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If you're like most homeowners, you spend a good amount of time in your living room every day. The design and decor you choose for this space can set the tone your entire home, so it's worth taking some time to ensure that it's both comfortable and beautiful. Are you thinking about trying something new, but aren't sure where to start? Here are a few of the most popular current trends to help...
“Crafted Modernism” is growing in popularity among homeowners and designers. It is a unique design style intended to create a timeless look with durable materials. Here’s everything you need to know about this form of interior design, and how it is changing the game: What Is Crafted Modernism? Crafted modernism refers to a set of architectural guidelines that seek to create a structure with...
Use Gold in These Places in Your Home
This new year is begging for a return of the decadence and eloquence of the Roaring Twenties. A century ago, art deco and jazz reached their cultural peaks with people focusing on modernity and new technology. Now, a hundred years later, it is a great time to look back and move forward with its inspiration. If redecorating is on your mind, consider adding some gilt finishes to your color scheme....
Your master bathroom is meant to be a place of relaxation. Whether you want an opulent, elegant look or a minimal, sleek design, your countertops play a large role in the aesthetic of the space. Here are some top choices that are versatile, durable and easy to maintain: Natural Stone You have many fabulous options when it comes to stone: granite, marble, slate, limestone, and soapstone, to name a...
It is estimated that the global home décor market will experience a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.9% up until 2025 when it is expected to be worth $792.6 billion. Color plays a critical role in your home décor. The color you choose will not only affect aesthetics, but also people’s moods. One color that is trending in interior design is classic blue. Here are some ways to incorporate it...
Give Your Kitchen a Fresh Look with These Fast and Easy Tips
A kitchen renovation project can be both time-consuming and costly. You may want to give your kitchen a new look but don’t want an entire makeover. The good news is that you can still glam up your kitchen by making specific updates that won’t hurt your bank account or take much of your time. Quick Updates to Give Your Kitchen an Easy Facelift 1. Fresh Paint A coat of fresh paint can revamp a...
Tastefully Incorporate Green into Your Powder Room Design with These Tips
Next to your living room and kitchen, the powder room is probably the most visited area in your home. As such, it is important to ensure that your powder room is functional and neat. One great way of giving your powder room a reinvigorated look is by incorporating the color green into its design. Green is associated with nature, and its calming and refreshing effect on people can make a room...
Add These Colors to Your Home for a Fresh Look This New Year
Are you looking for an easy way to breathe new life into your home's interior decor? A fresh coat of paint can do wonders, especially if you choose some of the new year's most popular trending colors. Every year, the color management company Pantone announces their picks for the colors they expect to see used most often in interior design. By taking a page from their book, you can give your home...
Solve Your Storage Dilemma with These Unique Pantry Alternatives
There are few things worse than living with a kitchen that doesn't have enough pantry storage space. By thinking outside the box, you may be able to solve your storage problem once and for all. Check out these five super-creative pantry alternatives: Storage Hacks to Create More Pantry Space in Your Kitchen Add a Stand-Alone Cabinet Assess your kitchen space and determine whether there's room to...