Category: Living Room

Living Like a Student in Barcelona

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How romantic! I would love to be transplanted to Spain, living in a little apartment with some fellow student roommates. Barcelona is such a gorgeous and friendly city, it’s definitely a living situation to envy. At least I can live vicariously, pretending to decorate this sweet little space: Room Setup These students asked for a… more

Furnish a Dining Room from Scratch

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When I upgraded from a studio apartment to a 1 bedroom and then again to a 2 bedroom, it was always fun figuring out how to fill the space. A new home (whether larger OR smaller) is a great opportunity to start from scratch with some fresh ideas. One Half of a Great Room Well,… more

Building a Room Around a Fireplace

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I’ve always secretly wanted a fireplace, but my cozy urban accommodations don’t really allow it. Which is why I go wild when we get room submissions with any kind of fireplace treatment. Take this room – it’s got all of the elements for a great space: tastefully painted green tea walls, easy espresso wood furniture… more

Small Space, Big Style

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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

Finding Inspiration in Laid-Back Florida

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I just returned from a very relaxing week in South Florida and the Keys. While there, I found lots of tropical fish, warm breezes, a few margaritas and of course, tons of color inspiration. From spectacular sunsets to bright tropical beaches, a rainbow of colors awaited at every turn. I decided to turn my inspiration… more

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