Tiffany Lamps: A History in Design
Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848-1933) is the creator of the well-known Tiffany lamp. His career began as an oil and watercolor painter, but he became interested in glass while traveling in Europe and…
Tech Tuesday Topic: See How TVs are Passing the Designer Test
Better-looking televisions and electronics come out of the armoir, into the room's design home electronics design by Seura Home electronics design has come a long way from the boxy tube TV…
8 Ways to Make Your Mantel Shine
mediterranean living room design by los angeles interior designer M2 Interior Design, Inc. As the weather gets cooler, our focus turns toward the warmth of the fireplace and its surrounding beauty.…
Color Psychology: Yellow
With the official onset of autumn, how about a little look into the color psychology of one of the sunniest of the autumnal colors? Many people shy away from using yellow, but a better understanding…
Off the Beaten Path: Delightful Alcove Spaces
traditional hall design by charleston general contractor Priester's Custom Contracting, LLC Whether for art, a bed, a chair, a tub or any other reason, alcoves provide those special spaces that…
Decor: White Chic Done Right
So we are now officially past the Labour Day weekend and following the advice of fashionistas - packing away white shoes, pants and accessories. If you are a lover of all things white, your decor…
The Case for Linoleum and Vinyl Floors
Paul Anater of Kitchen and Residential Design is a prolific writer who's articles show up in many design circles. He has posted a series of flooring articles on one of our favorite design sites,…
Decor: How to Decorate With Red
Get inspired to use the color of luck and love in your interior design! modern entry design by portland architect Giulietti Schouten Architects The color red is powerful, both in its appearance and…
Decor: Small Ideas For Big Results
contemporary hall design by denver architect Forum Phi When looking to make changes in our homes' decor, we often think of making improvements on a larger scale. I'm always excited about…
Set Sail Year Round With Breezy Boat Decor
spaces design Although summer is coming to an end, there are still ways to evoke the feelings of a breezy coastal getaway at home all year long. One of the greatest feelings of freedom in the world…
Frame Your Views With Great Moldings and Casings
traditional family room design by boston architect LDa Architecture & Interiors Decorative plaster or wood trim applied where walls meet ceilings, doors and/or windows go a long way to define a…
Creating Beautiful Accent Walls
Accent walls. Are you nervous yet? Choosing the colour and location of an accent wall can be a daunting task or a dismal failure. The folks at Benjamin Moore offer some advice. Accent walls are a…
Decor: 17 Ways to Light Up Your Fireplace
modern media room design by indianapolis general contractor Wrightworks, LLC The main function of a fireplace is to provide warmth, but it’s also a great spot to punch up a room’s style. That said,…
An Introduction to Solid-Plank Wood Floors
contemporary living room design by san francisco architect Mark English Architects, AIA Wood floors are a classic addition to any home. Barring damage from fire or flood, a well-made and…
Interior Space Planning Basics
DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3826 Main Floor When designing floor plans, you will notice that the Drummond design team does a mock placement of typical furniture. We hear time and time again how…
Decor: 20 Ways to Light Up Your Home With Creativity and Surprise
modern bathroom design by nashville interior designer Jamie Beckwith It’s no secret that lighting can make or break a room. The secret lies in the many different forms and functions in which we can…
Decor: How to Add Depth to Your Interiors with Accent Colour
If you are trying to add the finishing touches on your room but can’t figure out what the missing aesthetic piece is, it may be accent color. Accent colors enable a room to become whole with…
Decor: How to Hide Those Plugs and Switches
mediterranean bathroom design by houston general contractor Hann Builders Local building codes say we have to have so many outlets every so often. And switches are just a necessity of life. So…
Decor: Eleven Styling Tips For Shelves You’ll Love
contemporary kitchen design by san francisco interior designer Fiorella Design It’s true that shelves primarily came about as a means of storage; however, the decor world has slowly but surely…
