A Bohemian lifestyle can involve having a unique home filled with interesting, unconventional items. One example would be decorating picture frames with macrame and tassel trim. Another is making a footstool out of a bucket covered in a rag rug. You can also use a piece of driftwood and some furniture knobs to make a jewelry hanger. Other boho-chic ideas include making your own planters or candle … [Read more...]

Grey is the color that often splits the opinions of interior designers. It is very neutral, but it is often thought to be depressing. For some people, it can be soothing. Like many other colors, grey color also had its fair share of periods when it was quite fashionable. Different types of greys will be suitable for different spaces. One of the useful features of grey colors is that when used with … [Read more...]

Organizing by color is not only aesthetically appealing, it's also helpful. And there's no one right way to do it. Some design lovers favor a full rainbow effect, although this may involve acquiring new items for their color. If you don't want to organize all items by color, you can organize each group that way. In order for your color organization to be helpful, you need to think through the … [Read more...]

The cost of a kitchen renovation includes the design fee, appliances, cabinetry, flooring, countertops, lighting, and installation charges. And that's just the basics. As the process moves along, there will always be additional costs, so try to build a cushion into your budget. To save on costs, you can take on some of the projects yourself. The tile backsplash is one area that you can DIY fairly … [Read more...]

Trends come and go, you might like something you see in someones home because it looks new and different, but be mindful of what changes you make within your home, because you might grow to regret them later. If you like a certain finish for flooring, for example, you might want to test drive that same finish and pattern on something smaller and more easily replaceable, like a piece of furniture, … [Read more...]

This home was renovated by people who weren't too particular about a specific style or design that they wanted. They would just collect pieces that they loved from different places and placed them all over the home, and rearranged often. They weren't afraid to be bold and do things a little bit different than what is considered normal. A couple small renovations that were done throughout the home … [Read more...]

Architecture takes something that is beautiful and combines it with some of its other surroundings to create a brilliant visual for everybody who comes to take a look at it. Multipurpose furniture has this effect because it can have multiple uses and be combined with other furniture. For example, there is a set of stairs that is put up between to different types of architecture, old and new, to … [Read more...]

Working from home can be simple if you have an extra bedroom in your house for the office. You can lay out all the items you will need on a desk and just close the door to that office at the end of the day. For those who aren't used to working from home, it can be a bit more challenging to find the space. But, there are some ways that you can pack up your office needs into a small space, like a … [Read more...]

Small spaces, like a 650-square-foot apartment in Chicago, need to be designed with intention in mind. Renter Nick Anderson took that small space and created a vibrant, bright accommodation. Many of these smaller-sized rentals can leave people feeling cramped, so it was important for Nick and his husband to ensure that every part of the apartment was comfortable. They utilize natural light and … [Read more...]

There are many easy ways that you can make your living room look much more expensive than it actually is. First, invest in some good pillow inserts and covers as they last a long time and can make your living room pop. Next, switch out your light bulbs and go with brighter lights as they will help highlight your living room more. Finally, get rid of any dirty or worn out items in your living room … [Read more...]