Wood is a common material for kitchens, from cabinets to walls to countertops. You can also use wood textures in the kitchen in surprising ways to create some visual interest and a style all your own. You can use wood in unexpected ways or in unexpected places to make a statement in a space. So
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Collect this idea A modern pattern with accents of black and gold jazz up a neutral living room rug. Image: Rejuvenation We’re always interested in easy ways to rev up living room decor. If you can only add one item to make a big impact in your space, an area rug is an excellent choice.
The basic function of kitchen backsplashes is to prevent water, food and other types of liquids and solids from damaging the wall behind your kitchen counters. However, backsplashes can be both functional and stylish. There’s a dizzying array of styles to choose from, but we’re skipping the most popular backsplashes (since you’ve probably seen them
In the world of design, rustic chic has become an increasingly popular option in a home. But what is rustic chic? Basically, these are spaces that take rustic elements like distressed wood and combine them with the simplicity of modern design. You can read more in-depth about the style here. And rustic chic accent walls
Not all interior design changes have to be full remodels. Sometimes, all it takes is a few small additions to totally change the way a room looks and feels. If you’re looking for some small design elements that make a huge impact, this post is for you. Read on to learn which elements make the
You’ve probably heard lots of advice on how to pack before moving. But what about advice on how to unpack after a move? This process is just as stressful and, if the number of people who are still living out of boxes months after moving in is any testament, just as difficult to slog through.
Wood paneling was all the rage in the mid-20th century, before falling out of favor for decades. If you wanted an updated home, the first thing to go was the wood paneling on the walls. Bright, sleek colors were used to replace what was seen as dated wood textures. But now wood paneling is back. People
Collect this idea Cement your interior design with one of the hottest flooring trends: concrete floors. Image: Effect Home Builders The design world is hot for concrete right now. It’s not only one of 2018’s biggest design trends, it’s equal parts sleekness and sturdiness. Plus, it’s cheap and easy to maintain. Need we say more? Just
Congratulations — you’ve finally found a house that you love, and your offer has been accepted. Now what? The next step in home buying is doing your inspections. While this process isn’t extraordinarily difficult, it does help if you go into it as informed as possible. To prepare you, we’ve outlined the most important details
Imagine: You open up your closet and everything looks neat and tidy. It’s filled with pieces you love, and you can see all of your options for today’s outfits. This isn’t just a scene from “Clueless.” It can be your reality if you’re ready to employ a few closet cleaning tips. We know that cleaning
We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Wayfair has gone to the dogs (and others of our favorite furry friends) with a new exclusive line of pet furniture and accessories. Named Archie & Oscar, it features
If you have a small kitchen but want the functionality of a kitchen island, don’t despair: Just because you’re working with a small space doesn’t mean you’re cut off from this convenient kitchen feature. Kitchen islands do tend to be popular in large kitchens, and they typically have expansive designs. But by getting creative, you
You’ve chosen your builder and picked the perfect floorplan, but your work as a buyer has only just begun. Sure, choosing your plan was the fun part, but building your home requires more input than selecting paint colors. Your builder looks to you for guidance, and you’ll rely on your builder to keep the process
August is National Curb Appeal Month! It’s the perfect time to give your home’s exterior a refresh. With that in mind, we’ve brought you four fresh curb appeal ideas to help you celebrate. The ideas below are small changes that can be done on a variety of budgets. Read them over and decide which ones
Kitchens are usually seen as the heart of the home, but bathrooms are the muscle. A poorly planned bathroom could affect the way you feel about your home for years to come. What’s more, it’s one of the most expensive rooms to renovate. If you’re building your own home, it’s important to get the bathroom right
Pinterest recently released a report about the top 100 trends based on Pinning activity. And the home and interior design category is blowing up. There’s currently more than 14 billion home looks on Pinterest and the category continues to grow, with a 75% increase in Pins compared to last year. Why hear what 2018’s trends will
Collect this idea Turfgrass lawns aren’t just beautiful; they’re also practical. Image: Pacific Aina Design A well-maintained lawn is central to your home’s curb appeal and even adds to the value of your property. However, your turfgrass lawn is more than just eye candy. It provides a variety of environmental and health benefits. Freshome asked Dan
Collect this idea West Elm and Steelcase have announced a partnership to develop new kinds of workspaces. Image: Steelcase We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. West Elm has long been a go-to choice for anyone
You’re finally ready to purchase your own home, but the options are overwhelming. Any visit to a real estate website nets you hundreds of potential properties, from empty lots to decades-old homes. One of the most important decisions to make — and something you should decide before you start shopping — is whether you’d prefer
Fashionistas and design purists, rejoice! PB Modern Baby, Pottery Barn’s anxiously awaited line of high-glamour baby furnishings, is now available online and in select stores. If black and white (instead of pink or baby blue) are what you envision for your baby’s nursery, check out these PB Modern Baby accessories and the line’s five collections: PB
You may have heard of monochrome decorating schemes, or decorating using one color. But tone on tone takes the idea of decorating in one color and refines it. The style uses different shades, tones and textures in more precise ways. The essence of tone on tone color is taking a certain color and using slightly
If you’re trying to save money, which bathing option uses more water? How can you tell? Comparing a shower to a bath is like comparing apples to oranges. That’s because you measure showers by duration (how long the water is running while you’re in the shower), but you measure baths by the amount of water
The moving process can be pretty work intensive. If you’re selling, staging your home so that someone will fall in love with it and buy it is a job in itself. Then, there’s the task of packing and clearing out your old place. And then there’s the actual move, unpacking and decorating a new home.
We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Velvet sofas have found their way back into our living rooms. Once thought of as formal, velvet sofas and chairs had a renaissance in the 1960s when global decor was
We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Every college student knows that a cool dorm room is a must-have. With that in mind, Kirkland’s decided to do some digging into the top trends for the coming
Collect this idea Beware of red flags indicating bad movers. Image: Hubley Design Interiors, LLC Moving is stressful enough on its own. No one needs the added headache that comes along with hiring bad movers: those who are out to rip you off or steal your belongings. However, there are so many moving companies out
We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Have you ever had a shower outside on a sunny, warm day? It’s a great way to refresh yourself when it’s hot. Plus, if you live near the beach,
Zillow has released a report of the most affordable cities for renters. They looked at the 50 largest metro areas in the U.S. to zero in on the 10 most affordable cities for 2018. This isn’t a simple list of where you can pay the least amount of rent. Researchers also considered work, income opportunities
Zillow, the website that values home properties according to local area sales, just released a report on how to add value before selling your home. Their research team looked at the 100 most common terms found in home listings from the last couple of years to identify the trends of what people are looking for in
Collect this idea A garage is no longer an afterthought. Image: Stonecreek Building Company Garages used to be (there’s no other way to say this) boring enclosures for your car: functional and practical, but plain and bare. Some homeowners also used them as storage areas for all the junk they didn’t want cluttering the house. But