When my little sister showed up to our last family gathering with a velvet jacket, I was a little spun. Here she was, one of the most fashionable people I know, wearing what I have always believed to be the ultimate in fashion faux pas. But she assured me that I was simply behind the […]
07
Nov
Nov
Recently on the blog we’ve been talking a lot about bathrooms, including how to give your space a more traditional or contemporary look, depending on which way you want to lean. This brings me today’s topic–vessel sinks. A fashionable, fairly lower-cost way to customize to your decor. With numerous choices and styles, you are sure […]
29
Oct
Oct
A little while ago I talked about the benefits of steam showers, and a before that I went through some tips and tricks for giving your bathroom decor a more traditional vibe. Continuing the trend of bathroom spruce-ups, I wanted to bring the conversation around to frameless shower enclosures, and why you really, really want […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Get the Look: The Past and Future Flair of Transitional Living Rooms
20
Oct
Oct
The transitional room: an up-and-coming trend and, in my opinion, a boon to the home decor world. It is a style that gets you the best of both worlds, drawing inspiration from both traditional influences and more modern or contemporary styles. When I first discovered this was a significant, respectable trend, I breathed a sigh […]
14
Oct
Oct
The chandelier is a mainstay of classic decor, harkening back to the homes of wealthy nobility in Medieval times, and gaining broader popularity on and into the Romantic period. With remarkable staying power, they have persisted as a decorative form of lighting throughout various sources of power. Candles, gas lights, and electricity have all graced […]
06
Oct
Oct
The weather is beginning to turn chilly and allergy and flu seasons are well upon us. It’s a time of year when health maintenance and wellness are on everyone’s mind. So allow me to introduce you to something you may not have considered before: steam showers. Or, the ultimate in relaxation and home spa-treatments. This […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Hide In Plain Sight: Stylish Accessories as Covert Storage Solutions
20
Sep
Sep
You know what’s big recently? Going small. Minimalism can be found in countless trends. In everything from cell phones, to computers, to cars, we’re going smaller, sleeker, and more efficiently powerful. Trends in interior design are no different. Contemporary styles are about form rather than ornamentation, and the beauty inherent in simplicity. This is great […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Sinks, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Get the Look: Decorating a Traditional-Style Bathroom
15
Sep
Sep
When you hear the word traditional, it’s possible your mind jumps to other thrilling adjectives such as average, modest, maybe even boring. However, “traditional” in interior decorating is in the same category as “contemporary” and “modern”, in that it has a meaning beyond its common use. It stands for a specific set of design trends and styles. In this […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Outdoor Living
Stylish Spirits: Tips for Making a Home Bar Work in Your Space
09
Sep
Sep
Bars aren’t typically something most of us would associate with our houses. Bars are for dates or relaxing after work, possibly meeting up with old friends. Also, bars are about brushing shoulders with strangers and buying overpriced drinks. Anyone with a bar in their house must be wealthy, or willing to indulge in irresponsible extravagances, […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Clinching Contemporary: Open Up Your Space with Lines, Movement, and Color
01
Sep
Sep
The word ‘contemporary’ refers to the here and now, the current era, or to things existing alongside each other. In interior design, it means a specific set of decor trends and ideals, focusing on space, clean lines, and neutral colors. Not to be confused with ‘modern’ decor, which typically refers to styles from the mid […]