Interior Design

Giving your kitchen or bathroom a tile makeover can change the entire style and feel of the space. Whether you’re looking for something completely unique or you prefer to stick to a more neutral palette, there are many options available in style, materials and colors. Whatever your preferences, today’s tiles offer an array of creative options for dazzling designs. Glass Perhaps the most pop… Read more...

Beyond paint colors, flooring, wall coverings, furnishings, finishes and decor, there is one element that truly defines the aesthetics and comfort of a home. In fact, without this element, all other components of a room would be invisible. The element is light, and its amount, location and direction can make or break the function and style of your home. Rules of thumb The standard rule of thumb… Read more...

In an ideal world, buying furniture would be best described as an easy task. Your home would be a blank canvas and your pocketbook would be without limit. But in reality, that’s just not the case. Here are expert tips to help you in your furniture-buying quest. How to … decide what you need Save some time, money and frustration by drawing up a game plan. Take inventory of what you will keep,… Read more...

Purchasing an indoor area rug is a simple way to change the look of a room, whether you want to add a pop of color to a drab space or cozy up an area with hardwood floors. But with so many options on the market today, selecting the right rug can be tough. Following are some tips to make your decision a cinch. Size does matter Before you even begin shopping, determine what size rug you’re seeki… Read more...

As technology advances in illumination techniques, many traditional home fixtures are now enabled with light-emitting diode (LED) installations. There is a green benefit to this rising trend: LED lights use less power up front and generate less heat than other light fixtures. Replacing old lighting with LEDs not only will make your home eco-friendly and energy-efficient, but it also will modernize… Read more...

Pulling together an interior design plan for any space can be challenging, but creating a family room can be especially demanding. Combining such a wide variety of needs, wants and tastes into one space requires special planning and purchases. One for all Make your family-room redo an all-for-one-and-one-for-all project. Everyone in the home who is using the space should have a say. Getting sta… Read more...

The kitchen is often said to be the soul of a house—food brings the family together, invites guests inside and fills the room with comforting aromas. But the appeal of a kitchen can be lost if it’s cluttered with utensils, food and appliances. Here are some ideas to organize your kitchen. Cater to your personality When beginning to organize your kitchen, consider your home-decor personalityâ… Read more...

Pulling together an interior design plan for any space can be challenging, but creating a family room can be especially demanding. Combining such a wide variety of needs, wants and tastes into one space requires special planning and purchases. One for All Make your family-room redo an all-for-one-and-one-for-all project. Everyone in the home who is using the space should have a say. “The dist… Read more...