Multi-colored Interiors
| January 8, 2012 | Posted by carly under Other Rooms |
One of the biggest challenges of decorating a home is making sure that the separate spaces around a house work in harmony to create a greater design vision. This is particularly true when it comes to paint color. You don’t want to paint your entire house the same color – that could be boring. But… more
Small Space, Big Style
| December 19, 2011 | Living Room |
I’ve spent exactly half of my life living in apartments 1100 square feet or less. So you can imagine I’ve seen my fair share of small spaces, awkward spaces and even windowless spaces. I think small and awkwardly shaped spaces pose the biggest challenge for DIY decorators, but I’ve learned over the years that with… more
A Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Update
| September 13, 2011 | Bedroom |
Here we have a spacious and bright bedroom with a good start on furniture and and some nice features like a fireplace (on the left wall just out of the photo) and bright window. There are few challenges with the not-so-flat far wall and ceiling beams, but with a little creativity, we tie this room… more
Make a Headboard (and a Statement!) with Fabric
| June 17, 2011 | Bedroom |
I’ve been trying to update my guest room/study for the last two years. I started out with a bold chalkboard wall, which serves as both an accent wall and a place to scribble notes. And I love it! For some reason, though, the rest of the room just wouldn’t hang together. The Floor Plan So… more
A Small Kitchen Gets Big Style
| June 10, 2011 | Kitchen |
No matter what the size, a kitchen update is always a big deal. It not only makes cooking more fun, it instantly adds value to your home. And while cabinets and appliances are the big-impact pieces, it’s important not to neglect the walls or the accessories. This reader is in the process of updating her… more
