For homes with unused space under a stairway, it can be a challenge find a way to actually use that space. Leaving it bare makes that awkward angular area distracting, but you probably couldn't do anything functional with that space either, right? On the contrary! There are numerous ways to make that odd-shaped void beneath your
While it's no doubt that the days of fully wallpapered homes are far behind us, wallpaper has not entirely gone out of style. In fact, in recent years, wallpaper sales have been going up! And with good reason: adding wallpaper to a room enhances depth, texture, pattern, color, and, of course, style. Whether it's one wall
Has an open floor plan got you stumped on ways to distinguish your space? Perhaps your open living area is just a little too open- so much so that you wish to "split" it into both living and dining areas, while still having room for a flow of traffic and a clear line to the kitchen
Adding interest and life to your home is easier than you may think. By accessorizing, you allow your own personality to shine through while livening up the space around you. Accessorizing can help you in multiple ways. Whether you own or rent your living space, you always want it to feel like a home. By choosing
When it comes to home improvements, not all are created equal. While some add definite value to the price of your home, others may be nice to have, but don't do much to boost overall asking price. Regardless of whether you want to make interior and exterior improvements for yourself and your family or if you want to get
(BPT) - Ever since humans stopped dwelling in caves and started living in huts made of tree branches, wood has been an indispensable structural and decorative residential material. Man’s house-building relationship with wood - historically, culturally and experientially - is deep, long and universal. In part that’s because wood is abundant, economical, durable and flexible. But
Small windows, awkwardly placed doors, indoor and outdoor clutter, odd places for steps; these and other barriers will interrupt a smooth visual and traffic pattern between your home and yard. Follow these tips to design creative and useful spaces that work together. Design It When Building Design your outdoor areas close to your home's main indoor
(BPT) - Hand-planed, reclaimed hardwood floors? Beautiful but pricey. Custom drapery? The cost can be blinding. When it comes to home decorating, it's easy to blow your budget on one or two upgrades - and maybe that would be OK if those improvements also amped up the drama in your decor. Too often, however, costly decorating
(BPT) - It’s a strategy interior designers often use to create stunning rooms that wow the instant someone enters them: the use of creative color. Homeowners looking to deliver impressive interior style can take cues from what will be the trendiest hues of 2015 and beyond. “Color itself is like one of the senses, enhancing our
There's nothing sexy about kitchen appliances (at least most of them). But that's no reason to give up, and allow an army of small appliances to clutter up the countertops. And it's no reason to keep that grimy old refrigerator that's as ugly as it is energy inefficient. Here are four design strategies to incorporate all
