With each new year comes new trends for the home. After scouring various design blogs, catalogs, Pinterest boards, and Instagram feeds, these are 5 of the hottest home decorating trends we found for the new year. Green, In Any Shade If you haven’t heard, Pantone announced that Greenery is the color of the year for […]
Even if you’ve had a mild winter, there’s something about spring that gets us excited. From extra sunshine to greenery all in bud, spring has some much to offer. Here are some ways you can connect with nature and bring some of the freshness of the season into your home. Give your living room a color […]
While Farmhouse design style isn’t new, it has certainly been reinvented. What was once considered “quaint” or “country” is now described with updated terms like “country-chic” and “rustic-modern”. Home decorating shows, such as HGTV’s Fixer Upper, starring Chip and Joanna Gaines, have put Farmhouse design style back on the map–and it’s taking the nation by […]
What is hygge? Hard to define as it is to pronounce, ‘hygge’ (pronounced HOO-gah) is a Danish word that refers to a feeling or mood that comes from taking genuine pleasure in turning ordinary, everyday moments, into moments that are more beautiful, meaningful, or unique. In English, this Norwegian term for ‘wellbeing’ is roughly translated […]
Making your home look festive for the holidays doesn’t have to be stressful. This year, start a new tradition of substituting the expensive ready-made decorations for creative and less costly ones. A simple trip to the craft store and a stroll through your kitchen is all it really takes to make your home feel warm […]
It’s that time again–that time of year when Pantone releases its top color picks for the new season. Pantone’s color choices tend to define the upcoming season, and this year’s batch is so beautiful, we can hardly wait for autumn to officially arrive. According to the color authority, this 10-color palette inspired by “tranquility, strength, […]
Once the warm weather is ushered in, we’re given days that give us the opportunity to gather with friends and family to reflect on our freedoms. Whether it’s Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or Labor Day, you have the chance to display patriotic pride in your home. Let’s take a look at some ways […]
A versatile style, with casual beauty, Americana can be patriotic, primitive, farmhouse charm, or a combination of all three. It’s a style that can be adapted in a number of ways, making American a design style so appealing that it can be used all year round. Patriotic Americana This form of Americana is probably the […]
Each year we’re bombarded with new trends–economic trends, social trends, music trends, fashion trends, and of course, trends for the home. Visit a home decorating website and you’ll most likely find a yearly prediction of what the popular picks will be. It’s great to have a lot of input, but it can also make your […]
For the first time ever, the Pantone Color Institute has named two colors of the year for 2016: Rose Quartz and Serenity. The soft pink and pale blue hues were not only chosen for their tranquil and welcoming qualities, but also in response to how our culture perceives color. This more unilateral approach to color […]
For the first time, two shades Rose Quartz and Serenity have been chosen as Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2016. Rose Quartz is described as a “persuasive yet gentle tone that conveys compassion and a sense of composure”, and Serenity, “weightless and airy bringing feelings of respite and relaxation even in turbulent times”. Paired […]
When temperatures start to decline, we naturally seek out extra warmth. Thankfully, your home’s interior can feel extra toasty simply by adding some texture. Here we’ll talk about three main ways you can bring in some textures that not only heighten the visual interest but also increase the level of warmth in your home. Fabric […]
