How to Modernise Your Conservatory

How to Modernise Your Conservatory
Spring is well on the way so there’s never been a better time to revamp your conservatory and give a tired looking and cluttered space a facelift. Check out the tips below if you want to breathe new life into your traditional conservatory… Remove dark or patterned wallpaper and paint the walls a neutral colour ...

5 affordable ways to dress up your bedroom

5 affordable ways to dress up your bedroom
The master bedroom is a place for privacy, tranquility and relaxation. For many, the master bedroom is also a place where they may choose to splurge, perhaps on sumptuous bedding or the hand-crafted bed they have always wanted. But the reality is you don’t have to break the bank to create an appealing bedroom. With ...

Can contemporary design include crystal chandeliers?

Can contemporary design include crystal chandeliers?
Trying to maneuver through the rules of the design world can sometimes feel like walking across a mine field. We want to categorize every product as traditional, contemporary, rustic, lodge, industrial, modern or French country. We are so concerned about those labels that we often second-guess our design decisions. In reality, you can make almost ...

Combining households and design

Combining households and design
You’ve decided to take the plunge and purchase that home together – now what? Whether you are a newly married couple or two people who have decided to simply live under the same roof, combining households can be an overwhelming task. HOW TO BEGIN Start with each person determining their own personal design style. This ...

Decorating the dorm

Decorating the dorm
If you are going to college this fall – or know someone who is – and need ideas on how to decorate your dorm room, read on. Those dorms are pretty small, so planning ahead and being creative are both important. Here are some ideas. 1. First arrange and rearrange the furnishings in the room. ...

5 efficient bathroom-storage solutions

5 efficient bathroom-storage solutions
Six in the morning on a Monday – your alarm goes off. After rolling over and pressing snooze more times than you’d like to admit, you spring out of bed and run to your messy bathroom, knowing you have less than 20 minutes to get ready. You spend the first five minutes searching for the ...

Hallway decorating ideas

Hallway decorating ideas
Hallways need love, too. If you don’t give them love and attention, they will remain the boring and utilitarian structures they are. So, let’s explore a few ways to spruce up your hallways. Color Tricks If the hallway is very long, you can “shorten” it by painting the wall at the end a deep, dark ...

Put your mark on your decor

Put your mark on your decor
We have been mad about monograms for years, but this spring, we’re taking these lovely letters to new heights. If you want to add a little something extra, a touch of class, a small detail that makes your rooms so personal and unique, add some monograms. Here are four spots to put your mark on: ...

Tips for creating a soothing bedroom

Tips for creating a soothing bedroom
When it comes to creating the perfect decor for your bedroom, it doesn’t have to be about spending lots of money. Instead, aim to create a soothing and calming atmosphere that reflects your personality and creates the ideal oasis. In refreshing your bedroom, remove pieces that are excess and keep pieces you love, using them ...

Turn a boring bedroom into a comfy retreat 1

Turn a boring bedroom into a comfy retreat
We spend about 10 hours a day on average in the bedroom. That’s a good part of the day, so why not make this retreat one of the best rooms in the house? To do the job well, it’s important to understand that bedrooms aren’t just for sleeping. They serve many purposes. Televisions and Internet ...