Wallpaper is a wonderful way to decorate a room, and can be put down on any surface. However, sometimes you move into a new place that has wallpaper which you don't like and want to paint over. People recommend against painting over wallpaper, but it can be done successfully with the correct preparation. You need the right gear, including potentially a respirator, and you want to clean the walls … [Read more...]

Natural sunlight in the home is good for you because it gives you a dose of vitamin D, which is an important vitamin to have since it helps with your mood and other aspects of your overall health. There are ways to allow light into your home so you can have a source of vitamin D at all times. You can have glass doors on your patio door to let natural light in. Glass blocks are also a good idea … [Read more...]

Attics are often forgotten spaces in a home as they are unconditioned, cramped, dirty, and hard to access. There are several examples of homeowners that have taken on the challenge of converting these undesired spaces into bedrooms, living space, play areas, and offices. It is often helpful to take advantage of what is existing like rafters, floor boards, and chimneys as unique design features … [Read more...]

We've delved into the spring season, and your home can probably use some refreshing decor to celebrate the mild weather and emerging nature. You can start by styling your home's surfaces by including new accents or changing the design of your mantel. You may also want to upgrade the bedding in your room to a white cloud the as this tends to give off a much more refreshing vibe in comparison to … [Read more...]

You may want to put off updating your bathroom because you are worried about the expensive cost, but it doesn't have to cost a lot of money to get it done. So, instead of waiting to hit the lottery to update your bathroom you could just follow a few tips. Putting on a fresh coat of paint is a good start, it'll make the room look much better from the get go. Vinyl flooring is also inexpensive, as … [Read more...]

Lou Watkins lives in a 1930s house in Kingswood. Lou has filled the house with vintage piecesh and she created a library garden room because of her wide selection of books. Lou has also added beautiful artwork to her home. Lou loves that the vintage items in her home tell a story. The downstairs is an open plan, so it is important to add a creative color flow. There are beautiful blue cabinets in … [Read more...]

Mid-century modern design first appeared in the mid-1940s and has since grown in popularity. The style mixes different materials, with wood and brick often used in a rustic fashion. The furniture is simple and classy, often made from Formica, plastic or acrylic. Accessories are used to add pizzazz in the form of vases, abstract paintings or sculptures. The colors of the style are earthy and … [Read more...]

Spring is a time for change and growth. When it comes to decor there are many opportunities to take the lessons of spring an try new things to freshen up your living space. Wood that has been untreated or painted is a great way to add warmth and texture to a space. Painting is almost always on the table for decor, and in the spring pastel colors are perfect. It can help to add touches of … [Read more...]

Decorating a small place can be a challenge, because you want your space to have personality and a unique look but not be too cluttered or impede your ability to function properly. Here are some tips and ideas for how to decorate your small space. You want to keep your floor clean, so consider shelves or nightstands to move your belongings onto the walls. Consider folding furniture, and make the … [Read more...]

Marble is a common design for your kitchen because of the style that it brings to your home, and more and more people are using this design because of how it looks. There are different types of marble though, one type of marble has a more flowered appearance, and another form of marble has a more vein like appearance. The vein like appearance marble is more statement making and therefore, more … [Read more...]