With simple acrylics and an open canvas, Bryan Haynes paints life into Missouri landscapes, awakening an interpretation rooted in both the past and present. After years of travel and education, Haynes moved back to his home state of Missouri and settled in an area surrounded by towering trees in lush forests and an endless stretch of rolling plains. Inspiration beamed through every window and burst through every open door.

Working within your comfort level, color can brighten and enhance the flavor of your home. A pop of red here, a sprinkle of blue there… color is no longer something to fear. St. Louis Homes & Lifestyles wants to encourage you to taste the rainbow with home accessories, furnishings and products in a variety of colors.

one: Orillia 10-light chandelier, by Eurofase, available at Holt Lighting Depot.

two: Pink chevron frame, available at The Rusted Chandelier.

Tamsin has a B.S. in Interior Design and nearly 20 years of design expertise and knowledge. Her firm specializes in residential and commercial interior design. Tamsin is an award-winning designer in Chicago and the St. Louis area and has had several projects published.

Ande and Tye Pietoso were born into the restaurant business. Jon Berger arrived as a young teenager and never left.

The instant you meet homeowners Eric and Leah Sutphen, their colorful personalities and warm spirits immediately light up the room. So it is no surprise that their Soulard residence is bursting with that same color and character. Not afraid to let their love of vibrant tones shine, their three-story home is an eclectic mix of historic and contemporary.

Internet technology has virtually revolutionized the interior design industry over the past decade. In fact, a recent ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) study determined that more than 90 percent of designers use the Web regularly to research the latest trends, products and resources.

For designer Kimberly Kowalski, now with Savvy Surrounding Style, and homeowner Anne Marie Abdulrauf, comparing the furnishings and concepts they found on local vendors' websites not only simplified the process, but “built trust and was great fun.”