The Danish practice of hygge is quickly gaining popularity–and rightfully so. If you aren’t familiar with it yet, ‘hygge’ (pronounced hoo-gah) is the Danish concept of taking pleasure in the little things in life. Roughly translated as ‘coziness’ in English, hygge is a mindset of making the ordinary things and moments more meaningful, beautiful and […]
Children love to play and it’s important that they have a special place of their own to do so. Many homes (like mine), however, aren’t equipped with an extra room that can be dedicated to play. In cases such as this, the child’s play area often defaults to their bedroom, the basement, or a small […]
Throughout the years, the rules of decoration have been strictly adhered to. But, just most everything, things change–including what you should or should not do when you decorate your home. You might be surprised to learn that many things that seemed inappropriate years ago are now considered not only appropriate but stylish and trendy as […]
Design and decorating trends can be tricky. Often times, they become dated sooner than we’d like, which often leaves us faced with a major dilemma: do we ride it out just a little bit longer or do we scrap it and try something different? Honestly, trends are nice in the sense that they show us […]
Eclectic. Eclecticism. Both are probably words you’re familiar with, but what do they actually mean in regards to interior design? The term eclectic was initially coined for the art world and presumably first used by Johann Joachim Winckelmann. The word was meant to characterize the combination of elements or particular styles from different time periods […]
Florals make a bold statement, which is why so many of us shy away from them when choosing home decor. The thing is, florals are one of the easiest ways you can brighten your home’s interior and add happiness to your life. Whether you currently flip for florals or verge more on the edge of […]
It’s no secret that kids grow up fast–and at times, it feels almost impossible to keep up. While you can’t control every aspect of their growth, you can have a hand in designing a room that will easily transition each time they reach a new stage in life. Just as stages come and go, so do […]
See update here: https://fabricresource.com/fabrics/houston/design-styles-defined-farmhouse/ 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 […]
Tran·si·tion·al [adj.] 1. Marriage of traditional and contemporary, equating to a classic, timeless design. Love a worldly feel but with a modern touch? Enjoy color in moderation? If so, then you’ll love transitional design. Transitional style is a blend of traditional and contemporary design a “just right†space for those who love the best of both. […]
