Deborah Torres
What Scandinavians lack in sunlight, they make up for in the design of their homes with the concept focusing on the bright and simplistic. This is particularly seen with their wall color. Where everything tended to be nothing but white in years past, they have since branched out to where the new style is all …
Often, farmhouse and cottage style are thrown into the same decorating category. This is because both styles focus on comfortable furniture and a cozy feeling. However, it is important to note that there are several differences between farmhouse and cottage decorating styles. Modern Farmhouse Farmhouse is an umbrella term that is used to describe many …
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Mudrooms are referred to as a small place after the entrance door where you can put your shoes, outer layering, umbrellas, etc. This is the area between the outdoor and indoor. Having a mudroom in the house is not a new concept. People in the US like to have mudrooms in their houses, and it …
There are several principles to adhere to when decorating a home in the Scandinavian design scheme with one of them being light. The region is infamously dark due to their incredibly long winters making for short days and a lack of natural light for residents. Many make up for this by bringing nature into their …
Lack of clutter is the standout feature of the Scandinavian design along with natural colored walls, wood floors, clean lines, and modern furnishings for a fresh aesthetic. This style offers a combination of beauty, simplicity, and above all else function. The harsh winter that is experienced in this region puts the design focus on utility …
One of the ways to make a harmonious look at home is through monochromatic color schemes. When it comes to decorating, these are also the commonly misunderstood term. However, if you know the basics of using a monochromatic color as well as the secrets to using it properly, you can easily create beautiful rooms. Monochromatic …
Shabby chic , rustic, and vintage are decorating terms that are oftentimes interchangeably used. These are, though, three very distinct styles all to themselves when being incorporated into a home. Shabby chic and vintage are similar as each gives the ‘old’ appearance, but not all shabby chic products are, in fact, vintage items. Rustic design …
Imagine a big beautiful garden in its smallest size and version and that is what your miniature garden is. Like how a Lilliput is the smallest version of a human being, miniature garden is the lilliputian version of a garden. This becomes a customised version with carefully and selectively chosen plants which showcases the creativity …
How many times have you ever walked into someone’s house and saw something hanging on the wall and exclaimed, “I want to do that!” People are so crafty and have so many amazing ideas that you just can’t help but want to recreate their projects. Luckily, people love to share their projects with specific instructions …
Minimalism, the trend that has taken over the world currently has spent decades in the making. Minimalism began as an art movement in the 1960s and gained traction in architecture and interiors around the 1980s. Borrowing greatly from the Japanese way of living, the style focused on building around the essentials. It was also influenced …