So you want to build your dream bathroom. The first step is hiring a guy to build all your dream bathroom furniture, right? The short answer is: not necessarily. While custom cabinetry is historically the best way to get a look tailor-made for your space, pre-made bathroom vanities have come a long way since your […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen
Get The Look: Converting A Cramped Kitchenette Into A Stylish Spot To Entertain
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Nov
Nov
Decorating a small space is never fun, especially when it’s a space that sees a lot of use, like the kitchen. Galley kitchens are notoriously bad, because they’re both small and cramped, and much more enclosed than you typically want for a contemporary kitchen. But just because you have a small space doesn’t mean you’re […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends, Uncategorized
Open Up a Small Living Room With a Glass Top Coffee Table
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Nov
Nov
Coffee tables are the centerpiece of your living room – literally; they’re right in the middle of your space, and sit in front of all the rest of your furniture. So while they may not be your biggest-ticket item, they should be front and center when updating your living room. If you crave a more sophisticated […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Lighting
Building A Better Reading Nook: Illuminate Your Space With Swing Arm Lighting
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Nov
Nov
I’m a big fan of reading nooks. As an avid bookworm, they’re a comfy, cozy spot to curl up and read; as an interior designer, they’re an ideal way to fill up an odd spot: functional, visually appealing, and flexible enough to work with the size and style of whatever space you happen to have […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Choosing The Right Vanity For Your Master Bathroom: Getting To Know Your Options
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Nov
Nov
Finding the perfect bathroom vanity for your master bathroom isn’t an exact science. After all, not all bathrooms are created equal, and every couple is different. Whether you have overlapping morning routines or strictly separate bathroom schedules, your needs are going to be different, and the bathroom vanity you choose should reflect that. The first […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Dining Room Furniture and Decor, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Get The Look: Building A Formal Dining Room With A Posh Contemporary Feel
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Nov
Nov
Dining rooms occupy a somewhat odd space in the contemporary interior design world. In terms of popularity, they’ve long since lost to open floorplan kitchens and greatrooms, which means these days a good dining room is rarely going to be a design spotlight. But the reality is, lots of us still have dining rooms, which means […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Luxury Pet Beds – Combining Comfort For Your Pet With Style For Your Living Space
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Oct
Oct
Finding a decent pet bed isn’t hard. In fact, you can find basic, mat- or cushion-style pet beds at basically any pet store or megamart. But finding one that both you and your pet can appreciate might be a little more complicated. Conventional pet beds take up a lot of floor space and border on […]
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Oct
Oct
It’s the spookiest time of the year, and the scariest thing around is how cheaply-made the outdoor decorations from your local Halloween store are. If you plan to put out decorations in October and keep them there all month long until the big night, you can’t have your scary creatures blowing away in the wind. […]
Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Lighting, Outdoor Living
Chandeliers For Every Room: Using Classic Lighting Fixtures Elevate Your Decor
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Oct
Oct
Lighting design has come a long way since the invention of the light bulb, but while these days it’s possible to find lighting fixtures in almost any shape or size, sometimes sticking with the classics is the best way to make a statement. Crystal chandeliers with old-fashioned, candle-style bulbs have their own iconic charm, and […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Lighting, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips
White Bathroom Vanities: Choosing The Right “White” Finish For Your Bathroom’s Lighting
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Oct
Oct
White bathroom vanities are a tried-and-true staple of bathroom design, and a go-to way to get a clean, timeless look for your space. But white can be a deceptively finicky color to work with, because it can change dramatically based on the quantity, quality, and color of light in the room. White paint picks up […]