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Kim Myles: The African American Martha Stewart

Last year's winner of HGTV's "Design Star 2" home interior design challenge launches her new show Myles of Style on the cable network HGTV.

Kim Myles talked to Black Voices last fall and said she wants to bring a different and more diverse perspective to the Martha Stewart version of design.

"I'm excited to be that new voice in design and I'm happy to stand on B. Smith's shoulders," Myles told us right before she moved from New York to L.A. to start production on the show, which was the grand prize for winning the reality TV competition.

Once again, the interior design diva dropped some knowledge on us with her top six tips for creating the perfect room. You can also preview the show below.

Interior Design Tips from Kim Myles

Paint is the best option for a fast, inexpensive makeover. It can change the face of an entire room, even if just one accent wall is finished in a rich color. If selecting the right shade feels overwhelming, try using a favorite pieceof art, furniture or clothing as inspiration. (Photo by Aaron Rapoport, HGTV)

White paint is your friend! Try painting boring old furniture, items like side tables, or the fireplace mantle (seen here). This will unify the space and provide the rest of the furniture and art with a fresh backdrop. (Photo by Aaron Rapoport, HGTV)

To give a room a fresh start, try removing all items from the space and then putting the room back together using only the pieces you love. Most people are surprised by how much stuff they live with, but don't necessarily enjoy. (Photo by Aaron Rapoport, HGTV)

Source: By Nokia Inside Blog

Read more about Kim Myles at Better Home Improvement Blog.

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