Since fashion and home decor have long been kindred spirits, it is no surprise to find the trend du jour, camouflage, popping up in home design. Spring 2013 fashion collections by designers such as Perry Ellis, Michael Kors and Valentino showcased amalgamated wear in many types. Now this classic print has made home decor its [...]

With so many gorgeous paint colors available, why stick with what’s secure and common? Now that is not to knock neutrals, as a quick browse on reveals numerous eye catching, exquisite interiors with toned-down colour palettes. However, many of you are looking for more colour — and some of you need extreme colour. If this [...]

The neat thing about colours from the brown spectrum is that they seamlessly together, so using them is foolproof. Pick three colors or more out of the range (from heavy espresso and rich mocha to gold caramel and foamed milk) and observe your room come together in a look that’s richly layered and utterly comfortable. [...]

Stout and lasting, paper countertops are easy on the environment and your conscience, and they woo with a warmth like that of rock. But are they right for your kitchen? Find out here. Compare: More kitchen counter tops stuff Actual-Size Architecture The fundamentals: Recycled paper countertops have been composed of postconsumer wastepaper, nonpetroleum-based resins and [...]

Are ceiling fans layout suicide? I say “barely,” and also the community agrees! This has been a hot topic on the Discussions Board ever because er sunshinesarah posted this cry for design assistance: My husband and I are building our first house. He has graciously let me have my way around just about any decision [...]

Burlap is among the most popular utility fabrics and a great substance to have in your arsenal for house projects. It’s durable, versatile and surprisingly powerful even though it has a very loose weave. The textural quality of burlap can complement many decor styles, and it is ideal for small and massive projects alike. Yardage [...]

Your burgundy dining room is as stunning as the wine-dark ocean, but you need curtains to control the light and solitude. The strong wall color means selecting the ideal drapes will take some thought. If you opt for the same shade of burgundy for walls and drapes, you live in a cave — or a [...]

Family heirlooms, photos and other antiques are a significant part of any home. They spark conversation, awaken warm memories and give glimpses into the lifestyles of an old generation. This week we look at creative ways to display these items, so they can improve your own life with their rich history instead of languishing in [...]

What it is: If Goldilocks were decorating a home, transitional design would check all of her”only right” boxes: not too cold, not too formal, not too fussy. It blends the comfort and warmth of conventional design with all the clean profiles and understated colours of the contemporary look. The outcome? Gracious, compact spaces that exude [...]

That thrifting furniture, antiques, and classic goods have formally come back in design, more and more classic markets are appearing on the web. Like everything on the web, the advantage is simple availability — thanks to the wealth of on-line stores, the typical consumer has access to goods that she or he might not have [...]