It used to be that an “antique lighting fixture” was just an old fashioned chandelier or wall sconce that swapped out real candles for flame-shaped light bulbs. But while these big, ornate fixtures have certainly stuck around, lately there’s been an increased interest in more recent designs. Early electric lights – particularly turn of the […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Driftwood Bathroom Vanities – A Trendy Choice For A Contemporary Bathroom
27
Jul
Jul
Somewhere amidst the move towards more casual, contemporary design and the push for increasingly eco-friendly homes, natural finished wood has skyrocketed in popularity. Blonde and gray wood, reclaimed wood, and driftwood – both authentic and replica – have become must-have hot-ticket items for everything from floor boards to ceiling beams and all the furniture and […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Bathroom Makeup Vanity: Building A Makeup Station From Modular Parts
22
Jul
Jul
Makeup stations are often the domain of custom bathroom cabinetry and antique furniture. Even though makeup areas generally consist of little more than a simple countertop extension, it can be quite difficult to find pre-made vanities that come standard with this feature. That said, if you want to avoid the expense and hassle of having […]
Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Showers
Choosing The Right Shower Head For Your New Luxury Shower
15
Jul
Jul
Building a luxury shower is at the top of many homeowner’s to-do lists. Not only is a really nice shower a great little day-to-day indulgence that fits well with a busy schedule, it’s also an important feature for potential buyers, too. But if you’re getting ready to upgrade a standard shower to something a little […]
Appliances, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture, Latest Trends
Building A Custom Kitchen Island To Enhance Your Kitchen
06
Jul
Jul
In recent years, kitchen islands have become something of a trendy statement piece, emblematic of the trend towards larger, more open kitchens. But a good island isn’t just a fancy centerpiece, it’s an opportunity to make up for any of your kitchen’s shortcomings. Kitchen islands can act as pure surface space, sure, but they can […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Latest Trends
Drawer Pulls Get New Life On These Apothecary Style Bathroom Vanities
04
Jul
Jul
Everyone knows that one of the fastest ways to update your bathroom is to swap out your cabinet hardware. It’s a subtle but effective change that can make a surprisingly big difference in the look and feel of a bathroom vanity. Even so, it might surprise you to know that one of the biggest trends […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Beachy Bathroom Vanities For A Petite Master Bathroom
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Jun
Jun
Luxury bathrooms are all about the escape; they’re designed to be a place to relax and unwind, to get away from it all. Often that just means luxury features, like steamy showers and deep soaking tubs, but sometimes it can mean using a themed design to create a slightly more literal escape. Beach inspired bathroom […]
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Jun
Jun
In a day and age where practically everyone has a digital clock strapped to their bodies at all times, analog clocks have fallen a bit out of favor. After all, when the time is just a glance at a cellphone away, wristwatches become little more than fashion accessories and wall clocks practically obsolete. But even […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Sinks, Latest Trends
What Your Kitchen Sink Says About Your Kitchen’s Personality
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May
May
There are many factors that contribute to the overall style of a kitchen, from the floor to the cabinets and everything in between. But the kitchen sink is the real heart of every kitchen, no matter what size or style, so it’s doubly important that you choose the right sink – not just one that […]
Kitchen, Kitchen Sinks, Latest Trends
Trough Sinks: A Creative Way To Add A Second Sink To Your Kitchen
19
May
May
As kitchens trend bigger and cooking increasingly becomes a family affair, it’s maybe no surprise that many homeowners are starting to install a second kitchen sink. Having two sinks simplifies many tasks in a very large kitchen, and makes it possible for more than one person to do prep work (or dishes!) comfortably at the […]