While at a model home recently I took the following picture because I thought this arrangement was so cool. Well I’m sure the mirror arrangement here was over $600.00. I tried to duplicate the look on a budget and did the below with $75.00 for all the mirrors and $39.99 for the charger plate. The [...]
26 Fabulous Window Treatment Ideas
Posted in April 13th, 2008
Covering windows can be the biggest an most expensive challenge in some rooms. However, the challenge is well worth the effort to make it perfect when the results are as dramatic as the examples you will see below. Your window coverings can make or break the feel of your room, so take some time, do [...]
How to dress arched windows…
Posted in December 9th, 2007
Sometimes the beautiful arched windows that are being incorporated into new houses are a bear to dress. This model home gives an inexpensive and simple solution. You don’t need a ton of fabric for this either. This treatment also unifies what would look like two sets of windows on top of each other. For privacy [...]
Guess what I saw in this model home?
Posted in December 3rd, 2007
Guess what I saw in this model home? Something extremely practical and useful! A basket for pillows and blankets when they are not in use! This is a great idea. I also use nice big baskets at the the front and back doors of my house for shoes, dog leashes and other stuff that seems [...]
Best Shape for a Dining Room Table is….
Posted in September 6th, 2007
My preferred shape for a dining room table is round because at a rectangular table you only can visit with the people next to you. At a round table, you can converse with everyone; you also can seat more people “in the round.” If your room layout demands a rectangular table, consider one supported by [...]
How do I pick a focal or feature wall? Ask David Bromstad
Posted in August 30th, 2007
According to David Bromstad of HGTV’s Color Splash, to pick a focal wall to paint a different color, choose the wall with the largest piece of furnature. Paint it your focal color. David also says if you have a small room, keep all the furnature black and it will actually make the room look larger. [...]
The 7 Layers of Design by Christopher Lowell
Posted in August 23rd, 2007
The seven layers of design according the interor designer Christopher Lowell: Paint and architecture. The first layer of design according the interor designer Christopher Lowell, “Paint is one of the most effective and inexpensive ways to add substance, warmth and “theme” to any room. But remember this golden rule: Paint the ceiling too. A touch [...]
How to Hide the Wires…
Posted in August 18th, 2007
This is a great way to hide the cords of side wall lamps. And it’ makes a strikingly bold statement of color. You can also hide wires for lights and speakers in the following ways: Behind molding Behind plants Under rugs Get under the flooring or in the walls
Create a cozy corner in your bedroom with 4 simple ingredients…
Posted in July 18th, 2007
Create a cozy corner in your bedroom with 4 simple ingredients… A cozy upholstered arm chair to sit and read or meditate A grand tree in the corner for the peace and serenity of the out doors An uplight behind the tree to brighten up the corner A fluffy pillow on the chair Have fun [...]
How to Use The Color Red in Decorating…
Posted in June 18th, 2007
Rarely does any design call for pure-tone red–essentially the color an artist uses right from the tube. Pure colors lach subtlety and sophistication and, in most settings, would be much too intense, drawing the eye to the color exclusive of any other element in the room. — Linda Blair, ASID Design Sense: A Guide to [...]
