         Archive for March 2011 Mar 31 2011 Homeowners, as well as apartment dwellers, can benefit from designing a home storage center that provides a compact way to store their possessions.  Mar 31 2011 If you're still using heavy drapes or if your window blinds and shades have seen better days, now may be the time to revitalize your window coverings for the spring, according to NorthJersey.com.  Mar 31 2011 Selling a home can certainly seem like a daunting task. Aside from being a significant decision, it is a substantial undertaking and one has to be sure that their home looks as attractive as possible. While it may seem overwhelming to give an abode such a facelift, CBS MoneyWatch recently shared some tips on how to get the most out of a dwelling.  Mar 30 2011 Country-style décor can be an attractive theme for any room and is versatile enough to fit both traditional and contemporary architecture.  Mar 30 2011 For better sleep, individuals should turn off the TV, their computer and cell phones for an hour before bedtime, a nationwide poll recommends.  Mar 30 2011 The use of natural light in these spaces is essential to fostering a homey and comfortable environment.  Mar 29 2011 The company recently released its top interior design trends for the spring and homeowners looking to reinvigorate their space should keep a few of these tips in mind.  Mar 29 2011 New Zealand interior designer Donna White knew she wanted a beautifully landscaped garden outside her 1940s English-style home. But with her professional life spent designing interior spaces, she was willing to take her outdoor project one step at a time to learn about landscaping that would best complement her home and her needs.  Mar 28 2011 An industrial look in gourmet kitchens filled with stainless steel appliances can be offset by brighter hues in cooking accessories, chair cushions or brightly-painted chairs.  Mar 28 2011 The color of moldings, trims and doors can be as important as wall color when home decorators are considering a new design scheme for a room.  Mar 28 2011 The bookshelf has been the staple of living rooms for years. The often-elegant pieces of furniture provide an easy way to create a sophisticated atmosphere while also adding a unique aesthetic. Though the benefits are well-known, many homeowners may be unsure how about how to best make use of them, but according to the Star Tribune, by remembering a few simple tips it does not have to be too difficult.  Mar 28 2011 Griffin believes that the secret to creating a functional washroom is using every square inch to your advantage, to make it work for you.  Mar 25 2011 Industry professional Stephen Saint-Onge recently spoke with The Kansas City Star and shared his insights on how amateur designers can size up what they have to see what will work in their new space.  Mar 24 2011 The focus on natural materials, clean design lines and earthy colors of Mission furnishings is a 100-year-old design style that fits beautifully with today's design trends.  Mar 24 2011 Converting a garage into additional living space can be done for many reasons – creating a studio apartment for an extended family member, setting up a home business with a separate entrance or extending the size of an adjacent kitchen or family room.  Mar 24 2011 Natural light can breathe new life into living areas, and you can increase your home's energy-efficiency in the process.  Mar 23 2011 Textile designer Christiane Lemieux recently released a new book called, Undecorate: The No-Rules Approach to Interior Design.  Mar 23 2011 With about 5 million college students taking at least one online course among their studies, developing a work space at home that has limited distractions and good lighting has become an important feature in home design.  Mar 23 2011 Researchers at Allegheny College in Pennsylvania found that a short, daytime nap can help lower blood pressure and improve heart health in people who are over-stressed.  Mar 23 2011 When homeowners decide their entire house interior needs a fresh coat of paint, design consultant Cindy Lee Bergersen has these words to guide them - think about the big picture.  Mar 22 2011 In actuality, one of the easiest ways to create the illusion of more space and to improve the light filtering capabilities of your apartment is with creative use of window treatments.  Mar 21 2011 Sustainability has become a guiding principle not just in the choice of green building materials in home improvement but the designs that go with them.  Mar 21 2011 Many interior designers agree that a bright white ceiling may draw attention to its starkness instead of melding naturally into the overall color scheme of a room.  Mar 21 2011 While window treatments such as these may seem fairly innocuous to some, they can be a major concern for families with small children.  Mar 18 2011 With a mix of light colors, comfortable furnishings and vintage accessories, homeowners can achieve the cottage look without moving to a cabin in the woods.  Mar 18 2011 Home decorators don't have to shy away from using bold colors and innovative combinations, even in the most formal areas of their homes such as living or dining rooms.  Mar 18 2011 Window treatments such as shades, blinds, curtains and draperies are invaluable decorative accents that can instantly provide layers of functional detail to your living space.  Mar 17 2011 Book shelves have always been an easy way to fill up wall space and add depth and personality to your home, according to the Star Tribune.  Mar 16 2011 The Toronto Interior Design show is one of the biggest exhibitions in the home decorating business, and brings together some of the brightest minds in the industry.  Mar 16 2011 The proper window treatments can add a warm and inviting look to your work space, and soft sheer shades can provide the perfect amount of light to illuminate your room.  Mar 16 2011 The small, efficient style of modular housing isn't the only attraction for homeowners joining the growing numbers of modular homeowners.  Mar 16 2011 Creating an organized playroom requires the same routine as any reorganization - evaluate needs, clear space to sort belongings and re-stock the room in easy-to-use containers and shelving.  Mar 15 2011 In addition to controlling the amount of light that filters in, certain window blinds and shades can form a tight seal on your windows to control air leakage.  Mar 15 2011 When it comes to interior design, some people are often puzzled when they hear that contemporary and modern are two distinct styles.  Mar 15 2011 A white-on-white palette can be a challenging color scheme that takes some effort to strike the right balance among variations of white. But it comes with one big advantage – white goes well with any accent color.  Mar 15 2011 When considering window treatments for your living space, it's important to weigh the proportions of your drapes and curtains with the room darkening abilities of your new window blinds or shades.  Mar 14 2011 A rustic look for your home's interiors is a popular and functional way to decorate your space, but weighing the proportions can be a tricky proposition.  Mar 14 2011 Opening day is just around the corner, so if you're one of those people that's going to call in sick to ensure you see the first pitch, team-themed window treatments are made for fans like you.  Mar 14 2011 One of the decorating challenges faced be people who live in mobile homes is how to overcome the look of one long room as their living space.  Mar 14 2011 The mix of traditional and modern décor brought together in an eclectic decorating style succeeds best when homeowners have a good command of color, texture and finishes.  Mar 11 2011 The wide range of skylights that can be installed in a home these days is as varied as the architectural styles available to homeowners.  Mar 11 2011 A paint job on all walls of a room may not be needed to create a new look and atmosphere for a space.  Mar 11 2011 The best way to get a good night's sleep is to establish a consistent bedtime and to use room-darkening shades in your bedroom.  Mar 10 2011 This ancient Chinese practice of providing balance and harmony to everyday life can be easily applied to interior design, where individuals control how their environment affects them.  Mar 10 2011 A switch to proper window treatments will improve your home's insulation and instantly add style to your home, according to Brimbank Leader.  Mar 10 2011 Adding accessories to a room gives homeowners a chance to personalize their spaces with the items they treasure most.  Mar 9 2011 Creative use of fixtures, decorative lighting and window treatments can make the smallest space more inviting.  Mar 9 2011 Blinds Chalet believes all of their customers should wake up feeling ready to face the day, so they have offered a $25 rebate on each order of room-darkening SlumberShades until March 31st.  Mar 9 2011 When home decorators are trying to decide what their décor style is, a good starting point is to focus on the fabrics and colors they like best in home furnishings.  Mar 9 2011 Door knob covers. Anti-scald devices. Tip-over anchors. These may be foreign terms to anyone who hasn't had children, but to parents of babies and young kids, they are potentially life-saving additions to their homes.  Mar 8 2011 Office design has changed exponentially, as businesses turn to energy-efficient spaces that maximize light and reduce environmental impact, according to ConstructionWeekOnline.com.  Mar 8 2011 In addition, picking the right material for your space is essential to ensure their long-lasting durability and aesthetic style, according to ShropshireStar.com.  Mar 8 2011 With an emphasis on more natural finishes and sustainable materials, homeowners are looking for a mix of traditional and contemporary furnishings that coordinate well with green design trends.  Mar 8 2011 Decorating an apartment often has to be completed around limitations set down in the rental agreement. But renters today can find lots of interesting products that help them bring life to white walls and ho-hum floors.  Mar 7 2011 For sports fanatics or alumni, collegiate window shades from Blinds Chalet featuring their favorite college sports team could be a perfect addition to a home entertainment area or office.  Mar 7 2011 Jeannie Richmond is an interior designer that has seen homes transformed with the clever addition of window treatments and shades.  Mar 7 2011 With the onset of spring, thoughts of sprucing up a room with new paint leads many homeowners to worry whether their color choices are too dark.  Mar 7 2011 For homeowners who have inherited furniture from relatives that has little in common with their own décor, there's a new trend afoot that can solve that decorating problem.  Mar 4 2011 Florida-based interior designer Michelle Jennings likens the use of stripes in home décor to the slimming effect they have when used in clothing.  Mar 4 2011 Room-darkening shades can help prevent air leakage during the winter and keep cool air in during the summer.  Mar 3 2011 Decorating with furnishings that are already available in a household is a practical and resourceful way to approach room makeovers.  Mar 3 2011 Kristina Tosi's online shop for vintage goods is steeped in history. Its name, Cottage Farm, comes from the name of her great-grandparents' home, and her talents in scavenging the best in collectible and decorative goods was learned helping to stock her mother's antique shop.  Mar 3 2011 As people get older, arthritis, joint pain and other age-related issues can be taxing when it comes to operating window treatments.  Mar 3 2011 Interior designer Shiree Segerstrom believes that creating a cozy atmosphere for your home can work wonders to show the depth and personality of your dwelling.  Mar 2 2011 Industry insider Shaynna Blaze preaches to her customers to be adventurous when choosing a hue, one that will reflect their personality in the process, according to The Pakenham Cardinia Leader.  Mar 2 2011 With modern graphics technology, the workers at Design Serendipity Interiors have started a service called "Design Delivery."  Mar 2 2011 When college students are away at school for several months, they may want a touch of home to make their rooms feel more comfortable.  Mar 2 2011 An ideal antidote to a fast-paced world is a new design trend called atmospherics, which relies on soft textures, transparency and iridescence to create a peaceful mood at home.  Mar 1 2011 Window treatment professionals Caryn O'Sullivan and Lonnice Zemke recently shared their expertise on how to effectively use window treatments in tandem with new blinds or shades, according to CBS New York.  Mar 1 2011 According to the National Association of Home Builders, the overall size of American homes has shrunk from 2,438 square feet to 2,377 square feet this year.  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