From time-honored crystal candlestick chandeliers to contemporary fixtures made from glass and steel, the chandelier has never been limited to one specific style, shape, or size. Traditionally, most people associate chandeliers with dining rooms; today, chandeliers are placed in any room where there is a need for an additional source of soft, elegant lighting. Because […]

Having spent the past week with a personal organizer who helped wittle down the ever-accumulating amount of wares a house aqcuires, the need for storage in our lives remains of the utmost importances. You should never have to sacrafice design or a pleasing aesthetic sensibility, when it comes to adding function to the home. In […]

  This year is the 10th anniversary of our partnership with artisans in Western Maryland who create a line of small, elegant tables exclusively for The Kellogg Collection. They are distressed and finished in our signature cherry. Some are of our original design, and some are inspired by antiques. The three-tier rectangular end table, one […]

Nothing says that Spring is coming quite like the first sight of a brightly colored bird against a cold grey landscape.  The contrast of this Goldfinch’s bright yellows against the greys of winter is such a welcome sight! “Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.” -Victor Hugo A creative way to […]

  Whatever the dimensions, there is one thing that all bookcases have in common: an abundance of display area. Even the most experienced decorators can have moments of doubt when arranging accessories, but the following tips can serve as the building blocks for any design scheme.   A couple of weeks ago, a customer visited […]

  Once school starts, there’s an overriding sense that it’s time to get organized, no matter what you’re age. For many, this means not only restoring order to your desk, but also upgrading your entire office. Regardless of your profession, everyone needs a place at home to write a letter, keep papers, and display the […]

  Do you have the basic pieces for your room but the room still feels unfinished?  Perhaps you want a new look but don’t want to invest in new furniture right now.   Accessorizing is a great way to update or finish a current room in your house.  Adding lamps (instead of using the overhead […]

The quatrefoil motif is one that appears on several pieces at The Kellogg Collection. Perhaps you think it is a lovely symbol, and perhaps you wondered if there was any symbolism or history behind it. It turns out there is quite a bit. First of all, there isn’t a right way to do a quatrefoil. This symbol […]

Living with color does not mean simply painting the walls red or green. Carefully orchestrated colors in the hands of a skilled designer can speak volumes to you. The trick with color is to select a shade that won’t become tired. This is why so often designers pick a neutral palette. From linens and browns […]

By Sophie Zeigler Pantone, the self-described standard for color communication, named ‘Living Coral’ as 2019’s color of the year. Coral is a color we have used in our in-store vignettes and client homes for years, and we are happy to see it finally getting the recognition it deserves.   Living Coral is an animating and […]

Not only does June bring warmer weather and the early days of summer, but it also marks the beginning of hurricane season. While I am referring to the weather, it is also most definitely time for hurricane lamp season. Perfect for outdoor entertaining, adding that extra touch you need for your table at a garden […]

A comfy sofa and a beautifully upholstered ottoman – what more does one need to relax comfortably in a home? Upholstery is furniture that is padded and covered with fabric. With unlimited fabric combinations, it’s a very easy to customize a piece for your home, and we have a few pointers to provide in the decision making […]

  Perhaps you agree with us: House of Cards season three was a wild one with the Underwoods in the White House. Our eyes were on the home and office décor. Though it was exciting spotting our pieces in the sets on previous seasons, there was something particularly special about spotting some of our pieces in the fictional executive […]

  Sometimes it takes more than buying furniture and home accessories from our shops to achieve “the Kellogg look” in your home, and that’s when our very talented design professionals step in with our custom design services – which is the best deal in town at just $250/room! This service offers the opportunity to have a […]

The word “Chinoiserie” is as beautiful on the ears as the pieces of décor it represents. It is a term borrowed from the French word for Chinese, “Chinois,” and is used to describe the European interpretation and inclusion of Chinese and East Asian art. One of the most popular ways we see Kellogg customers bring […]

  Timeless, classic and always pretty, blue and white might be our favorite seminal color combination. A staple in traditional decor, it seems as if almost anything pairs nicely with blue and white. And it’s one of the most livable color schemes, evoking a peaceful, elegant aesthetic that is hard to tire of. The versatility […]

THE KELLOGG COLLECTION has been recognized as one of the country’s top home decor retailers by the editors of Home Accents Today, the industry’s oldest trade publication. Home Accents Today’s 2022 Retail Stars list, now in its 18th year, showcases independent retailers and interior design shops that merchandise creatively, have a positive presence in their local […]

From November 7th through 29th, 2014, The Kellogg Collection is hosting a Fall Sale on wood furniture and rugs. Come in during this period to receive 20 to 30 percent off all wood furniture and rugs at our four shops, and 50 percent off on all needlepoint rugs in our Washington, DC location. So what all […]

You’ve been coming into The Kellogg Collection and telling us about all of the fabric stores in DC, Maryland, and Virginia closing up or scaling back their offerings. We’re here to tell you that the opposite is happening at our stores – we are actually offering more fabrics than ever before which you can use for […]

  Cocktail tables are an easy way to update the look of any room that is asking for a lift. Adding a table with a contemporary twist can breathe life into any tired living space. From glass to mirrored tops, wood to painted finishes, The Kellogg Collection has a wide selection at any price point, […]

  It’s a good time for books on design and decorating. Every publishing company seems to be putting out an increased amount of tomes devoted to interior design and home matters. Bloggers are routinely now getting book deals, and long time interior designers who have yet to publish a book of their work, have all […]

    Something our customers may not realize when shopping at The Kellogg Collection is that we carry an assortment of beds and bed linens. Wood, painted, and upholstered beds and headboards are in-stock for the customer in need of immediate gratification, or for the customer with more specific needs, there are many options available […]

  Interior design has a powerful affect on our everyday lives.  Our built environment can affect the way we feel and function within a space.  Psychologically, color is one of the most influential aspects in interior design.  There have been studies on color psychology and how it affects the way we feel.  Ancient Egyptian and […]

 (Drumroll please)   It is my pleasure to introduce two of the newest additions to The Kellogg Collection:   The Eglomise & Iron Side Table and Demilune Console. 20″DIA x 23 1/2″H 1/4″W x 14″D x 33 1/2″H   This dynamic duo has just arrived in our stores from our most recent buying trip. Each has […]

The New Samuel Sofa has arrived and is just in time for the holiday season. The DC store received the beautiful Chesterfield sofa yesterday and immediately put it into a window display. Because we chose to cover it with a rich herringbone red we flanked it with leather chairs and an oval glass and metal […]

Choosing an interior designer can be a difficult process.  In order to help you navigate the landscape we have come up with a list of questions to ask yourself which will lead you in the right direction: 1. Do I really need a designer? Think about the scope of your project.  Do you want to […]

  It is always fun going to the High Point market and shopping for new items that we think you all will love. Perhaps our most exciting find at this past April market was a treasure trove of dramatic and beautiful photography. We are so happy to share with you that these 40 new pieces of […]

  You’d like to update one of the rooms in your home, but you only have the space for one purchase on your wishlist. How do you choose? Although it may seem daunting, there are ways to achieve a completely new look with buying only one new piece of furniture. This chosen piece of yours […]

All puns about a certain book-to-movie aside, gray’s many shades make it a wonderful “color” to decorate a home. It’s a neutral shade, which means it goes well with any other colors going on in a room. It’s also a contemporary color trending now in the design world.       Gray can make a strong […]

Have you ever started decorating a room from scratch and ended up with pieces that you like but just don’t gel together?  Most people tend to shop first for what they need the most which tends to be functional pieces like sofas and chairs.  This may make sense at first but you will end up […]

  Barry Remley, owner and designer of the Maryland-based company Salvations Architectural Furnishings, is an extremely talented woman whose company has been in business for over 25 years. She creates very sleek, simple and classic looking furniture, and many pieces are made out of recycled and salvaged materials. She has given me the pleasure of […]

    “They really make things your own, elevating even the simplest item into something unique and distinct in our highly technical and impersonal world” – Cynthia Brumback, author of The Art of the Monogram.   When you enter your bedroom you should feel an extreme sense of comfort and warmth. It is one of the most […]

By Ali Glass   The Greek Key is most commonly used as a decorative border. Its appearance in architecture and landscape dates back to ancient history. The design itself is constructed of various lines shaped into a repeated motif, which resembles a key. The design is also commonly referred to as a “meander” which is […]

  Paint a Room – Get a New Look   Whether you have moved into a new home and want to make it your own or want to refresh and/or update a current room all it takes is a little time.  Painting a room is the fastest and least expensive way to rejuvinate a room […]

  It’s been 30 years since our founder, Pam Kellogg Green, signed the lease on the Baltimore location of The Kellogg Collection. It was the second store the Baltimore native opened following the success of her original Washington, D.C. store. “Opening a Baltimore store made sense for a lot of reasons,” said Green. “It’s easy […]

We’ve got a bit of housecleaning to do, which translates to BIG savings (and discounts of up to 70%) for YOU!  Thursday, Friday and Saturday (July 20th, 21st & 22nd), our 10,000-sq.-ft. warehouse at 7824 Cessna Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland will be open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm (or until everything is sold). There will […]