Charming Old Fashioned Bookshelves For A Cozy Home Library

If you ask me, there’s no better way to warm up a room than with a bookshelf. Admittedly I’m the kind of person that would line every wall floor to ceiling with books if I could, but there’s really nothing quite like the charm and coziness of a good old fashioned bookshelf. Putting out your […]

Understanding Product Descriptions For Bathroom Vanities

Buying premade bathroom vanities is a great way to save money and get a more distinctive look than you would with a custom build bathroom cabinet. But while you know exactly what your cabinets are made of when you have them built yourself, what exactly goes into a premade bathroom vanity isn’t always obvious – […]

Choosing A Colorful Mosaic Tile Backsplash For Your Kitchen

Adding a tile backsplash is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to dramatically update the look and feel of your kitchen. It’s a simple but striking alteration, and can really help set the mood for the whole space. Installing a backsplash is also a great way to add color to your kitchen, but […]

Antique Sofa Sets From AFD – Beautiful Replicas For An Elegant Living Room

In a big, traditional living room in a very traditional styled house, sometimes a contemporary style sofa just won’t cut it. A sofa set or sectional is the centerpiece of any living space, and if you want to create a classic, old world look, it’s important to choose furniture that’s bold enough to carry the […]

In Praise Of Pedestal Sinks – New Life For A Traditional Fixture

In recent years, cottage style bathrooms have seen a lot of renewed popularity, not the least because this look works so well in a small bathroom. With the resurgence of this classic style, pedestal sinks have gotten new life, too, and have even become a hot item for bathrooms of all sizes, even ones that […]

Trendy Mid Century Modern Accent Chairs To Dress Up Your Living Room (Part 2)

Yesterday I talked a bit about using big, bold, mid century modern chairs to act as a single daring statement piece in a living room – large chairs that are ideal for replacing a hefty arm chair or recliner. But today I want to take a look at more petite chairs – ones you might […]

Trendy Mid Century Modern Accent Chairs To Dress Up Your Living Room (Part 1)

Styles come and styles go, but the most innovative designs transcend the trends, which means the most distinctive styles in all walks of design are bound to come back around again. Right now, all kinds of vintage and retro items are booming, from classic pedestal sinks in the bathroom to antique industrial lights in the […]

Elements Of A Stylish Contemporary Cottage Style Bathroom

Much of bathroom design has been trending toward a simpler, more classic cottage style. Like the kitchen, where an old fashioned farmhouse look is booming, homeowners are looking for bathrooms that combine a timeless appearance with a practical, down to earth design that’s convenient and comfortable to use. Every element of a cottage bathroom is […]

Top Kitchen Trends For Your Next Remodel

Designing your dream kitchen can be hard enough without trying to predict how well your sense of style will hold up in years to come. But having a little knowledge of what’s hot right now (and which trends are on their way out) can help you get a little more mileage out of your next […]

Seven Trendy Ways To Add Contrast To A White Kitchen

White is one of the most popular colors for a kitchen these days. From highly traditional to sleek and modern and everywhere in between, the bright, clean look of a white kitchen holds an almost universal appeal. But making the look work well can be a little tricky. Too much white and your space can […]