Proper ventilation, level of privacy, external light sources, and ultimate comfort are all factors to be considered when choosing a window design that meets your needs. Different styles of windows are better suited to certain architectural styles of home. For example, casement windows work well with ranch style homes. Consider the look, placement, and proportion of new windows internally and … [Read more...]

Redecorating a room can be as big as putting in floors, painting all the walls, or putting in all new furniture. There are a few ideas you can try if you're not ready for a big-budget rework. Try to use photograph techniques to bring a focal point in your room. You can put a couch in the corner with pictures that draw the eye to the corner. This can make the room feel bigger. Key Takeaways: … [Read more...]

A full redecorating spree can be both costly and disrupt your daily schedule. If you're feeling the need to change things up there are smaller scale, cost-effective methods to utilize. Rearranging your furniture is a quick, inexpensive way to change the look of a room. Give some of the items you own a fresh coat of paint or a new dye job. Add small bits of a bright accent color, complimenting your … [Read more...]

Having a small house limits the choices and options when it comes to personalized home décor unless you cross the line where your decorated house becomes a cluttered house. A couple of doctors in Melbourne, Australia, managed to make their space lively without crossing that line. The space is only 450 square feet big, but it feels bigger due to the masterful use of color. In addition, they have … [Read more...]

Wall décor is a great way to personalize your space and it can be done without breaking the bank. Many different styles can be pursued and you can rotate your stuff on a regular basis. Large size wall art can dramatically change the perception of the space it’s placed in. You can also create a gallery wall, where you can group the artwork according to your preference. Tapestries are a great … [Read more...]

The area at the foot of the bed can be transformed from a somewhat awkward-looking spot to an aesthetically pleasing motif that can double as extra storage space, and there are multiple ways of doing this. Something as simple as an old chest or trunk can work if properly accented with furnishings. A hamper or shoe rack can make for small yet effective ways to fashionably store items, and a dresser … [Read more...]

Designer Jonathan Gordon, the owner of Design by the Jonathans, LLC, renovated a 1930s-era kitchen in a home located in New Haven, Connecticut. The home was situated in a historic district and combined elements of Victorian, Tudor, and craftsman architecture. The kitchen, located at the rear of the house, originally was fairly small and cramped, so the wall separating the kitchen from the dining … [Read more...]

Small space living was always a necessity for those who could not afford larger space housing, but in recent years living in small or even tiny spaces has become very trendy. No matter what the reason for this lifestyle is, the main challenge is having enough storage options for your stuff. There are many ideas that can yield more space. Bedside tables and beds are often not utilized for storage, … [Read more...]

In interior design, one of the most maltreated colors is purple. Although, purple is a dynamic color that comes in different tones and shades that will bring life to any home interiors. Since this color is often associated with nobility, splashes of purple mixed with pink can provide a regal to almost any room. Other common interior colors that work well with purple are golden hues, vintage … [Read more...]

Your home should be an oasis of peace and relaxation, separated from the chaos of the outside world. There are plenty of products on the market that will help you escape from reality and retreat to your comfortable living space. Zen gardens provide a calm-like atmosphere for your home and make a great decorative piece. Also, you could hang a mandala rug on the wall as its abstract design will … [Read more...]