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Old World Style-Part 2
If you are in the process of building a new home or redesigning your existing home and Old World style is your design goal, architectural salvage yards and antique stores can be great resources for authentic and unique items.
Architectural Salvage Yards and Warehouses
Items found in an architectural salvage yard have been obtained from buildings and [...]
Old World Style-part I
Many people dream of living in an ancient castle with its gothic style windows, massive stone fireplaces, huge rooms and ancient artifacts. But for most of us, our home is our castle. Fortunately, it is possible to incorporate many of the design elements found in old world style into your own decorating.
• You can [...]
Western Design Style
Part of the fun of travelling to different areas is enjoying the local style of architecture and design. Western, or lodge, design creates a cozy and comforting feeling through the use of textural fabrics, exposed and weathered wood, hand forged iron and locally inspired artwork.
Like many other areas of the country that have a particular [...]
The Use of Classic Motifs in Home Décor
Architectural features have always been a source of inspiration when it comes to interior design and home décor. Interpretations of columns, shields, arches, vines and other symbols found on ancient buildings can be used as decorative items in your rooms.
For example, the wall hook pictured features a fleur de lis symbol at the top. [...]
Re-create the Movie Theatre Experience in your own Home Media Room
Movies have the ability to touch all of our senses. We hear the conversations and the music, we see the beautiful scenery and the actors, we feel through our emotions as well as tactical elements such as the leather of the chairs and we certainly taste and smell via the yummy treats we allow [...]
Indie Home Fashion
The term “indie” is popping up all over the place and no one really seems to know exactly what the term is referring to. However, there are two definitions that can apply to the home fashion industry.
• Furniture manufacturers from Indonesia use the term “indie” as an abbreviation that represents the style of furniture and [...]
Red and White Christmas Décor
The combination of red and white during the holidays conjures up visions of candy canes, peppermints, Santa’s suit and even Rudolph’s nose. But there are other, more sophisticated ways to use these colors that will last during the holidays and into the early days of winter.
Flowers are a fresh and simple way to decorate [...]
Today’s Interior Designer: The Value Engineer & Negotiator
It is easy to turn on your television set and find a decorating show that tells you how to completely redesign a room in your home for under $500.00. If you are interested in saving some money or just enjoy working on projects, there are plenty of DIY shows and books that will [...]
Autumn Outdoor Living: Must Haves Heat and Light
Outdoor living continues to be a popular pastime for most people. Our homes reflect this trend as we are seeing larger outdoor entertaining spaces that often include full kitchens and separate seating areas. The decorating needs of these spaces are similar to decorating the interior of your home. You will need comfortable seating [...]
Outdoor Living – FIRE UP THE ISLAND GRILL
Outdoor living is a pleasure enjoyed year round by those fortunate to live in the tropical and temperate climates like South Florida, Southern California, Hawaii and Arizona in particular, but there’s no reason why you can’t create a beautiful outdoor living area anywhere in the country regardless of the climate. Now that Spring [...]
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