Posted on May 15th, 2017
The design term known as shabby chic was first mentioned in the ‘80s. It’s a term that is being attributed to Rachel Ashwell, an English interior designer. It first graced the pages of The World of Interiors and has since become a renowned trans-Atlantic feature. Shabby chic is the marriage of country style British and [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 13th, 2017
Okay, so spring is about to come to an end and summer is just about to break forth. The summer home can be a place relaxation, reflection, retreat, quiet and peace. While this is the case, it can also be the hub of exciting activities especially since summer is the season for water sports and [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 12th, 2017
Is your home office designated for running your new business? Or is it a place for the random telecommute? It could also be the nook for organizing your week as well as planning how to pay your bills. You deserve a lot more than the usual desk and chair for your home office. A home [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 12th, 2017
If history were to be the basis for the definition of Antebellum, then it is that period when civil war was at its peak and when it ended in 1812. This also includes a brief part of the after-war era till the 1789 adoption of the Constitution. Cotton plantations were quite profitable during this time. [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 11th, 2017
Are you one of the few who personally like gray interiors? This can be a difficult hue to work with and it can also be pretty controversial. Most people, though, find gray to be a depressing color. So, is gray a drab color or is it something that will turn your design positively around? Gray [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 11th, 2017
Contemporary and modern are two words that have been used interchangeably throughout the years. For a lot of people, these are the same when referring to fashion, hairstyles or furniture. In the world of art, though, these mean two different things. Contemporary vs. Modern Art The best way to begin understanding the differences of these [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 10th, 2017
Did you know that there are now approximately 130 million books that have been published in the history of man? Bookworms will read an average of 6,000 books in their lifetime. Most of these books are far from being memorable as the best books are rare. If we were to be truly honest, each of [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 10th, 2017
Don’t lament if you live in the city and you still want to achieve a country style home. The relaxing allure of a suburban home is pretty hard to resist so it’s time to find out how you can feel calmer in a homier, rustic home. Here are some winning tips that can help you [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 9th, 2017
If you’re still thinking that you need an artwork or a lamp to complete the look of any room, then you’re still believing a misconception. Both are, of course, still wonderful choices that can make a room stand out yet the same concept can be fulfilled by another kind of table. An accent table is [ read more… ]
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Posted on May 9th, 2017
Do you sometimes feel that you need a little help when it comes to beautifying your home? From time to time, of course, there’s a need to update the look of your home or you would end up getting bored with the look that you started with. With a life and lifestyle that are ever-changing, [ read more… ]
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