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 [...]
Posted in General Home Design
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 [...]
Posted in Outdoor
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 [...]
Posted in Bedroom
Aside from the freak snowstorm or two, this winter hasn’t been a brutal one thus far, but there are still a couple of months to get through. Keeping warm during the winter months is not only essential for making it through them, but it is also important for maintaining high spirits. While it should be [...]
Posted in Living Room
Aside from the bathroom or the bedroom, perhaps no other area of the home has been more aptly named than the vanity. This is the one area where obsessing over outward appearances is universally accepted. While the sink-and-mirror area of a bathroom is also known as a vanity, some go a step further by having [...]
Changing the color of walls is the quickest way to change a room’s design with maximum impact. Although painting a room is simpler, applying wallpaper can instantly add depth through patterns and textures. The opportunity to completely transform a room within a matter of hours is rather tempting and, if done correctly, is absolutely worth [...]
Posted in DIY (Do It Yourself)
The ability to multi-task can be a gift and a curse. Many of our lives are busier than ever and we simply have to multi-task in order to keep up. Although we may feel busy or productive in the process, there are many other instances when multi-tasking simply prevents us from getting anything done. What [...]
Posted in Accent, General Home Design
Daybeds are a design staple for many in Southern regions and fans of traditional design. They double as sitting areas and guests beds. Daybeds have had a hard time over the years shredding its “traditional-design-only” stereotype. However, a number of companies have made it their mission to help bring daybeds into more modern settings. The [...]
Following yesterday’s post on some general guidelines, today’s post will list some ways in which to discover some specific style elements and how to get the most from each room. In case you missed part one, it can be found here: Dos and Don’ts of Interior Design. Taking a little bit of time to find [...]
Posted in General Home Design
Anyone who has attempted it can attest to the fact that decorating can be overwhelming. After all, there are so many styles, arrangements, rules, colors and the list goes on. Regardless of contemporary or traditional, however, there are a few guidelines to follow that will help make your interior design task a success. For starters, [...]
Posted in General Home Design
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The Writing Desk
The Great Divide – Part 1
Leather: A Breakdown of Industry Terms
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Sterling Pointe
Decorating on a Budget – Part 3
Accent Lighting: Candlelight
Simple Elegance
Spa Treatment
