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Warming Up for Fall- Tabletop Lamps

Arteriors Verner Matte Gold Porcelain Accent Lamp

I have three beautiful lamps that I keep in my attic and pull out every fall/winter to “warm up” the décor in my home. I love little decorating tricks like that. I have different accessories for every season that are easy to switch up and that set the tone for that time of year.


Sensible and Beautiful Bathroom Vanities; Is that an Oxymoron?

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Can the words sensible and beautiful be used to describe the same thing? It hardly seems possible and yet it is! These four new bathroom vanities define these two adjectives perfectly. Read on to find out what makes these vanities the perfect option for your bathroom.


By on August 21, 2012
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How to Create the Perfect Color Palette for your Home; Getting the Mood Right

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Paints come in every color and shade imaginable. All homeowner are daunted by the same questions: what color should I paint my house? How can I choose one when there is so much available?


By on August 20, 2012
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Your Little Home

Small House

With real estate as expensive as it is, especially in big cities, many families are reverting to smaller homes. There are a lot of challenges facing a family that has to move but one of your sacrifices should not be style. Just because your family is moving to a smaller home does not mean it can’t be a beautiful one.


By on July 25, 2011
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Childproof Decorating

With a new baby here we are wondering how Ivanka Trump and her Husband Jared Kushner will childproof their new home.


By on July 18, 2011
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Decorating Your Own Office

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Imagine having the opportunity to decorate your office space any way you like? Wouldn’t that be fabulous?


By on June 27, 2011
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Decorating Your Master Bedroom

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Decorate with what you love- that’s what you will hear from every Interior Designer when it comes to decorating your master bedroom.


By on June 13, 2011
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Decorating a Bachelor Pad

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Hi all you bachelors out there! You may have noticed that most decorating tips are geared toward women. But in today’s society many males have an interest in having a cool, trendy home too.


By on May 23, 2011
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The newlywed guide:

Imagine newlyweds entering their new home together for the first time each wondering what lays ahead. The long anticipated wedding is over and now “real life” begins. The first big challenge is upon them- comfortably unifying their possessions to form a home they both love.


By on January 31, 2011
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Profiling Vern Yip

Vern Yip is designing his way across the America. Recognized on the street, in home improvement centers and in public venues across America, and known as Design Star’s most quotable and popular judge, Vern’s award-winning work continuously shines through with his distinct flair.


By on September 27, 2010
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