Coastal-Inspired Living Rooms

Coastal inspired design is not one particular style. A recurring theme in coastal design is a color scheme inspired by colors found along the beach. Colors found in sand, rocks, driftwoods, shells and the varying blues found in the ocean make for an incredibly beautiful palette. Whether you are decorating your coastal inspired room on…

Turn Your Dining Room Into A Home Bar

Do you enjoy entertaining, hosting parties, or having your closest friends over for a few last-minute drinks? Would you use a full-service bar or cigar (vape) lounge in your home more often than a traditional dining area? If you answered heck yeah, keep reading, this one for you… Why would you turn your dining room into…

How To Add That “Pop Of Color” To Any Room

Does the introduction of color to your home’s decor make you nervous? For some people, decorating with neutral shades of beige feels safe, but a successfully designed home needs a hint of color. A few well-placed pops of color makes all the difference in a neutral room; these neutral spaces are just begging for that…

Recreate Christian Grey’s Apartment

Fifty Shades Of Grey is one of the year's most anticipated films. The film is the adaption of E.L. James’ steamy romance novel about a high-powered billionaire, Christian Grey and college student, Anastasia Steele. For some, the buzz around this film has been less about the plot and more about the incredible set design created…

Lighting Your Home

A well-lit home may very well be the most important stage of a successful interior design project. Lighting should wash the room from the ceiling to the floor, creating a workable space and inviting atmosphere. Types Of Lighting: Ambient Lighting (fill light) is what lights up the body of the room, usually a chandelier, ceiling mounted…

How To Choose Your Interior Design Style

Decorating your home is a satisfying experience. Once complete, you will have a space that reflects the person you are, memories of places you've been, your heritage and the items you so dearly love. Finding the design style that mimics your personality may be the most difficult aspect of the whole decorating project. Below are…

Shopping For Ceiling Fans

These are not your grandparent’s ceiling fans. Ceiling fans were once an eyesore; they were noisy, wobbly and just plain ugly. Today’s generation of ceiling fans are quiet, safe and come in inspiring designer styles. Why do you need a ceiling fan? Ceiling fans keep you cool; ceiling fans circulate the air and create a…

Hard To Find In Nashville – A Shopping Guide

Nashville has some amazing retailers, but they may be a bit hard to find. We found them for you!

Greenify Your Space

Are you a killer of houseplants? The biggest culprit in killing the houseplant is simply forgetting to water it. Woollypocket's Living Wall Systems have made it literally impossible to kill a houseplant planted in one of their self-watering pocket planters. It’s the easiest way to add greenery to your home or office. Health and Houseplants -…

Vintage Decorating

"Retro is to Vintage as Vintage is to Antique.” What is Vintage design? The actual definition of vintage describes the year in which wine, especially wine of high quality, was produced. Meanwhile, the term Vintage was hijacked by the design industry to reflect retro, mid-century or antique decor. My definition of Vintage is anything originating…

Soothing Shades Of Blue in Bedroom Decor

The color blue suggests calm, serenity and relaxation; no wonder so many people use blue in their bedroom’s color scheme. When asked, most people choose blue as their favorite color. In Chinese culture, blue represents immortality. Inspired by nature, blue is the sky and sea. Blue in one’s surroundings is known to decrease blood pressure…

Modern Art Deco Design

The Art Deco style trend gained popularity in the 1920s and 1930s. The Art Deco movement represented luxury, glamour and exuberance, though some thought it to be gaudy and inappropriately luxurious.   Art Deco is defined by rich colors, bold geometric shapes, and lavish ornamentation style that first appeared in France after World War I.   During the 1930s,…

Decorating And Storage Ideas For A Small Bathroom

A bathroom renovation can be an expensive undertaking, but a bathroom decorating project is a budget-friendly way to spruce up even the smallest of rooms. You spend a considerable amount of time in your bathroom. This space should be as beautiful and functional as the rest of your home.  Small bathrooms are usually low on…

Decorate Bohemian Style

What is Bohemian? In modern terms, the word "Bohemian" is used to describe people who live unconventional, artistic lives; a free-spirited, open-minded thinker. The original "Bohemians" were travellers from the country of Bohemia, which is now referred to as the Czech Republic. Is the Bohemian style for you? Do you love colorful (tie-dyed) decor, layers…

Non-Traditional Dining Rooms

Break away from the traditional dining room! A traditional design is lovely in a suburban ranch house, but completely out-of-place in urban city apartments and townhomes. When purchasing dining room furnishings, stay away from sets. Matching sets lack individual personality and are synonymous with traditional design. Instead search out a unique dining table and chairs…

Country French Decorating

Country French is defined as rustic elegance. Old world charm and a casual traditional feel is the essence of country french designs of Provence. What are the characteristics of country french? Slightly worn furniture and spindled legs are  details of french provencal furnishings.  Linen fabrics for seating and window treatments give a light airy feel,…

How To Decorate A Transitional Living Room

Transitional Design is a blend of contemporary and traditional decorating styles. Balance is key to making transitional design a success. For each contemporary piece in the room, it’s traditional counterpart must be introduced. Transitional design is a relatively new concept in the interior design world. In 2002, HGTV’s Divine Design, hosted by renowned designer Candice Olson,…

Decorating The Bachelor Pad

There comes a time in every mans life when he realizes his apartment is still reminiscent of his college years, with mismatched furniture and tacky artwork. Does your apartment reflect the man you are today? Well, it should! But where to start? Furnishings Keep it neutral! Neutral colors in seating, draperies and rugs will work…

Incorporate A Home Office

In recent years, many people have made the change from working in an office setting to working remotely from home. Telecommuting has gained immense popularity over the past decade. According to Forbes, “One in five Americans work from home, that number is expected to increase by 63% in the next five years.” Working from home…

Decorate Your Space in Steampunk Style

Steampunk refers to a style of design reminiscent of the industrial revolution. Steampunk is a subgenre of speculative fiction, usually set in an anachronistic quasi-Victorian alternate history setting. This style of design is best described as 19th century's British Victorian era or American Wild West meets Science Fiction. Steampunk is characterized by the use of steamer trunks, gears, leather, pipes,…

Decorating in Black & White

It takes a brave soul to commit to decorating with a black and white color scheme. It is a bold choice, but if done correctly, the result is spectacular. Do you automatically think Hollywood Glam when envisioning this look?  Not so! This color scheme screams sophistication and classic elegance. It is a style reminiscent of Hollywood Legends, but…

Creating an Eclectic Decor

An Eclectic designed room combines elements or styles from different time periods and different origins within a single project. By pairing together Louis XVI dining chairs, an Art Nouveau writing desk and even a modern sofa you are on your way to creating an Eclectic living space. The key to successfully decorating an Eclectic styled…

Decorate With Things You Already Have

Decorating your home does not have to be expensive or have you running all over town making purchases. Most likely you already have items that can be used to decorate stashed in a closet. Your parent’s attic is another great place to search out decor for your home. What seems tired or worn out will…

Monochromatic Color Schemes

The energy of a room decorated in a monochromatic color scheme is peaceful due to the lack of contrast. All hues (tints, tones, and shades) of a single color are used to create this decorating style. Monochromatic color schemes are derived from a single base hue, and extended using it’s shades, tones and tints. In…

Bali-Inspired Decorating For Your Home

Are you ready for a vacation? How does a week long stay at a beautiful Indonesian resort sound? Fantastic, right? Until you see the price tag. For a fraction of the cost of an all-inclusive resort stay, you could redecorate your home - Bali style. Bali is a small island in the province of Indonesia…

Refinish Kitchen Cabinets

Do you hate your kitchen? You don’t have to live with a dull or dingy kitchen anymore! Fall in love with your kitchen with some paint and a little elbow grease by refinishing those cabinets. Most people wait years to make this change and then wonder why they waited so long. While it is best…

How to Decorate a Scandinavian-Inspired Room

Do you consider yourself a minimalist? Is functional and simple decor more your style? Do you like white walls and wide open spaces? The Scandinavian style may be for you. The Scandinavian style emerged in the 1950s in the Scandinavian countries of Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland. It is a design movement characterized by simplicity,…

Decorating with Spray Paint

Are you ready to decorate, but have a tight budget? Hit the flea markets and the neighborhood yard sales! Someone else’s discarded items could be your most favorite find. Well, once you repurpose and restyle them with a little paint, that is. Whether you are decorating your apartment or a recently purchased first home, you…

Interior Decorating 101

Interior decorating isn't as difficult as you may believe. Knowing the basic rules of design is essential, but pulling the room together is as simple as having a good eye for what items work in the space. In this series, Interior Decorating 101, we will outline the basics of interior decorating. You will learn how…

Small Bedroom Decorating Ideas

We spend one-third of our lives in our bedrooms, but most of us decorate this room last. Do you think to yourself - “Who will see it? I’ll just keep the door shut! The bedroom is our sanctuary - our place of retreat - it should beckon us with it’s beauty and sense of calm.…

How to Decorate Nooks and Alcoves

Apartment hunting can be a daunting task. You’ve looked at so many disappointments, you are beginning to feel defeated. Then it happens - you find the perfect location near all of your favorites shops and cafe, but it has an unusual layout with funny little areas that appear to be wasted space. Don’t let this…

Shopping the Classics for Less

Would you like your home to resemble your favorite furniture store? Follow along to learn how mimicking the designer looks, in your own home, is easier than you'd think. This task will require a little bit of shopping savvy, but with a little patience and research, you can achieve the room of your dreams at…

Budget-Friendly Decorating with a Designer Look

Do you want your home to look like the cover a magazine? Is your budget holding you back from obtaining what you really want? High-end decor is beautiful, but is it budget friendly? Sadly, it is not. You could easily spend several thousand dollars to decorate just one room in your home. Follow these simple…

Springtime in Paris! Decorating Ideas for a Parisian-Inspired Apartment

We all should be so fortunate to experience springtime in Paris at least once in our lifetime. For those of us who won’t be making that trip any time soon, learn how to use Parisian inspired decorating in your apartment and bring that romantic and timeless decor home.  Romantic Bedding Photo Credit: swellgroupuk.com Parisians make…

5 Decorating Ideas for a Spring Inspired Apartment

For most of the country, we are still in a deep freeze. Cold temperatures, dreary days and a lack of color can leave us all feeling a little blue. Let’s throw open those curtains, let some light in and get ready for Spring! Try some of these inspirational springtime design tips to refresh your apartment,…

How to Decorate a Studio Apartment

The studio (or basement) apartment is a difficult floor plan to decorate, with it’s large open space and four blank walls, you might as well be decorating a box. Well...that is exactly what you are doing. The trick is planning a great floor plan before moving even one piece of furniture in. You will need…

Use Feng Shui In The Design of Your Home

The ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui has helped millions of people around the world in promoting a sense of calm by maximizing positive energy in their homes. The translation of Feng Shui is wind and water. The ancient people had an understanding of nature and that the land is alive and filled with energy…

How to Decorate a Small Space

In today’s urban environments, square footage usually comes at a premium. For this reason, cost-conscious consumers are opting for smaller spaces, but they need those spaces to be functional. By using space planning, furniture placement and color creatively, your small space can feel cozy and intimate instead of cramped and unusable. Follow along to learn…

6 Creative Storage Solutions for the Space Challenged

Have you ever walked into the kitchen to cook a meal and decided to order out? Have you ever tried to work at your desk with stacks of paper staring back at you, not knowing where to start to organize it? If you said yes to either question, then these creative storage solutions may be…