Easy and breezy is the basis for tropical design — getting back to nature and a taste of the jungle. Gauzy curtains and canopies mix with dark woods and punchy florals. Natural textures feel right at home with lush plants, and a chic fan makes everything comfortable.
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Romantic style embraces the feminine side of design. Soft textures and colors, a little glimmer of light from candles and antique mirrors and, of course, florals all will add a romantic touch to your home. Whether you apply this to one room (might I suggest the bedroom?) or your whole...
Eclectic style is all about the mix. It's hard to choose an individual item and say, "This is eclectic." (Though it's not impossible, as you'll see.) Eclectic is about putting pieces together in a room that contradict and juxtapose one another without competing or overshadowing. This look doesn't feel...
Rustic style is all about taking inspiration from the past, which means raw woods, farmhouse styles and natural textures. Take ideas from barn fixtures and the countryside; even checking out country estate sales and salvage shops could lead to some great finds. You'll be feeling the log cabin vibe in...
Midcentury modern has become an iconic style with timeless appeal. It mixes so well with other styles that I think every room could use one midcentury modern piece. While furniture from the 1950s and 1960s remains the most recognizable, you can get the look with accessories in the Danish or atomic style...
Industrial style is all the rage right now. It used to take hunting around vintage stores and sales to find industrial pieces, but now many reproduction items are available at retail locations (and prices). Here are some of my favorite easily available pieces.
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Traditional design can have the reputation for being dark and dated. But by following a few simple principles, you can have a formal, traditional look and skip the stuffy vibe. Look for furniture in traditional shapes and use symmetry and matched pairs to arrange them in a classic way. Keep everything...
Light blue walls, stripes, sandy feet on a slipcovered sofa and woven details all call to mind the beautiful airiness of a little bungalow on the beach. Whether your view is seaside or cityscape, you can get the coastal look by shopping for the classic touches that define the style. You don't even have...
If you live in a small apartment, skip the built-in shelves (sigh, someday) and focus on storage using drawers, doors and baskets. Awkward layouts that renters aren't likely to fix also can benefit from clever placement of storage furniture. Bonus: Less visible clutter means your place will look bigger....
It's the time of year when the red and green accents come out, but I think you can use red in your home year-round. Here are some of my favorite ways to add a shot of red (big or small) to every room in your home. — Maggie from Maggie...
