For this year’s “Decorating on a Dime” Contest we wanted to find out just how far $1,000 goes these days. Atlanta residents accepted the challenge and were happy to share their budget home decorating projects with us, including exactly how much each item cost. We hope the savings strategies of our winners will inspire you.               Non-Professional Win… Read more...

                    From the Runway Fashion designer Jason Wu’s collection of bath fittings and accessories for luxury brand Brizo is turning heads with edgy lines and a matte black finish. The collection includes a coordinating lavatory faucet, towel holder, soap dispenser, wastebasket and more. The combination of Scandinavian and Baroque design elements b… Read more...

What started as a cluttered, storage-challenged kitchen with a poor layout now looks and functions better than ever. To maximize space, the existing peninsula was removed and a new island was placed in the center of the kitchen, creating an open layout that incorporates the adjacent dining area. The custom maple island with beadboard-style end panels and 3-inch-thick Tigerwood countertop provides… Read more...

While you probably know that outdoor pollution can have negative consequences on your health, you might not realize that the air inside your home can also be scary. The volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can be found in paints, furnishings and building materials can cause health problems such as eye, nose and throat irritation, nausea and even cancer, depending on the level and length of expos… Read more...

A Moroccan-style accent wall featuring a traditional pattern in bold colors demonstrates the power of paint. “Color does matter,” says faux finish artist Kass Wilson, of Wallstreat Studio in Atlanta. “Don’t be fooled into thinking that a traditional pattern only works with a traditional style. Unexpected color combinations completely transform the way a design is perceived.” Wilson partn… Read more...

Nursery Chic Comfort and style combine in the new Jessica Charles line of upholstered swivel rockers and gliders designed with the modern mom in mind. Available in more than 400 fabrics, fine details such as tufting and hand-driven nailhead trims make each chair special for those tender first years. Plus, the chairs can easily transition into the living room post-baby. $1,407; available in A… Read more...

  Before the remodel, the existing furniture, a pair of handsome leather sofas, dominated this Powder Springs family room and yearned for a feminine touch. To soften the look, ready-made drapery panels were customized by adding pinched pleats and 3-inch bands of navy fabric on the leading. Custom accent pillows and exquisite blooms also work wonders in neutralizing the space. The… Read more...

Complementary Colors Citron, soft gray, muted plum and shimmers of silver and gold create a high-end look that will last throughout the holidays. Elegant but understated, the cool tones offer unexpected warmth. The muted plum toss pillows create a crisp look and can easily be changed out next season. Armless slipper chairs accessorized with today’s hot hue, citron, provide just the right color… Read more...

  Warm and Cozy Store your plushest blankets in a woven felt storage basket that’s just as soft and inviting. Versatile and stylish, the bins are great for toys and shoes too. Target,www.target.com; $16.99 Rock, Paper, Scissors The fun and functional Pebble Collection by Karim includes Post-it note and Scotch tape dispensers in the shape of weighted, rock-like pods… Read more...

Rustic-modern finds Metal typography letter, Bungalow Classic, www.bungalowclassic.comWooden picture frame, Limetree Gifts, www.limetreegifts.com Aspelund bed frame, IKEA, www.ikea.com Sequin animals, West Elm, www.westelm.com   Atlanta is the perfect place for mixing modern and rustic home decor. It has a rustic Deep South heritage—Think… Read more...