There are just certain accessories a home shouldn’t be without. One of those is pillows. In a nutshell, pillows are the perfect accessory. They can add color, pattern, and comfort in an instant, and can be switched out easily whenever the mood strikes you. They can pull together a design in a way not many […]
When we hear the word “elegance,” we usually think of formal and fancy. However, that’s not what it really means at all–well, at least not entirely. When we talk about elegance in home design we are simply referring to style and neatness. It’s sophistication without the flash. A polish or refinement, if you will. While […]
At one time, rural locations, functional porches, and informal living spaces distinguished a home as farmhouse style. Over the years, however, farmhouse style has evolved into something bigger than anyone probably ever expected. Today, farmhouse style is more than just a way to decorate an interior–it has become an attitude and a way of life. […]
He’s doing it. She’s doing it. You may even be doing it without even knowing about it. What am I talking about? I’m talking about hygge. What the heck is hygge, anyway? Hygge (pronounced hue-guh) is a Nordic mindset of finding more meaningfulness and beauty in the most ordinary of things and/or moments in life— […]
If you enjoy a visual mix of decor in your home or dislike everything being “matchy-matchy”, then the eclectic design style might be for you. Eclectic style is ideal for those who have more than one preferred decorating style. A certain confidence is broadcasted when it comes to an eclectic space because there is no […]
Transitional design is perfect for those who appreciate the comfort and warmth of traditional design and the clean lines and sleekness of the contemporary look. Decorating in transitional style gives you the best of both without going to extremes–a meeting in the middle, so to speak. This blending of contemporary and conventional gives spaces a […]
February is upon us, which means l’amour is in the air— and while the days that lead up to Valentine’s Day aren’t necessarily a big deal to some people, others really enjoy the romance of it all. If the latter applies to you, and you’re looking for a way to bring a little extra love […]
You really enjoy looking at fabrics. It’s fun to imagine how different fabrics would look paired together–but, with so many options available, you let yourself get distracted with that cute decor piece sitting near by instead! It’s intimidating after all. The thought of mixing and matching all of those beautiful and complex fabrics – the […]
Your home is a special place where you have the freedom to do whatever you want when it comes to decorating. From colors to accents to fabric choices, this is the place where your style can take center stage and shine. With that said, there are certain guidelines that should be seriously considered. Here are […]
If you think that home staging and home decorating are the same, you’re not alone. I, too, at one time used to think they were the same thing— but I learned later on that there are actual differences between them. In fact, not being clear on their definitions can influence how quickly you sell your […]
The holidays are over – furniture is being moved back into place, boxes of decorations being packed up and put away until November, and while it’s still cold outside, spring is right around the corner. For that very reason, we thought it’d be a good time to talk about how to pair heavyweight and lightweight […]
What patterns go with floral prints, anyway? This is a common question that arises pretty often, and understandably so. After all, floral prints don’t tend to blend into the background quite as easily as other prints do. But, that’s a good thing! Floral prints are beautiful. Why wouldn’t you want to showcase them? The challenge, […]
