Heather writes, "We have lived in our house 7 years and we have always hated our living room. It seems like each year we try to change some aspect of it in hopes that it will seem put together and we just can't seem to do it...
First Challenge
The space has three entries, three windows and an angled fireplace. It is
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I'm diligently working on part 2 of the accessorizing series. However, I received another reader request so thought that should take priority. She's been patiently waiting while I was on vacation. Marie, I hope these suggestions answer some of your questions.
Marie says: "I just bought this home and need some ideas on whether I should buy a sectional or loveseat
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A reader writes:
"Recently we painted our fireplace wall gray; we love it! The other walls are a light beige cream color. We were thinking of changing that color but aren't sure what will go with gray?? Also, when you're looking at the fireplace, the kitchen is right next to it (with a divider). We're thinking of painting the kitchen red
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Exploring model homes for home decorating ideas is something my friend Cindy and I love to do together. We can spend all day wandering through homes of all sizes and styles, picking up color ideas, room arrangements or window treatment inspiration.
MODEL HOMES VS. REAL HOMES
I'm the first one to agree that you can pick up some great ideas from model
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I've heard it quoted as gospel over and over by designers and clients alike. To be attractive, things have to be grouped in threes. I'm here to say "bologna".
To illustrate my point, I wandered my house and took pictures of the "not three" groupings I have. Here are a few....
To those who follow conventional wisdom and live by the rule of odd numbers, I want to
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Repeat, Repeat, Repeat. No, not words, but a motif. A sure way to pull a look together is by repeating a design element around a room and this is a design technique that interior designers use all the time. If you really want to integrate a home, repeat a design motif or elements of a pattern throughout the home, beginning with the
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