Time has been a little wonky in 2020. So it hardly seemed strange that – instead of releasing their new catalog in spring as usual – James Martin Furniture announced their latest updates as a summer collection…in the beginning of fall. Strangeness of timing aside, their new and updated vanity collections are well worth the […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Lighting
Don’t Let The Dark Get You Down: Upgrading Your Lighting for Winter
29
Sep
Sep
With daylight’s savings plunging us into darkness once again, you may be wondering how to beat the winter blues that comes with it. One of the simplest ways to do it is to combat shorter, darker days and the lack of sunlight by upgrading your lighting fixtures. What kind of lighting should you look for? […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Dining Room Furniture and Decor, Furnishing Ideas, Kitchen, Uncategorized
Use a Bar Cart as Trendy Multipurpose Furniture
25
Sep
Sep
With the rise of multipurpose furniture, the bar cart has been getting a lot of attention. After all, they’re versatile, multi-function pieces that look great and don’t take up much space. You can use them indoors and outdoors, for parties or decoration, and arrive ready to use. It’s a small way to personalize a number […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
A Quick Guide To Choosing A New TV Stand for Your Living Room
13
Sep
Sep
So you’ve bought a new TV and now you need to get it set up. But getting a new TV movie-night-ready isn’t just cords, consoles, and cable boxes. It’s also getting your TV at a good height, your add-ons well stored, and your screen beautifully displayed. In fact, choosing a good TV stand may be […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Put A Desk In Your Entryway: Building A Surprisingly-Effective Home Office
05
Sep
Sep
I’ve spent a lot of time lately brainstorming new ways to squeeze an extra desk or two into a home that doesn’t really have space for a full home office. After all, I’m far from the only person navigating remote work for the first time. Whether it’s just you plugging in your laptop or a […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Get The Look: Three Ways To Make Your Rental Living Room Pop
30
Aug
Aug
Renting the place you live – whether it’s an apartment, house, or otherwise – can really put a cramp on your ability to decorate. After all, lots of the easiest ways to express yourself through design (aka painting and hanging art) are almost universally banned in rental homes. But even if you’re stuck with white […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Storage-Smart Coffee Tables To Make The Most Of Your Living Room
28
Aug
Aug
Coffee tables are the centerpiece of almost every living room, but despite their prominent positioning (and near-ubiquity), they aren’t always the most useful – or stylish – pieces of furniture. The good news is, your coffee table can be more than a remote-rest and clutter-catcher. Especially if you’re working with a small space, or short […]
24
Aug
Aug
A reading nook is a budget-friendly project that transforms an unused corner of the house into a visually pleasing and rightly functional piece to catch up on your book club reads in peace and quiet. All you need is a cozy surface to sit on and plenty of light to guide your eyes. Depending on […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips
The Big Secret To Spa Bathroom Design (Hint: It’s Storage Cubbies)
14
Aug
Aug
These days, the goal of most bathroom remodels is to transform your space into a relaxing, rejuvenating destination; a spa retreat right in your own home. But any project with this goal is bound to run into the same problem. Hotel and resort bathrooms are designed to host guests for a day or two, with […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Outdoor Living
Smart Outdoor Furniture To Dress Up Your Small Deck or Patio
11
Aug
Aug
Summertime is meant to be spent outside. But not all of us have a large and lavish porch or deck to spend it on. Small outdoor spaces can be frustrating to decorate, too; so much outdoor furniture is sized for a big deck or patio. But there IS hope for smaller spaces. Space-saving outdoor furniture […]