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What Is Rustic Luxury Style?

What Is Rustic Luxury Style?

The Rustic Luxury style has been taking over modern interior design lately. With this design style, it’s safe to say that opposites can attract and that this is what the style is all about.This style is perfect for someone who loves the outdoors and is looking for a way to elevate them by incorporating luxurious materials. What Is Rustic Luxury Style?The Rustic luxury interior style combines the warmth and charm of rustic elements with the opulence and sophistication of luxury aesthetics.This unique design approach marries the raw, natural beauty of the outdoors with the refined elegance of high-end decor, creating a harmonious ...

Interior Design vs Interior Decorating: What’s the Difference?

Interior Design vs Interior Decorating: What’s the Difference?

Interior design vs interior decorating; what's the difference and which service do you really need?The terms are commonly used interchangeably, but there is a distinction that should be made.In this post, we'll talk about what to expect from each as far as services, prices, and where to find budget-friendly help for your design project.Photo Credit: Pro CreatorsInterior Design vs Interior Decorating: What's the Difference?Interior design involves the science of understanding behaviors to create a functional space within a building. This includes considering elements like the shape of a room's walls and floors, and working closely with architects to design the ...

How To Create A Decorative Focal Point

How To Create A Decorative Focal Point

Knowing how to create a decorative focal point can take your interior design from looking nice to amazing.They are the perfect way to craft a guest's experience of your home.  There are several ways to create this type of focus in a room.In this post, we'll look at how you can use furniture, ceiling decor, lighting, art installations, and more to create amazing decorative focal points.VIEW the POST

How To Create a Luxurious Looking Interior on a Budget

How To Create a Luxurious Looking Interior on a Budget

Endeavoring into the creation of a luxurious-looking home when you're decorating on a budget can seem impossible.  Sometimes inexpensive decor can look just that; cheap and inexpensive.  And while I'm a big fan of thrifting and DIY projects, not everyone is into that.  So, knowing what to buy to create a luxurious feel in your home is important.VIEW the POST

How To Stay Ahead of Home Decorating Trends

How To Stay Ahead of Home Decorating Trends

Staying ahead of the curve when it comes to home decorating can be hard to do.  Generally, we see trends growing slowly with features in prominent magazines like Traditional Home or Better Homes and Gardens.  Then, we start seeing them renovation and home makeover shows like Love It or List It and Property Brothers.  But, where does that initial interest in a particular color or style start?In this post, we'll discuss 3 ways to stay ahead of home decorating trends and how you can predict what will be popular in the coming seasons.VIEW the POST

6 Things I Learned From Nikki Boyd’s “Beautifully Organized”

6 Things I Learned From Nikki Boyd’s “Beautifully Organized”

Have you ever wanted a quick, handy reference for interior decorating and organization?Personally, I've been on the hunt for something like this for years.  I want a book that is uncomplicated, yet full of actionable information that will help me address any space.So many interior styling books are little more than home tours or designer portfolios in print form.Well, after finally making it all the way through "Beautifully Organized - A Guide To Function and Style In Your Home" by Nikki Boyd, I'm happy to say I've found what I was looking for all along.In this post, I'll outline 6 things I ...

Should I Use Floral Wallpaper or Floral Decals?
How to Create Soft Lighting in a Room

How to Create Soft Lighting in a Room

Soft lighting creates a warm, cozy, relaxed, and romantic atmosphere.The ambiance achieved by simply changing your lighting approach to a room is immediate.I used to think the only way to achieve subtle illumination was with candles or a dimmer switch.  In actuality, there are several different methods for creating the perfect soft lighting scheme.Here are 7 different ways to create soft lighting in a room.VIEW the POST

6 Home Decorating Skills I Learned on Skillshare
Start Decorating Your Home In 3 Easy Steps

Start Decorating Your Home In 3 Easy Steps

Sometimes the hardest challenge we face in decorating our home is simply getting started.There are so many ideas, styles, needs, and wants swirling through our heads that we don't know where to begin.I have faced this challenge many, many, times.  Particularly, when we're fresh off a move and trying to get unpacked and settled in.Over the years I have found that decorating three key areas of my home makes the biggest impact for both myself and guests.VIEW the POST

3 Home Decor Items You Should Stop Buying
Lantern Styling 101: How To Style a Lantern

Lantern Styling 101: How To Style a Lantern

Lantern styling is quickly becoming a skill you'll want to learn.With no signs of slowing, this trend is showing itself in all seasons at all times.  It is no longer considered just a holiday item as it did in past years.They are now readily available in all different shapes, sizes, and finishes.For a while, I would just admire all of the lantern decor from afar.  I was too intimidated by this item to actually purchase one.  I didn't know where to begin.Sure I can throw a candle in it and call it a day, but I knew there were so many other ...

10 Amazing Fall Tablescape Ideas

10 Amazing Fall Tablescape Ideas

Tis' the season for creating an amazing fall tablescape.With the holidays fast approaching you may be thinking about upcoming family events, holiday party invitations, and the meal to end all meals, Thanksgiving.Although we're still a way away from creating the ultimate Thanksgiving tablescape; now is a good time to start picking up a few items while fall decor is still available.VIEW the POST

Bedroom Decorating – What Is a Bedscape?

Bedroom Decorating – What Is a Bedscape?

You may be familiar with the term tablescape, but what about a bedscape?Both of these concepts borrow from the artistic term landscape.  This word is most commonly used to refer to a painting or illustration.  It is the composition of a scene that includes an arrangement of elements in the background, mid-ground, and foreground positions.The same is true for a tablescape.  It is the composition of a scene, in this case, a table setting, in a similar fashion.But, what type of composition is needed to create a bedscape?VIEW the POST

What’s Your Home Decor Style? Part I

What’s Your Home Decor Style? Part I

The internet is a virtual smorgasbord of interior decorating inspiration.  There are so many interior trends to choose from it can be hard to determine your home decor style.Scandinavian, mid-century modern, modern industrial, and modern farmhouse are all very popular.But, even though you may like elements from many different styles, you might be wanting to narrow down your focus to one home decor style before you start decorating.VIEW the POST