Our landfills are growing by the second — but there’s plenty that we can do to help, while also adding some extra functionality or style in our homes! Find decorating inspiration in these five unique ways to reuse items you already have. Mother Nature will be pleased. 1.Bottle Beauties Instead of tossing empty glass wine, …
Any true man cave should be suitable for a king. But what are the essential elements of the most tricked-out guy space? Betsy Helmuth, a New York City-based interior designer and owner of Affordable Interior Design, shares her pro tips and finds. 1. Comfortable Seating Hunt for a sectional that’s 38- to 42-inches deep (the …
Mudrooms serve a specific purpose in our homes: to keep the rest of the house clean. A place to kick off our muddy shoes and hang our soaked raincoats, the mudroom is often neglected when it comes to style and function beyond the basic coat hooks and shoe trays. But entryways aren’t just for use …
Whether or not you have a green thumb or an affinity for indoor herb gardens, there’s no question that houseplants add a decorative interest to any interior, as long as they’re kept alive, of course! From color, shape, texture and general eye-catching appeal, the options of plants and planters are seemingly endless. How should you add …
When you’re entertaining, why opt for basic store-bought serving pieces when you can stand out with a dose of originality? Serve appetizers or desserts on a “made-it-myself” pairing of vintage plates and candlesticks. Scour vintage markets or thrift stores to find stylish dessert or salad size plates and candle holders (pillar or taper work), or …
Layered rugs are a growing trend in the world of interior design; just browse Pinterest for a few minutes or open your most recent decor magazine and you’ll quickly spot the craze. This trend creates a collected, textural feel for a room that satisfies and surprises. But trying to achieve such a look makes for tricky work. …
We’ve compiled a straight forward glossary of the most common lighting terms if you’re just getting into the space. Amperes (Amps) A measure of electrical current. In incandescent lamps, the current is related to voltage and power as follows: Current (Amps) = Power (Watts) / Voltage (Volts). American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A consensus-based organization …
As you dust off your boxes and bins of holiday decorations this season, you may be feeling excited for the holidays — but uninspired for your decor. Rather than replenishing your stock of seasonal decor items, consider giving those “leftovers” a new lot in life by repurposing them in new ways. Try these seasonal decor …
While it’s easy to buy a few boxes of lights and frame your porch or drape them over your shrubs, why not — ahem — branch out and try these clever decorating ideas with exterior lights? We rounded up our favorite outdoor home décor ideas for the holidays. Look Up Get creative with where you hang your …
When it comes to decorating a home for Halloween, there’s one thing to keep in mind: Stay true to your design style. Just because it’s a one-day-a-year celebration doesn’t mean you have to drop your love of fresh flowers or certain colors that aren’t typically associated with the holiday. “Halloween is one of the most creative …