Monthly Archives: April 2015
How to give ANY room the X factor without breaking the bank
What is it about those fabulous homes in glossy magazines that make you want to be transported onto the page? According to one of the world’s top interior editors there are simple tricks to giving any space the X factor – and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune either. Adding statement flowers, using the... Read More
Design Recipes: Tips for creating a more sensual bedroom
When it comes to creating the perfect decor for setting the mood in your bedroom, it doesn’t have to be about spending lots of money, but creating a soothing and calming atmosphere that reflects your personality and creates the ideal oasis with some sensual pizzazz. When it comes to creating the perfect boudoir, here are... Read More
A Good First Impression: Realtors offer tips for improving your home’s sale appeal
Also, keep the front yard green, mowed and devoid of battered plaster deer, concrete cherubs and urns filled with dead plants. “Homebuyers will actually look at a place with no curb appeal and refuse to get out of the car and go inside,” he says. “No matter how beautiful the interior of a house is,... Read More
10 Essential Interior Design Tips for Small Spaces
Much of what I learned about small space thinking derives from observing my mini dachshund, Copperfield, and his love of cozy little areas. Yet, while he had a passion for snuggling up into corners, he expressed an irrepressible urge to run around a room in more expansive ways. Watching his spatial movements, I became acutely... Read More
Amanda Lamb shares her fresh-scented home decor tips
As DIY season approaches and the spring clean begins, Amanda Lamb claims that it is the small touches in a home that make a real difference. The 42-year-old star lounges among lush blooms in sweeping ball gowns as she collaborates with Air Wick for a new range of home fragrances. Amanda’s housing expertise have been... Read More
32 Easy Kitchen Upgrades
This collection of step-by-step guides will help transform your kitchen into tip-top shape If you’re going for homey and cozy in your kitchen, skip the built-in cabinet-base island and opt for a butcher-block counter instead. These thick wood-slab tops resist warping and nicks better than laminate and almost as well as stone. They’re perfect for... Read More
Decorating Hacks: Genius Makeovers You Can do In A Day
From wallpapering a window shade to reupholstering furniture with old curtains, these fast and easy makeover tips make a big difference DISPLAY A GREAT COLLECTION ON A DINING ROOM TABLE In the living room of an Atlanta house by designer Beth Webb, an elm plank table from Clubcu, which often doubles as a dining table, dramatically... Read More
Your 101 Guide to Collecting Wall Art
Wall art in 2015 is more exciting – and accessible – than ever, with oil-painted landscapes making way for captivating graphic pieces and contemporary photography. Here is the essential guide to purchasing, hanging, framing and collecting art for the novice. If you don’t have an eye for design, choosing the right art for a living... Read More
7 Smart Tips for Painting Your House
A fresh paint job on the outside makes your house look nicer and last longer. Follow these quick tips to get a nice, even look. (And if you’re planning to paint your interior walls. Few home-maintenance projects are important as exterior painting because paint and caulking form the first line of defense against rain, snow,... Read More
Now that spring has sprung, it’s time to bring the house back to life
Spring is here. As trees show their buds and plants begin to rise out of their beds, you may be looking around your house and wondering how to get rid of that cold-weather feel. “After a winter indoors, it’s relieving to freshen your house,” explains Merri Cvetan, interior designer, owner of the Milwaukee-based MEC Design... Read More