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Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Stanley Furniture Bedroom Upholstered Bed 007-83-52 is just right for that welcoming atmosphere which you are trying to create in your guest room.
A guest room in your home is a crucial part of hospitality. This also takes on a vital role when it comes to the level of comfort that your relatives or friends feel when they visit your home.
With the right design suggestions, you can easily set up a guest room that can rival five star hotel rooms.
First, you need to come up with a theme. This particular theme or look will be your basis for all the other interior design aspects that you will bring into the guest room. As soon as you have an overall idea on how the room would look, then you can go ahead and begin purchasing furniture and decorative pieces.
The guest room must have a comfortable bed, one with a cozy mattress. You wouldn’t want your guest to feel that the mattress is loose or shaped irregularly. They would just end up tossing and turning throughout the night, leaving you with disgruntled guests in the morning. Comfortable, soft pillows are also a must. If you want to add a splash of colors to liven up a neutral theme, then find throws that will help you achieve this.
Okay, So It’s All About the Bed
The best possible sleep can be achieved with the right kind of bed, right? So let the bed be the first furniture piece that you will buy. Place this first inside the guest room. This will also serve as the focal point for this space as it also sets the tone for the rest of your design aspects.
It is up to you whether you choose timeless and traditional or if you want to take on a more modern approach. With both the mattress and bed selected, you can finally shop for the bedding.
Thomasville Bedroom Avondale Bowen Queen Coverlet – Brown TV-CV1-51BR
Remember those fancy hotels? Even the classiest suites feature plain, white sheets and a super plush comforter. A sophisticated duvet completes the look as lots of pillows and decorative throws are placed on the bed.
Make Room for Clothing Storage
It is a common practice to use guest room closets as winter coat storage units. Well, it’s time to clear out this space to make room for your incoming guests. Provide plenty of closet and drawer space for all of your guests to use. Of course, no one would want to scramble through a suitcase during a prolonged stay so it is best to empty those dressers for them.
The best dressers may also be used as TV stands. See if you can find matching night stands for those dressers. If not, then find one that will balance the look in the right way.
Know Your Guests’ Needs
Always think about the amenities that hotels often offer. These are the very things that you need to place inside the guest room. Place an alarm clock right on the nightstand, those needful toiletries in a basket inside the guest bathroom, and do not forget that stack of clean towels.
Your guests would simply love to empty their suitcases in this wooden Fine Furniture Design Bedroom Drawer Chest 1360-110.
Wi-Fi is now a necessity more than luxury so do not forget to provide this amenity in your guest room. Do not forget to give the password, though. Leave the written password on the dresser or the nightstand so that your guests can hook up their tablets, phones and other devices to your Wi-Fi connection.
If you have room to spare, then a desk or a lounge chair would be great additional guest room pieces. A vanity desk would surely be appreciated by lady guests.
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Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Home Office Brookhaven Desk Chair
Designing your first home office can be kind of tricky. Primarily, you need to establish how the office would look and feel. If you decide to go for a homey atmosphere, chances are, you may not be able to concentrate with your work. There are simply a lot of things in your home that can take your attention away from your work.
If, however, you pick the professional style, then why place the office inside your home in the first place? One of the blessings of setting up a home office is that you have the freedom to use a style according to your preference. With this in mind, just make sure that you can separate this space from the rest of your home.
Awesome Home Office Setup Tips
The first guideline – because it is the most evident – is to never blend work and the pleasurable things that you do at home. Even if you think that you are the most focused person in your previous workplace, this will not amount to anything if you do not separate your home office from all the other rooms in your home. The two are bound to fuse so break them up from the onset.
Fine Furniture Design Home Office New Bedford Ladies Desk 1020-925 is for the delicate female professional.
Next, be sure to examine your home office now and then. Clear away game consoles, TV, and other possible sources of distractions. While you may have separated your home office from the other rooms, keeping these gadgets near your work area can still cause major distraction.
Respect and maintain the boundaries that have been set. Keep the workplace distinct from all the rooms. Doing so will have a psychological effect on how you work.
‘See that magnificent Brookhaven Desk Chair from Hooker Furniture above? The next guideline pertains to this very thing. You have to invest in a seating support that does not just look good in your home office but would also support your back as you work those long hours.
The American Academy of Family Physicians has reported that approximately 90% of adults feel back pain at one point in their lives. This means that you should pay attention to the style and sturdiness of the chair that you are about to purchase.
One of the things that are neglected in setting up home offices is lighting. Too bright or too dim just won’t work. If you want to get ample lighting, then allow your desk to be situated near a window where sunlight could come in.
If you ever felt lethargic during the winter months, then you are not alone. Research proves that people do tend to feel this way during the holidays due to lack of sunlight exposure. Boost your mood and stabilize your sleep patterns by allowing more natural light to enter your home office. If you work during the night, then be sure to get artificial lighting for your workspace.
If you are not sure about the intensity or tone that is suitable to your home office, then experiment on these. Consider the factors such as the total amount of space and number of lighting fixtures, used when making your final decision.
Apart from having updated technology for your workspace, you must also make sure that you simplify processes. So how do you go about with this?
Organize your home office often as this will increase your work efficiency. Clutter can cause distraction so invest in storage units such as a stylish office cabinet. Do not settle for those traditional metal types straight away. Try laying your eyes on a wooden cabinet or shelf that may also serve as a piece that will balance the statement piece (your office desk).
Practice minimalism in your home office and you’d never go wrong.
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Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
5682-10 Sloan Chair without Nails and 5682-08 Sloan Ottoman without Nails in Fabric 917-60. This chair shows that Bohemian is all about vibrant colors.
Bohemian interior design involves the infusion of hippies, travelers, even gypsies. These are the very people who are out to have fun. They also live the most colorful lives as is evident in their style and their homes.
The bohemian interiors are lived spaces. There is nothing drab about this style as it is colorful, full of ornaments, exclusive, and electrifying. Bohemian accessories should be able to showcase a special appearance. The decor is not just amazing to look at in bedrooms and living rooms but also in other areas of your home like your kitchen, even the bathroom.
The Mingling of Creativity and Art
The bohemian style is exclusive because it displays the effects of art and creativity. It can lift a boring facade without you putting too much energy. Just hunt for the right furniture pieces (and colors) that are most suitable for this design.
Step number one is to pick the right color scheme for your home. Whatever hue you settle with, make sure that it has the capacity to deliver a harmonious effect on the walls, floor, accessories and the furniture.
This Hooker Furniture Home Office Accent Desk is what you need for your Bohemian home work space.
There are a few more daring interior designers who choose bold and dark colors for the bohemian look. There are actually a lot of options on your color palette. Combine different colors till you reach a blend that you like. Some of the more interesting hues include rust, brick red, sunny yellow, deep brown, plum, violet, gold, burnt orange, magenta, emerald and camel.
There are also a few color schemes that you should avoid for this design. Colors such as pastel, neon and those shimmering shades (‘cept gold) should be avoided like the plague.
Now for the furniture, you can choose to combine different kinds of furniture to make a room more exciting. A leather sofa would be perfect for your bohemian living room. As for the seating area, be sure to deliver a non-cluttered impression.
This very bohemian rug is the Capel Incorporated Floor Coverings Biltmore Select Bidjar Rug 1773RS02000300450.
The decorative appeal of this interior style lies heavily on the accessories that you will be bringing in. Choose unique accessories such as artwork coming from Africa, India, and the Middle East. Enhancing the flavor of your bohemian style is as easy as adding an eclectic taste. It wouldn’t be wrong to display accessories that have been inspired by Boho arts including tea seats, musical instrument, easels of vintage artists, some hookah pipes, too.
When it comes to bohemian colors, the most used are warm earthy colors as are metallic hues. So think of gold, terracotta, brown and other hues belonging to this family. Look for jewel tones such as fiery orange, purple, or electric blue. Always think warm when looking for the right bohemian color. White should never be a part of this design.
Bohemian is for people who want their homes to look vibrant, filled with culture and the most appealing pieces. It flees in the presence of modernism but it embraces what’s carefree, unusual and relaxed. Fuse lots of patterns and experiment with the loudest colors. Layer those throws on your sofa, use colorful area rugs, and hang never-before-seen tapestries.
Bohemian means you learn to mix and match. Find natural materials such as sisal, burlap then fuse them with chenille and silk. These materials should look slightly worn. Pillows, lampshades and curtains could have fringe.
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Monday, January 11th, 2016
All the wood furniture pieces on this articles come from FFDM’s Vintage Classics Collection
If you have a passion for collecting World War I and post-World War II decor, then you are a vintage connoisseur. Being familiar with this interior design means you have the same taste as your parents or grandparents – and this is not a bad thing at all.
Anything vintage sparks nostalgic feelings, however, this style is not solely for reminiscence. It can offer a lot of style mixtures but, mostly, it is typified through wooden textures.
One surprising thing about vintage interiors is that it is never linear. Decor pieces can be from different places and times. Vintage is primarily about the creation of a comfortable and homey living area. Your creativity will surely be piqued as you find out what constitutes this style.
FFDM Vintage Classics Collection
Furniture – A Major Vintage Element
There are many elements in every vintage interior but the most important is the furniture. Furniture designs vary through cultures and periods. You might not be able to obtain the original period pieces but you can now easily look for pieces with classic designs.
Wood is a major material used in many of the most beautiful chairs, tables, drawers, cabinets, and desks. Come and visit our shop and you will never run out of choices as you set your eyes on various wooden pieces.
This lovely bedside from FFDM will look fabulous inside your vintage-themed bedroom. Bring the same charm to your dining area by investing in a glass-fronted display case, perfect for displaying your collectibles and tableware.
Chairs that are classic in form are welcome, just be sure to focus on your color choice. The goal is to remain muted (in terms of color) with a few flower variations to visually stimulate. Flowers should not be too bright that they already overpower the lovely furniture that you have devoted your time to setting up.
Vintage style is also great with patterned wallpapers and handmade fabrics. If you think these are a little too much for you, then fuse it with other modern appliances, even other designs. Some homeowners have experimented with contemporary laidback interiors and vintage decor and furniture. Wooden furniture may be paired with contemporary appliances, other colors and textures. While you do this, just allow memories and nostalgia to guide you so you get the right inspirations.
A Few Vintage Rules
While you are not limited with regard to your creativity, you must not forget that vintage is anything that looks and feels classic. There are still a few rules that need to be satisfied in order to stay within the bounds of this style –
Materials that you pick will decide the overall tone and mood of the room. Wicker baskets and wooden crates, for instance, would be perfect as storage containers.
Vintage remains to be one of the most admired interior designs in the world because there are simply people who do not appreciate the throw away culture. Mass production is not equal to legacy pieces. If you want to pass down furniture to your descendants, then you have to invest in sturdy, classic pieces.
Again, one can never say amply that you should veer away from anything made of plastic.
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Monday, January 11th, 2016
This Tommy Bahama Home Dining Room Capistrano Metal Dining Table is set to effortlessly catch anyone’s attention.
There is no denying that metal is really hot in the interior design industry these days. Trend setters know this and so they’ve come up with the best concoctions and pairings for metal furniture pieces and metallic accessories. But are you ready to infuse the metal theme into your own home?
How you eventually feel about this trend rests entirely on the current design of your home. Those who embrace modern or contemporary designs would instantly feel at home in the use of metal for interior design. Those who like rustic or country need not fret, though, as metal can still add the needed enigma to your interiors.
Here are some guidelines on how the most common interior designs could incorporate metal touches and finishes –
The Contemporary Style
Enthusiasts who like this style know that it is sleek and minimalist. Metal fits right in with this kind of style. Use nickel, chrome or stainless steel for metal finishes. Be sure to include metallic touches on your furniture, fixtures, accessories, mirrors and room dividers. An example is metallic furniture as a conversation piece. A set of chrome tables can be an interesting addition to what could have been a ho-hum room.
As for contemporary bathrooms, nothing is set in stone so you can go ahead and deviate from traditional design guidelines. A dark, contemporary bathroom would do well to have a gold mirror or any metallic piece.
This Uttermost Living Room Manoj, Small Bench 26122 will look great in country interiors.
The Classic Country
Country interior design boasts of a traditional and homey feel. You would want to find warmer metal pieces for your country interior. Look for copper, gold or chrome metal finishes. Chrome, most especially, adds a fancy touch to an otherwise simple country home.
Be careful in using too much metal, though, as you might break the old world charm that defines country style. Use metallic pieces that are not too bold or unnatural. Add vintage decor such as pans, pots and fixtures.
Country style is also about decadence. Polished faucets inside bathrooms and kitchens; crystal chandeliers in dining areas lend instant glamour. Copper is the greatest choice for rustic, laid back country abodes. If you are not ready to trade the current look of your kitchen for a French countertop, then displaying rows of copper pots would provide the same mesmerizing effect.
Vibrantly Eclectic
Bernhardt Interiors Living Room Argent Metal Cocktail Table 326-021 is the perfect statement piece for any living room.
Eclectic design is fun, even bordering quirky. This can be defined as anyone’s interiors serving as canvas for their personality.
Eclectic means you are not afraid to go out there and experiment in terms of furniture selection, decor placement, and such. For as long as you feel that the items are congruent and that they reflect your individuality, then you’re on the right track.
The best metal finish for this type of style is just about anything as eclectic can also mean anything goes; wacky is also the new trend. Metals can give you the chance to declare your biggest statement.
Do not recoil!
Use large mirrors, walls and huge blocks of furniture for your metallic pieces. Display a chrome lamp right on the side of your chosen sofa to add excitement to the room.
Your goal in setting up an eclectic home is to be at peace with pieces of furniture that speak to you. Funky may not be the world’s taste but it is you. Find metal items that will complement your style. The more unexpected metals you use, the more eclectic yet glamorous your mental interior design would be.
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