”.  If you are a fan of Jim Brickman, he is coming to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, April 15, 16 & 17, you won’t be disappointed!”

(Note, above photo – Kathy and I went to the Friday show, he so Talented!)

 

“Like Interior Design, each Relationship is also Unique, not everyone works. But every once in a while, a couple will find the perfect partner to share their life with. My Mom and Dad celebrated their 68th Wedding Anniversary on Valentines Day, boy did they every get it right… when they met! They are Something!”

Identify where your Opportunities are to create… “The Wow Effect”!

“Think… Color, Texture and Effect. Where in your Home or Business could you create a Wow?”

“Entryways are where you Stage… your Family and Friends, before they view your home.”

“Pick a Date… Let’s get together!”

“You have so many sleeping opportunities in your home…”

 

 

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Sometimes… It feels like you need a Miracle to make a “Dramatic Change” in your Life.

Whether it’s your “Relationships”, your personal “New Health Goals” or your goal to Wake Up your Sleeping Walls, Tray Ceilings, Niches and Columns by “Kicking up the Wow” in your… Castle!”

It’s 2016… Let’s Celebrate this year with a Basket Full of Wow’s….

David and I would love to hear about your project and share some new ideas for Color, Texture and Effect!

We specialize in the historic application of imported Italian Venetian Plaster, the Italian Finishes, New Decorative Finishes and New Faux Finishes.

We also specialize in the challenging Art of Marbling Columns and Niches!

My son, David and I can be reached at Office (605) 362-5750 or you can email me at: [email protected]

Note – David manages our Scheduling through the year.

You can reach David on his Cell at (605) 201-1759 or just Text him.

Also you can email David at: [email protected]

Also our website is easy to Remember… “ThinkBella.com”

If you would like to learn more about Bella Faux Finishes, our Art and “The Bella Effect” on projects, follow us on Facebook.

I think you will be surprised and love what you find…

Below, David, Amber and Mark Nordgren, celebrating before a concert in Omaha.

“Let’s do this Together, Commit! Make some changes in 2016!”

“If you are finding yourself in a Funk, Diane Birch and Daryl Hall will try to persuade and motivate you with Diane’s Great Song… “Nothing But a Miracle”!

 

“Bonus Video: David and Ambers son, Owen is our little Miracle!

“He is Very, Very, Excited about 2016 too!”

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Alright… 2016 is Here!  Are you ready to show the World your… “Style”?

 

“Taylor Swift has a Deep Understanding of “Style”! 

Style… Style… Style… It’s our Attitudes, our Confidence, our Fitness, our Dress and also how we present our Home to our Friends and Family!

So… Is it time to Sensationalize the Style of your Home?

Do you still get Excited when you walk in the door?

Do your friends and family talk about your home and your Unique Style for Interior Design?

If you would like to jump out of your comfort zone,  David and I would love to meet you, hear about your project and Explore a variety of New Interior Design Ideas?

Our website is easy to remember… “ThinkBella.com”

Take a moment to give us a call and start the conversation!  

Office (605) 362-5750

 

 

If you are interested in our Art and would like to learn more, Follow us on Facebook to view some of our Latest Projects and also New Sample Decorative Finishes.

“We saw Taylor Swift in Omaha a couple months ago.  Wow, what a Talented Lady with so much Style!”

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Bella Shopping Ideas… for you this Christmas!

I am suggesting you place under the tree… Two Unique Gifts.

(1) Schedule a meeting with Bella Faux Finishes for a Unique Decorative Finish in your home for 2016. “Your Wife will Love this Gift!”

Bella Faux Finishes, LLC – Office Phone: (605) 362-5750

(2) Take your family for a ride, discover and introduce yourself to a Unique Pet.

Both investments will make you feel better everyday about your Home and your Emotions.

The Perfect Decorative Finish can change the entire Drama of a Room. Visit our portfolio of past projects and previous blog postings.

The Perfect Pet can also change the entire Drama of a Room, especially in the early months. But this new friend of yours, will bring you Love and Joy every single day!

David and I, hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas this special time of the year!

Celebrate all of your Blessings and Opportunities for 2016!

Now, I would like to introduce… “Miss Bella”! She will be three next year, a Havanese. Kathy and I, Enthusiastically recommend this breed! They are like Velcro… never leaving your side!

“Dan and Shay” promoted their new video … “Nothin’ Like You”  to raise awareness for Animal Rescue and Adoption. What a Great Cause to Support!

 

David and Amber found their special friend at a local pet rescue. There are so many sad eyes looking for a new family. Amber and “Emily” connected immediately and their life has never been the same… What a Great Dog!

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If you are planning your “Dream Home” or looking to remodel your “Castle“, I would encourage you to break away from some of the common Interior Design Themes and explore New Ideas for Color, Texture and Effect in your home.

Sometimes, every home begins to look the same. Maybe you have noticed that too?

Bella Faux Finishes is a “Great Resource” for New Interior Design Ideas with the opportunity to view various Decorative Finishes and Faux Finishes from around the world.

If you haven’t been introduced to imported Italian Venetian Plaster or the incredible Italian Finishes, we would love to share samples with you.

Regarding cost, we have Decorative Finishes that will fit almost any budget.

“So forget about the money for now, focus on the unique areas in your home.”

Keep it Simple, pick just “One Room to Wow“! Could be your Tray Ceiling, Accent Wall, Bathroom, Niche, Entryway, Bedroom, Family Room or your Columns.

Look around your home… what areas are “Sleeping in Effect” and hungry for a little drama!

So take your “Wildest Dreams” and schedule a meeting with the Artisans at Bella Faux Finishes. You will have the opportunity to view an incredible portfolio of Decorative Finishes, that may give you some ideas for your home.

You can reach us at Contact Us or Request a Quote.

Note – There is never a hint of obligation, we are just honored to have the opportunity to meet you and hear about your project.

If you would like to see more of our Art, Like us on Facebook, here is where we share our New Samples and New Projects First.

To celebrate an incredible year for Bella Faux Finishes, that included many major Life Events, I surprised Kathy and Amber, with some last minute tickets to see Taylor Swift in Omaha. Couldn’t get our seats together, but we were… across the street from each other.

Taylor Swift, what a talented lady!  Thousands of screaming Young Girls and their Moms entertained, by a Great Role Model for young kids today. (Sorry… Miley Cyrus)

One of Best Concerts Kathy and I have seen!

“Her song… “Wildest Dreams”,  inspired the posting this month.

In the Studio, we take “Our Wildest Dreams” and test ideas… layering various plasters, paints and textures on sample boards to create a Unique Effect.

So what are some of your “Wildest Dreams” for Color, Texture and Effect?

Pick up the phone… Let’s get together and share some ideas about your project!

Don’t be afraid to “Tip Toe” into the Wild Side of the Color Palette . You may be surprised at what you fine. This is the formula on how “The Wow Effect” is created… in so many of the Dream Homes today.

 

“Taylor Swift” – Shares some Inspirational thoughts for todays kids and the sometimes, cruel Social Media world we live in…

 

“Bella says, back to work now…”

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“David and Amber met 15 years ago in 8th grade. They have been a part of each others life ever since then.

So… on a Beautiful Sunny Saturday, September 12, 2015 they made their family official and their 15 year dream come true!

“Kathy and I proudly introduce… David, Amber & Owen Nordgren.”

“Below, the incredible voice of “Loren Kramer” and his remarkable song “My Life”.  I think you will love this song and his message!”

“Dreams that you know… Never Die”

 

Kathy and I watched Owen, while David and Amber went on their honeymoon. He was missing his Mom and Dad sometimes…

“Next month, David and I will share some New Ideas for Interior Design and how the “Perfect Decorative Finish” can change the magic in your home!”

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Take a look around your home, what do you see?

Dramatic Painted Walls or Blank Walls?

Look at your Ceilings, Niches, Columns, Walls and Bathrooms. What are they saying, what emotion are they expressing?

Wow List Number 1 – Choosing the perfect colors for your painted walls are critical to a successful Interior Design Plan.

Wow List Number 2 – Your next layer of effect to choose, is a stunning Decorative Finish for a unique area of your home that needs a little… Wow!

“The Wow Effect is created by introducing Color, Texture and Effect”

Short post this month, but all I can tell you… is that Bella Faux is here.  If you ever decide to raise the Interior Design Drama in your home, I would encourage you to meet with our Artisans.

We have so many “Unique Decorative Finishes” and Interior Design Ideas, I think you will be amazed!

If you are interested in meeting with Bella, call early in your project as our schedule can fill up fast sometimes.

Wow List Number 3 – You can reach us at Contact Us and Request a Quote

Also.. “Follow Us on Facebook” to view our latest projects and New Decorative Finishes

You can learn more about the Bella Effect by reading some of the Testimonials we have been honored to receive through the years…

Thanks for your time, have a Great, Fun and Safe Summer!

“Glen Campbell’s – “Ghost On The Canvas” is such a Great Song and shares so much about the possibilities of what the talented hands of an “Artisan” can do, on a common… Blank Canvas!”

“We Dream in Colors, others they Color their Dreams…”

“People don’t Know, when they’re Looking at Soul…”

“Like a Ghost on the Canvas, people don’t See them…”

 

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What is your WOW Style?

Think about it… does your Home reflect your Colors and Ideas or did someone else pick your Style?

Life is brief, if the Interior Design of your Home needs to get its… “MoJo” back, then it may be time for you to meet the Artisans at Bella Faux Finishes.

We have Interior Design Ideas for Color, Texture and Effect that do not fall into the common…

Nothing wordy this month, just want to inspire you to take some Risks, step away from the Common Colors and Kick your project back up into the Wow Zone where it belongs!

David and I would love to hear about your project, Big or Small, it doesn’t matter the size.

“Every Home needs a Room, that quietly Whispers… Wow!”

It is your move, if your interested, give us call if you would like to share some ideas about your project.

You can reach us at Contact Us or Request a Quote

Note – There is never a Hint of Obligation. We are fortunate to stay very busy and are honored, just to have the opportunity to see your project and meet you.

To learn more about working with “Bella Faux”, your can read some of the Testimonials we have been… humbled to receive through the years.

What a Great Summer this has been!

“Oh… One more thing, if you would like to see more of our Art, then “Like Us” on our Facebook Page. Here is where we share all of our New Art and Projects first. – Thanks for your Time!”

Below, David Nail’s hit – “Whatever She’s Got”, shares a powerful message about having your Own Personal Style. Kathy and I saw him last year at “The District” in Sioux Falls, SD. I believe he is coming again in August. You will not regret going… What a Fun Concert!

 

 

 

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“Wait For Me” – If you want your home to be Unique and not like every home in your area, then you need to break out of your comfort zone and explore New Ideas for Color, Texture and Effect.

Every Home has an area that is begging for a… Higher Interior Design purpose.

New Homes are great because of the New Paint, Carpet, Woods and Tile.

But if you want to raise the level of Drama in your home, then you need to explore the “World of Decorative Finishes”.

Common Paint Colors are not going to stir a conversation about your home…

At Bella Faux Finishes, we have hundreds of samples of various Faux Finishes, Decorative Finishes, Italian Venetian Plaster and Italian Finishes to choose from. Also any sample can be bumped or moved in a new direction to create a different effect.

Our pricing is determined by the square foot of your area. So pick an area in your home to Wow and then grab a tape measure. Measure your Length times Width in inches, then divide this number by 144 to determine your total square feet.

Next pick up the phone and call us at 605-362-5750 or you can reach us at Contact Us or Request a Quote. Also you can email us a picture of your project at [email protected]

If you are interested in what you see, then Like Us on Facebook. Here you will be the first to see our New Decorative Finishes and New Projects.

If you Building or Remodeling your Home, you will like our philosophy for Great Interior Design.

You do not have to finish everything right away.

We understand money constraints and have a  Decorative Finish for almost ever budget.

You don’t have to do everything at once. Save a later date to introduce a little… Wow!

What I am about to say is really important:

“To create the Wow Effect in your Home or Business, you need to Interrupt the Senses with a Taste of Color, Texture and Effect.”  Just a Taste… is all you need!

The Challenging part is to identify where your unique opportunity is in your Home or Business.

Then test various samples of Decorative Finishes, Italian Finishes and Italian Venetian Plaster.

Remember, you do not need a large area to create a higher level of drama.

Many times, in this Art, Less is… More!

If you would like to share your project and meet with David and I, take this time to reach out and contact us. You will not regret it. We will share many Interior Design ideas, give you some pricing and then you can decide from there…

Thanks for your time! Maybe someday we will get a chance to meet…

“Below, is best version of “Wait for Me” you will ever hear. Featuring lead singer of Train, Pat Monahan and legend Daryl Hall of Hall and Oates. We are always listening to various genres of music on projects. The lyrics and music seemed perfect,  “Wait for Me” or “Wait for Bella”… you will not be disappointed!”

I am fortunate to have opportunity to work with my son and partner David Nordgren sharing our Art and Ideas around the Midwest. We have fun together on projects and take time to explore the various Culinary and Micro Brews in the area that our Clients, various Contractors and Sub Contractors tell us Not to Miss!

So if you have a Fun Project… Give Us a Call! We do travel Far!

Pick up the phone and start the conversation!

Also to learn more about the Bella Effect, Click on the Testimonials we have received and read other clients experience of working with Bella Faux Finishes.

 

 

 

 

“Even Owen, our grandson, says “Wow” when he sees some of our New Sample Boards!”

“Sturgis, Bear Butte mountain project is completed, Fun Time in the Black Hills, headed back to Sioux Falls… to meet a New Client, looking to bring a little drama to their home too”

 

 

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As Bella Faux Finishes approaches our 10 Year Anniversary, I will share some project pictures and thoughts about where it all began…

In 2005, David and I started Bella Faux Finishes with, what we thought, would be a great business Idea and a perfect business name. Through the months and years we have been training, stumbling, investing capital, attending schools everywhere, practicing and learning the Historic Finishes from around the world. The Italian Finishes and Italian Venetian Plaster are one of the most challenging Arts to Master!

But, we both found an Art that we Love to do! They say if you Love what you do, everyday is Fun! Well… maybe not everyday, but most days are so enjoyable, sharing these stunning effects.

Our Goal, while learning this Art, was that someday, we would have the Honor, of being invited to your project to share our Art!

That has always been our approach, to keep learning the methods and techniques of these Historic Finishes, dating back hundreds of years ago.

How can we get better and what would we do different next time?

What a Fun Journey this has been.  So many new friends, fellow contractors and project stories to share.

On some of the bigger projects we bid, we would leave there and I would say… Wow, I think we are over our Ski’s on this one David. I can envision the Interior Design Ideas, but Wow, how are we going to do this one?

“David would say, No Problem Dad, this will be a Fun One! He was always right, you learn so much from being challenged and then inspired by a Great Interior Design Idea!”

So together, David and I, make a great team.. balancing each other out. We have the same hands and movement, which is very rare in this Art.

“Think Bella!” – Short Post this month as we are on projects. For many, this may be your first time reading our blog – Think Bella! Some of the pictures have been shared on previous posts, that I am sharing again. You may want to explore some of our other blogs for Interior Design Ideas.

Finally – All I can share and strongly encourage you to do is, “Set your Interior Design Goals for your project … Very High!”

“Make it Loud and Clear to everyone on your project, that you are looking for something Unique!”

Money Limits? – We understand that not every project has an unlimited budget.

At Bella Faux Finishes, we have a Unique Decorative Finish for almost every budget.

Your Design Goal is to identify your unique opportunity in your home, where you can introduce just a taste of drama, that will create… “The Wow Effect”. While staying on budget too! Yes … it can be done.

So in summary, “You Could have it all!”  But you need to do your homework…

If you would like to share your project with David and I, you can reach us at Contact Us or Request a Quote.

Also, if you like to see our most recent work before everyone else, Like Us on Facebook. Here is where we share our Projects and New Art First!

Thanks for your Interest in our Art, Wishing everyone the Best!

“I will share a great song by “Maureen McGovern – We Could Have it All”,  that cannot be purchased or found except on Youtube. If you have followed our previous blogs… “Think Bella”,  then you know that I use lyrics and music to  drive and inspire me when working projects, but also to elevate words and ideas. I love all genres of music, but I do have a soft side sometimes. My wife says there isn’t a genre I don’t like…”

 

Below, my Passion and Love for the historic Italian Plasters began with my Friend and Mentor – World Famous Artisan – Doyle Self.  Doyle was trained in Italy and was one the first to import True Italian Venetian Plaster into the states. Doyle and Linda Self’s….  “School of Italian Plaster” taught thousands of Artisans from around the world. Sadly, Doyle passed away last year. He is missed by so many…

Below is the final Italian Finish on a project. Looks almost like a Burl Wood, feels just like Marble… Cool to the Touch!

Below, Friends and Artisans, Shayna and James Kirkpatrick, taught at the “School of Italian Plaster”.

Below, our first website…

“Mike Thurman, owner of Thurman Construction. If you are thinking of building, I would strongly encourage you schedule a meeting with Mike. Very Talented at coordinating any size project, understands the building process, has many ideas and is gifted with a personalty to manage the various talented subs and egos that are brought to a project. One of our favorite contractors, that David and I have worked with! Our Art is sometimes, slow, physical and time consuming. Mike understands the pace of these historic finishes. Incredible Home, Fun and Challenging project!”

 

Below, my Friend and Mentor, famous Theme Artisan – Barth White, who taught me, training my hands and mind on the various styles of marbling. Barth’s company and Artisan’s,  helped to create the magic and breathtaking Decorative Finishes, that we see in the Grand Casinos and Hotels in Las Vegas today. What an Incredible Talent!

 

 

 

Below a project from a few years ago, that we were invited to share our Art. Incredible Home!

Pictured here are Kathy, David and Michael Nordgren

Below, famous Artisans and Teachers, James & Shayna Kirkpatrick, we invited to help us with this project.

Below, David and I leaving a Breathtaking Home we were on for 7 months. What a Fun Project to share our Art!

“David says… Ok Dad, What’s… Next?”

Bella Faux Finishes – We believe we can Wow your project too!

 

 

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