A finished basement is an investment worth making. Not only does it provide you with space to enhance your living quarters, but it also increases the value of your home. Here are five brilliant ways to finish your basement.
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We all have that one thing in our living room that bothers us. Maybe it is excessive amounts of trinkets with nowhere to put them, or maybe it is the layout of the furnishings, but regardless of what your living room woes may be, it bothers you day in and day out. That is what we are here for! Here are some designer tips on how to create a perfectly styled living room and transform your “woes” into “wows”.
Stylish Storage:
Do you have too many trinkets and books lying around? Today’s trend in the living room is to navigate away from the traditional bookcase and replace it with a stylish shelf with tasteful fabric boxes to hide anything you may not want on display. As an added bonus, you can choose boxes that compliment the colours in the room! Other storage ideas include a tiered coffee table, ottomans, and nesting tables.
Are you bored of your same old, everyday kitchen? Maybe you are feeling like it is time for an upgrade. Lucky for you, we asked our interior designer, Anna Jilon about some of the current kitchen trends and upgrades that are popular today.
The entrance to your home is one of the most important areas of the house, because it is the first room visitors and guests see. Here are some tips and ideas on how to make your entryway the room that everyone will envy:
1.DIY Decor Ideas
Are you one of those creative souls, with a flare for do-it-yourself talent? Revamp your entryway with some of these handy DIY decor ideas to add that extra creative accent to the first room your guests see in your house:
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Read MoreLighting is a subtle but essential decor accessory in the home. The right style, shape, colour, and size of a light fixture, along with varying degrees of light and shadow, can give a home a designer look. With a few simple and inexpensive lighting tricks, every space, from the formal living room to the bedroom, can be transformed from a dull to a designer look. Read on for tips on how to use lighting to create a designer look in your home.
Natural Lighting is The Perfect Accessory to Any Room
Read MoreDecluttering and organizing the home is often at the top of New Year’s resolutions. But the goal can be overwhelming and is often not achieved. Don’t give up on this challenging task. The rewards are well worth it. Your home will be less stressful, less dusty, easier to clean, and better for your family’s health. Decluttering and organizing your home doesn’t mean your home needs to be picture perfect. The goal should be to improve the space, so it is more comfortable for you and your family. Give your home a detox with these five easy ways to declutter your home.
1.Make a Detailed List of Areas in Your Home to Declutter
Cheerful Christmas table decor brings the holiday spirit to your home. It can also set a festive mood as your family and friends gather together for a special meal. Whether your style is casual, elegant, or modern, the holiday table deserves your special touch. Add sparkle and joy to your holiday with these Christmas table decoration tips.
Natural Accents for Your Christmas Table Decorations
Decorating with natural, outdoor accents adds charm and elegance to your Christmas table. Natural decor can be found just outside your front door, at your local flower shop, and farmer’s market. It can be simple or extravagant; the choice is up to you. Here are a few ideas for adding outdoor accents to your Christmas table decorations.
- Holly and birch branches tied together with red ribbon and placed in a thin vase is simple and homey
- Tiny twigs of rosemary and sage scattered around your table adds beauty and aromatics to your holiday table
- An arrangement of cut winter flowers, like the Christmas and Lenten roses or witch hazel with pine sprigs gives your holiday table freshness
- Wheat stalks together with holiday ribbon and placed in a clear, tall vase are simple and cozy
Festive, holiday lights brighten spirits and bring cheer to your home. Holiday lights are also a joyous way to greet your guests and get them in the mood for your holiday gathering. Before lighting your home for the season, a few simple steps can save you time, money, and distress. Consider safety and savings first, then start decorating. Here are a few holiday lighting tips to ensure a merry month of December.
The long, snowy, winter is right around the corner. As the days get shorter and cooler, families will spend more time inside. It’s time to make your family room a snug place for your family and friends to gather. Read on for six decor tips for a cozy family room.
1. Rich, Natural Colours in a Family Room are Welcoming and Relaxing
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Flooring for your lifestyle: Things to consider when choosing flooring for your home
Design & DecorFlooring is one of the most noticeable features of a home. For the homeowner’s enjoyment, the look and style should reflect their taste. However, it is important that the flooring matches the occupant’s lifestyle and budget too. Flooring options each have good and bad points. By carefully evaluating your family’s way of living, you can determine a flooring type that works best for you.Things to consider when choosing flooring for your home include who lives there, how the rooms are used, ease of maintenance, and health issues of the home’s occupants.