Every color that we encounter has its own character and behaviors— each of which conveys messages that can alter our perceptions and moods. This alone can have a huge impact on several aspects of life, including how we decorate our home. Whether you are starting from scratch or updating your home’s current interior, color will […]
From the earliest civilizations, a wide variety of plants were drawn and painted for decoration. Although rough and inelegant in the beginning, these botanical illustrations gave insight into the world’s many species of plant life. Over the years as new artists emerged, these illustrations took on a new form, evolving aesthetically into images that were […]
If you’re a fan of the HGTV hit show, Fixer Upper, then it’s likely you have high hopes of achieving farmhouse style in your own home. And as incredible as it would be to have Chip and Joanna knock on the front door, the chances are slim. For now, just ask yourself: what would Joanna […]
Decorative poufs are one of the most versatile accessories you can have in your home. Often confused with an ottoman, a pouf is similar, yet different— mainly in appearance and size. Where an ottoman is firmer and less pillowy, poufs are more like oversized pillows without legs. Poufs are often smaller in comparison to ottomans. […]
Now that autumn has arrived, it’s time to embrace all things cozy. Specifically, faux fur. While faux fur might not be one of the first textiles that come to mind, it is one that’s gaining quite a bit of popularity. And why not? Faux fur is warm, welcoming, and incredibly stylish. Here are 5 tips […]
In a few months, we’ll be moving into a new year— one which will hopefully be better than the one we’re in now. Even though this year didn’t quite pan out the way most of us expected, there is something to look forward to. Fresh decor trends. Remember, trends are just that. Trends. There is […]
Fall is officially here, which means it’s time to shake up your decor a bit (if you haven’t already, that is) for the season. And while there are seemingly endless ways you can do that, one no-fail option is to switch out your current fabric patterns or prints for more fall-friendly ones. What ones might […]
No doubt this has been a crazy year. With a pandemic virtually shutting down life as we know it, many people looked to dogs, of all things, for relief. In fact, dog adoption rates are skyrocketing through the roof. If you think about it, it makes total sense. After all, if you have to be […]
Contemporary design style can be tricky for some people. Often confused with modern design, contemporary a separate entity— although one that did borrow elements from both modernism and postmodernism. A big difference is that contemporary design is not necessarily tied to a specific period of time in the same way that the modern style is. […]
We all want a nice home but what works for some might not work for others in the decorating department due to allergies. It’s only natural you want to be completely comfortable in your home, but it can be hard to know what to do. Allergens, an Unseen Enemy Allergens can be found anywhere— hiding […]
Just like clothing styles, certain interior design styles come back full circle. Take Mid-Century Modern, for example. Coming on the scene during the United States’ post–World War II period, this American design movement was quite popular from the mid-forties to the mid-sixties. And while it’s always been cool, it wasn’t necessarily at the forefront until […]
In terms of design and decorating, bathrooms are gaining quite a bit of popularity these days. More and more, people are looking to the bathroom with a new perspective, rather than letting them remain an afterthought. In fact, bathroom remodels have been one of the most popular home remodeling projects over the past several years. […]
