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Cabinets are a huge part of a kitchen design. When designing or remodeling your kitchen, you'll need to choose between painted and stained cabinets. Here are some pros and cons of each, to help you decide which is the best fit. Pros and Cons of Painted and Stained Cabinets Painted Cabinets If bright and bold is your design style, painted cabinets are the way to go. Choosing painted cabinets...
Use These LED Lighting Hacks to Accentuate Your Space-1
You might not be familiar with the term "light-emitting diodes", but you see their effects everywhere. Light-emitting diodes are better known by their acronym: LED. This is the technology that has made light bulbs smaller, more effective, longer lasting, and eco-friendlier than Thomas Edison ever dreamed possible. They can also transform your home in ways incandescent bulbs never could. Take a...
Stay within Your Remodel Budget
Every remodeling project is a balance of design and budget. When it comes to creating the space of your dreams, you'll often need to choose between the two. We're sharing tips for sticking with your budget, without sacrificing style. Hire a Professional You may think a designer or decorator is outside of your budget, but hiring a professional is actually a great way to ensure you stay within your...
Helpful Tips for Starting a Home Décor Project
Winter's woes are behind us and it’s time to start sprucing up for spring. If you're like most, you have a ton of things you'd like to do to your home but tackling these tasks can be incredibly overwhelming. We've comprised this quick guide to help you get started with your next home decor projects. 1. Look Around and Make Notes What's prompted you to want to change your decor in the first place?...
10 Design Musts for Your Kitchen
When it comes to designing your space, you'll often need to sacrifice some elements to make room for others. Below, we're sharing ten elements designers add to their own kitchens, from the practical to the extravagant. Use the list to discover your own ideal kitchen features. 1. Custom Drawers While many of us stick pots and pans in whatever empty cupboard we can find room in, designers agree...
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The staircase is a functional element in a home that is often overlooked when it comes to interior design. But it doesn’t take much to transform your staircase from mundane to an eye-catching accent piece in your home. Here are a few ideas to inspire you with ways you can highlight your staircase. Ways to Make Your Staircase Stand Out Unique Stair Runners Stair runners are a great way to add a...
When to Plant Vegetables in Las Vegas
While people in other parts of the country are still zipping up their warm weather gear, here in Las Vegas we are already welcoming spring and summer temperatures. The start of the frost-free growing season for our region is mid-February, so if you haven't already begun planting your vegetable garden, now is the perfect time. The first step to successfully growing vegetables is planning out the...
Consider These Factors Before Meeting with a Designers
Working with a designer is a great way to ensure your home has incredible style, smart function and a customized feel. It’s important to have a detailed idea of how you want your home to look, in order for your designer to fully bring your vision to life. There are 6 important questions you should ask yourself before consulting with a designer. 6 Factors to Consider Before Meeting with a Designer...
Choosing LED Lights for Your Home
They last 25 times longer than traditional bulbs, they contain absolutely no mercury, and each year, they save homeowners impressive amounts of money in annual energy costs. They are LED light bulbs – and if you're the type of person who appreciates cost savings, you're probably going to want to start using them. That said, not all LED light bulbs are created equal. Some are warm-toned and some...