Decorating 1,150 Ideabooks

This ideabook is for color lovers who need alternatives to painting the walls. Even if your landlord has a strict no-painting policy, or you know you will be moving before long, you can still have a home that is vibrantly colorful and utterly you.... more »

The Dream Living Room is complete! Mary Pucul of Vandling, Pennsylvania, winner of our Dream Living Room Sweepstakes, and her husband, Carl, are now cozied up in their beautiful new room. The $40,000 prize covered $16,000 in furniture from... more »

There's something poetic about vintage World War II–recalling military decor. Simple, weathered, durable and industrial, it exudes a calculated boldness besieged by nostalgia. Perhaps it's the fact that anything designed for an army is always thought... more »

Painting interior trim seems like a no-brainer. You slap on some glossy white and call it a day. But in reality, subtle changes in how you paint trim can transform a room. As with many things in home design, a small tweak can make a big impact. These... more »

I have had some clients recently explain the importance of wine in their homes. Some are involved in wine groups; others just have a weekend ritual of tasting and journaling about new wines. Do you also love wine tasting and want to display some favorite... more »

Putting a television and fireplace on the same wall requires a delicate balance. These two focal points need a precise plan for them to feel warm and welcoming instead of out of balance or out of scale. Be careful to consider the size of each when figuring... more »

Let the romantic spirit infuse your home with grace, style and sophisticated sweetness. Display a treasured photo, pick up a lost art or try a DIY project — whether you want to romance someone special or show yourself a little extra love, these 13 ideas... more »

An intimate table set for two is always a special affair. This Valentine's Day, whether you're trying to impress a new romantic interest or refresh a relationship, try adding an unexpected jolt of color to your tablescape. Netherlands designer Sonia van... more »

Now that January is in the past, party season is again upon us. Let the celebrations begin! Celebrations are times for sharing special moments with family and friends, like weddings, anniversaries and birthdays. Other parties are just for the fun of it.... more »

I don't know about your area, but in mine, the weather has a serious case of the blahs. It can't be a coincidence that I keep seeing online ads for getaways to the Caribbean, and I have to say, they're tempting in the midst of these gray, rainy days.... more »

Chinese superstition apparently says that a snake in the house is good luck. And since February 10, 2013, marks the beginning of the Chinese zodiac's Year of the Snake, why not embrace the scaly reptile with home decor? After all, bendy, curvy and slithering... more »

Starting a collection of art that speaks to you is a worthy goal, but it may seem out of reach ... and more than a little confusing. Where do you begin? What is the difference between an original work, a limited-edition print and a poster? Where do you... more »

“Cozy" might not seem like the first word you'd use to describe your ideal office; it may make you think of quilts and clutter that don't inspire efficiency. However, "cozy" can mean a room that's inviting, warm, layered and, yes, even organized. For... more »

Painting older solid wood floors can give them new life without the expense and mess of refinishing them. It can also make your floors a beautiful design element in their own right, particularly with interesting patterns. It takes some time and... more »

Like fashion, people's home design and decor choices say a lot about them. We don't want to jump to conclusions or judge a book by its cover, but often it's not too hard to understand some basics of a person's lifestyle by looking at a room. And... more »