A small media room is just what many of us need at the end of the day; a space to cozy up with the family. Many small media room ideas are defined by one piece of furniture, usually a large unit or cabinet space where electrical items and accessories neatly […]
Month: August 2022
15 Best Interior Design Companies To Decorate Your SF Home or Office
Known for our architecture, San Francisco has been named among the world’s 50 prettiest cities (Flight Network) and in fact as the #1 most beautiful city in the USA (Gogobot). From Victorians to Edwardians to Tudors, the buildings in SF stand apart from others around the country. With great bones, […]
What adds the most curb appeal? 5 ways to impress
If you are wondering what adds the most curb appeal to the front of your home, you’re certainly not alone. The quest to beautify our homes all too often leads us to overlook the very aspect that first caught our attention: the exterior. To some extent, it’s a case of […]
Margot Robbie’s ‘Barbie’ fuels ‘Barbiecore’ interior design trend
Today’s homeowners are building out real-life Barbie Dreamhouses — and not the plastic kind. The new “Barbiecore” trend officially has hit interior design since making a recent appearance in celebrity fashion and pop culture. As the public anticipates the upcoming 2023 “Barbie” movie — and the iconic Barbie Dreamhouse marks 60 years — […]
Dubai-Based Architect Shaun Killa On Designing the Future
The shimmering torus-shaped Museum of the Future in Dubai is covered in Arabic calligraphy and is supported not by the traditional columns but by a steel diagrid, with a facade of 1,024 steel panels. The aviation industry provided inspiration for the technology needed to create the exterior that was developed […]
Home design trend: Barbie is inspiring a playful new interior style
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Today’s homeowners are building out real-life Barbie Dreamhouses — and not the plastic kind. The new “Barbiecore” trend officially has hit interior design since making a recent appearance in celebrity fashion and pop culture. As the public anticipates the upcoming 2023 “Barbie” […]
‘folding house’ in hanoi, vietnam by X11 design studio
‘folding house’ by x11 design studio balances nature with voids Vietnam-based X11 Design Studio recently completed ‘Folding House,’ a narrow and elongated private residence tucked within a street in Hanoi. Inspired by paper folds, the concrete dwelling, punctuated by deeply saturated wood accents, features flexible transitions from one level to the next, with […]
When should you start decorating for fall? 5 things to know
After record-breaking hot weather this summer, it is perhaps unsurprising that many people are looking so readily towards the fall months and wondering when should you start decorating for fall. Despite fall not officially beginning until September 22nd, there is arguably no such thing as it being too early to […]
How can I make the exterior of my house look expensive?
If you’ve been wondering ‘how can I make the exterior of my house look expensive?’ You are not alone. Before you invest in a complete revamp, think critically, because spending a small fortune on paint, fittings and landscaping does not always guarantee a smart, tailored or value-for-money look. Exterior transformations […]
Small bedroom office combo ideas: 10 smart designs
If you’re looking to create a dedicated office or study area in a tiny space or small home, then you may be considering a small bedroom office combo. The key to good and efficient small bedroom office combo ideas is balancing practicality with style, so as not to encroach on […]
Why Are We Yearning for ’70s Decor Again? | Architectural Digest
It can’t be a coincidence: rising interest rates, worries about inflation and the price of gas, and the triumphant return of the disco ball and the blob sofa all in the same year? Could it be that midcentury-modern style has decided to take a much-needed rest? Avant-garde Italian furniture from […]
Inside Actress and Model Alice Callahan Thompson’s Alabama Home
It was the porches that ultimately sold Alice Callahan Thompson on her family’s Birmingham, Alabama, home. They weren’t particularly palatial and they didn’t come with a fancy swing—it was simply the idea of sitting on them that she liked. After living in New York City for close to two decades, […]
Best Home Decor Ideas For Every Room
These days, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed with the constant news cycle or simply trying to handle all of the family, personal and work responsibilities that are on your plate. What’s one way to help your mental health? Revamping your space with new home decor ideas! Studies have […]
‘Ivy League’ design ideas coming into focus for Thomas Worthington
Some design details have emerged with the proposed renovations to Thomas Worthington and Worthington Kilbourne high school under phase 2 of Worthington Schools’ master facilities plan. The proposed plan is still in the early design phases with Schorr Architects in Dublin. But the exterior design elements of the aging Thomas […]
Zen bedroom ideas: 10 blissful schemes for rest
Zen bedroom ideas are steadily growing in popularity. In a post-pandemic world we are becoming increasingly aware of how our environment impacts wellbeing and the importance of designing restful spaces to help calm the mind. The concept of zen can be difficult to understand but in essence the term takes […]
Genesis reveals ‘Beauty of White Space’ X Speedium interior
Hyundai’s luxury brand, Genesis, revealed the interior for its X Speedium Coupe this week, and wow, is it stunning. The design features Genesis’s “beauty of the white space” design, a classic Korean design characteristic. Genesis and its parent company, Hyundai, are transitioning well into the future of electric vehicles. Hyundai […]
Designer Hilary Matt Added Storage Solutions and Contemporary Furniture to This NYC Apartment
When brought on to decorate this 4,000-square-foot condo on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, New York designer Hilary Matt was given every creative’s dream: a blank slate. Located in a new building, the 5.5-bedroom residence had no structural challenges to overcome nor existing pieces that needed to be incorporated. It was […]
Small guest room ideas: 10 ways to transform a spare room
Our small guest room ideas are perfect, whether you’re keeping a room ready for surprise drop-ins, preparing for holiday arrivals or just a long-awaited visit from family or friends. A trick often missed when revamping a guest room is to make it feel as comfortable as other rooms in the […]
Real Talk: Feel at home in your home
By Mary Ellen Rotondo, MBA As a realtor, I’m often asked about the latest trends in home design and clients always want advice for keeping their homes au courant. Design trends are fueled by lifestyle changes and customer needs. High-traffic, frequently used areas in today’s houses are changing, as many […]
7 stunning pooja room design ideas for your home
Ka Kha Gha Design Studio created a custom-made mandir from plywood, Burma teak, and walnut veneer for a family home in Gurugram. The temple, just like the client ordered, is placed at the lobby and can be seen while one enters or leaves the house. The simplicity and elegance of […]