If you have ever thought that everything around you was moving just a bit too quickly and you wanted to slow things down for just a little while, picture sitting down on a comfortable window seat in the last hour before sunset on a summer evening. The shadows are getting longer and the air is [...]
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Get Your Groove On: Paneled Walls Are Back
Do you remember the paneled walls that were in fashion in the 60s and 70s? They have slowly found their way back onto the decorating radar, and the modern version has been updated for today’s consumer. Don’t worry; the newest versions of paneling don’t look exactly like this. You have several choices available when you [...]
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To Paint or Not to Paint the Brick Wall…We Answer the Question
An interior brick wall has a certain rustic charm, but not everyone is ready to embrace this look in their room. When does it make sense to leave it au naturel and when should you cover it up with paint? Here are some tips to help you decide. The first thing you should think about [...]
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Products for Fido that Complement Your Décor
You may love your dog, but hate the way his bowl or toys interfere with the aesthetics of your home. Bright stuffed animals and balls, plus a big plastic bowl or two don’t exactly complement too many decorating styles. Wrought iron and gorgeous wood, though, work well in most homes, and can function in storage [...]
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Bring a Little Sunshine Inside with Yellow Furniture
Yellow furniture extends the cheer to the inside when the weather warms up, and it also brightens gloomy days when the clouds are rolling in for a summer storm or in the shortening days of fall and winter. Here are a few picks to consider, whether you want to brighten up your living room or [...]
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Outdoor Table Setting Ideas for Memorable Meals You and Your Guests Will Love
Just about any meal tastes better when enjoyed out of doors, and now that warmer weather has finally arrived, it’s time to think about outdoor table settings for entertaining friends and family – or a wonderful treat for one. There’s no reason why you can’t set a pretty table for yourself and enjoy the sunshine [...]
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Architect Michael Green Introduces “Woodscrapers” as Sustainable Alternative to Steel, Concrete
When you think of a skyscraper, what images come to mind? If you are like us, you think of something that is built out of steel and concrete. Architect Michael Green has a different take on the materials that should be used to build one of these large commercial buildings. He has developed an innovative [...]
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Three Designer Room Dividers to Separate Your Space in Style
If you have a large room or a studio apartment, how do you designate certain areas for different things? It’s not easy to keep things separate sometimes, even when you group furniture together, but if you create makeshift walls with room dividers and screens, you stand a better chance of succeeding. Here are three designer [...]
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Neighborhood Spy: In Living Color
Today’s roundup is all about color, color, color. First up, Design Within Reach unleashes the rainbow in its spring catalog, bursting with warm-weather inspirations for the home. Next, West Elm delivers lots of sunshine in its new arrivals collection, including this mosaic tiled coffee table just waiting to hold a round of margaritas and some [...]
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Know Your Drapery Fabrics: Cotton, Silk, Linen and Acrylic
There are three basic types of fabric used to make drapes. Natural fabrics have the advantage of being breathable, while synthetics are the more durable choice. If you are considering updating your window treatment, you’ll want to consider your options carefully. Cotton is a natural fabric, and it will “breathe.” It’s a popular choice for [...]
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Rise Up! Home Elevators Finding their Way into Modern Floor Plans
Have you ever thought of living in a home with its own elevator? It might seem like something that would be reserved for luxury homeowners or people living with disabilities who can’t navigate stairs, but this feature is becoming more commonplace. We were surprised to learn that more new homes are being designed with a [...]
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Area Rugs Add Warmth and Texture to a Room
If you are looking for an easy way to add color, texture and warmth to a room, just look down. Adding an area rug can help to define a space, and it can be an inexpensive decorating solution. Even a modern living room can benefit from some added texture. This contemporary shag rug has a [...]
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Pallet Furniture Uses Creativity to Repurpose Wood
In the interests of reusing and recycling resources to reduce waste, check out these examples of furniture made from pallets. It’s also an economical choice if you are low on funds. We hope you will be inspired by these ideas to consider making some of your own furniture. This simple desk is made from a [...]
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