Dreaming of a getaway to le Marais? A vibrant, chic Paris neighborhood of galleries, vintage boutiques, and to-die-for apartments. The look is all about referencing the past without shying away from the future, mixing styles, and knowing how to edit. Below are some tips on mastering that je ne sais quoi.
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From the family den to the formal living room, follow these easy tips for transforming your sofa into a stylish seat that fits your look and your life.
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Although we all love to drool over images of gorgeous designer bathrooms, we may not have the budget to go all-out when the time comes to spruce up our own washrooms. But that doesn’t mean your remodel has to be generic and uninspired. There are many ways to get a high-end look without a hefty price tag. Here are 12 tricks to do just that.
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The hallway offers endless opportunities for design. Here are three styling tips for creating a beautiful, inspirational and welcoming space.
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Poufs, ottomans, benches, and garden stools will refresh your space without breaking your budget. And I’ve included a handful of tips for using them, so you’re sure to be inspired.
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Twigs are a favorite design element of mine. They can be squiggly or straight, rustic or severe, white or dark. So it’s no surprise that they’re effective for way more than just furniture. Take a gander at some of the inventive ways that twigs can be used as architectural elements in the home. These are actually lengths of branches, and are linear rather than twisty. But the natural feel is the same.
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Don’t purchase anything until you have the entire room worked out — the rug, furniture, window treatments and lighting. While it’s not necessary to identify the precise pieces, you should have a sense of what you want each piece to look like. In fact, you might even want to assemble a project board, with clippings of the kinds of pieces you’re looking for.
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If you’re like me and you love to include antiques in the “set design” of your home, then antique lighting (which can be a bit of a challenge) is something you should definitely consider. In talking about antique electric lighting, we’ll be using the term “antique” loosely. Remember, practical electric lightbulbs weren’t invented until 1879. So true antique lighting (over 100 years old) often consists of candle, oil and gas lights converted to electricity.
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I have just given you a magic wand. Cool, huh? Step outside and wave it over every bit of greenery you see. Say, “Abracadabra — I change you to beige!” Now peruse the result of your handiwork. All the life, vitality, joy and color have vanished, haven’t they? Now wave your wand again and restore the green. Does this make you think any differently about what constitutes a neutral color?
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