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Thursday, September 20th, 2018
Flexsteel Living Room Fabric Left Arm Facing Sofa Without Nailhead Trim: Seating units are essential in welcoming your holiday guests.
Fall and winter seasons are here and their requirement is this – a cozy and warm home. You are sure to notice a lot of dark brown paneling in interior design magazines. These may be coupled with the caramel-colored seats and textured carpet. All these elements are the hottest features that are calling for attention as of late. So, are you ready to create the fall getaway?
The First Step Is the Doorstep
Do you believe that first impressions are lasting? Nothing can leave a more lasting impact than that place where your guests first enter. Create an entrance that will welcome your guests with a bang.
Tidy up and hang a wreath. Bring in some potted planted and greet your guests with these greens. Set up a welcoming doormat that represents your flamboyant personality as well as the festivities that you are willingly sharing with them.
Create a Sociable Atmosphere
Now it’s time to create a space where the people will gather. Be sure to put a lot of seating units for your guests. As for all the unnecessary furniture, have those hidden away at the back of the room. Have some space in the hall for boots and other shoes.
Have some outdoor seating set up as well. This is for when the weather is good and you’d like to share an evening get-together with your friends and loved ones. Go the extra mile by setting up a dining table on your deck.
Have A Kids’ Area
Family gatherings entail work. So, you wouldn’t want to have additional stress when the kids get in the way. Plan an area where the kids can play safely with their toys or watch the DVD. Setting up their own spot will keep your young ones busy while you’re also busy entertaining the guests.
Cool It
With a lot of extra bodies cramped in a room, it can get pretty hot and with the heater turned up due to the snowy weather, it’s time to bring the temperature down a bit. With the heaters turned down, allow the temperature to cool before you even begin welcoming your guests.
Fall Décor
Now let’s decorate. Warm metals are very, very, very hot at the moment. So, nod your head to bronze, copper, rose gold or brass. These metals can add to the warmth of your space. Just imagine hanging copper pots on the kitchen walls. These display pieces will surely be discussed by your guests, also, they’ll make your kitchen extra special.
If the copper pots need polishing, then just sprinkle a little salt on their surface then rub. Use lemon when you rub the pot surfaces. There is also copper colored paint in spray cans if you want to transform the pieces.
In creating depth and dimension to any space, you can also have a textured wallpaper to evoke sophistication and drama. Eyes are naturally drawn to this kind of wall element. If you don’t want the whole wall to be covered with this new piece, then just have some stencils.
Do you need more ideas to warm your home? Add glowing lights that will bounce off the metallic surfaces. Pair these with spot lights which fill up the cabinets with glass fronts. Just make sure that you have control of all of these lights, meaning, you can brighten or dim them according to your needs.
Using wood is also a traditional way to design a home for fall. Wood floors are as classic as you could get. If you want to create a bold statement, then have a wall-to-wall wood panel. With all these woods welcoming your guests, what else could be more welcoming?
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Thursday, September 6th, 2018
It is pegged that navy is the color that will dominate many homes during the fall and winter seasons of 2018. Even the cute pink hue is also back with a vengeance. And have you always wanted gold carpeting? Well, this and many other surprisingly delish things are the elements to beat this Fall.
Say Hello to Florals
No, spring isn’t quite over yet as it seems to linger with this lovely trend of flower prints. You’ll have to use these cute patterns on a larger scale, though, if you want to go with the flow this year. Do you remember those blousy floral designs? Have them don your cushions, bedding, and yes, an accent wall that’s a lovely mural.
Shop this look:
Figure 1. Maitland-Smith Lamps and Lighting Chandelier, Floral Decor 8125-19: This chandelier is a chic and sophisticated way to fulfill the Fall 2018 floral trend.
Figure 2. You will surely love the Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Home Office Fleur de Glee Writing Desk 1586-10458A-MULTI2 as it features the designer’s signature floral complete with curved drawer fronts and ample legroom.
Go for Gold
Spring and summer also featured gold as a useful design element. Well, it’s not going away anytime soon.
Gold is still a trend this fall but you can use it as an accessory rather than as the main design element for your home this season. You’re right on track if you already have a Mid-century modern home, to begin with, because gold carpet goes well with this style.
If gold carpeting is a little too much for you, then try this lovely chair. The Marge Carson Bedroom Mirielle Vanity Chair shows just the right amount of gold for you to fulfill that gold accent for this season.
Jet Black Is Back
if you’re a huge monochrome fan then this is a trend that will surely speak to you. Make the black look work by adding a block or two here and there. You can have a jet black shelf or you could also showcase this black vase made of marble complete with cast light antique patina brass mounts. The Maitland-Smith Accessories Black Urn, Brass Mounts 8101-21 is the accessory to beat this season –
All the Pink in the World
That old-fashioned pink that was used to gender-categorize is also being revived for this season. This is the right amount of antidote for the rusty tones that usually dominate fall interiors.
Add more color and warmth to your home this fall by using pink together with other elements such as metallic furnishings. And since you’re dealing with pink, it is sure to look lovely with any shade of gray (fifty shades to choose from).
If you are a bit bolder, then find a statement furniture or upholstery that will surely update the look of your home for this season. If not, then you can always go for the reliable painterly florals as well as layered textures.
Shop think Pink: The Uttermost Living Room Arieat Pink Armchair doesn’t just provide the luscious pink hue but also a supportive comfort which is quite important in any living room seat.
As Bright As You Could Go or Not
It’s Fall. Before you go to the subdued colors of winter, it’s time to enjoy, first, the citrusy colors of fall. Be playful with colors. Look for bolder shapes and hues. It’s all about going for the graphic geometrics and the boldest and brightest hues even on clean lines.
Navy blue might be perceived as a dignified color but it is also versatile so it can be as neutral or as bold as one could get. Plus, jet black is super trending this season and navy blue is almost its cousin so it’s no wonder that it, too, is set to make headlines.
Maitland-Smith Living Room Occasional Table 8285-30
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