Nowadays people invest a lot in their homes. And the beauty of the home reflects on how well maintained and lucratively designed are the interiors. Most importantly, people are concerned about how good their bathroom looks. No wonder, it is the only place they spend time alone thinking about the rest of their day whilst …
General concept: a room for sleep, rest and relaxation. Interior design of any room in the apartment must be determined by its purpose. The name of bedroom speaks for itself: here people relax and sleep. And, if living has some elements of publicity, the bedroom is more private and intimate. Bedroom interior should be pleasant …
Describe the homeowner’s wish list. When coming up with concepts for the open-plan kitchen in this new custom home, the most important item on the client’s wish list was to blend their traditional Midwestern style with the casual appeal of the desert Southwest. Surrounded by wide-open spaces and panoramic views, the idea for this kitchen …
Projecting the cost of a remodel often depends on how many big-ticket items you’re replacing and who’s doing the work. Here are some guidelines. You want to remodel your bathroom, but you don’t want to break the bank, and that’s a distinct possibility with any home renovation project. Here’s the skinny on how fat your …
It is possible to fit a small bathtub into your cozy bathroom, and there are more options than you might think. Do you have a small bathroom but still want a bathtub in it rather than just a shower? Maybe you have a half bath that you would like to convert into a full bath …
With their clean, straight lines, modern bathtub designs help create a neat, uniform space in your bathroom space. Less is more when it comes to modern bathtub designs. Modern tubs (as example japanese soaking tub) might be described as sculpture for your bathroom. No need for a “do not touch” sign on these tubs, however. They …
Tired of your tile? Conceal it with budget-friendly beadboard wainscoting for an easy demo-free update. Materials and Tools: 100 square feet of beadboard wainscoting 24 feet, top molding 24 feet, base molding 1/2 inch a/c plywood (1 sheet) 1 gallon of paint hammer drill with 1/8-inch bit cordless drill power miter saw caulking gun and paintable …
Trying to settle on a set of sheets? Understanding some basics about the fabrics they’re made of will help you compare labels wisely and make a smart choice. “Cotton is by far the most-loved fabric for sheets,” says Jim Symmes, vice president at Revman International, which manufactures sheets for prominent brands such as Tommy Bahama …
Do you prefer plush padding a minimalist pillow, a decked-out design or toned-down interior? From dazzling abstract designs to humorously offbeat sleeping spaces here are seven brilliant bedroom designs to inspire your imagination. Who knows, with a few decorative adjusts you might be able to remodel your own bedrooms to similar effect. Illumination in Minimalist …
After a gut job, designer Patrice Flashner Fitzgerald transforms an oceanfront master bedroom into an ethereal and dreamy retreat. Remodeling a condominium always presents challenges, but inventive and tenacious designer Patrice Flashner Fitzgerald has yet to meet a restriction she can’t remedy creatively. In a beachfront condo with low ceilings, Patrice counterbalanced the 8’-high space …
Kerry Fidler designed a plush master bedroom with layers of gray silk, linen and shag to be the ultimate retreat at the end of the day. When interior designer Kerry Fidler remodeled a master bedroom for a semi-retired couple, he created a dreamy retreat filled with finishes, fabrics and furnishings in colors reminiscent of the …
Designer Cecilie Starin transforms an outdated study into a chic master bedroom complete with a canopy bed, a Chinese Coromandel screen, and exceptional high quality art and antiques. Designer Cecilie Starin transforms an outdated study covered in wood paneling into a luxurious master bedroom. She decorated the space with an eclectic blend of antiques including …
Planning the layout for a spacious “great kitchen room” can be as much of an ergonomic challenge as planning a compact kitchen. Aim to incorporate separate areas for work and relaxation so others can share the kitchen and remain out of harm’s way. Approach the design of a large kitchen as with any other: selecting …
Career couples may favor a low-maintenance kitchen filled with work-saving devices, which has enough space to entertain comfortably. Consider how often both partners cook together and look at the style of food you enjoy cooking. Ask if you prefer formal or relaxed dinners. Two people sharing the kitchen may each have different methods of working. …
What gives white that “It” factor and why has it held such relevance on the kitchen color wheel for so long? It’s because white gloss kitchens work well in both traditional and contemporary styles and can take on a number of designs such as coastal living, rustic chic, vintage charm and classic mod. “Homeowners continue …
The kitchen is definitely the heart of the house – playing host to family meals, casual conversations with friends and family, a quiet afternoon tea for one, storage space for décor and accents, art studio for the kids, business center for a burgeoning idea, you name it. In recent years and with the economic shift, …