Transform your home into a sanctuary of style and comfort with these innovative and practical tips. From optimizing lighting to embracing biophilic design, these strategies will help you create a more inviting and functional living environment. Dive in and discover how small changes can make a big impact on your home. Illuminate with Intent:...
From the shiny silvery furniture of the 1930s to a mainstay of midcentury modern style and a touchstone of the Y2K era, chrome is one of those enduring finishes that everyone can relate to in some way. Deeply embedded in the history of American furnishings, the love for chrome finishes has ebbed and flowed...
Nowadays, a lot of the decorating rules we grew up with have been tossed aside in favor of design freedom and the feeling that anything goes. When it comes to hanging lighting fixtures, however, some recommendations shouldn’t be ignored. Most homes built 30 or more years ago, especially in older cities and neighborhoods, have...
In this fast-paced time, when people are feeling more stressed and anxious than ever, it’s easy to see why the 2023 Design Trend research report from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) says that homeowners want to transform their baths into an oasis-like retreat for both body and mind. The 2023 Design Trend...
If you’re thinking of expanding your kitchen, you’re not alone. According to the 2023 Design Trend research report from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), many homeowners will expand their kitchen’s square footage this year, often by breaking through walls and taking over adjoining rooms. There is also a need for increased kitchen...
One of the brightest and most versatile trends we are seeing in the lighting world is the white finish. Lights finished in white offer up a warm and comfortable look that pairs beautifully with any decor style! For example, in the Savoy House Daniels chandelier pictured above, the white finish softens the edges on...
For centuries, sparkling crystal chandeliers have adorned the residences of the aristocracy and royalty. In that regard, not much has changed over hundreds of years, because crystal is still seen as a sign of opulence and wealth. What’s changed is the affordability and availability of more modern styles. While the classic look of ornate...
Unlike the larger and more open areas of the home, bathrooms are private and self-contained. For that reason, you have a lot of design latitude when it comes to renovating or redecorating the bath since it is not usually in view of the rest of the home. That means you can create an entirely...
Decorative details elevate an intricate design by adding a little extra zhuzh that nudges it into the luxury category. When added to a price-friendly style, decorative detailing makes it more visually interesting and serves as a differentiator from other basic looks in that budget band. What exactly are “details?” It’s the unexpected touches that...
There’s one thing you can count on every fall: as the days get shorter, you’ll start using your lights more often. This includes your outdoor light fixtures. These crucial lights brighten up the exterior of your home and help it feel inviting. They guide folks to your entryway, walkways, patio and other spots around...