Feng shui is a historical idea that is thousands of years old. Earliest records place it during the Chinese Tang Dynasty. Feng shui is all about creating and maintaining vital energy flow in the home. Good or positive fung shui is said to result in good luck, while negative fung shui results in misfortune. It …
Trends in Accent Colors
Adding an accent wall is a trend that has been around for a while. It’s a fashion statement that can come into style quickly and leave quietly. Right now, they are very stylish and here to stay. Accent colors truly give a room personality. These colors are often used to draw attention to specific architecture …
Painting Your Home Theater
There are many different elements that make up the interior design of a home theater. Homeowners must consider the lighting, sound, and arrangement of furnishings as well as the various pieces of equipment that will bring them hours of entertainment value. Most do not think about the paint that needs to be used in this …
Painting Your Nursery
Getting the nursery ready for the arrival of a new baby can be a very exciting experience for the entire family. You want to create the perfect environment to welcome the new member of the family. There are many elements that come together to create the interior design of the nursery. Some parents choose a …
Children’s Room Design
Interior design in a child’s room can be challenging since they change so much in those early years. Think about the rapid changes that occur in a child from the time they move from the crib to their “big boy” bed – the toddler bed. Soon they will make the move to a twin bed. …
Home Design for the World Traveler
Are you someone who likes to travel internationally? There are many different interior design styles that are compatible with the world traveler’s taste. While there are exotic styles that can fill this decorating need, it does not necessarily mean that it is the only option from which you can choose. Whatever your traveling preference, it …
Guest Room Design
What is the best interior design for a guest room? It may not be as difficult as one would think. Most of us desire to create an environment where a guest can be comfortable while in the home. To accomplish this goal it is important to consider how all the elements can be pulled together …
Paint Your Living Room Purple
Most of us do not decorate our homes by simply buying random items in the store that we like and then try to find the right place to put them in our home. This can yield a sort of crazy hodge-podge mixture that would not look right. For the most part, we decide what type …
Top Interior Design Trends for 2012
Just like we try to keep up with the latest designs in fashion, we should attempt to keep up with what’s trending in interior design. Whether you are getting the home ready for resale, or just want to enjoy it for years to come, it is important to find the right colors for interior painting …
Top Paint Colors for 2012
There are many things that go into the decision of what color to paint a room. Even though colors reflect some of the common interior design trends, they also make a personal statement. By choosing the color scheme for a room’s décor the homeowner is sort of defining their own space. The color scheme of …