Category Archives: The Home

Easy Breezy Neutrals

14 Tuesday Mar 2017

Posted by in Color Inspiration, The Home

≈ Leave a comment

Tags

, , , , ,

Using neutrals in your space is a great way to create a calm and peaceful environment, while being stylish and modern at the same time. I think a lot of people must feel like they don’t know where to start when it comes to incorporating this lighter palette into their home. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

White is not boring
White is certainly not dull when it comes to interior design. First of all, there are all different hues so definitely look into these options before starting. Second, having white walls can really make or break a room, but it all depends on the other colors in the space as well. Think of white as a color that blends with everything else around it, so it depends on that support to really shine.

Playing up textures
When you truly want to design a space with neutrals, and I mean whites and creams, considering texture is a huge factor. Each will bring a special characteristic to the room and help evoke a feeling, which will really bring the whole design to a new level.

That seamless feel
In the end you want a space that is warm and inviting, so make sure you keep the hues at a minimum. Having 10 different whites fight the spotlight isn’t cool. And I can guarantee the design will really look off. Decide on a few and go from there. You want them to blend but stand out on their own so stay within the same tone. Otherwise, you will have one that doesn’t seem to fit the puzzle.

0ad0a5ac-0a8a-4726-8c5d-1698290fa60c
(Image credit: Country Living)

292ddc6e-b69d-4aa4-ae3e-7a9151641b07
(Image credit: Country Living)

bc8f38d4-8e15-46a0-82a0-3d216894876e
(Image credit: decoholic.com)

db0a8bc6-2bdd-409b-8531-dd1632cd83b4
(Image credit: householdredesign.com)

00c63550-d0bb-471b-84c9-3753828951e6
(Image credit: aplacetogetlost.com)

Creating Comfy, Cozy Spaces

09 Thursday Mar 2017

Posted by in Everyday Design, The Home

≈ Leave a comment

Tags

, , , ,

Creating that cozy, comfy space is easier than you think. Arranging furniture in a room doesn’t have to be complicated. I think when people have a large space, they tend to get a little confused on how to place everything. And the same with small spaces. But there are just a few key things to remember:

Make sure there is a natural flow
Place the furniture so there is space around each piece. And allow the room for people to walk and get by. Now too much room can feel cold, so grouping things together for a more cozy feel always works. For example: don’t just put your furniture against the walls. Create a warm area in the middle of the room and leave space around it.

Allow lighting to play a big role in the space
Depending on how big the space is, make sure there is good enough light in most areas so people can gather and chat. So maybe there is a lamp by either side of the couch, a floor lamp across the room, and maybe a small sized lamp on another table or console. And using that number 3 helps here as well, just as long as they are set apart from each other. Think of a triangle where each light hits a point. That is a good reference.

Combine different size accessories with bigger pieces
Let’s just say you don’t want to walk in a room and have everything be at the same height. You want to have a nice variety so that all the pieces have a flow and your eye moves around the room. So different size accessories, textures, colors, etc…all play a major part in that.

Here are some nice examples of cozy spaces that really turned out beautiful using the these key elements. Hope they help and inspire you to create an amazing space in your home.

db4bf1e7-457d-425e-b1be-fc82e88ad267
(Image credit: Domino.com)

163cb75e-09e5-4cca-8099-a081a88d7553
(Image credit: Domino.com)

485f53f6-cb37-46ca-a9c7-729ed90f8de8
(Image credit: Country Living)

33c69609-c875-40dd-b533-a2dbb5cf7812
(Image credit: West Elm)


(Image credit: Design Sponge)


(Image credit: Pink Peppermint Design)


(Image credit: Decoholic)


(Image credit: Home Remodels Pictures & Design)

Let’s Go Dark

03 Friday Mar 2017

Posted by in Color Inspiration, The Home

≈ Leave a comment

Tags

, , ,

I thought I would share a few tips on using dark and bold colors in your home. A lot of people stray from even attempting to bring these not so bright hues in, but if done right, it can really be beautiful.

Make sure you have enough light
Just because a room is small, doesn’t mean you can’t paint the walls super dark. Even if you have one window in the space, the light will truly enhance the pigments. And the same with indoor lighting fixtures. As long as there is enough to bounce around the room, it will help to brighten up the space.

Let's Go Dark
(image credit: domino.com)

Brighten the space with art
This is where you can really get creative. Have fun and allow colorful art to pop off those dark walls. Even neutral designs are a sure way to break up the darkness a bit. You will see such a different in the space just from adding a few pieces to the room.

Let's Go Dark
(image credit: domino.com)

Let's Go Dark

Incorporate textiles and plants
Rugs, window treatments, pillows, and blankets are great ways to soften up a space. And they surely help when it comes to darker palettes. And we all know plants really spruce up a home. Just the fact that light bounces off them is a reason to bring them in. Following the same rule as above, allow these treatments to bring more life to the room so the space is brighter and more welcoming.

Let's Go Dark
(image credit: domino.com)

Let's Go Dark
(image credit: House Beautiful)

Play with mirrors and metals
To bring in more ways for the light to work its magic, incorporate mirrors and metals. You can do this with lighting fixtures, small tables, frames, decorative objects, and even with knobs or pulls on furniture. It’s an easy way to create that playground for the beauty of light to shine.

Let's Go Dark
(image credit: domino.com)

Let's Go Dark
(image credit: domino.com)