When we think of a traditional home office, we might think of a room in the corner of the house full of heavy wood furniture and book-filled shelves. A lone desk lamp is likely perched atop a large desk, and a window is there almost as an after-thought. If this is your idea of a...
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Houseplants can be a great decorative feature in any home. They can also help to improve air quality, cover up bad scents and muffle loud noises. The benefits to keeping plants around are plentiful, but so are the different ways to display them. Of course you can keep plants in traditional pots or in a...
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As soon as you move into your new place, there are some things you should put on your Priorities List to get settled. Here are some tips to make your new house a home. Give it a Good Clean. Cleaning your new place is the first thing you should do so that you feel you...
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The first libraries have been around since 2600 BC and back then they were nothing more than archives or clay tablets in temple rooms. With time, they evolved into imposing structures and respected buildings all around the world. Modern libraries now take the concept one step further. 1. The new Library of Birmingham. This is...
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Ottomans are fun, they’re functional and they come in a surprising variety of colors and funky shapes. From rounds to squares, they’re more than just a place to rest your feet after a long day at work. Whether it’s for the guest room, the home office or the family room, you’d be surprised how much...
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Just because you live in a space where square footage is in the low-hundreds doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style and comfort. Quite the opposite is true, in fact. Small apartments are ideal spaces for fine-tuning and focusing our style. Shelves, shelves, and more shelves. Obviously.It may take a bit of creativity and modification,...
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A lightning bolt of color in your home is easily achieved with cobalt blue. This deep, striking shade can update your décor and give it something electrically charged. Here is how to use it in your home. 1. Sing the Blues. Mixing different shades of the same color can create a softening effect in your...
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Are you drawn toward abstract artwork? Does your heart thrill at the sight of a clean-lined sofa? Do you find yourself de-junking regularly? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you are a prime candidate for achieving a contemporary style in your home. What does “contemporary style” mean, exactly? In a nutshell, it...
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So you’re not made of money and can’t necessarily afford to implement everything your heart desires after browsing post interior design websites and magazines. Welcome to reality. It can be a struggle, certainly, to implement a look or try to recreate the feeling of a space when your heart says one thing and your wallet...
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Concrete is, believe it or not, a very versatile material. It’s not used just in big projects and buildings but also for smaller, DIY projects. You can make all sorts of things out of concrete and it’s actually quite easy. It’s a material that allows you to shape it however you want without too much...
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Kitchens are a unique space in our homes, and they play a unique (and prominent) role in our lives. By definition and tradition, the space is function-centered – food is prepared and cooked in the kitchen. But modern kitchens are so much more than a food prep zone. They are the heart of the home,...
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We’re usually pretty curious whenever we see a tiny apartment because it’s an opportunity to see what great design techniques have been used to make it comfortable and functional. The result: we’re always impressed by something. For example, in this case, what I like most about this apartment is its puzzle-like structure. It’s basically a...
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If you’re the type that enjoys occupying any free time with fun DIY projects, then I’m sure you’ve at least once looked around you and tried to find something in the house that you could transform or repurpose. Even something basic or something with a very specific purpose can be used for such a project....
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Having a TV in the bedroom has become a must. It’s nice to have something to watch before you go to sleep. But with comfort also come disadvantages.Have you even considered taking the TV out of the bedroom? It can be quite healthy. Here are 10 good reasons to do that. 1. You sleep better....
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Happy Halloween! For those of us who happen to love decorating at this time of year, we’ve seen enough orange and green and purple to last us a lifetime (or, at least, until NEXT October…). You might be surprised to discover that other color combinations are perfectly capable of exuding a sense of eeriness and...
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Decorating, renovating and basically anything that has to do with interior design is definitely not easy work. But every once in a while you come across an idea or a project that’s so simple it blows you away. For example, I’m sure you’re aware that stump tables are a big focal point in any room....
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Perhaps you’ve been made aware of this, but if you haven’t heard already, Benjamin Moore has announced the 2014 Color of the Year: “Breath of Fresh Air.” The color is a lovely powdery pale sky blue. There has been a shift in recent years toward hues with a “lighter touch.” Pastels with depth. While grey...
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Have you ever noticed that five of the seven wonders of the ancient world are buildings? Why is that? Well, if I had to guess I’d say it’s because people have been fascinated with architecture since the beginning of time. We always try to experiment and to build amazing things, to push the boundaries and...
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Are you in charge of a Halloween-themed party? Are your kids so anxious for Halloween that they can hardly sit still and need something to do to pass the time? Does your home need a last-minute touch of festivity (or two or three)? Pom-poms to the rescue! We’ve rounded up eight adorable DIY Halloween projects...
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Technology is a wonderful thing. There are so many different apps and online tools available to help people with a variety of projects. And home design is no different. Here are 10 apps to help with various aspects of home design and renovation projects. Dream Home. Start your home décor app adventures with some inspiration....
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30 square meters is hardly enough space for a single person to feel comfortable in. It’s not even close to what most people consider to be the ideal space for a regular home. And yet such tiny apartments do exist and people do live in them. When you think about it, it’s not about the...
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With Halloween fast approaching, you may start seeing neighbors and friends pulling out all the (décor) stops to prepare for the festive night-of-the-dead. Which is fun for the masses and definitely creates a great Halloween ambiance and experience. However, you may not have the inclination or time to go crazy with your own décor this...
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Bold colors are on-trend for Fall 2013. While this is exciting news for those of us who love color, it can be a little intimidating to know just how to incorporate such boldness into our homes. After all, it’s the nature of bold colors to stand out – which is a good thing only when...
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A big part of the essence of Halloween is the darkness, the blackness, the spookiness. Which is why I think that lighting fixtures – the opposing force of such darkness – have such a great opportunity for setting the stage for the season. Whether you have grandiose plans to deck your halls in cobwebs and...
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It’s no surprise that jack-o-lanterns are abundant at this time of year; after all, I think they were invented specifically for Halloween. (Don’t quote me on that, though.) It’s definitely fun to carve a jack and place him, where else?, on the front porch steps. But if you’re looking to do something a little different...
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Mirrors create light and give the illusion of space, no matter what room you decide to use them in. They’re a great piece of decor when you need an extra lift. But, if you want that same benefit, plus extra texture and interest, then you need to try and create a mirror collage. Cluster different...
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Most of us probably don’t have as large of kitchens as we would like. It seems like there is always plenty – and then some – of stuff to fill the cupboards and drawers and spill into overflow storage areas. While we might need to take a step back and look at this as an...
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The size of an apartment is, of course, important but it’s not always the element that defines the place. There are plenty of homes that are small but look amazing and plenty of huge homes that are designed poorly. It just so happens that we found an apartment that may be a little too small...
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Statement walls are all the rage, and it’s easy to see why. Creating an entire room full of brightly colored walls or floor to ceiling photos can be overwhelming, but getting creative with one wall while leaving the others fairly neutral is a great compromise between practical and stylish. There are many different ways to...
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I know what you’re thinking – Halloween is practically here and your house is woefully under-decorated this year for some reason. Some years are just like that, and it’s perfectly fine. But if you want some last-minute, very fast and very easy Halloween decorations that you can throw together out of stuff you probably have...
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Whether it’s a matching set for a newlywed couple or a single table in a single lady’s new studio apartment, every woman needs a nightstand with a bit of feminine charm. Girly decor or a specific vintage style, there are fun and funky ways to make the nightstand look personable, fashionable and a bit more...
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With no fewer than six maple trees bordering my front yard, I am no stranger to the falling leaves of Fall. While I actually enjoy raking the masses of leaves into huge mounds for my children outside, I also fully appreciate the beauty of one single fallen leaf. The edges, the veins, the shapes and...
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Bright colors and patterns can be a great way to add personality and style to your home, but including them in large quantities can seem overwhelming, particularly in a smaller space. Luckily, there are more subtle ways of including bright colors in your home. Here are a few different places to include colorful details that...
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Whether it’s a matching set for a newlywed couple or a single table in a bachelor pad, every man needs a nightstand with a bit of masculine flair. Industrial decor or a specific vintage style, there are fun and funky ways to make the nightstand look personable, fashionable and a bit more macho. Let’s take...
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A living space that exudes a feeling of lightness is a must for homes as it has a direct effect on your mood. Light furniture and breezy fabrics can also increase storage space while creating a sense of whimsy. Choose Curtains that Allow Light Inside. Fabrics are an important part of your décor and they...
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We’re all used to Cape Cod styles and boxy shapes when it comes to our homes. It’s expected and it’s traditional, and it’s rare that we see anything different when it comes to any building or piece of architecture. But what about those homes that show off a bit more shape than the usual four-sided...
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I know it, you know it, we all know it. There is simply not a better resource than burlap when it comes to Fall-time DIY craft and decoration projects. I mean, the stuff is organically textural, earthy-toned, and downright rustic – a perfect complement for Fall weather and activities, no matter what your typical home...
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Halloween is fast approaching – under two weeks away! It comes at a perfect time of year, too, when days are shorter and clouds hang lower and the air is chillier. Which makes the spooky factor of the holiday all the more fun. Here are ten wonderfully and frighteningly ideas to lend a little Spook...
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For many years the kitchen has been a place where contemporary, sleek, sophisticated and simplistic designs have come to the fore. But as we are now fully ingrained in 2013 it would seem that cosy kitchens have found a place in the heart of home owners everywhere. And why wouldn’t you want to go down...
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There’s something incredibly mysterious and dramatic about the look of a glass house. Although the entirety of the building may not actually be made of glass, the floor to ceiling windows of any style house give an extra bit of bold beauty that traditional homes cannot recreate. Let’s take a look at some amazing glass...
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Blue houses are more traditional and yellow are more quaint. White houses stand out and brown ones can get lost in the shuffle. The key to major curbside appeal is in the combinations of colors, from the shutters to the siding. Today, we’re filling you up with lots of exterior inspiration in the form of...
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Halloween lanterns are a must have. Halloween is just not complete without them. Of course, when you say lantern you immediately think of pumpkins but those aren’t the only designs you can use. There are tons of other ideas and numerous wonderful lanterns you can make yourself using other materials. For example, you can make...
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It has be true to say that a fireplace is the focal point of a room, whether it is in use or not. Nowadays, we may spend more time relaxing in our living rooms staring a screen, rather than the hearth, but the fireplace remains the big draw on the eye, particularly when the room...
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It is usually small spaces that are considered problematic because you need to create the feeling of a larger space. But sometimes larger rooms can be equally tricky! It might not be easy to fill them up or know how to deal with high ceilings or extra areas. Here are some tips. Separate the Living...
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Halloween is a very special day every year. It’s also a great time for a party. But the decorations you normally use on such occasions don’t exactly suit the event. On Halloween you have to embrace a particularly different kind of décor. Here are a few ideas that can help you get your mind focused.
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Living alone has its perks although company is often preferred. For example, cooking only for one makes things a little easier. However, it can be difficult to find appliances that fit in a kitchen designed for a single person, if that’s even something you take into consideration. We managed to find such an item. It’s...
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An old chair is not necessarily a disposable chair. In fact, the older it gets the most valuable it should be as it becomes an antique, with lots of character and details that are unique to its era. Still, this doesn’t mean that it has to remain intact and that you can’t change its appearance....
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Marble is a material with great potential. It looks sophisticated and elegant but, of course, it’s also a little pricey. However, if you opt for items such as a coffee table with a marble top, you get to enjoy the great attributes of the material without having to go through tedious renovations and without having...
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Located in Florence, Italy, this house is very interesting for one main reason. It’s interior design is an odd combination of antique features that give the space a rustic and cozy feel and futuristic element with sci-fi flair. The house was designed by Simone Micheli who managed to bring these two styles together in an...
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What makes a home look appealing when you first approach it? Is it the color of the exterior, the design or maybe it’s the little details such as the flowers at the windows. Well, window boxes are definitely one of the elements meant to make a home look beautiful and one of the few details...
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The contemporary style is more difficult to describe than others simply because it’s a style that contains everything that’s unusual, unconventional and new. Of course, there are a few elements that let you distinguish it such as the minimalism, the clean lines, geometric shapes and the use of vibrant colors. But there are so many...
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Something old and something new? It’s not always easy to combine a modern, trendy home with traditional aspects. Here are tips on how to strike the perfect balance. Bring in Antiques. When set against a modern background, antiques can be a lovely traditional addition to a room and they provide personality. However, don’t go overboard...
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The crisp, warm smells of the fall are just one of the many reasons it’s such a favorite time of the year. From spicy cinnamon to cozy vanilla, Autumn deserves rich aromas that make you want to relax, curl up with a good book, watch the leafs fall from the tress in the backyard and...
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Floral patterns have long been popular. They have earned their title as an interior style staple and thus will never be deemed outdated or unfashionable. However, every traditional trend needs fresh impetus. If patterns, influences and combinations were to remain stagnant then we wouldn’t get new trends year-on year and excitement for decorating would be...
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Organizing a party is not easy. But it all pays off when you see how great everyone feels and how fun the whole thing can be. Making sure your guests have a great time requires effort and you’ll want everyone to remember how wonderful it was. It’s what party favors are for. And since the...
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Rustic weddings can be very charming and beautiful and there are lots of great ideas you can use when it comes to the décor and everything else. For example, if you’re planning an outdoor ceremony, you could have straw bale seating instead of the usual chairs. This way your guests will really get into the...
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It’s almost Halloween party time and everything has to be perfect. So get your decorations out of the garage and maybe even make some new ones. A DIY project sounds like a great idea right now, wouldn’t you say? Let’s see what we can do about it. Banners. An easy project would be a banner....
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From Princesses to the classic Mickey Mouse, the entire world loves the magic of Disney. And what’s great about Disney, is the spread of themes and inspiration you can get just by flipping through the channels, popping in your favorite animated feature film or visiting one of their amazing theme parks! The music, the color,...
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The days of needing to buy perfectly matching furniture sets are over. No longer do you need a love seat that’s just a smaller version of your sofa and side tables that are just the same as your coffee table.In fact, your tables, shelves, chairs and other furniture don’t even need to be the same...
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Purple is the color of royalty and richness. It’s warm and inviting but still very sophisticated and bold in design. It adds an amazing pop for the simplest of rooms but also bodes well in spaces that have lots of patterns and prints. It’s also a perfect shade to use all year round and we...
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Shower curtains are very important in a bathroom’s décor. They are often the element that adds color to this space. a colorful shower curtain sheers up the atmosphere and gives you a refreshing and beautiful start in the morning. The curtain is also an opportunity for you to create a theme in the bathroom. And...
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21 square meters is usually the size of a small room which could be better if it were bigger so it’s very difficult to imagine how one could live in such a tiny space and call it home. But sometimes interior decors can surprise you. Size becomes less important when you have functionality and comfort...
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Once fall gets comfortable in your region you start to notice all sorts of changes in nature. For example, your garden suddenly doesn’t look as fresh and cheerful as it once did. But this doesn’t make it less beautiful. Instead of being sad that summer is gone, how about you embrace the new season and...
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Mediterranean-styled rooms are beautiful and warm. Here is how to specifically design a Spanish bathroom. It’s easier than you might think! Create a Dome. Arches are a common element found in Spanish décor and they can make a bathroom gain some traditional charm. The dome area in the bathroom could be the perfect spot for...
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Carving pumpkins can be very fun and it’s something that became a tradition for Halloween and for fall in general. But, even though it’s fun, it’s also messy so sometimes it’s best to just go with something simpler. No-carve pumpkins can be just as beautiful if not even more. Let’s take a look at some...
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I can’t say that I’m a passionate collector of salt and pepper shakers but I definitely prefer a more fun and unusual design to a traditional one. These little things can add a fun touch to your kitchen and dining table and all it takes is a funny shape or a suggestive design. Given the...
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A powder room is just a rather more fancy way of referring to a bathroom or toilet room. It’s primarily designed to be used by guests. The term may also refer to a women’s restroom, usually in a building open to the public. Just like in the case of a regular bathroom, the powder room...
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A combination room is one that has double uses. For instance, it might be a bedroom and study or kitchen integrated into the dining room. You need a bit of extra care when designing a combination room as you want to invigorate it with style while ensuring the room’s contrasting functions do not clash. Here...
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The coffee table is the element that brings together all the other furniture in the living room so it has a very important role. This puts huge pressure on the one choosing the design. But here’s an idea: instead of counting on somebody else to elevate your living room to the rank of a stylish...
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You might not consider the décor idea of using antiques in the bathroom, but this room can be elevated to new décor heights by bringing in something with personality. Here are some tips to create old school charm. The key is to do so in such a way that you bring home stylish elegance. Vintage...
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We used to think that 30 square meters were very little space for basically anything but then we found this place. It’s an attic space found in Paris, France. Attics are already difficult to work with because of the slanted ceiling so imagine such a space measuring only 16 square meters. Theoretically, there’s not much...
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Flooring is perhaps the most basic and essential element of any space. It can’t really get any more practical than something to stand on. But just because it is necessary doesn’t mean it has to be boring. There are plenty of ways to add colorful flooring to your home, but you must keep the rest...
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Once again, it’s almost time to get ready for Halloween. Get your costume out of the closet and the decorations out of the garage and set the mood. Of course, a priority has to be the front door. It really needs to make a statement. After all, most of the visitors don’t even get to...
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Choosing the centerpieces for a wedding or for any other event is not an easy decision. There are lots of ideas you can use and lots of materials to take into consideration. Flowers are the most common choice but your work doesn’t end once you decide on a specific species of flowers or on a...
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Each home is unique so decorating it is a very personal thing. Every choice and decision you make needs to be based on facts and preferences. So instead of giving you advice on how you should decorate your home without knowing all the details, we’ve decided it’s better to tell you what not to do....
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We’ve already shown you a bunch of great ways in which you decorate pumpkins for a funny Halloween and for an artsy or scary Halloween but we haven’t paid much attention to the glamorous side of the holiday. So here’s how you can make glam pumpkins not just for Halloween but for a beautiful fall...
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We now go to Carinthia, Austria where we found this beautiful lakeside residence. But it’s not the actual main residence we’re interested in. We want to explore and take a closer too at the extension that was added to it. It was a project by Spado Architects and it’s quite interesting. The extension has three...
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You all know that we love DIY projects and we always try to bring out the originality and uniqueness of each one. But there are certain things you should never try to do yourself. Some projects are better left to a professional. Not everyone might agree at first but they all change their minds once...
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It’s a quintessential symbol of femininity and it’s a dainty little piece of sparkle that can top off and finish any design. From banisters to organizational boxes tucked away in the closet. And you’d be surprised what a bit of ribbon or twine could do to such a small space. Check out some real-life examples...
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Your home office should be just as inspirational, if not more so, than a away from the house cubicle at a multi-person space. Pristine and ready to be used, nothing says wow like a bright and white office chair sitting at the desk. From the most eclectic and funky of rooms to the most modern,...
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One of the biggest challenges that you have to overcome when you’re decorating a space is finding a way to integrate the corners into the whole design. The corners often remain empty and it’s just a big waste of space. There are lots of ways in which they can be efficiently decorated. Here are a...
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For a home owner, it’s important to know that his house looks beautiful and that people look at it with pleasure and even admire some of the features.The curb appeal of a house is given by a multitude of elements. There are lots of ways in which you can make your home look great and...
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The living area should be one that is relaxing and peaceful. When you get home from a hard day at work you want to unwind and chill out. The decoration of your living room plays a vital role in whether you are allowed to do this or not. After all, if your living room is...
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Staircases are often overlooked parts of a home. They’re seen as just a means of getting from one floor to another. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have a little bit of fun decorating them and making them your own. Since they’re often small and confined, it might seem a little bit difficult to actually...
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We are constantly trying to include nature into our homes by growing plants inside the house and by using other symbolic elements. But how about something that’s both simple and of great impact? The key is branches. You can use them for a multitude of amazing DIY projects such as: Branch shelves and decorative accents....
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Cabin-inspired décor is always a winner when it comes to making the home cozy, and it doesn’t only have to be an option during the winter months. Here are some great ideas for bringing trendy cabin décor into a space. A Modern Take on Cabins. Cabin décor does not need to make you think that...
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Finding flat apartments smaller than, let’s say 40 square meters, is very difficult. And even if you manage to find something like this, it’s usually a cramped space with small rooms and lack of space. But today we came across this beautiful apartment. It’s a flat with a total surface of 37 square meters. It’s...
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Scandinavian designers are famous for their minimalism and appreciation of simplicity and functionality. They strip the designs to their basics and they manage to capture style in a very pure form. When it comes to furniture, Nordic designs are easy to distinguish. For example, if you see a table without any unnecessary details or purely...
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Whether you live in Charleston, South Carolina or just love the style and relaxed vibes a beach home can bring, there’s a lot to take notice of and be inspired by when it comes to any Oceanside house. From the pure, pastel colors, the delicate, architectural details and the whimsy doors and windows, when building...
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I’m constantly amazed at how much I find myself wishing for more space. “If only I had an extra bedroom to put stuff in.” “Another closet here would be great. A walk-in, that is.” “Where am I going to keep all this?” The truth is, though, that when I buckle down and organize the spaces...
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If you’re anything like me, you find home design and décor inspiration just about everywhere. It’s a fantastic feeling, I think, to be inspired…but sometimes translating that inspiration into reality can be a challenge. In this article, you will find a few inspirational photos of how some homeowners have maximized their staircase space (often, this...
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You might wonder how exactly you can have a library if you don’t have any books. Well, it’s very simple. All you need is the right type of wallpaper. With the right print and the right pattern, wallpaper can be used to create all sorts of illusions. In other words, you can create the impression...
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The façade of a house is mainly for everyone else and not for the inhabitants. The house needs to look pretty for those walking by it and for the guests. So people usually choose to make their houses look bright and to paint it in cheerful colors. But, when you think about it, all colors...
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Are you getting bored with the furniture you have in your home? It’s only natural. As time passes, what was once new and exciting starts to look familiar and boring. But the solutions for that are numerous. Turquoise. For example, have you thought about painting your furniture? It could help you give it a fresh...
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Certain things, like a canoe, are specialized on a very particular domain and this makes us think that they only have one use, the intended one. Nevertheless, there’s always room for creative thinking. You already know that a canoe can look good on a wall if you have the space but here are 17 more...
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The kitchen island has become the core of this part of the house. It usually has a central location and it gained popularity thanks to its functionality and versatility. Kitchen islands with built-in stoves or cooktops are often more appreciated, especially in modern homes where simplicity is the key. In such cases, a range hood...
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Choosing a bedroom wall color can be stressful – there are so many options available, and we’ve all heard the saying that lighter colors make rooms seem bigger. I’m here to tell you, however, that dark walls in the bedroom are an uber sophisticated route. Rich dark tones colors can make your bedroom, whether large...
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This building is located in the Bayou neighborhood of New Orleans and it was originally a gas station. It was built in 1918 and then it was preserved as a furniture-building shop and jewelry-making studio for a period. In 2003 it was put on the market and an artist names Robert Guthrie decided to buy...
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Although ceiling beams best define the rustic interior decors, they are actually popular and versatile and they can complement any type of décor. They add something beautiful to any style. We often see modern or contemporary interiors that feature exposed ceiling beams. In these types of decors, the wooden beams add warmth to a space...
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Are you thinking of redecorating the bedroom? Or are you starting fresh in a new apartment? Have you bought your first house with your loved one and want to make the bedroom, for the both of you, the most special of the rest? Well, it’s time to start talking colors. Have you thought about the...
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