Decorating 1,191 Ideabooks

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 »

Do you look around your home and think things look too heavy? Or maybe you've succumbed to the McMansion bigger-is-better trend. My first instinct in winter is to cut out the extra flotsam and jetsam and really start fresh. With the new year especially,... more »

The thought of painting wallpaper makes most people's hair stand on end (including mine — my husband and I are still undoing the handiwork of a previous homeowner who was particularly enthusiastic with the paintbrush). But there's one lovely exception:... more »

Years ago, when my children were little and our home was awash in toys, laundry and papers — to name the top three categories of stuff I found overwhelming — from time to time, when I was feeling exhausted and entirely beleaguered, I would imagine... more »

Growing up right across the street from it, homeowner Kristin Harrison had always loved this lovely 1909 colonial in the heart of Pasadena, California. Local lore had it that Julia Child grew up here, adding a layer of mystique to the already... more »

Daydreaming about how you would design your ideal kitchen can be fun, but actually doing it is a pretty big splurge — meaning many of us will have to stick with daydreaming for the time being. But even if you can't remodel, spending your energy (and... more »