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Simple Elegance

Simple Elegance

Elegance is often overrated and much too elaborate. There may be a time and a place for exquisite crystal chandeliers, luxurious black and white marble tile and gold accented everything. But for most of us, that time and place isn’t everyday in our homes. Life is about the simple pleasures. One of which is coming [...]

Spa Treatment

Spa Treatment

A bathroom is just a bathroom. Right? Well, it doesn’t have to be. There are a number of quick and simple things that can be done to turn your bathroom into a spa-like retreat. For starters, a clear mind starts with a clear environment. Clear your vanity countertop of all nonessential items. Store items that [...]

Fireplace Design Ideas – 2

Fireplace Design Ideas – 2

Fireplaces, if utilized correctly, can do so much more than frame a glowing fire. Although that is sufficient, why settle when the space can truly be maximized. In the previous post on Fireplace Design Ideas,we covered a fairly quick and inexpensive way to use balance and symmetry to make a fireplace standout. Read Fireplace Design [...]

Window Treatments – Part 2

Window Treatments – Part 2

Because of the window’s function to allow in natural light and open up the space, they are often the focal point of the room and deserve full attention when decorating a room. In the first post, Window Treatments, we covered a few types of window treatments available and how to select them. Here are some [...]

A Bonded Set

A Bonded Set

When purchasing furniture, there is so much to consider. This holds especially true for purchasing sofas, loveseats and the like because these items will be the focal points of the room and both seen and used by almost anyone who comes in to the home. Therefore, whatever you choose must be practical, cost-efficient, easy to [...]

Best of Both

Best of Both

More often than not, the best way to deal with an awkward space is to fill it in completely. Other times, there may be edges of a wall visible on either side of a central piece of furniture, which can result in being odd to look at. These days, quality furniture costs too much  for [...]

Decorating on a Budget – Part 2

Decorating on a Budget – Part 2

Tight budgets are no reason to continue looking at the same, tired spaces. See our first installment, Decorating on a Budget, for even more ideas. If you’re ready to mix things up a bit, here are a few more budget-friendly ideas you can use to change your rooms: Freshen Up the Shower Invest a few [...]

Window Treatments

Window Treatments

Had enough of the white plastic blinds? Or maybe it’s just time to update the curtains. Redecorating is often a challenge because once an arrangement has been in place for so long, it can be difficult to imagine anything else in its place. As with most redecorating themes, there are a number of possible options [...]

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Outdoor Lighting Ideas – Part 2

Outdoor Lighting Ideas – Part 2

We’ve explored a few different aspects of outdoor lighting here at Online Furniture Design. Actual lighting techniques were covered in Outdoor Lighting and different ideas to implement were discussed in Outdoor Lighting Ideas, This time around, we’re going to show the do-it-yourselfers a simple project that can be carried out to improve or freshen up [...]

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Posted in DIY (Do It Yourself), Lighting, Outdoor

The Interior Door

The Interior Door

Growing tired of the same old plain white doors? Does it seem as though every time you turn around, you’re confronted by large slabs of “blah”? Or maybe you haven’t, but just find yourself uninspired by your home. You may not have realized it, but those large white doors may have a lot to do [...]

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Decorating on a Budget

Decorating on a Budget

Looking to change the look and feel of your rooms without breaking the bank? The good news is, it is more than possible to update your living space while maintaining a reasonable budget. The key is to find relatively low-maintenance tasks that have a huge impact. Even more can be accomplished by those willing to [...]

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Posted in DIY (Do It Yourself), General Home Design

Modern Office

Modern Office

If the adage “out with the old and in with the new” resonates with you, then maybe a new year calls for a new office space. For those who aren’t particularly fond of change, consider this: your work isn’t changing, your commute is changing and your work habits aren’t changing (at least not because of [...]

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Posted in Home Office

Outdoor Lighting Ideas

Outdoor Lighting Ideas

Used properly, outdoor lighting can truly transform the look and feel of a home. Whether permanent installments or temporary arrangements, there are a number of ways to implement lighting in order to liven up and add character to an outdoor space. In a previous post, Outdoor Lighting, we covered a few lighting techniques like up-lighting [...]

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Posted in Lighting, Outdoor

Paint Finishes

Paint Finishes

You did it. After hours, or even days, of deliberation, you finally decided on the perfect paint color for your room. So buy a dropcloth, some rollers and brushes and get started! Wait, not so fast. There is still one very important decision to make. As you’ve probably guessed from the title, the finish of [...]

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Feng Shui

Feng Shui

Perhaps no other term is as used, or misused, when it comes to interior design than “feng shui” [fuhng shwey]. The reason for its rampant misuse could stem from the sheer mystery surrounding the topic. In layman’s terms, feng shui is the Chinese practice of creating harmonious surroundings. Particularly for enhancing the balance between yin [...]

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Outdoor Fireplace

Outdoor Fireplace

Winter winds and sub 50F degree temperatures are hardly reasons to spend all of winter burrowed indoors. Okay, they’re pretty good reasons to stay indoors. But every now and then, breathing a little fresh air is necessary to maintain balance, keep a fresh perspective on things and to just enjoy life. Staying comfortably warm outdoors [...]

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Ideas for the Closet

Ideas for the Closet

The most neglected, and usually the most disorganized, area in the home is the closet. Not just the bedroom closets, but hall closets too. Too often, closets become the go-to storage area for, well, anything. It never starts out that way. But as time goes on, our lives get busier, and we just need a [...]

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