Turquoise is one of the most beautiful colors imaginable and it’s often thought of nearly simultaneously with Southwestern style decor. But its soft watery shades are gorgeously appropriate and right at home in many other types of decor, such as shabby chic, modern interiors, cottage style and rooms … [Read more...]
The Art of Designing with Floating Shelves
Wall art collections can add lots of personality to a room. Related framed art or photos and other souvenirs and collectibles can look fantastic when displayed together, but how do you get them arranged on a wall, especially those items that aren’t designed to be hung. And what if you decide to … [Read more...]
Modern Country: Comfort Meets Modern Aesthetic
Modern Country: Comfort Meets Modern Aesthetic It used to be the country decor was all about geese wearing blue bonnets and lots of cutesy clutter. But country has become more streamlined and modern country decors seem to be borrowing design principles from modern interior design portfolios. Modern … [Read more...]
Warm and Wonderful Decorating Styles
In areas of the country where the weather turns cold during the winter months, there's usually a desire to add a touch of warmth to home decorating styles to help ward off the outdoor chill. Although the sight of warm colors and decorating styles that are commonplace in warmer areas of the country … [Read more...]
A Touch of the Tuscan Vineyard for Your Home
If you adore the rolling hills of Tuscan wine country, then you will find it a lot of fun to add a touch of the Tuscan vineyard to your home. Homes decorated in the Tuscan style often draw their inspiration from different elements in nature. Rustic farmhouses, sun-bathed hillsides, wrought iron … [Read more...]
Making Guests Feel Welcome on the Front Porch
Nothing says hospitality like a front porch that makes you want to ‘sit a spell’. If your home is outfitted with a front porch, you can create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere that will make guests to your home want to kick back, relax, and stick around for hours of good conversation and fellowship. … [Read more...]
Farmhouse Kitchen Designs
One of the most popular styles for the kitchen derives its elements from the classic farmhouse. A farmhouse kitchen can bring to mind pleasant memories of days gone by when times were simple and life was uncomplicated. But the modern farmhouse kitchen has all of the conveniences and appliances … [Read more...]
Creating a Memorable Foyer
One area of the home that can set the tone for the rest of your decor is the foyer. The foyer also sets the expectation of guests that enter your home in regards to what they might see in the rest of the home. This makes the foyer a very powerful space, and one that must be decorated with lots of … [Read more...]
Creating a Home Bar Area
It can be a lot of fun to entertain friends in your home with the help of your very own home bar. It does not have to cost “an arm and a leg” to install a simple home bar that allows you to entertain friends in style and make the most use out of your space. A home bar allows you to keep the … [Read more...]
A Tropical Themed Bedroom Oasis
Your bedroom is your sanctuary, your escape from the cares of the world. It can be a lot of fun to design a tropical themed bedroom oasis. Imagine vibrant flowers and swaying palms as you are transported from the stressors of your busy day into the private retreat of your bedroom. There’s no need … [Read more...]
Decorate Your Home with a Touch of the Tropics
If you're looking for a fast and easy way to add sunny warmth to your decorating scheme, try a touch of the tropics. Tropical decorating themes are quite popular, especially during the warmer months. However, once you discover how warm and comfortable a tropical theme can make your home seem, you … [Read more...]
Springtime Floral Decorating Techniques
Spring is the perfect time of year to add some floral accents to your home. After a long and dreary winter, most people are ready to welcome spring with bright colors and floral patterns. Whether you prefer a formal look, a casual and colorful decorating style, or something completely fanciful and … [Read more...]
Metal Art for Cutting Edge Kitchen Style
No matter what decorating theme you use for your kitchen, metal art can add the perfect touch of cutting edge style. Because there's such a wide variety of metal art pieces from which to choose, you'll have no problem finding one or two pieces that add just the decorative effect you are looking for. … [Read more...]
Create a Cafe in Your Kitchen
If you're looking for a great way to add fun, style and charm to your kitchen, you only need to think about your favorite coffee shop or cafe. If you love spending the afternoon enjoying lunch or a cup of coffee at your favorite cafe, just think how great it would be if you could experience that … [Read more...]
Decorating on the Wild Side
Decorating your home with a nature theme can be a great way of adding a lot of excitement and visual interest. Although many people automatically associate wildlife art with rustic decorating styles, it can actually be used successful as part of many different decorating schemes. However, wildlife … [Read more...]
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