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April 15, 2016

Best Library Spaces in your Home: 5 Ideas to Make Use Of

Best Library Spaces in your Home: You need a feel-good space to build your library a nd make it grow book by book. Before choosing the right spot to commit to such a task, think about the space you can afford to invest in the project. If you have a small house, the best library spaces in your home are usually part of a creative plan. In fact, creativity is proven to be of great help when designing a reading space beyond comparison. An infinite wall-library To dedicate an entire wall just for books seems logical only if you have a large room, particularly one with a high ceiling. This means you can afford to sacrifice some utility space at the expense of having a lavish library. Create a beautiful reading corner with shelves all the way to the ceiling and use a nice ladder to reach out the highest titles you would love to read. The ladder has both a practical and a modish purpose. As a matter of fact, it reminds us a little of a public library and the serene atmosphere associated with it. The key is to be creative, and here you have a great guide with five unusual solutions...

April 15, 2016

Furniture Solutions for a Small Living Room

Small Living Room If you are looking for some big ideas for your tiny living room, you should start with the furniture. Before planning to redesign the whole space, there are some tricks for maximizing the storage. A couple of wise furniture solutions for a small living room is all you need to visually enlarge the space and brighten the environment. Big upholstered ottoman Dealing with a small living room is all about tricking the eye and making room space seem larger than it is. And this is not magic; it is just figuring out some smart ideas on how to add furniture pieces that do not eat up all of the available space. For starters, try resisting the temptation of cluttering the room with tiny pieces. The idea may seem one of the obvious things to do, but this solution will, in reality, overcrowd the interior, and will quickly become an eyesore. For instance, a big upholstered ottoman with sleek lines can serve as a coffee table. Instead of squeezing a sofa, you can sneak in some small folding chairs around the table. This idea gives you a chance to easily store stools when you are not using them. Convenient, isn't it? Go...

April 14, 2016

How To Maximize Space With Vertical Storage Units

Small size of most modern flats and houses is a common problem, but that doesn't mean you can't transform your tiny space into a nice and welcoming home. While there is no possible way you can turn a small space into a large one, you can maximize its storage capacity by carefull approach to interior decoration and planning. Amazingly, many homeowners tend to completely ignore the potential of vertical space. Even though using it will require buying and installing some additional storage solutions, the result could be well worth the effort. This guide will help you to maximize space using vertical storage units. Using vertical storage units in a hallway Shoe cabinets – if you think all shoe storage cabinets are sturdy but low standing furnutire units , think again. Modern stores will actually offer you tall storage cabinets big enough to store your entire shoe collection; moreover, these units look so stylish they could easily be mistaken for sideboards. Single door wardrobes - in a small hallway a tall single door wardrobe can solve two problems at once – it helps you store and organize your coats, hats and shoes (if it includes a shoe rack), while keeping them out of sight, which...

April 8, 2016

5 Important Units On Your Must Have Storage Furniture Checklist

Even though we love to flip though chic interior magazines and check out the latest trends in home decor, we realize, that interior decoration isn't all about design ideas. Its practical things that matter and actually dictate how far you can go in terms of styling your home. The tricky part is organizing storage for all your clothes, utensils and belongings, as combining functionality and style can be quite challenging. Here is an important must-have storage furniture checklist to help make your home functional and comfortable. Shoe rack Hallway is what creates the first impression about our homes, and can seriously spoil the impression if its messy, untidy and cluttered. That's why a shoe rack is number one item on your storage furniture checklist. Modern stores will offer you closed or open 3-4 tier shoe racks and cabinets to help you store and keep your shoes in perfect order. Bookcase As we proceed to the living room, the next important storage furniture unit is a bookcase. It's true that in folio books are becoming rare, but the good news is – you can still use a bookcase as a display stand for photos, memorabilia and accessories. Basicly, a bookcase is a set of shelves...

April 8, 2016

10 Decorative Storage Boxes Ideas

10 Decorative Storage Boxes Ideas The main cause of a messy house is that so many small things do not have their place. The following guide will help you decorate your home and keep your stuff in order. Here are 10 decorative storage boxes ideas, perfect for any home: Simple Stacking Boxes A set of nesting boxes looks pretty amazing in the same colour or several different shades — especially if the decor and ornament are identical. Gift Boxes A creative solution for storage boxes is to decorate them as gift boxes. You can choose from a great variety of ready-made models, or make a box yourself. All you need is a shoebox, scrapbook paper, double-sided tape, scissors and a couple of cute ribbons. Mind that this is a storage box after all, so you have to be able to open and close it whenever you need. Trunk Boxes Trunk boxes can be made of plastic, wood or even metal. Available in different prints, such boxes can offer so much more than a simple storage solution. You can have two or three of them in different sizes. Put them one onto another and you will get the nicest décor element. Mini Luggage Case Boxes These are probably the cutest...

April 1, 2016

Compact Sectional Sofa Pros and Cons

We cannot imagine a home without a sofa. It is really the most indelible part of living room décor. A compact sectional sofa is a great option for small spaces, but it still has its disadvantages. To make your choice easier, we are going to discuss compact sectional sofa pros and cons here. Cons There is a lot of prejudice towards sectional sofas. For example, people think of them as of something massive and cumbersome. It is not necessarily true, but even a compact piece makes it difficult to rearrange the furniture in a room. It will be hard for you to get used to a sectional sofa if you like changing your living room layout once in a while. Sectional sofas are rarely soft. Usually, this is not a problem, but if you are concerned about the additional functionality of the unit, it would be better to get a softer piece. A sectional sofa is perfect for small spaces. However, it only works when you don't have too much furniture items, no matter how compact they may be. So, if your home is stuffed with furniture, sectional sofas are not for you. Given a very specific shape of the sofa, it...

March 31, 2016

Spring 2016 Home Décor Trends

Spring 2016 Home Décor Trends If you feel like decorating or redecorating your home this spring, do not waste time! There is no time better because the spring 2016 home décor trends will definitely make you feel so excited that you may want to try them out right now! Colours When we consider decorating, we think the colours first. And for good reason: they can soothe and inspire, and even set out a mood for a day. So, yes, colours are really important! While choosing colours for any of your rooms don’t hesitate to turn to the Pantone 2016 selection. Pantone Color Institute knows everything about colours, so, they have chosen the top palette, which is based on consumers' preferences. This year's colours are Rose Quartz, Peach Echo, Serenity, Snorkel Blue, Buttercup, Limpet Shell, Lilac Gray, and Fiesta. The majority of colours manifest mindfulness and tranquillity. This atmosphere can be created by using 2016 colours of the year - Rose Quartz and Serenity. Even though both shades are extremely soft, they still add a certain dynamics to the interior. The hues challenge the general idea of colour combination, reminding of the male and the female principles. It is interesting that they do not confront, but...

March 30, 2016

What To Do If You Need Help Bringing Colour Into Your Living Room: 8 Simple Suggestions

Experimenting with colour in your interior sounds like lots of fun, but the end result may actually look worse than expected. That's why many home owners are colour shy and would rather prefer bleak and faceless interiors to taking risks and playing with different colour pallets. Choosing the right colours for your home is no brain surgery – still, if you need help bringing colour into your living room, you might want to start with these simple suggestions: Start with neutral shades Of course, you can never go wrong with black and white, even though monochrome pallete is unlikely to make your home feel warm and welcoming. Still, it makes perfect sense to start with mixing neutral colours – grey, beige and wood shades – to gain more confidence and diversify the colour range of your living room . Go for classic options If you're still not ready for bolder and brighter shades, consider classic options widely used in most modern interiors - mint, navy, and light green. These colours blend in beautifully into almost any settings, moreover, they are peaceful and relaxing and look pleasant to the eye. If you think – 'I need help bringing colour into my living room', these popular colours...

March 26, 2016

How To Make The Most Of Awkward Spaces: 7 Tips

Do you feel like the walls are closing in on you? Well don’t worry, you’re not the only one in this situation. There are at least 7 budget-friendly options that can instantly make your space feel more open as opposed to feeling like a jail cell. Try putting these 7 tips on how to make the most of awkward spaces and watch your small space reach new heights. Lighten up You can never go wrong with white paint. To some, white might seem like such a plain colour, but the wonders it can do for expanding space are foolproof. Lighter colours, especially white, can help reflect light, making the room feel airy and open. Use vertical stripe patterns Similar to vertical stripes on clothing, the same stripes on walls can trick the eye into making an object appear taller. The idea is suitable for any room in the house — from a hallway to a bedroom. Use mirrors strategically Mirrors give the perception of space and can reflect light. Maximise the effect by placing a big mirror directly across the window. You can also place mirrors across each other to create the illusion of endless space. Be careful of your placement, though. Avoid placing mirrors to...

March 24, 2016

How To Create A Minimalist Home: 7 Tips

Minimalistic interiors set the standard of how a modern home should look like. While thinking of a minimalistic room, a white Scandinavian interior is the first things that pop into the head — and with good reason, too. Scandinavian and minimalistic trends are, indeed, adjacent — at the very least, both are based on the same principles. So, if you are looking for ways on how to give your interior a modern boost, here are some tips on how to create a minimalist home: Keep the pattern consistent in all of your rooms First things first. You cannot create a minimalist hallway that would lead directly to a vintage living room. If you have set your mind on giving your home a modern, minimalistic look, stick to it. It is crucial to keep the environment consistent in all of your rooms — otherwise, the house will acquire an untidy, illogical look. It is very important to avoid creating an environment as obtrusive as that. Explore light and white wall paint Light wall colours are the basis of any minimalist home. You do not necessarily have to go with white paint. Still, it has to be something very light. A possible alternative that will not break your...