Design, Art and Functionality Come Together At The Milan Fair

Posted in Best Of | by Vera Dordick, on April 14, 2017

Design, Art and Functionality Come Together At The Milan Fair

Whether your interest is luxury lighting, classic furniture or the newest contemporary designs, Milan was the place to be last week for the annual Salone del Mobile. The global mecca of furniture, lighting and all things design was focused on “Euroluce,” this year, which presented the latest in lighting fixtures and innovations from classical to modern...

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Paint Your Own Chalkboard Bottle

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on April 14, 2017

Paint Your Own Chalkboard Bottle

Chalkboard labels are all the rage and you can recycle a bottle into a cute container with a permanent chalkboard label. Start with an empty wine bottle – or any bottle for that matter. Paint it in any color you want, giving it enough coats to fully cover the glass. Once it’s dry, tape off...

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How to Clean Brass Simply and Effectively

Posted in How To Clean | by Brittney Smart, on April 13, 2017

How to Clean Brass Simply and Effectively

There are plenty of natural methods to be found online for cleaning and polishing brass. The question is, which (if any) of these methods work? Which are worth your time? We undertook an experiment of four common brass cleaning and polishing methods, using regular ingredients you likely have on-hand (most of them all natural) and...

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Amazing Playgrounds Kids Around The Worlds Can Make The Most Of

Posted in Kids | by Simona Ganea, on April 13, 2017

Amazing Playgrounds Kids Around The Worlds Can Make The Most Of

Being a kid and getting to play all day long in the backyard, getting to help build a treehouse or to have fun role playing with your friends … that’s what happiness is all about. As a parent, you want only the best for your kids and that sometimes means you have to put in...

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Wine Rack Designs That Impress With Their Originality And Flair

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on April 12, 2017

Wine Rack Designs That Impress With Their Originality And Flair

It’s easy to just enter a store and buy the first wine rack you see, that common type that everyone has and which serves its purpose well but doesn’t really stand out in any way. However, if you want something different, something that’s more than just a simple countertop wine rack, you need to do...

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Fancy Interior Design: What it Is…and What it Isn’t

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on April 12, 2017

Fancy Interior Design: What it Is…and What it Isn’t

For many people, the word “fancy” is a loaded weapon. It conjures up all sorts of mental images, most of them punctuated with glitzy embellishments and enough curlicues to make your eyes spin. I feel like this is a little unfair to the concept of “fancy,” though. At least, a certain aspect of it. Is...

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IKEA Expedit or Kallax Hack

Posted in DIY Projects | by Stephanie Stanesby, on April 12, 2017

IKEA Expedit or Kallax Hack

The Expedit shelving units (now replaced by the Kallax system) have been a popular, budget-friendly staple in many homes, they lend themselves very well to a DIY Bookcase Makeover. Taking a basic item and making it individual, can be easily achieved especially using a readily available material such as contact paper. One of vogue’s interior...

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Transform Kids Toys Into Cute Décor Ideas

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on April 11, 2017

Transform Kids Toys Into Cute Décor Ideas

Before you toss old kids toys, take a look at this video with some great ideas for repurposing them. Have a tennis ball that might not be as bouncy? Slice open a mouth, hot glue some googly eyes and a suction cup on the back. Stick it on the bathroom mirror to hold a toothbrush,...

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Cool Office Break Rooms – The Playgrounds Of The Adults

Posted in Office Design Ideas | by Simona Ganea, on April 11, 2017

Cool Office Break Rooms – The Playgrounds Of The Adults

All work and no play doesn’t make a person happy. We need to balance out these two things to be productive and happy at the same time and a lot of companies around the world are putting a lot of effort into this. Every office needs a space where employees can relax, unwind and have...

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Intricate And Dramatic Chandelier Designs And Their History

Posted in Lighting | by Simona Ganea, on April 11, 2017

Intricate And Dramatic Chandelier Designs And Their History

The glamour and elegance that chandeliers bring into our homes has become something that we take for granted. But it wasn’t always like this. The first chandeliers were nothing more than two pieces of wood tied together to form a cross with spikes at the end that held the candles. They may seem very simple...

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The Keemala Hotel – A Sanctuary Of Beauty Hidden In The Rainforest

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Simona Ganea, on April 11, 2017

The Keemala Hotel – A Sanctuary Of Beauty Hidden In The Rainforest

A vacation in a remote, unpopulated location can turn out to be exactly what you need once in a while, just to recharge your batteries and refresh your mind. So where would you go? We hear Thailand is pretty great. It has a gorgeous resort called Keemala Hotel which is the rainforest, in an isolated...

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How to Make a Bed: Different Ideas with Everyday Bedding

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Brittney Smart, on April 10, 2017

How to Make a Bed: Different Ideas with Everyday Bedding

Making a bed is just about the most fundamental part of bedroom maintenance that there is. But sometimes we feel a little inadequate about our ability to make a bed. As in a magazine-worthy bed. The kind where, when we walk into our bedroom, we stand there just for a minute and admire the made...

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Sunken Gardens And Backyards Blend Privacy And Closeness To Nature

Posted in Outdoor | by Simona Ganea, on April 10, 2017

Sunken Gardens And Backyards Blend Privacy And Closeness To Nature

Building a sunken seating area or fire pit is a neat trick that architects sometimes use when they want to create an unobstructed view of the garden or backyard or when they want to offer intimacy and privacy to those using the area. We find the concept of a sunken garden to be very inspiring...

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Upcycle Jeans Into An Organizer For Desk

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on April 8, 2017

Upcycle Jeans Into An Organizer For Desk

Before you toss those jeans that you don’t like (or that don’t fit), save the legs and make some cute organizers for your cubicle decor.  Simply cut off the end of the legs and sew up the raw edge as shown in order to form a squared off bottom that will help the organizer sit...

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An Exposé on Dark Gray

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on April 7, 2017

An Exposé on Dark Gray

Did you know that the first recorded use of “gray” as a color name in English was in 700AD?. What’s amazing to me is that over the nearly one-and-a-half millennia since then, gray continues to be popular, maybe now more than ever. “People like to use gray because it provides a neutral, disappearing background to...

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A Stunning Garden With A Lake And Lots Of Beautiful Trees

Posted in Outdoor | by Simona Ganea, on April 7, 2017

A Stunning Garden With A Lake And Lots Of Beautiful Trees

We don’t usually get excited about a garden unless there’s also a beautiful house near it. Still, we couldn’t resist this one and we just had to share it with you. This is a garden designed by Romanian architect Dragos Isacescu who somehow managed to completely transform a plain and muddy site into a green...

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Rattan Furniture And Accessories Reveal Their Casual And Versatile ature

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on April 6, 2017

Rattan Furniture And Accessories Reveal Their Casual And Versatile ature

We’re all familiar with rattan, although sometimes we think it’s one and the same as wicker. But the material we now associate with cozy furniture is actually full of surprises. The term rattan, for instance, defines more than 600 species of climbing palms and a lot of them are in fact more similar to lianas...

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Open Floor Plans: Pros of Cons and Tips for Decorating

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Brittney Smart, on April 5, 2017

Open Floor Plans: Pros of Cons and Tips for Decorating

Before we jump in to talking about the pros and cons of open floor plans, it might be a good idea to talk about what this means, or in other words to define open. Open, in this instance, describes the layout of a larger space that functions as multiple rooms or functionalities within that single...

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Create a Chic Chalkboard Serving Tray

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on April 4, 2017

Create a Chic Chalkboard Serving Tray

Wouldn’t it be nice to have a new chalkboard tray for snacks or appetizers next time you entertain? You can make your own very easily. Start with a board the size you want your tray. Stain it in your favorite shade. When it’s dry, tape a border around the all the sides of the tray. ...

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How To Achieve The High-End, Luxury Bathroom Look At Home

Posted in Bathroom | by Simona Ganea, on April 4, 2017

How To Achieve The High-End, Luxury Bathroom Look At Home

We all know those places that remained in our minds because they had amazing-looking bathrooms. Whether it’s in a club, a restaurant, a hotel or someone’s home, a luxury bathroom always impresses. Surely, you must have thought about bringing that image into your own home. So what makes a bathroom look high-end and luxurious? There’s no...

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Quartz Countertops a Durable, Easy Care Alternative

Posted in Kitchen | by Vera Dordick, on April 4, 2017

Quartz Countertops a Durable, Easy Care Alternative

If you’re looking for beautiful, durable countertops, Quartz might be a good choice. In fact, it is becoming the hot choice to add style to a kitchen. These countertops can look like natural stone but offer some benefits that stone cannot. That said, they do not have to resemble stone. Because the material is “engineered,”...

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Great Designs to Steal From The World’s Top 10 Hotels in 2017

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Simona Ganea, on April 3, 2017

Great Designs to Steal From The World’s Top 10 Hotels in 2017

It’s that time of the year when you should start planning your next vacation (if you didn’t already). With so many destinations and offers to choose from, it can all become overwhelming pretty quickly. Where do you even start from and which criteria do you base your decisions on? TripAdvisor usually comes to mind as...

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15 Ways to Organize Your Laundry Room

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Casey Watkins, on April 3, 2017

15 Ways to Organize Your Laundry Room

Laundry rooms come in all shapes and sizes. If you are lucky enough to have your own washer and dryer, they can be stored anywhere from a small closet to a whole room. No matter what size you have, there are lots of laundry room ideas to encourage you to make your even your laundry...

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Simple DIY Beaded Tassel Hanging

Posted in DIY Projects | by Brittney Smart, on April 3, 2017

Simple DIY Beaded Tassel Hanging

If you’re in the mood for a great piece of visual interest on the wall that can also double as Halloween décor, you’ve come to the right place. This is a full-photo tutorial for how to create a simple tassel hanging out of very basic materials that you likely have on-hand already. It’s a quick...

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Single Level Family Home With A Large Backyard

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on April 3, 2017

Single Level Family Home With A Large Backyard

Architects get to make other people’s ideas become reality and to give others their dream homes. Inevitably, they get to always add new ideas to their own ideal home design so when the time comes for an architect to build their own home, we get to witness the materialization of all those concepts gathered over...

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Turn Wine Corks Into Tiny Planters

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 31, 2017

Turn Wine Corks Into Tiny Planters

Instead of tossing out wine corks, why not turn them into tiny planters that you can use at work or at home? Start by hollowing out a divot in the top of the cork with a utility knife. Switch to a serrated knife – like a steak knife – and use it to carve at...

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A Rainbow of Summer Colors in Your Home

Posted in Best Of | by Brittney Smart, on March 31, 2017

A Rainbow of Summer Colors in Your Home

It’s almost summer, and in many parts of the world, that means we’ve officially moved out of a long, cold, dark winter and into the color-loving sunshine. This seasonal transition, perhaps more than any other, invites (almost requires!) us to break out the fresh summer colors in our homes, brighten them up, and make them...

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DIY Globe Brass Wall Sconce

Posted in DIY Projects | by Brittney Smart, on March 30, 2017

DIY Globe Brass Wall Sconce

Great lighting is such an important component of great design. It can be challenging, however, to find the perfect lighting fixture that fits your space, your style, and your budget. That’s why DIYing lighting fixtures is such a great alternative – you can check off all those boxes at once. This tutorial for a DIY...

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Design Strategies That Emphasize The Masculine Flair Of A Space

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on March 29, 2017

Design Strategies That Emphasize The Masculine Flair Of A Space

The world is full of stereotypes and preconceived notions that change the way we think or dictate the decisions we make in life. For example, when trying to picture a masculine interior decor a lot of people immediately go to images of a dark, sterile space ruled by chaos or of a space that’s austere...

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How To Turn A Wooden Crate Into A Side Table

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 28, 2017

How To Turn A Wooden Crate Into A Side Table

A side table is a really functional piece of furniture, and if it can roll, it’s even better. Make your own portable table from a wooden crate.  First, measure the width of the long crate sides and cut two pieces of wood to fit along the sides,which will serve as shelf supports. Then, cut a...

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Small Dining Tables Fit For Tight Spaces And Cozy Homes

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on March 28, 2017

Small Dining Tables Fit For Tight Spaces And Cozy Homes

Having a small place isn’t the end of the world. There are a lot of creative ways in which you can deal with the lack of space. Let’s say for instance that you have a small dining room or even no dining room at all. What can you do then? Well, a lot of things....

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Colorful Color: The Key Component to Stand-Out Design

Posted in Best Of | by Brittney Smart, on March 28, 2017

Colorful Color: The Key Component to Stand-Out Design

Color is essential in interior design. You can have great architecture, but with poor color choices, the appeal of the room’s design will falter. You can have boring or unsightly architecture, but with excellent color choices, the design of the space can appear magazine-worthy. The quickest, the most dramatic, and the most reasonable way in...

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IKEA Nightstands And The Many Great Hacks You Can Do With Them

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on March 28, 2017

IKEA Nightstands And The Many Great Hacks You Can Do With Them

Whenever you’re feeling in the mood to make change something about your home’s interior design, you can always focus on some simple furniture transformations. For instance, you can give your old nightstand a makeover and this way change the ambiance in the bedroom. A small nightstand may not seem like a very important element in...

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How To Clean An Area Rug: Cleaning Ideas

Posted in How To Clean | by Brittney Smart, on March 27, 2017

How To Clean An Area Rug: Cleaning Ideas

Learn how to clean an area rug with our quick tutorial using safe and natural cleaners. You’ll be able to repair your area rug and return it to a state of beauty in no time! Just follow the steps outlined below, and you’re on your way to magazine-worthy results. Please note that the pictures posted...

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Historic Villa Embraces Modern Luxury In A Proud And Seamless Manner

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Simona Ganea, on March 27, 2017

Historic Villa Embraces Modern Luxury In A Proud And Seamless Manner

Villa degli Affreschi was built in 1741. Then, in 2013, it was completely renovated. Now the villa features a mixture of historic elegance and modern luxury, being defined by a constant balance of styles. On one hand, it has classic columns, frescoed ceilings and its rooms are furnished with antiques but on the other hand...

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Jazz Up A Plain Picture Frame With Egg Box Flowers

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 24, 2017

Jazz Up A Plain Picture Frame With Egg Box Flowers

Plain picture frames can be pretty boring, so why not try making them more decorative with this easy DIY embellishment? Start with a cardboard egg carton. Cut off the lid and discard it – you only need the section with the wells. With scissors, cut apart the individual sections, trim the square tops off, and...

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Granite Countertops a Popular Kitchen Choice

Posted in Kitchen | by Vera Dordick, on March 24, 2017

Granite Countertops a Popular Kitchen Choice

Granite countertops have been at the height of popularity for years now and in great demand for a high-end look with relatively little maintenance. The are substantial, visually stunning and extremely long lasting. As with all other countertop materials, they are an investment and you’ll want to be sure granite is the right choice by...

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Modern Floor Lamps That Turn Artificial Lighting Into A Form Of Art

Posted in Lighting | by Simona Ganea, on March 24, 2017

Modern Floor Lamps That Turn Artificial Lighting Into A Form Of Art

Can’t figure out what to put in that empty corner in your living room or how to bring more light into your reading corner? Perhaps you’re also looking for a way to make your work area more comfortable. For every of these issues the solution can be a very simple one: add a floor lamp....

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DIY Copper Pipe iPad Stand

Posted in DIY Projects | by Brittney Smart, on March 23, 2017

DIY Copper Pipe iPad Stand

If you’re like me, you use the iPad in the kitchen pretty much every day. If you’re also like me, you’ve had to become quite creative in jimmy-rigging methods to keep the iPad from falling over in the midst of following your favorite online recipe for chicken parmigiana and marinara sauce. Those days are long...

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Outstanding Sideboards And Cabinets Designed To Impress

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on March 23, 2017

Outstanding Sideboards And Cabinets Designed To Impress

We’ve seen our share of buffets and sideboards as well as sideboard cabinets and most of them are pretty mainstream with designs that serve the functions they’re meant to but other than that don’t exactly impress. Every once in a while, however, we come across something outstand, something exquisite like a sideboard that stands out...

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How to Decorate a Family Room for YOUR Family’s Needs

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Brittney Smart, on March 23, 2017

How to Decorate a Family Room for YOUR Family’s Needs

The family room is like the more casual, younger brother of the living room. Where the living room is often decorated with entertaining in mind, the family room is decorated with more “real life” in mind. (Of course, this can include entertaining, but the family room’s is more like the football-games-and-nachos kind of entertaining.) Family...

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A Circular House Lets Its Residents Engage The Forest Surroundings

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on March 23, 2017

A Circular House Lets Its Residents Engage The Forest Surroundings

The 360 Villa is an unusual home with a name that pretty much describes the major things that define it. The house is placed in a clearing in a forest, on a gently sloped site. It occupies an area of 85 square meters (914 sq ft). It was designed by 123DV Modern Villas for a...

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Creative Designs and the Latest Home Tech at AD Design Show

Posted in Best Of | by Vera Dordick, on March 22, 2017

Creative Designs and the Latest Home Tech at AD Design Show

A finely curated collection of exhibitors big and small were on show last week at the Architectural Digest Design Show in New York City. Grouped into collections such as “Made” for artists and designers, “Furnish” for home furniture brands, designers, and dealers and “Refresh” for kitchen, bath, luxury appliances, and premium building products, exhibitors presented their latest and...

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Let’s Define Stylish in Home Design

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on March 22, 2017

Let’s Define Stylish in Home Design

“Fashions fade, style is eternal,” said Yves Saint Laurent. These are wise words and quite simple at their core. By itself, “stylish” is a rather abstract word and concept, I think. Not because we can’t understand what it means, but because it’s so personal to everyone. Everyone has a different approach to style in home...

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Create Your Own Bed Table With Wooden Hangers

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 21, 2017

Create Your Own Bed Table With Wooden Hangers

Breakfast in bed (or just a snack) is the ultimate luxury, and it’s even better if you have a bed table. You can fashion your own from a board and four wooden hangers. Start by removing the metal hanger piece from the wooden body. Arrange two together as shown and mark two spots where they...

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The Perfect Magazine Rack For Your Reading Corner

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on March 21, 2017

The Perfect Magazine Rack For Your Reading Corner

Still trying to find the perfect configuration for your cozy reading corner? It’s no wonder, with so many variables and so many different options to choose from when it comes to furniture and accessories. Chairs with built-in storage are a pretty good idea if you’re trying to save some space or to simplify your decor....

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Cantilevered Pool Designs Do The Views Justice In Extraordinary Ways

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on March 21, 2017

Cantilevered Pool Designs Do The Views Justice In Extraordinary Ways

When a swimming pool meets a gorgeous view something incredible happens. The combination is extraordinary and often highlighted in wonderful ways. A cantilevering pool gets to overlook the expansive views in front of it and to offer a unique and exceptional experience. Cantilevered pools are more common than you think but they manage to remain...

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Modern Coffee Tables That Bring Out The Best In Any Living Room Decor

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on March 21, 2017

Modern Coffee Tables That Bring Out The Best In Any Living Room Decor

Sure, it’s easy to just enter a furniture store and pick a generic coffee table for your living room but then you’d miss out on all the cool coffee tables out there and all the other great designs that would possibly complement your decor much better. It’s best to be informed before making a purchase...

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Rustic or Polished, Wood Furniture a Stylish Addition to Any Room

Posted in Furniture | by Vera Dordick, on March 20, 2017

Rustic or Polished, Wood Furniture a Stylish Addition to Any Room

The beauty of wood never goes out of style in home decor. Artists and designers are continually coming up with new designs that complement today’s lifestyles and decor trends. At the recent International Design Show in Toronto, Homedit found lots of new handcrafted wood pieces that would be great additions to any home. This unique...

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Luxury Hairpin Leg Sitting Stool Tutorial

Posted in DIY Projects | by Morena Hockley, on March 20, 2017

Luxury Hairpin Leg Sitting Stool Tutorial

I’m crazy about Mid-Century Modern furniture, and so are a lot of other people. The high demand for these collectibles has caused the value and price of vintage items to increase quite a bit. What’s a crafty girl to do? DIY it, of course! You only need a few basic items to create this luxurious...

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Craft A Wine Glass Holder Perfect For Entertaining

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 17, 2017

Craft A Wine Glass Holder Perfect For Entertaining

Carrying a bottle of wine and four glasses to the table – or to the patio — can be a real juggling act. Make things easier for entertaining by crafting a really useful wooden wine glass holder. Start with a square board. Mark diagonal lines across the top of the board. Place it on wooden...

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Bamboo Furniture Facts That Make You Want To Have It

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on March 17, 2017

Bamboo Furniture Facts That Make You Want To Have It

You’ve probably heard of bamboo furniture or other structures and the fact that this is an eco-friendly material, considerably superior to others based on this particular criteria. But is this actually true? Well, yes and no but mostly yes. Like with any other material, there are risks regarding the conditions and the environment in which...

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Solid Surface Countertops an Easy Care Kitchen Option

Posted in Kitchen | by Vera Dordick, on March 17, 2017

Solid Surface Countertops an Easy Care Kitchen Option

When it comes to kitchen countertops, natural materials might be the most popular option, but they are certainly not always the most affordable. Enter solid surface countertops like Corian, which have become increasingly popular thanks to their easy-care nature and more affordable price points. Like all other countertop materials, solid surface options might not be...

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15 Modern Playhouses for Cheerful Backyards

Posted in Kids | by Casey Watkins, on March 17, 2017

15 Modern Playhouses for Cheerful Backyards

There is a real balancing act for families with young kids who prefer modern styles of decorating. You definitely want your home to feel welcoming and kid friendly but you don’t want too many brightly colored kid spaces. Even when it comes to the backyard! Fairy gardens are novel and swing sets are entertaining, but...

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How To Use Rain Glass To Make A Splash And Enhance Your Décor

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Simona Ganea, on March 16, 2017

How To Use Rain Glass To Make A Splash And Enhance Your Décor

Rain glass is one of those cases when the name is extremely suggestive and perfectly describes the item. This type of glass looks as if rain is pouring down on it It has a streaked pattern and a unique and easily identifiable style. Rain glass is appreciated for its texture and look but also for...

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Cleaning Oven Racks: Make Your Oven Food-Safe Again

Posted in How To Clean | by Brittney Smart, on March 16, 2017

Cleaning Oven Racks: Make Your Oven Food-Safe Again

The oven is probably one of the hardest working appliances in the kitchen. While the oven can be cleaned relatively easily (check out this full tutorial for an effective, completely natural oven cleaning method), cleaning the large oven racks might give some pause. They’re too big for the sink, so what’s a kitchen owner to...

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A Beautiful Garden Pavilion Wrapped In Glass

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on March 16, 2017

A Beautiful Garden Pavilion Wrapped In Glass

This looks very much like a quiet little retreat surrounded by greenery and trees but looks past this little oasis and you’ll discover the busy city of Sao Paulo, in Brazil. That’s where the C.J. House is located. This is not the actual house. It’s in fact a pavilion which was construction as an extension...

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Rustic Home Decor Adds Well-Worn Cachet to a Room

Posted in Interiors | by Vera Dordick, on March 15, 2017

Rustic Home Decor Adds Well-Worn Cachet to a Room

Rustic home decor and accessories are a really popular way to add a natural or vintage touch to your decorating scheme. Even contemporary and modern homes can use rustic decor pieces to enliven and sometimes soften the feeling of a space. The texture, rough-hewn look and well-worn feel of rustic pieces add dimension to the room....

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15 Ways to Bring Personality Into Your Galley Kitchen

Posted in Kitchen | by Casey Watkins, on March 15, 2017

15 Ways to Bring Personality Into Your Galley Kitchen

Galley kitchens are aptly named for the small kitchens found on ships. Basically a hallway lined with cabinets and appliances, galley kitchens can come off as dark and uninviting, making you want to order in rather than spend any time cooking your meal. But if your galley kitchen is the dreariest space in your house,...

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Gorgeous Garden Party Centerpiece made with Thrifted Items

Posted in DIY Projects | by Morena Hockley, on March 15, 2017

Gorgeous Garden Party Centerpiece made with Thrifted Items

Spring is here and it’s the perfect time for a garden or tea themed party. Combine various thrifted items to create a beautifully unique piece of party decor. This stand would make an elegant centerpiece for any table, and it’s very easy to make! Supplies Used to make this party centerpiece: Plates (3) in different...

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Quirky Wall Hangers That Spice Up Boring Interior Decors

Posted in Design And Concept | by Simona Ganea, on March 15, 2017

Quirky Wall Hangers That Spice Up Boring Interior Decors

Lots of things need to be kept close at hand or put on display so they can be easily grabbed or so they can look lovely on the walls. That’s when wall hooks come into play. They’re extremely useful in a lot of situations such as when you want to hang an extra towel in...

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Turn an Old Picture Frame into a Key Holder

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 14, 2017

Turn an Old Picture Frame into a Key Holder

There’s nothing worse than rushing out of the house to find that you have misplaced your keys. Put a stop to lost keys by using a key holder that you can easily make from an old picture frame. Paint or decorate a frame however you like – plain or fancy. Next, screw in small cup...

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Wide Range of Art on Display at The Armory Show

Posted in Best Of | by Vera Dordick, on March 13, 2017

Wide Range of Art on Display at The Armory Show

Fabulous art was on display in New York City at The Armory Show in March. Held at Piers 92 and 94, the show features works by well-known masters as well leading contemporary artists and up-and-coming talent. Founded in 1994 by four New York gallerists, it is intended to promote new voices in the visual arts. Over the past 23...

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Strong Flavors In Tiny Shells – 15 Small Table Lamps

Posted in Lighting | by Simona Ganea, on March 13, 2017

Strong Flavors In Tiny Shells – 15 Small Table Lamps

Whether you keep on your desk for those times when you’re working late or you put it on your nightstand, a small table lamp is a quirky accessory that can brighten your day (or night) and make everything more enjoyable. So do you have any in mind? As it happens, we’re prepared with some really...

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Warm Brown, Cool Brown, and Wood Brown – What’s the Difference?

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on March 13, 2017

Warm Brown, Cool Brown, and Wood Brown – What’s the Difference?

Much of the mainstream design world has become so enamored with gray as the neutral of the moment that brown has become somewhat set aside. We want to (re)introduce you to brown as a wonderful, beautiful color and a critical part of many home designs. We’re going to look brown in three primary decorating categories...

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Hot Glue Clothespins into a Stylish Table Lamp

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 10, 2017

Hot Glue Clothespins into a Stylish Table Lamp

Lighting fixtures can be very expensive, but you can make your own DIY table lamp from clothespins. Start with a bag of clothespins that have a spring. Glue them together in pairs and then as sets of four, with flat sides together. Make four sets of four and then glue those together. Repeat until you...

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A World Of Modern Lounge Chairs In Images

Posted in Sofa and Chair | by Simona Ganea, on March 10, 2017

A World Of Modern Lounge Chairs In Images

Everyone has an idea of what a lounge chair is and what it’s supposed to look like but few are familiar with the evolution of this piece of furniture and its history. But before we get into such details, we should first review the defining characteristics of the lounge chair. This furniture piece could accurately...

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What are Soapstone Countertops? Everything You Need to Know

Posted in Kitchen | by Vera Dordick, on March 10, 2017

What are Soapstone Countertops? Everything You Need to Know

Stone is one of the most popular kitchen surfaces, and among all the options, soapstone countertops may be the most durable. These natural countertops develop their own patina and character over time, adding texture and style to a kitchen. What is Soapstone? Soapstone is a natural, metamorphic rock whose geologic name is steatite. It gets...

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Gray in Interior Design: Still Going Strong

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on March 10, 2017

Gray in Interior Design: Still Going Strong

It will come as no surprise to anyone who’s had internet access and even a passing interest in interior design or décor over the past few years that gray is the contemporary neutral of choice in interiors. Not only that, but the blend of black and white (and other colors in between; we’ll discuss this...

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Apartment Buildings That Break The Pattern With Their Memorable Designs

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on March 10, 2017

Apartment Buildings That Break The Pattern With Their Memorable Designs

Every apartment building is unique and special somehow which is pretty impressive and quite surprising actually considering how many apartment buildings there are in the world, not just in the big cities but in small areas as well. Some designs are better than other but that’s actually a subjective issue. Not everyone likes the same...

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How To Decorate And Organize Your Nursery Like A Pro

Posted in Kids | by Simona Ganea, on March 9, 2017

How To Decorate And Organize Your Nursery Like A Pro

It’s one thing to furnish or to decorate a living room or a bedroom and a whole different case when a nursery room is involved. All of a sudden the perspective changes and all sorts of cute things come to mind. But cuteness is not all it takes to decorate a nursery. You also have...

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Rustic Décor that Goes Beyond Weathered Wood

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Brittney Smart, on March 9, 2017

Rustic Décor that Goes Beyond Weathered Wood

A rustic design style is often used for spaces with high levels of functionality, such as a kitchen, dining room, or bathroom. This is perhaps because so many of the details can easily be incorporated from rustic elements. What are rustic elements? Let’s take a look at how to define rustic, and then explore a...

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Breakfast Bar Configurations For Casual And Informal Settings

Posted in Kitchen | by Simona Ganea, on March 8, 2017

Breakfast Bar Configurations For Casual And Informal Settings

The interior designs and layouts that include a breakfast bar are very numerous and the fact that we don’t usually think of them as bring special or unusual shows just how common they are. It’s usually the kitchen that gets to accommodate this extra feature. Adding a breakfast bar to your existing kitchen island is...

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Entryway Coat Rack From Wooden Hangers

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 7, 2017

Entryway Coat Rack From Wooden Hangers

It can easily be one of the most disorganized areas of your home: The entryway. Corral that mess of coats and hats with a hanger system you can make yourself. Start with a board that has the dimensions shown. Make five evenly spaced measurements across the board, 3.5 centimeters from the bottom edge. Drill a...

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Guide to Choosing Curtains For Your Kitchen

Posted in Kitchen | by Casey Watkins, on March 7, 2017

Guide to Choosing Curtains For Your Kitchen

Kitchens are one room of the home where there are so many decisions to be made. You wonder about what kinds of appliances fit the space. You ponder what cabinet color to choose. You think about what to make for dinner. The last thing on your mind is probably your kitchen curtains, unless you have the sun...

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DIY Contemporary Hairpin Leg Desk

Posted in DIY Projects | by Brittney Smart, on March 7, 2017

DIY Contemporary Hairpin Leg Desk

Hairpin legs on furniture are so sleek and chic. They’re substantial without looking the part, which is a contemporary aesthetic juxtaposition that is as appealing as it is intriguing. Plus, these days, you can get powder-coated hairpin legs in almost any color and in a variety of sizes, which makes building your own hairpin leg...

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Modern Systems To Help Your Herb Garden Thrive In Small Spaces

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on March 7, 2017

Modern Systems To Help Your Herb Garden Thrive In Small Spaces

Growing fresh herbs at home is wonderful and not just because of how practical it is to always have the freshest ingredients for your meals but also because of how fresh and beautiful the decor becomes. There are a lot of advantages that come with this hobby and you can discover them yourself once you...

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Eye-Catching Wall Lamps Well Suited To Modern Interior Designs

Posted in Lighting | by Simona Ganea, on March 6, 2017

Eye-Catching Wall Lamps Well Suited To Modern Interior Designs

Wall lamps, also known as sconces, are stylish accessories that can really make a space glow. There are many uses for a wall lamp, even though they might not to mind right away. Think of it as a table lamp but on the wall. A sconce is great because it takes up zero space on...

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Trendy Hanging Plant Holder Made From Plastic Straws

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on March 3, 2017

Trendy Hanging Plant Holder Made From Plastic Straws

Small plants nestled in individual hangers are very popular and you can fashion your own from some regular drinking straws. You will need eight straws cut to 13 centimeters long, and four more that are the full length. Thread thin, flexible wire through four of the short straws and join them together in a square....

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Options that Add Warmth to a Contemporary Living Room Design

Posted in Living Room | by Brittney Smart, on March 3, 2017

Options that Add Warmth to a Contemporary Living Room Design

Do you find yourself drawn to contemporary living room décor but concerned about how to warm it up for real life? You’re not alone. The lines and design of contemporary style are fluid over time (today’s contemporary will not be the contemporary design of 2025), but currently they involve a bit of minimalist modernism, which...

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DIY: Coffee Mug Holder Wall Hanging

Posted in DIY Projects | by Katie King, on March 2, 2017

DIY: Coffee Mug Holder Wall Hanging

If you’re someone who loves collecting coffee mugs or are running out of space to store your coffee mugs, then I have a super easy DIY for you! Today’s DIY is all about creating a small place to store either those special coffee mugs, that matching set of mugs you got on vacation, or to...

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DIY Mason Jar Votives

Posted in DIY Projects | by Stephanie Stanesby, on March 1, 2017

DIY Mason Jar Votives

Mason jar votives are a wonderful way to add mood lighting to your home. They are perfect for adding a warm, romantic atmosphere to your valentine’s day celebrations, an anniversary dinner or a wedding. To make these mason jar votives a little more modern, a copper rose paint and XO stencil is sure to add...

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A Closer Look at Olive Color… for “Olivus” (aka, All of Us)

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on March 1, 2017

A Closer Look at Olive Color… for “Olivus” (aka, All of Us)

Olive color is making a comeback in interiors, and for good reason. While this hue and its close relatives were perhaps burned out from overuse four decades ago, olive is actually a useful color to incorporate into design. It’s a neutral, but one with personality. It’s a color, but one that doesn’t scream. Olive color...

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The Stylish Stacking Chairs You Need In Your Life

Posted in Sofa and Chair | by Simona Ganea, on March 1, 2017

The Stylish Stacking Chairs You Need In Your Life

Stacking are very practical and there’s no doubt about it. With so many different possible configurations in which they can be used, there’s really no point in making such distinctions. What we’re interested in today is the way in which furniture designers managed to make stacking chairs look stylish and eye-catching without interfering with what...

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Hot Glue a Trendy Sisal Rope Bowl

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on February 28, 2017

Hot Glue a Trendy Sisal Rope Bowl

Accessories featuring sisal rope are very trendy – and can be very costly. Make your own stylish sisal rope bowl with just a hot glue gun. Choose your rope and a bowl of the size and shape that you want your finished piece to be like. Start by winding and gluing the rope into a flat...

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Built-In Features You Can Borrow From Inspiring Interior Designers

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on February 28, 2017

Built-In Features You Can Borrow From Inspiring Interior Designers

Of all the ways to save space and to maintain an elegant look, built in furniture and accessories offer the simplest and in some cases the most visually-pleasing option. The array of built-in features that a home can accommodate is very diverse and today we’ll attempt to have a look at some. A lot of...

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10 Ways to Give Your Small Front Yard a Makeover

Posted in Outdoor | by Casey Watkins, on February 28, 2017

10 Ways to Give Your Small Front Yard a Makeover

When your home has a small front yard, it’s imperative that you see it as a blessing that you have a space of grass at all. Most of the time, it means your neighbors in the concrete jungle have little to no grass at all on their property. They might not have an outdoor space...

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Classic Baroque Meets Modern Style in POLaRT’s Wild Designs

Posted in Furniture | by Vera Dordick, on February 27, 2017

Classic Baroque Meets Modern Style in POLaRT’s Wild Designs

A jarring jolt of color combined with a stately profile — there’s no other way to describe the uniquely designed furnishings created by POLaRT. The US- and Mexico-based company’s pieces defy strict characterization and have been described as ” fantastic, odd, daring, classic, beautiful, but certainly never dull.” The company’s website also says the designs are...

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Cardboard Cactus DIY

Posted in DIY Projects | by Stephanie Stanesby, on February 27, 2017

Cardboard Cactus DIY

Cacti are one of the biggest design trends of 2017 and this cardboard cactus DIY is a great way to work this trend into your home. Whether you don’t want the responsibility of caring for a living cactus or you simply want to incorporate the cacti trend in a more functional way, With a few...

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15 Best Baby Shower Décor Ideas for a Memorable Celebration

Posted in Kids | by Brittney Smart, on February 27, 2017

15 Best Baby Shower Décor Ideas for a Memorable Celebration

Planning a baby shower for your sister, aunt, roommate, or best friend? It’s such an exciting time, and you want to show your support by hosting a baby shower to remember. Of course, the most important thing is probably a comfortable seat for the mom-to-be (and a place to put her feet up), but after...

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Transform Old Keys Into A Key Holder For Wall

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on February 24, 2017

Transform Old Keys Into A Key Holder For Wall

What to do with that box of old keys? Turn them into key holder organizer! It’s very easy. Simply use two set of pliers to bend the key into a hook shape, keeping the round part of the key (called the bow) flat. Make as many as desired. Next, stain or paint the board that you...

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Stainless Steel Countertops Perfect for Hardworking, Stylish Kitchens

Posted in Kitchen | by Vera Dordick, on February 24, 2017

Stainless Steel Countertops Perfect for Hardworking, Stylish Kitchens

Among all the countertop choices, the most modern and functional just might be stainless steel. Prized for their practicality, stainless steel countertops are the surface of choice in professional kitchens across the globe. And, whether or not you’re a gourmet cook, there are many reasons that you might choose this type of countertop. What is...

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Create A Chic DIY Brass Toilet Paper Holder

Posted in DIY Projects | by Brittney Smart, on February 24, 2017

Create A Chic DIY Brass Toilet Paper Holder

This DIY brass toilet paper holder is going to thrill you. Not only is it the easiest, fastest DIY in perhaps the entire history of DIYs to complete, but it’s also one of the most rewarding end results. Let’s get to it, so you can have your own sleek and sophisticated brass toilet paper holder...

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Industrial Loft With An Open Plan And A Cool Chromatic Palette

Posted in Apartments | by Simona Ganea, on February 24, 2017

Industrial Loft With An Open Plan And A Cool Chromatic Palette

Recently remodeled by Diego Revollo Arquitectura, this apartment is located in the Morumbi neighborhood of Sao Paulo. It measures 100 square feet and its layout was a bit unusual right from the start. It had a mezzanine level and it basically included no walls or separators between the various spaces and functions. But this lack...

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A Few Projects You Should Try If You’re Into Pipe Furniture 

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on February 23, 2017

A Few Projects You Should Try If You’re Into Pipe Furniture 

Pipe furniture is pretty high on our list of useful things that you can craft for your home. The projects are usually simple and there’s a ton of things you can crafts using metal pipes not to mention that you can combine these with other materials to create something more complex and harmonious. Keep in...

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Space and Delineation in Design: Making it Seem More than What it Is

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Brittney Smart, on February 23, 2017

Space and Delineation in Design: Making it Seem More than What it Is

We all know how important the use of space is in great design – space affects the room’s functionality, visual appeal, and design capacity. In fact, to define space, it is: a continuous area or expanse that is free, available, or unoccupied; the dimensions of height, depth, and width within which all things exist and...

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10 Best Floorings For Your Rustic Kitchen

Posted in Kitchen | by Casey Watkins, on February 23, 2017

10 Best Floorings For Your Rustic Kitchen

Rustic decor might be the most satisfying style of decorating to pursue in the home. You get to take your inspiration from the outdoors and bring in all the wood tones and reedy baskets your space can hold. A well styled rustic kitchen in particular is a joy to behold. The creamy hues and rough wood...

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Hairpin Legs Furniture – Stylish Since The 40’s And Still Going Strong

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on February 22, 2017

Hairpin Legs Furniture – Stylish Since The 40’s And Still Going Strong

Everyone knows what hairpin legs are these days and, even if you don’t, the name is really suggestive so you can probably guess what it’s all about. But how did it all start? It’s a pretty interesting story actually and it starts in 1941. At that point, the war put a pressure on everyone, limiting...

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Versatile Dining Table Configurations With Bench Seating

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on February 22, 2017

Versatile Dining Table Configurations With Bench Seating

Compared to the usual table and chair configuration, a dining table with bench seating seems a bit odd and unusual. But before you dismiss the idea, consider the advantages and all the unique features that come with it. For instance, a bench can be perceived as being more comfortable by a lot of people because...

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DIY Copper Wire Heart Photo Holder

Posted in DIY Projects | by Stephanie Stanesby, on February 22, 2017

DIY Copper Wire Heart Photo Holder

Photographic displays can make a house a home. You can personalise a wall with a picture frames and canvases, but there is something simple and easily changeable about a photo wire! A copper wire heart photo holder is a great way to add valentines decor to your home, you can fill the hearts with photos...

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