Beautify Your Home

The introduction of many shows on HGTV and similar programming stations has prompted a new movement in “Do it Yourself” home repair and design.  Working with this trend, Target stores are now making it possible for customers to match bedding and paint colors instantly online and in the store.  A story in The Detroit News [...]

The Daily Herald recently ran a piece online about Brooke Giannetti, creator of the very popular Velvet & Linen blog.  Though her design aesthetic might not speak to everyone, Giannetti has made a splash in the design world because of her ability to mix and match old and new in a way that is truly [...]

We have all heard the horror stories, like the one that was found in the headlines of a recent edition of the Star Tribune, that involve an intruder breaking into a child’s bedroom.  In this story, it was a seven year old girl who was terrified to find a man beside her bed in the [...]

On September 7 and 8, 2011, a large area in Upstate New York was devastated by flood waters that reached approximately ten feet above flood levels, burying many areas in as much as nine feet of water.  Homes, business, schools, churches, and more were left in a mess of damage and debris.  Press and Sun [...]

Whether preparing a fully furnished apartment building for annual rentals or decorating a lakeside cottage to be rented by the week, there are certain considerations that should be kept in mind before you begin. A recent article in the ABC News Travel section inspired this post, as the piece discussed a common travel issue of [...]

Making a humorous jab at the life of the average couple parenting a newborn, Christina Applegate was featured in US Magazine Online recently.  The longtime actress is starring in a new role in NBC’s new sitcom, Up All Night.  The promo released in the pop culture magazine will certainly have many men listening up – [...]

When an individual or couple sets out to redesign a room of their home today, they will typically consider the essentials, such as a couch, chair, bed, tub, or toilet, depending on the purpose of the space in question.  Of course, there are always accessories to choose as well, including artwork, vases, pillows, throws, and [...]

Furniture Today recently covered the story of how the Chinese companies hosting the International Famous Furniture Fair are also preparing to welcome two American organizations for a meeting regarding the sustainability of the Chinese furniture industry. The Industrial Designers Society of America and CDI Lifestyle Company (a American-based importer of home furnishing products), will join [...]

There has been a new movement in home design recently, which highlights the ability of talented eyes to mesh old with new; hard with soft; warm with cold.  But, it doesn’t take a four-year college degree, twenty years of experience, or even unlimited access to the hottest design shops.  Trash to treasure takes on a [...]

A piece shown on My FOX Atlanta recently had many viewers turning up the volume.  It is a nightmare shared by most new parents – the idea of putting a baby to sleep at night only to find him or her unresponsive the next morning.  This story covered the topic of understanding the basics of [...]

The home is not the only place that furniture makes an appearance.  Fancy couches, tables, chairs, and even beds can be found outside nowadays as well.  Outdoor living, whether in a consistently warm climate or an area where summer is a supreme luxury, is something that nearly everyone enjoys.  No longer does it equate to [...]

Budget for Bedding. When preparing for a kitchen remodel, nearly every industry leader will suggest that a large portion of the budget be set aside for cabinetry.  It wouldn’t seem that it would be the most notable expenditure during such an undertaking, but it is a very important element in making a kitchen flow properly.  [...]