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Without any natural light, interior rooms can be a challenge to decorate—but it’s a challenge that these creative ideas will help you overcome. By Diane Franklin An interior bathroom, a basement rec room and an off-the-kitchen laundry room are among the areas in your home that may be noteworthy for what they are lacking—windows. The [...]

Biophilic design brings outdoor elements indoors to create a soothing effect. By Diane Franklin More and more of today’s homeowners are discovering the advantages of biophilic design, which is a way to draw a deeper connection to nature by bringing outdoor elements into our interiors. Already emerging as a trend in commercial spaces, biophilic design [...]

Home exteriors are trending toward sophisticated and sometimes surprising color schemes. By Tammy Adamson-McMullen If you’re planning to paint the exterior of your home this summer and are struggling in your color selection, take heart. There are so many beautiful exterior color schemes at present—trending from East to West—that you’re sure to find one that [...]

For many people, summertime is deck time! They can’t wait to get outdoors to entertain friends or host a family get-together. Having a gorgeous deck makes an outdoor soirée even more enjoyable. So, what do you do to make your deck the best place to be this summer? Here are just a few ideas. Coat [...]

It was bound to happen. Men have enjoyed their “man caves” for years, creating individualized spaces for relaxing, rejuvenating and enjoying friends. It’s only natural, then, that women would want their own spaces, too. The result is the “she shed”—the latest home fashion trend that offers a plethora of creative decorating possibilities. If the idea [...]

Psychology Today notes that we’re “built to size each other up quickly” and that these impressions are lasting. “Even if we’re presented with lots of evidence to the contrary, we’re attached to our initial impressions.” (www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/first-impressions.) But we don’t only size up other people. We also size up the world around us and make mental [...]

Spring cleaning isn’t only for interiors. Outdoor items need your attention, too! By Tammy Adamson-McMullen The phrase “spring cleaning” conjures up all sorts of activities—such as sorting out closets, shampooing carpets and dusting nooks and crannies—and all likely involving the inside of your home. But home exteriors also need sprucing up this time of year, [...]

What are Roman Shades? Roman shades are a type of window covering that offer a clean look with beautiful soft folds. When raised, the fabric stacks in evenly sized horizontal folds. All of Hunter Douglas’ Roman shades are made from the highest-quality fabrics and operate using a retractable cord mechanism to raise and lower the [...]

It’s time to welcome the arrival of fall into your home! With the beautiful ever-changing foliage, it’s easy to grab inspiration from the outdoors to make the interior of your home feel cozier and more festive for this time of year. Wondering what elements to add to your home this season? Use our tips below [...]