There’s something magical about beautiful Canopy Beds. Whether you’re looking for the classic elegance or a modern take on these wonderful beds, there’s a way to bring the magic and the mystery of a magnificent canopy bed into your home. Somehow, a well-designed canopy bed manages to pull off the look of being classically beautiful …
When you think about a Grandfather Clock, it probably conjures up images of a large, intricately carved wooden floor clock with roman numerals and an enormous brass pendulum. However, today’s modern Grandfather Clock bears very little resemblance to the old lines and structure but maintains the classic elegance and grandeur. Today’s modern Grandfather Clock has …
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I love the artwork of Eric Waugh. As an artist, his unique creativity is truly astounding. As an artwork, these pieces create a lively and colorful focal point. A Montreal native (now residing in Austin, Texas), Waugh’s works have an unmistakable charm, flow, and appeal through the use of shapes, lines, and vibrant colors that …
The rugged look of industrial kitchens continues to gain in popularity and appeal. The combination of materials and colors, often incorporating metal in the accents and lighting, creates a purposeful sense of durability, which is perfect for a kitchen. We’ve collected some wonderfully executed industrial kitchens to help inspire your own decor dreams. Black & …
Although I can’t imagine actually living in a house like this, I do believe that it has to be the most unique home I have ever seen. Built on 706 acres in the heart of Oregon, the design and construction of this unique home not only pays homage to the surrounding natural landscape, it fully …
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There is something about the image of grand staircases that really inspires a sense of awe and wonder. Perhaps it stems from the extraordinary visuals from classic movies such as Gone with the Wind that coined the phrase “The Scarlett O’Hara Staircase”… The classic Scarlett O’Hara staircase can still be seen as a feature in …
Throw Pillows are a popular way to add a look of style, comfort and warmth to a room. Popular in living rooms, family rooms, game rooms and bedrooms, throw pillows can be an especially easy way of adding a dash of color & charm to any room. One thing I love about throw pillows is …
The kitchen is often considered the heart of a home. A well-thought-out kitchen decor aesthetic improves the quality of life in a home and makes the experience of ownership that much more satisfying. As an added bonus, a well-thought-out design can also increase the home’s value and may help the home sell more quickly should …
We spend nearly 1/3 of our lives in bed. Sometimes more. That’s why it always surprises me when people don’t invest in something beautiful and sturdy for these important hours in our lives. Solid wood beds provide both beauty and comfort, and a well crafted bed will last for years, if not generations, making it …
When creating that retro look for your home, finding the right mix of retro home decor items is critical. Whether your overall look is themed to the 50s, 60s, 70s, or 80s, creating that perfect installation of retro furniture, lighting, and decor accents can make for a magical space in your home. The real trick …
Beyond the aesthetic appeal of which design to choose (and there are many designs to choose from), there are practical aspects of selecting the right address plaque that should be considered carefully. Address Plaque Size: The first practical decision is to determine how large a plaque you need. Smaller is usually less expensive, but you …
Unlike domestic woods, such as oak or cherry woods which can often be found in common furniture selections, exotic wood furniture is crafted from woods that are typically grown outside of North America. As the name implies, exotic wood furniture features unique colors and grain patterns that create a stunning display. These include Rosewood, Mango, …
One of the easiest and least expensive ways to give your room a fresh new look is to simply add some decorative pillows or tapestry throws. Whether your room is decorated in a modern fashion or you have more a more traditional type of decor, there are ways you can use decorative pillows and throws …
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When running a small business, there’s always something new. Something different. Something exciting. Let me start out by saying new is good. Innovative is smart. But busy-work chasing after things because someone – maybe even you – had an “Oooohhh. That looks pretty” moment is not good. It’s not smart. Tackling all of those new …
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