Moving into a new home, or redecorating your current one, can be very exciting. However, figuring out where everything will go can be a bit stressful. Some might think the size of the room is more important than where the furniture is placed, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. In all honesty, it […]
When it comes to freshening up the look of a home, applying a fresh coat of paint is often the first thing that comes to mind. And while that is certainly an important aspect of interior decorating and design, paint can be limited in both its scope and range. One thing, however, that is often […]
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. […]
Family. In today’s day and age, it seems harder and harder to carve time out for those we love most. Even with our busy lifestyles, however, it’s important to have a set place where you can gather together and chill. A family room can be just that— but it needs to be a place where […]
At one time, industrial wasn’t even an interior design style, but that’s no longer the case. What was once found only in buildings, such as warehouses or factories, can now be found in an abundance of homes. Stripped down to its barest components, industrial style is just as beautiful as it is confident. But what […]
Decorating can be challenging for some people, especially when the goal is to make a big impact with minimal work. One easy, yet effective way you could add a punch of personality and style to your home is by creating an eye-catching feature wall. If you think about it, highlighting one wall is a great […]
Did you know that it doesn’t take an experienced touch to get great decorating results? By playing up your home’s strengths— and maybe disguising a few of its flaws— your home can be an appealing one. In most cases, all it takes is resorting to tried and true techniques to get the beautiful space you […]
Furniture plays an incredibly important role in home design. If you think about it, the furniture we choose does a lot more than take up space— it’s what helps make our home feel lived in, welcoming, and complete. Essentially, furniture is the backdrop to our lives.  Unfortunately, many people buy their furniture without giving much […]
There’s just something about a rug. Sure, the interior of a home can be beautiful without one, but when it comes to a heightened sense of warmth and beauty, an area rug is where it’s at. A rug can do so many things: soften an echo, define a style, fuel inspiration for decorating, offer comfort, […]
