A weird layout can be a hindrance to the design of an inviting environment. A functional room does not have to look plain and an old fireplace can get new life with an electric insert. Repurposing old furniture with new a design and upgrade can make something old look new and fresh. When a room is neutral, when it comes to color it pops bringing a warm and cozy feel to it. Hiding chords and … [Read more...]

If you want your home to be friendly to visitors then you'll want to try one of these 12 entryway tricks. You can make a small space look bigger by getting rid of clutter and adding a mirror. You can use accents to make your entryway pop with contrast. You can get rid of clutter by using cubbies for storing jackets and shoes. Try to make your entryway fit the rest of your home and don't be afraid … [Read more...]

Moving in together is an important part in any relationship, as it further tests the compatibility and commitment. When this move happens, there is a need to merge two styles when it comes to interior decorating. This is often not easy, regardless of gender identification, but it can be especially hard for heterosexual couples. Although we may not recognize it always, there is commonly observed … [Read more...]

In this home from the 1970's, homeowner Chantal really liked the retro feel but was not in love with all the brown. Chantal didn't feel like buying new cabinets was a good move financially so she just painted the lower ones green-blue. She painted a mural on the soffit and used a fallen tree to make wood shelves. The original plan was to tear things down but she figured out how to love her new … [Read more...]

There are many ways that you can add some different flair to your fireplace. Adding brick is a great way to add some new style and some new flair to your home decor. If you aren't crazy about the traditional color of bricks, you can whitewash the bricks to make them stand out in a different way. You can also make them look rustic. No matter how you make the bricks look around the fire place, you … [Read more...]

The kitchen is a favorite space for many homeowners. It is a place where we do practical tasks like cooking, but it also serves as a focal point where tenants often gather. We create many memories in it, from social gatherings to drinking and laughing with family and friends. With that in mind, it is not surprising to find that kitchens are often the subject of makeover and remodeling projects. … [Read more...]

Kitchen islands add real versatility to a kitchen. They can add a work space, extra seating and storage as needed. They can also become a main focal point of a kitchen. A kitchen island on caster wheels is a wonderfully practical option for smaller kitchens and can consist of a few cabinets and drawers and a butcherblock countertop. Small spaces need practicality as well. A unique but … [Read more...]

Each person's Zen area will end up quite different from one another. Maybe someone has a dedicated space and another may have only a corner of a room. Even closets can work to establish a sense of quiet and peace sometimes needed in a chaotic environment. You need to decide how it is going to be functional for you for your peace. Is it going to be a quiet carved out space for reading or … [Read more...]

Staying at home can start to feel like captivity in a pandemic, with chaos and clutter adding to the depressive state of a home. Homes need to be stress free safe zones and a few tips from Feng Shui can help. Keep color schemes neutral and stress free, two of the colors that remain popular are gray, beige and white. De-clutter the area and create space. Lighting can also be a factor and opt for a … [Read more...]