The temperature of your room can either help or hinder your sleep. Depending on the type of weather that you are in the midst of, you will want to create a space for sleep that is the most comforting based on the weather and the temperature. You can opt for a heavier blanket in the winter and a lighter blanket in the summer. You can even accessorize your living space with blankets, and give … [Read more...]

Small details matter when it comes to design, you can make any room look better when it comes to storage design. You can have storage shelves that can lean up against the wall to give any room a unique look and get some stuff out of your way and onto the shelves to help keep your room more organized. You can even opt for different sizes and shapes for shelves that you can mount onto the wall to … [Read more...]

When it comes to picking a paint finish, it ultimately comes down to personal preference and need. A flat finish will hide bumps and scratches but they're hard to clean so they're best used in places like an office. An eggshell finish is more velvety in appearance and is great for living rooms and bedrooms due to its durability. Finally, a satin finish is great for humid spots like the bathroom or … [Read more...]

You can decorate the interior of your home, while leaving it open for the ever changing decor ideas there are out there. Inspiration is always changing and new ideas are always happening so it's important to leave room for these changes. The wall and furniture colors should be similar to each other, that way you can add some contrasting colors that will help them stand out and give you some … [Read more...]

Homes that incorporate Scandinavian designs tend to have high levels of functionality and simplicity, which is the primary reason as to why they've remained popular over the past 100 years. Those who are opting for a Scandinavian interior should steer clear of artificial colors and materials, as these tend to dilute the timeless quality of Nordic fashions. You can do this through white, marble … [Read more...]

Corey Damen Jenkins is an interior decorator in Michigan. He recently designed and decorated the interior of a home where the couple had very opposite tastes. He found success by combining the tastes of the couple. The husband only liked white walls with no window covering while the wife liked jewel-toned colors with lots of embellishments. So, Jenkins used toned-down colors with a little … [Read more...]

Lisa Tharp's home in New England sit on a picturesque vista of land designed by renowned landscape architecture Frederick Law Olmsted. The designer TMS Architects emphasized the look should combine a California winery building with a European vernacular structure. The result is refined, yet rustic, and something that seems old world in New England. The living room features a warm exposed timber … [Read more...]

Studio Razavi, a design group in Lyon, France redesigned an interior apartment space to liven the normally drab interior with color and form. The use of arches in doorways contrasts against the ordinary square walls. The splash of blue-green color on accent pieces like an alcove, cabinets, and doorway create a burst of color that adds life to a white space. The ceiling is exposed with wooden beams … [Read more...]

Micro-living will be the new way of living for people that don't have much space. It is a new style of living that is ideal for small apartments. Furniture is being designed so it can be folded and hidden into walls. Furniture can be converted into other uses. Televisions can be hidden when they aren't being used. Tables and desks can be converted into bars. Beds can be lifted up and slid into … [Read more...]

The bedroom is an important room in one's home and often molds how one will start their day. The color and texture of the wall will play a key role in how the room will feel to a person. There are several ideas one can apply to their room wall color and texture. The molding of the room should not be overlooked. Patterns and stripes may be bold but can be used in a bedroom. Metallic paint is an … [Read more...]