The reception desk is the first thing visitors get to see when entering a hotel, office, salon, etc. It’s where guests are greeted and it says a lot about the whole establishment in general. It has to look friendly and interesting and modern reception desks usually have these things covered. They come in all sorts...
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Vaulted ceilings have been popular architectural elements for centuries. Their design has changed with time. At first, they used to be very ornate and complex. Now, modern architecture features simpler versions of those ancient designs, with simple lines and less complicated styles. Speaking of which, vaulted ceilings are extremely versatile and they can be integrated...
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“Ciao,” the friendly word for both “hello” and “goodbye” in Italian, makes it the perfect word to greet guests as they come and go from your home. Constructed of heavy duty, indoor/outdoor grade materials (including the adhesive!) this rope mat can be made in an afternoon and adds a hint of quirky international flair to any...
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A dining table is useful in every home, whether you’re having family dinner time every night or you use it a few times a year. But whatever the case is, you don’t want the table to occupy a ton of space in your home all the time. Remember the good old drop-leaf table? It’s a...
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There are basically three ingredients you need to grow healthy and beautiful succulents in your home: soil, water and sunlight. It sounds really easy when you put it this way and it really is simple. Succulents don’t require a lot of maintenance. They pretty much take care of themselves and you have more time to...
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Getting bogged down with cords? This little DIY charging dock not only helps to organize your devices but also provides the perfect spot to charge your phone. It makes a great addition to your night stand or office! Supplies you’ll need for Charging Dock: wooden box thick piece of cork xacto knife piece of corner...
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“Herringbone” is a pattern with a distinctive “V” shape. It originated as a weaving pattern (think twill fabric), but herringbone has become a hot pattern for a variety of home designs and styles. It slightly differs from chevron in that the herringbone pattern breaks at each section’s reversal, whereas chevron is a continuous zigzag.
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Ever been in a hot air balloon? What a wonderful feeling that is! Hot air balloons are a symbol of freedom and they also spark our imagination and creativity. This makes a really cool source of inspiration in the case of the sphere of interior design. Hot air balloon decorations and decors can take a...
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Did you know that changing your desk also changes the way you work? Or that if you spend a day at someone else’s desk changes your workflow? The environment you work in affects you in ways you don’t even realize. In other words, if you have a really cool desk with cool features then the...
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Fall is a perfect time for partying, don’t you think? There’s a nip in the air, there’s a general feeling of festivity all around…which means you need to throw a party! It doesn’t necessarily have to be a Halloween party, although it can be. Lots of things happen in the fall season that could use...
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A bed that’s so comfy and cozy you never want to get up, a nightstand that’s always there to keep your phone within arm’s reach, a super comfortable mattress and pillows with lots of character. These are the ingredients you need to create the perfect design and Ikea bedrooms know exactly what to offer you.
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Halloween is definitely a holiday that people either go all out for or they do very little. Whichever way you tend to lean, it’s a fun excuse for adults to decorate like children and try to spook the pants off their household and/or their neighbors. If you’re interested in creating your very own haunted house...
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Whether you prefer ultra-modern minimalism or character-filled traditional style (or anywhere in between or aside), chances are you still need entryway storage. As people come into and leave their homes, there are certain things that, no matter who you are or what your story is, are helpful to have available.
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That start of October means it is time to get up those Halloween decorations! Add a bit of the holiday without overdoing it or breaking the bank with these cute little DIY sweater pumpkins. They can be made in all different shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. Bonus- you get to repurpose last year’s outgrown or...
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I think we can all agree that, often, less is more in design. Well, good news – Halloween décor agrees with us when it comes to spooky silhouettes! The great thing about silhouettes is that they say so much about an iconic item, whether it’s a pumpkin, a witch, a spider, you name it.So prepare...
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Painted floors are a hot item in home décor right now. They’ve been around for years, of course, but they have recently taken a turn for the popular. The great thing about a painted floor is the great thing about painted anything else – paint provides immediate gratification and instantly facelifts the old, highlights the...
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Decorating the house and getting it ready for Halloween is the most fun part for a lot of people. Sure, kids enjoy to go trick or treat and to shop for costumes but that’s a whole other thing. Let’s go back to those fun and spooky decorations. Ever considered making your own? Homemade Halloween Decorations...
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Remember when you used to enjoy designing a face on a big orange orb and then pulling out the seeds and lighting it up? Those were the good old days. However, with the advent of Pinterest, it seems almost a crime to put a normal old Jack O’ Lantern on your front porch.
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Adding Halloween decor to your home can sometimes be tough as you may feel that you have to sacrifice your style for store-bought items that fit awkwardly into your space and overwhelm you with bright blacks and oranges. You could skip the store-bought decor this year and incorporate some homespun holiday style into your space...
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I love bookshelves as much as the next guy – Ikea’s Expedit shelves, to be specific, although it’s saddens me that they’re a discontinued series. They are wonderfully functional and clean-lined. The problem, for me, lies in optimizing their functionality with style…and doing it on a budget. Of course, there are loads of coordinating boxes...
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A corner you can use for storage or for displaying collections is better than an empty corner. The transformation is easy when you’re using a corner bookshelf. They can take a variety of shapes, sizes and designs, depending on the look and style you prefer. Here are a few examples and how corner shelves can be...
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While in most cases the fireplace itself is the main attraction, the focal point of the room it’s in, sometimes the accessories and the décor around it can take that role. Wood-burning fireplaces require wood and storing it in a fashionable way can either be difficult or wonderful, depending on the path you choose. Firewood...
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Let’s talk bamboo flooring, shall we? It might sound exotic and, frankly, a little intimidating if you’re not sure what, exactly, bamboo is and how, exactly, it would work as a floor. This type of flooring is becoming more and more popular, due to a variety of reasons we’ll discuss below. Read this article to...
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With the start of a new school year comes thoughts of the fall season. It may seem like summer just started (if your still-full To Do list is any indication), but the truth is, fall is right around the corner. Start warming up your space and decorating for fall all at once with these 21...
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Patterns and prints are often used to make spaces feel more attractive, inviting and beautiful overall. Polka dots are among the most versatile designs. They can look just as lovely in the kids’ playroom, in the master bedroom or in the living room and there are tons of ways in which they can be used....
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Faux painting can be a tricky business. The idea of “faux” in front of anything means that it’s a fake, a copy, a tacky-ish version of the real thing. While it’s untrue that “faux” things are always inferior to the real deal, it’s important to take care in creating a beautiful finished product. Faux painting...
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There are a lot of tiny apartments in New York so we weren’t surprises to find out this one measured only 242 square feet which is around 22.4 square meters. The surprise was to see how lovely the place was decorated.
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Location is key when building a vacation home so naturally, the top of a cliff seems like an extraordinary and hard to refuse option. Up there you feel like you can rule the world and take in all its beauty at once. Cliff houses are definitely amongst the most amazing and inspiring ones. Concept Cliff...
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Do you have an old, ugly lamp hiding away in your storage gathering up dust and taking up precious space? Let’s bring that baby out! With just a few quick tweaks, you can transform even the ugliest of well-shaped lamps into a show-stopper. Let that lamp take center stage and become the belle of the...
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Running out of dresser storage space or looking for an alternative way to store and display accessories? This little hanging wire facade for over the door not only adds charm to a room, but it is also perfect for holding lightweight extras that you may want to keep in easy reach. Perfect for scarves in...
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Teenagers are awesome creatures. I mean that. Many bemoan the fact that teenage-hood is approaching or is upon them, but when you take a step back and realize what is happening to that teenage person, it’s an incredible thing to behold. They’re becoming educated, making informed decisions, becoming who they are as individuals, and expressing...
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Airport lounges are not typically the ideal space you had in mind if you were to have a few hours to kill before you board the plane but, as always, there are plenty of exceptions. These are not cold and soulless spaces with no distinctive characteristics. They’re designed to be more than just comfortable and...
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Imagine waking up, climbing out of bed, and stepping not onto ice blocks that are your morning floorboards but instead onto a comfortably warm floor. Sounds nice, doesn’t it, especially at the approach of cooler fall, and then downright icy winter, weather. The way to achieve this toasty method of home heating is through underfloor...
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Do you say “Yes, please!” to modern brass lighting fixtures that you can make yourself and customize to your own space? Or maybe you’re of the train of thought where DIY lighting fixtures seem overwhelming and intimidating and scary.
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Nobody really spends a lot of time on the hallway or on the staircase but this doesn’t mean these transitional spaces don’t need to look chic and beautiful. If you want the ambiance to go from neutral to welcoming and pleasant, the solution is very simple: use a hallway runner with visual appeal. How to...
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Whether you have kids or not, I’m sure you enjoy looking at all the cute things you could one day include in their room’s design. There are so many cute boys’ and girls’ room designs out there it’s hard to even make a plan. So relax, lie down and start with the ceiling. Think about...
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The facade of a building is the first clue that tells us that structure has something special to offer. A cool facade is the representation of the architect’s creative vision and desire to desire to impress with something unique and out of the ordinary. With so many things that could stand out, you can always...
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Decorating a bachelor pad can be really challenging for any of us, even if at first it doesn’t seem to be so complicated. A bachelor pad should entirely represent the one who lives in it. Hobbies, preferences in terms of art, ways of entertaining guests, style, colors, furniture, all of these plus tones of other...
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No matter how big or small your backyard is right now, it probably has the potential to be one of your family’s favorite hangout spots. You don’t have to sacrifice style or aesthetics for a family-friendly backyard, either.Here are 20 fabulous ideas to create your dream backyard for plenty of family fun. Get inspired, then...
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Once strictly confined to the baby’s nursery décor, pastels have come a long way from being the juvenile hues of choice to being a perfect setting for sophisticated, grown-up spaces. Pastel colors have many benefits – they are soft and soothing, they are varied, they are versatile, and they can be fairly neutral when necessary.
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Looking for a customizable piece for the wall? Use embroidery thread and fabric to create a fun monogram wall art piece. This vintage-inspired floral fabric gives this DIY a quaint feel and is perfect for a child’s room. Or pick a more modern fabric for the living room or studio. The perfect use for those...
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Undercounter refrigerator drawers have lately become increasingly popular in modern and contemporary kitchens. They’re an ideal addition as they don’t only provide extra storage but also enhance the functionality of your kitchen and can serve as a focal point. To learn more about these features, check out these great designs.
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Whether you want to gain some privacy for your living room work station, to separate the seating area from the bedroom or to put a wall between the dining area and the rest of the open floor plan, these room dividers from IKEA work great in every case and, more than that, they even let...
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Are you sick and tired of having your makeup area look like a tornado hit it? It’s time to find some solutions and get your pretty self organized, ladies! With just a few simple tweaks, your makeup setup and routine can go from drab to fab. Here’s a fantastic girl’s guide to makeup storage, including...
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Although they may give out a traditional vibe, kitchen subway tiles never get old. They a timeless and classical detail that can be adapted to suit any kitchen and style. There’s more than one way in which you can use subway tiles on your kitchen backsplash and also more than one type. One way of...
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Cleaning and organizing the fridge is one of those tasks we all try to avoid and to postpone for as long as we can. When you think about it, fridge organization should be a priority on our to-do lists but, in order to make it a success, you need a few clever tricks up your sleeve.
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As far as this subject goes, floating staircases are probably the most popular and common feature that comes to mind but there are actually others even more common you may even have in your home right now. We’re going to explore pretty much all the possibilities and let you decide which ones you’d enjoy including...
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Want your home to make a good first impression but not sure how to go about it? Landscaping the front yard can certainly be a daunting task, even without taking into account the added pressure that comes from needing to have great curb appeal. The good news is, there are no across-the-board “RIGHT” and “WRONG”...
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Got a super-small studio apartment? Just because your square footage may be lacking doesn’t mean your style has to be! There are actually quite a few tips and tricks to decorating a studio apartment stylishly…and smartly. We’ve put together a guide of some basic ideas and strategies to help you make the most of your...
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Expandable dining tables are always good to have in the house. You never know when guests decide to pop by, and just in time for dinner. Don’t think of this as an inconvenience but an opportunity for you to make everyone feel welcomed and to impress with your sharp cooking skills. So bring out your...
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Stuffed animals may be cute and cuddly and both kids and adults love them but finding proper storage for them often proves to be a problem. You want to use as little space as possible so putting them all in a big box seems like a practical idea but you also want to display them...
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Kitchens are a critical part of a home, both in living in a home and selling/buying. What is more, the design of the kitchen countertops plays a huge role in the appeal of a kitchen – what material was used, how easy to maintain, how they look, how they hold up, and many more considerations...
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Flowers are a great way to add color to your home. But you need to use vases that are stylish and match with your home decor. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to add your own DIY touch to vases. This tutorial uses recycled wine bottles, so it’s both inexpensive and eco-friendly. And most importantly,...
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Ask your kids for playroom design ideas and they’ll give you crazy answers. But maybe you’re on the right track. You have to be a little crazy when designing a playroom so you can make it fun for the kids. but there has to be a well-thought plan and a practical side to everything. Here...
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Our last inspirational article for today will focus on pallet furniture. We’ve already pretty much covered all the bases when it comes to this concept but there’s still one aspect to be discussed. The following projects show you how to use whole pallets to create practical furniture for your home. No cutting and disassembling is...
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Moving into a new home is certainly an exciting time! A fresh start, a new layout, an opportunity for finally getting organized once and for all. Once you’ve moved and have finished (or at least made a significant dent in) unpacking the boxes…and boxes…and more boxes… you might feel like you’re presentable for some guests....
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Concrete is an incredibly versatile material that can be used in a variety of projects, both large and small. This project is fairly small, but it’s also pretty simple and can add a touch of trendy industrial style to your home decor. Here’s how you can make your own concrete painted candle holders.
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This is a house located in Hong Kong, a place where space is always a problem. However, for every problem there is at least one solution. In this case, the architect responsible for the remodel of the house managed to turn the space into an open and airy home.
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Create this clever table runner with a couple of extra pillow cases and a few fun embellishments. We chose nautical pillow cases for summer and finished them with a few rope tassels for a summery feel but this DIY concept can be applied to any pillow cases you have on hand!
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Weaving seems to be all the rage lately. While simple wall hangings are a great way to show off your weaving skills, there can be more practical ways to add the same color and texture into your home decor. If you have houseplants, you can consider weaving a hanging plant holder. It’s probably easier than...
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Does your home smell good? I mean, does it really smell good? Because, let’s face it, life can get in the way, busy and important items on our agendas can overtake our senses, and sometimes that leads us with either a home that doesn’t smell particularly fresh…or, worse, one that downright stinks. And a home...
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Coral is one of those colors that goes with a vast array of shades and style genres. But not all of them have a contemporary, serene sense. Some are loud, some are bold and others make you feel at home, relaxed and stylish. That’s why, today, we’re shining a light on serene coral combinations. Pairing...
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Small bedroom interiors are usually very straight-forward and simple and it’s why they often get overlooked. Yet small rooms are often the most difficult to work with, simply because you have to be clever when choosing all the details of the decor in order to fit everything inside while maintaining a pleasant and inviting ambiance....
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Montana Labelle is a young interior designer from Toronto and has plenty of things to offer in this field. Not only she decorates a certain space, she tells a story about it and each detail has a meaning. In 2013 she launched her design and lifestyle firm, and although she is still at the beginning,...
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It can take a while to warm up to the idea of having exposed bricks in the house but once you get to see how charming they can look, you start looking for more ideas. There are plenty of ways for you to take advantage of such an accent detail. Try an exposed brick backsplash...
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This time of year, many people are starting gardens and building up their collections of flowers and houseplants. So it’s important to keep all of your plants properly labeled. There are plenty of different ways to do this. But if you want an incredibly easy approach to plant labeling, consider these basic wooden plant markers.
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Whether it’s raining outside or whether it’s scorching hot, you can always find protection under an umbrella. And while it may seem like a very simple and unpretentious item, there are more varieties of umbrellas and more design variations than you think. Extremely versatile, use them on your patio, terrace, by the pool or even...
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Planning a kitchen remodel? Do things right from the start. The first step should always be research. It’s important to analyze all the options before making a decision. Also, be organized. Focus on one thing at a time. For example, what type of flooring do you prefer? Tiles sound nice but they’re a safe choice....
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Enjoy spending time outdoors? Well, who doesn’t? But enthusiasm and good weather aren’t enough to make this summer unforgettable. If you really want a blissful experience, you should invest in a few accessories. Designed to enhance your pleasure during these gorgeous summer days, these modern accessories are exactly what you should look for. Amazing 3-In-1...
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I’ve spent weeks trying to figure out the best way to wall-mount my TV in the living room. It’s not an easy decision to make, especially when the whole design of the living room furniture depends on it. Wall-mounted TVs look great when paired with open shelves because they make the contrasts less obvious.
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Every room has dead spaces and these are usually the corners. But for every such space and for every room there are lots of ways in which you can creatively make better use of your floor space. Corner beds are an excellent idea and there’s more than one way in which you can style them....
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Simple wooden benches offer unique and versatile seating options. But simple doesn’t have to always mean boring. If a plain wooden bench doesn’t exactly match with your decor aesthetic, there are plenty of options for customization. This project features a pretty basic geometric pattern that’s incredibly easy to do and requires very few supplies. Here’s...
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Need a little more curb appeal to make a statement with your home? Perhaps a manicured front yard can do the trick. Make an outstanding first impression and your guests will feel welcomed and amazed at the same time. Check out these modern front yard landscaping ideas for more inspiration. Spruce up the yard with...
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There’s something open and refreshing about a well-kept studio apartment, where parts of a person’s existence are exposed upon walking through the front door. While this might strike fear and angst into the hearts of many, studio apartment life offers enough perks that it might make a tempting housing option. If you live in a...
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Summertime means time outdoors with friends and family. Brighten up your exterior living space with these colorful and fun DIY outdoor candle lanterns that will be great accessories for even the smallest of spaces.
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Perhaps because their look is often so similar (many argue that it’s practically impossible to differentiate between quality laminate and hardwood flooring; others disagree), laminate and hardwood are often compared as viable flooring options.
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Sure, decorating with simple, monochromatic tiles has its perks but how about a more unusual approach? Don’t let your home become just another predictable space for your guests to add to the list. Use pattern and colors or, better yet, mix and match them for a unique look. Need a little bit of inspiration? Try...
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Do you have some couch pillows that need some sprucing up? Tassels are pretty common decorative accents for pillows. And it can actually be really easy and inexpensive to add your own. Here’s a tutorial that uses some common supplies you likely already have around your home.
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Everyone likes being productive and efficient at work, whether your office is in a downtown high rise or in the hallway closet of your home. No matter how much you love what you do, you likely will appreciate (and benefit from) having an office space with vibrant and successful energy vibes. Feng shui decorating might...
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What kids love most about the summer is the fact that they get to spend a lot of time outdoors. This provides you as parents with the perfect opportunity to get crafty and to turn the backyard into a fun playground. There are lots of great ideas you can try and make sure you also...
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Concrete fixtures are very popular in modern interior design because they define this style so well. Concrete bathroom sinks are particularly trendy these days. They’re simple but they make a strong statement so if you’re looking for a way to add some style to your bathroom, try one of these designs It will give you...
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It’s the time of year when most people start putting together their gardens and floral arrangements. Whether you plant flowers, vegetables or herbs, it’s important to have containers that match your decor and personality. It’s also important for you to label each of your plants so that you know how to properly care for them....
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Summer is in full swing and that means it’s time for the outdoors! To light up those magical evenings, create some fun customizable strand lighting. Here we used vintage jello mold tins on our strand, but the same concept for creating these can be used with other dome-shaped objects such as dixie cups, cupcake liners,...
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Before starting your own DIY patio furniture projects, there are a few things you should consider. First of all, don’t let yourself get overwhelmed by the details. Not all projects are complicated and we sure know it. Picture your patio and think of all the possibilities. All of these are great week-end projects so pick...
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Compact kitchens change the way we look at this particular area of our house. Having a big kitchen with everything you need is what anyone wishes for. But there’s more than one way of getting function and being practical and space is not always needed. As you’ll see in these next examples, you can fit...
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Once July 4th hits, you’ll want your house dipped in a bit of the festive pride. And what better way to start adorning your house with nods to our Independence than with a welcoming wreath to all of your guests. Cover the front door, dress the back door and maybe even sprinkle some around the...
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Spring is here, and that means it’s time for many people to spend their weekends outside tending to their gardens. If you love gardening or just have to pull weeds every now and then, there’s no point in using boring garden tools. Here’s a really easy way to transform them into really fancy looking tools...
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Ceilings are not exactly the main detail that you pay attention to when you first enter a house, but they do have a major impact in maintaining a sense of freedom and space. Everybody knows that these are vital if you want to create that particularly welcoming feeling! A room with low ceilings may give...
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Doormats tend to get a little worn out after awhile. But you don’t have to just let your mat fade over time. Instead, you can actually use some colorful spray paint and even incorporate some stencils to give your doormat a bit of a facelift. And since it’s one of the first things people see...
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Looking for an iconic gift for Father’s Day? You can’t go wrong with the classical Eames Lounge Chair. It’s a piece that revolutionized furniture design and it even became the subject of documentaries and books. The reason why this chair is so popular is because it’s simply perfect: comfortable, elegant, flexible and versatile. It’s something...
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Ever used the term “gabion wall”? Sounds a little strange but it’s basically just the marriage between rocks and wire. These two simple materials are very familiar and, taken separately, they can be very useful and versatile when it comes to DIY projects. But what about the two combined? This duo also offers a lot...
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How do you plan and design your garden when you’re living in the city? Surely it has to be more complicated than for those living in the countryside. One trick we’ve learned is that if you light the garden properly you can turn it into a wonderful oasis by creating the impression of having another...
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There are several terms that refer to this type of bed. Mostly known as a Murphy bed or a wall bed, this is an awesome feature for small bedrooms.They let you save space without compromising on comfort. Also, there’s a lot more flexibility and the room can be a relaxing oasis at night and an...
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Speaking as someone who is just starting to design and plan the kitchen, I know there are lots of great ideas out there and, although I’m trying to come up with the perfect combination, I know that when I’m all done I’ll find some more great features I wish I thought of before. But it’s...
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Keeping a home organized can be tough. Finding containers and labels for everything doesn’t always lend itself to the most attractive home decor. But there are ways to stylize your organization. Here’s a simple tutorial for labeling glass jars or containers that you can use to store a variety of different items.
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As much as one can enjoy the company of others, sometimes we all need our privacy, whether it’s in the office or at home. It’s not always easy getting that but furniture and accessories like these ones it all comes natural. They were all designed with the privacy issue in mind and they’re something you...
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When decorating a room, we base our color choices on our preferences and, while that’s ok most of the times, color selection is not exactly a simple process. Each color has different effects on the human body and mind and it’s important to take these into consideration, especially when decorating the nursery room. After all,...
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Looking for a fun way to dress up that plain old toss pillow? Using scraps of fabric, sew these simple flowers to create a lushly embellished toss pillow that will quickly spruce up any space! A fabric pillow is perfect to dress up your plain old sofa or a lovely outdoor space like a front...
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If you’re looking for a family-friendly DIY that can bring everyone in the house together and still turn out something super functional and adorable, why not dress your plain, dull white plates up a bit? Create a pair for your parents or send them off to college with your daughter who needs some dishes for...
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Flowers are a popular staple in many homes, particularly during the spring months. But one of the drawbacks to flowers is that they don’t always last very long. There are ways, however, to keep you flowers around for longer than a week or two. Pressing is one very popular method. And the tutorial below shows...
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