Posted on July 22nd, 2016
The growing demand for brass, gold and other metallic accents has thrust the mixed-metal schemes to the public’s attention. The classic combination of gold and silver, the rustic charm of copper, and other metallic fusions form the foundations of a design or are just pieces of a much larger puzzle. So, whether you lovev Art [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 21st, 2016
There is an ever-growing trend on velvet interiors lately. There are many beautifully-designed places – some are even featured in interior design magazines – where this lovely material is used. Using velvet as a replacement for any other material can surely be considered an upgrade. Before you set out and find furniture pieces clothes in [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 21st, 2016
Living rooms, sunrooms, family rooms, and sitting rooms all have one thing in common – they are all supposed to be relaxing. And no color can promise a heightened state of calmness more than blue. Different companies have come up with different shades of blue from indigo to sky blue. Blue is also cited, generally, [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 20th, 2016
White may be white but there’s a lot of white to choose from. Neutrals may be quite popular but they can be uninspiring especially in the wrong hands. Popular design options include owning investment pieces such as sofas and sturdy cabinets that are neutrals yet it can be fun to take a risk sometimes. Your [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 20th, 2016
Organizing bookshelves may not be your idea of spending the weekend but there are actually people who are extreme enthusiasts. The bibliophiles even think that books have their own personalities, even histories, thus, they should be displayed for the world to see, not hidden. You may not be as extreme as these people but it [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 19th, 2016
Color preferences vary per person, per personality. Some folks like it bright and daring, some feel more secure with neutrals, still others like to experiment. The good news when it comes to using colors is that there is no such thing as a correct palette. Have you ever gotten inside a home where there is [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 19th, 2016
Who cares if it’s another season and you’d want to feel the warmth of summer in your home? Just picture the beauty of this sunny season, from curtains billowing in the gentle wind, shell décor, freshly-squeezed orange juice, and such, and you would be begging to get into the summer vibe straightaway. If you’re ready [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 18th, 2016
Muted tones are the go-to colors when you want to be safe with your interior design; yet, at times, you would think what you have created is a masterpiece of muted tones only to end up with a bright, colorful mess. Neutral tones only become effective in interiors if you know which elements to work [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 16th, 2016
Good ol’ days those are, when your grandma used to knit covers for your tables and chairs at home. These seem to exude a homey charm that is just difficult to resist. You may deem these accents to be traditional but you would be surprised at how versatile each of them could get. Getting to [ read more… ]
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Posted on July 16th, 2016
Every man is in love with height. People travel throughout the world just to take a glimpse of towers such as the Eiffel Tower or the Empire State Building. Monuments also elicit the same awe. This same feeling can be duplicated by high ceilings inside your own home. Though in a much smaller scale, they [ read more… ]
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