Since my last few blogs have showcased differences between traditional and modern decor, I thought it was time to touch on a perennially popular and trendy design trend–the transitional style. And no, it’s not just what a room looks like when it is half-finished. Most accurately it could be called ‘best of both worlds’ style, or […]
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Apr
Apr
The last time I talked about kitchen remodeling and luxury faucets, I kept a firm focus on the more modern end of the spectrum. Newer, slicker models to match contemporary kitchens. This time I thought I’d take a look at the more retro faucet options, just in case modern isn’t exactly your style. Vintage or […]
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Apr
Apr
Remodeling a kitchen can be a daunting undertaking, and one that involves countless decisions. As with any home improvement project, it helps to break it down into separate parts, and an overwhelmingly important piece any kitchen is the faucet. Regardless of your decor style, it’s safe to call the sink the centerpiece of the room. […]
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Mar
Mar
Spring is officially upon us–what better time to bring a little color into your life? And what better way to do it than with the distinctive gradient fade of the ombré style? It isn’t just for cakes and red carpet hair hairstyles! Ombré doesn’t belong to any one type of decor, and it isn’t limited […]
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Mar
Mar
Horses are timeless. Humans have long appreciated their beauty and power, and they can be found in art and literature all throughout history. Although I wouldn’t consider myself a ‘horse person’, I certainly grew up around enough horse people to have developed a healthy aesthetic appreciation. Equestrian decor and architecture don’t actually belong to any […]
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Mar
Mar
Let’s talk about lamps for a second. They are so innocuous to your household that you might not even factor them in when you begin to shop around for furniture, but lamps are a great way to add a little extra flair to any room in your house. No matter how low-key or whimsical your decor […]
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Mar
Mar
When it comes to choosing a design style, it can be difficult to strike a good balance between new and old, traditional and modern, subdued and ostentatious. You may be turned off by the gaudy frill of rococo and romantic decor, but at the same time you may not be ready to commit to the […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Rococo Inspired Furniture: Modern Flair with an 18th Century Twist
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Feb
Feb
Complex, whimsical, and with a name that is just generally fun to say, rococo is a style that’s hard to ignore. It combines light colors, asymmetry, and graceful swirls in order to draw out a witty playfulness that many modern styles lack. Popularized in the early 18th century, the influences of rococo design and architecture is still in […]
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Feb
Feb
After living through the past few weeks of blizzards and cold fronts, it may be hard to believe in spring, but it’s real, it’s coming, and in only another month or so it will be here. Along with the warm weather comes a fresh perspective and and fresh energy, and if you’re looking to put […]
12
Feb
Feb
Sometimes you want to go low-key. Sometimes you want demure decor that blends together seamlessly, never overtly announcing itself. And sometimes you want decor that makes itself known. Decor that shouts. If you’re looking for the latter–sumptuous and unrestrained–look no further than Polrey, makers of antique replicas and statement furniture. With factory locations in the […]