As you tackle your home improvement projects, don’t forget about the laundry room. Yes, the laundry room! Considering the amount of time one spends washing clothes each year, why would a room such as this be an afterthought when it comes to decorating? Gone are the days of a dark and dreary space for doing […]
Take a stroll through Instagram or Pinterest and it’s likely you’ll see the same trend emerging that I do: people searching for a comfortable and soothing ambiance at home. Therefore, it’s really no surprise that many of the major paint companies have put blues and greens front and center as their top choices for 2022. […]
It seems like new trends surface almost every day— and even though keeping up with them can be exhausting, we can’t seem to help ourselves. Sure, new trends can be exciting, but they certainly aren’t all worth pouncing on, for several reasons. Let’s talk a little bit about why following the latest trends may not […]
Contrary to popular belief, not all good things have to come to an end— at least not when it comes to decorating trends. In fact, every so many years, trends of old make a comeback in a really big way. Here we’ll take a look at 6 classic and creative design elements that are back […]
It’s that time of year again where we start to look ahead at what new home styling and decor trends will get us excited. Last year, it was all about making your home a tranquil place. (This, of course, is totally understandable being that coronavirus arrived on the scene and we were forced to hang […]
Oftentimes, when we talk about rugs, we mean area rugs— those large rugs that fill a large area of the floor. But what about smaller areas? Enter the runner. In addition to protecting floors, runners are the ideal choice for those narrow spaces that need attention as well. They can easily transform a long cold […]
If you’re looking for a way to really jazz up your home’s interior, a statement piece is a great way to do it. What exactly is a statement piece, you ask? It’s that decorating element that stops you in your tracks, making you take a second, and possibly even a third, look. Whether it’s due […]
It’s no secret that, from a functional standpoint, lighting plays a significant role in interior decorating and design. But, did you know that the style and placement of your lighting also have a significant effect on the overall ambiance of the space? Believe it or not, properly placed lamps can enhance your decor and set […]
Giving your home a new look doesn’t have to take a lot of time or a lot of money. Sometimes all it takes is some fun fabric and a weekend to get a new project accomplished— and visiting a fabric store like Fabric Resource is a wonderful way to track down the exact style you […]
An area rug is a beautiful thing—and often very necessary for busy households. Sorting through the endless choices, however, can make the process of actually picking, let alone purchasing one, a really big challenge. No matter what kind of traffic you have—roommates, kids, pets—it’s important to find a rug that can hold up to the […]
Let’s get one thing straight: there is no need to match all the wood tones in your home. Honestly, this was never meant to be a decorating rule — and for good reason. If everything within the space matches, nothing stands out and the room falls flat. The good news is that people are catching […]
There are several elements of interior design— styles, colors, materials, shapes, and textures— that can be enjoyed by both men and women. However, there are certain elements that tend to be lumped into masculine and feminine categories based on aesthetics. And while the best rooms often showcase a harmonious combination of both, there are times […]
