Ever feel like most sofas look the same? You’re not alone. In fact, while fabric and leather are still among the top upholstery choices for a sofa, there’s an unexpected third contender that’s been popular in recent years: velvet. Now, velvet of yesteryear was notoriously fussy – certainly not something you’d want to lounge or […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Sinks, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Medicine Cabinets, Showers
Don’t Feel Cornered: Utilizing Your Home’s Corner Space
08
May
May
Corners are a tricky-to-decorate but mandatory space in every home. Unless we start building all our homes to be curved (which would create a different problem!), you’ll always have several sharp angles in every room. That isn’t a bad thing inherently, but room corners tend to be darker than the rest of the room, and […]
Bedroom Ideas, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Furniture Must-Haves for Maximizing a Small Apartment
18
May
May
Whether you’re moving into your first apartment or living in a big city, small apartments are everywhere. With such little room to work with, it can feel impossible to decorate. But don’t give up! Every space of yours is a space worthy of a personal touch. The trick is that picking out your ideal furniture […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends, Lighting
Living Grandly with Grand Millennial Style
10
Mar
Mar
You may feel like your grandparents when trying to keep up with latest slang and trends. But while “grand millennial” is new terminology, it’s likely a style you’ve seen before. Patterned wallpapers, beaded lights, and the faint hint of potpourri; grand millennial is a mix between old and new. It’s your grandmother’s style, but with […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends, Uncategorized
The Do’s and Do Not’s of a White Couch
20
Jan
Jan
In the fantasy world of TV, having a white couch looks easy, sophisticated – a sure sign of good taste. But we all know reality is more dirty and lived-in than that; you may even ask yourself, “Is a white couch ever worth considering?” The answer is… it depends. A white sofa can be a […]
08
Jul
Jul
If you don’t have a guest bedroom, it can be a hassle to have visitors stay the night without a good sofa. Luckily, there is a plethora of couches that double as beds and sleeping surfaces. A sofa bed is made for sleeping just as much as for sitting, and can help put your guest […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Not Your Childhood Sofa: Comfy, Stylish Choices for your Living Room
17
Apr
Apr
I think most of us conjure a pretty similar mental image when we think of a couch or sofa. I blame The Simpsons. But while we’ve all probably sat on that beat up three-seater at one point or another in our lives, that certainly isn’t the be-all end-all of what a sofa can be – […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Uncategorized
Four Types of Trendy Sectionals for the Modern House and Home
08
Mar
Mar
Do you need a couch for your living room but a regular loveseat just won’t do? Perhaps you need more space for when you have more than two guests at a time, or legroom to stretch into a more comfortable pose for ideal computer browsing. Normally, you wouldn’t think to pick up a sectional to […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Making A More Interesting Sofa: Old Hollywood Glamor From Jennifer Taylor
05
Oct
Oct
Over the last few centuries, sofas have gotten pretty square. While antique couches are all curves and flourishes, most contemporary designs are simple, streamlined, and rectangular. The more modern the design, the more pronounced this trend is, with many contemporary designs sporting nothing but perfectly straight lines and sharp angles. The corollary to that, though, […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Finding Your Sofa Style: What To Know Before You Buy Your Next Sofa
31
Dec
Dec
Buying a new sofa is a major investment, and I don’t just mean financially. The sofa is the centerpiece of your living room, and one of the most important pieces for defining the style of the space. And since most people keep their sofas for many years, the one you choose now might very well […]