The top trends, decorating ideas and topics in interior design today.
“Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.” – Le Corbusier Have you ever marveled at the sleek lines and innovative designs of modern houses? If so, you are not alone. Modern house drawing has revolutionized architectural design, pushing boundaries and redefining our perception of living spaces. From minimalist …
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Ready to boost your home’s curb appeal with a fresh coat of paint for vinyl shutters? The good news is that it’s easier than you might think! This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about choosing the right paint, preparing your shutters, selecting the perfect color, and maintaining your newly …
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The steampunk kitchen is a hot trend. You can get this style in your kitchen with planning and attention to detail. Like all kitchens, it’s all about planning. Steampunk marries Victorian pieces with Industrial Age inspiration. Think of steam valves, copper pipes, and steam engines. Mix them with stained glass. The result is steampunk style! …
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Let’s admit a universal truth: If we could permanently live in a spa, we would. A life spent entirely in bathrobes would surely be better than one spent remembering Wi-Fi passwords, right? The sad reality is that the minutiae of daily living always wins out over the dream of permanent spa residence (unless you’ve created …
They say that home is where the heart is. Yes, as long as you have your loved ones, then any place can be a home, but it doesn’t mean that the physical establishment, the house, no longer matters. Your living space may not be as important as the people you love with, but it does …
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Designer showhouses are a collaboration of top interior designers to showcase their work for a good cause. Various sponsors work with local charities and organizations to raise money and awareness. For interior designers, this is an opportunity to showcase the best and most creative of their work. Here we present 20 designer showhouse rooms to …
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Fresh, bright color combinations Spring is a time of renewal and awakening. All around we see the trees and flowers bursting to life and the colors exploding. This outdoor rebirth inspires us to freshen up our homes; to brighten the colors and lighten the mood. Here are twelve rooms to inspire a spring interior re-do. Fresh, …
The home basement offers so many options for types of living spaces. If you are fortunate enough to have a basement in your home, give it a purpose. Transform this space into an area that best serves your needs and lifestyle. Turn this dark, lonely spot into an entertainment room, a home theater, or anything you may …
Sometimes you enter a home or see an interior in a magazine that just makes you stare in wonderment. There is just something about the space that is instantly appealing. The lighting, the design, the furnishings and accessories all come together in a way that is inspiring and just right. You imagine walking into these rooms …
There are two types of space in an interior: Actual space and Implied space. Actual space is obviously walking space, space that is not occupied by anything. Implied space is space that is not real, but gives the illusion of space even when there is something there. The best example of implied space is a …
Crystal chandeliers are available in nearly every style and provide a home with grandiosity and sparkle. Many homeowners see lighting with strings of twinkling crystals and assume that they can’t afford anything of the like. This is a reasonable assumption as affordable crystal chandeliers are not incredibly common, however if you know where to look …
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Curb appeal is exceedingly important to homeowners, whether you’re selling your home or living happily in it and wish to make a good first impression. A very cost efficient way to drastically change the look of the exterior of your home is changing your front door paint color (and possibly your shutters, if they match). …
Pendant lights are a great source of stylish illumination for your home. They can be used in any room as the main source of light or as an accent. In the kitchen, they can serve as a dramatic or utilitarian light source over the island. In the living room, a group of pendant lights or one statement …
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If you’re not quite ready to grow up and embrace all that is adult in decorating your home, there is a way you can bring part of your childhood into your home with great, if not quirky, ideas. If you still have many of your old toys or have children that have grown tired of theirs, …
Rainbows get a bad rap for being childish or overly colorful. However, they are universally very pleasing to the eye and can be utilized without being overbearingly bright or tacky. In order to truly get the most out of this concept, the base rooms should be neutral, as it would be very easy to clash. …
If a complete revamp of your living room is not within your economic or time budget, there are a variety of updates and changes you can make that may be within your reach. Here are seven simple ways to update your living room. Statement Art An interesting painting, framed print or photograph can give your …
There are many styles of interior design and some would say there are rules that should be followed in order to create spaces that are successful from a design point of view. Then there are rooms that throw all those rules away and blend color, quirky accents, pattern and disparate objects to create a cohesive and fun …
There is something quite magical about shimmery and lustrous interiors. Elegant, sophisticated and even a bit romantic, rooms are instantly elevated with lustrous surfaces and accents. Here are eight great ways to add shimmer and luster to your home. A mirrored wall, shimmering fabrics and gold accents give this room a lustrous look. The mirror …
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