I hate to break it to you, but designers don’t follow a secret rule book. There are no hard and fast laws governing what we do. We are creative types by nature and love to imagine, dream and explore,...
Moody Interior Paint Colors
Yes, white walls are timeless, but if you have grown tired of your all-white interior, perhaps it is time to go much darker.
One of our favorite interior paint colors of...
1. Set The Tone at The Front Door
If you want your house to make a great first impression, paint the front door a fun, glossy hue. "Red is a lucky color in many cultures," says Lara Allen-Brett, a New...
While we differ in our taste and style for elegant decorating, there are some basic principles of elegance where all can identify and differentiate level of elegance in homes. A beautiful space...
Choosing bathroom flooring is far different from choosing flooring in other parts of the house.
Once you get past the commonalities--durability, looks, cost--you have to confront one...
I'm always so inspired by dream kitchens like any one of these gorgeous, glamorous spaces. I appreciate the details, materials, the layout — all the finer things that make it special and...
The kitchen is the most travelled and used room in the house. We prepare meals there, eat there and have some of our most interesting conversations in the kitchen. In order to make the most of your meals...
Just splurged on some marble and copper home wares? You may want to stop reading.
While it seems like just yesterday we were celebrating the New Year, trend forecasters and designers are already...
Neutral colors can be a decorator’s (and a home owner’s) best friend. Nothing can calm and balance a space as well as neutrals. However, many homeowners, afraid of a color disaster, overuse...
The number one problem that plagues small home owners is how to place furniture in their small spaces. Whether your furniture seems too big, there are too many pieces, or the doorways are in the...
Above the Sofa
The center of the image should be at eye level. In living rooms, people are usually sitting, so artwork should be lower. A good way to ensure you're placing artwork at the right height...
Accent Walls Could be the Most Budget-Friendly Decorating Hack, EverIf you're looking for a budget-friendly way to make a big impact in any space, an accent wall is the answer. Forget the "one red wall"...
1. Pile on the Pillows:Pile on the pillows, and don’t shy away from mixing patterns. Combine large prints with small ones, floral with geometrics.
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01: Too Many Photos
You’re either a photo person or you’re not. Photo people feel very sentimental and have a hard time giving up the pictures on their walls and tables.
Solution...
1. Be savvy with storage when it comes to small spaces, smart storage is key. Etc. Installing sure you're being creative with storage space
2. Play with shapes It would be great if we could all fit a...
Starry Sky
While the lucky little boy who sleeps in this room is resting in his crib, he gets to look up at a sky full of stars.
Mighty Monochrome
A black and white palette will always be classic, and...
Pale Dove Greys
Classic dove grey has always been the go-to wall color for Parisians — and why break a good thing? Try a feather-light grey in bedrooms, or even a meditation space for a tranquil,...
Purple Power
Swapping in new accessories can play up an existing color palette. A light lavender hue cools down this solarium, while pops of pink on the throw pillows and accent chair pack just the right...
Dusty Blue
A cool gray-blue can liven up a stark white bathroom without going overboard on color. With the herringbone placement of the subway tile, this space is anything but ordinary.
Griege
Consider...