Do you love the creative side of home decoration, but hate the stress of matching your curtains to your carpet? Turned off by the thought of trying to pick themes and colors from a limited list of ‘fashionable’ choices? Looking to transform your drab bedroom to an inspiring refuge? Bohemian decor operates on the concept […]
Industrial style bathrooms have skyrocketed in popularity lately. But this look can be difficult to replicate, especially if you don’t live in a converted loft or warehouse. One of the biggest challenges is working with the slightly weather-worn features that are so iconic of the style; reclaimed wood, exposed brick, and old concrete or steel […]
With enough creativity, just about anything can be considered art – from pencil sketches to found objects. But all too often, when we’re decorating our walls, we limit the definition of “art” to paintings, prints, posters, and photographs – basically anything flat that you can stick in a frame and hang. But stepping outside that […]
In interior design, everything comes around again. These days, though, it’s easier than ever for antique elements to see a resurgence. Why? Because antique replicas have common, affordable, and easy to make. You don’t have to go hunting for an heirloom piece just to get a look you want anymore. It’s also becoming more common […]
Shaker style vanities have been a huge staple of the design world over the last year, but in 2016 you can expect shuttered bathroom vanities to start stealing some of the spotlight. Like shaker style cabinets, shuttered cabinets are simple yet classic, with a humble, streamlined appearance and a subtle old world feel that make […]
It’s that time of year again, when taste-makers, trend-setters, designers, and analysts all start talking about color – new trends, new palettes, and one breakout color to lead the design world for the coming year. But 2016’s color of the year is more than a little surprising. In contrast to the vibrant gem tones of […]
It’s easier than ever to buy just about anything online, and I don’t just mean books and movies. More than ever, a whole world of design elements and decor are just a click away. It’s entirely possible, these days, to buy everything you need for a bathroom remodel without venturing farther than your computer. But […]
James Martin Furniture is one of the top manufacturers of luxurious, high-quality bathroom vanities, and their collection is always expanding and changing to keep up with the latest design trends. Sometimes those changes are small, like adding a new finish color to their existing bathroom vanities, and sometimes larger, like adding full new design sets […]
I love lighting. I love rooms that get lots of natural light, rooms that are well lit, and lighting fixtures that flatter the spaces they’re in. I also love it when designers take a hop and a step out of the norm to try something fresh and new. Chandeliers are lovely and iconic, sure – […]
Over the last few centuries, sofas have gotten pretty square. While antique couches are all curves and flourishes, most contemporary designs are simple, streamlined, and rectangular. The more modern the design, the more pronounced this trend is, with many contemporary designs sporting nothing but perfectly straight lines and sharp angles. The corollary to that, though, […]