The earth is getting more crowded with every decade. We are always looking for ways to utilize every square inch of space that we possess. One of the most underutilized spaces in the abode is the staircase. Hidden inside each riser and under the staircase is a secret area of, most often, unused space. Much … Continue reading Decorating niche space: Optimize for the abode’s storage
Day after day you awake to face the same old Bathroom and Kitchen. The cabinets are worn, the countertops are out of date, and the fixtures are from another era. You are sure to be visiting a friend who has just installed a new Kitchen and cannot stop talking about it. Strolling through the home … Continue reading Kitchen & bath easy budget remodeling for the abode
Congestion is a way of our lives, especially this time of year with the holiday shopping, visiting, and site seeing. We have it on our roads, in the shopping malls, and in our own abodes. The only environment we have any control over is our own home or office. Sift through the clutter to determine … Continue reading Declutter: Decorating design tip for the abode
Always wanting to be at the height of fashion, if “it” is in, then a everyone will want it. The hot “It” factor of the moment is Cheetah. This print is being seen everywhere. Cheetah and Leopard has taken over the fashion world. As in fashion we love to add these accents to the décor … Continue reading Grab the Cheetah trend to decorate the abode
It is the time of the year that we are looking to dress up the abode to welcome visitors. Art work is the perfect way to adorn the walls. No matter what part of the country that you live in everyone is looking for ideas to celebrate their walls with artwork. Whether living in a … Continue reading Decorate your walls with art
America Recycles day has arrived. What better opportunity do we have than now to celebrate recycling and saving our resources by visiting thrift shops or garage sales? Take a walk in a quaint village and visit local antique and consignment shops. There are many treasures to find. Keep an open mind. Look for deals.You might … Continue reading Celebrate America Recycles Day; Shop Thrift Stores and Garage Sales for the Abode Decor
You are longing to redecorate the abode but the cost for a total makeover is beyond your budget. Everyone is looking to save these days, whether it is on a new kitchen or a piece of furniture. A fantastic way to cut costs and have fun is to take some do-it-yourself classes. Home Depot is … Continue reading Decorating the Abode with How-To Help
As life becomes increasingly more expensive a growing population are finding themselves downsizing to smaller living spaces. This is the time to be the most creative when creating our own little private nooks in our abodes. Although Shoji screens are one great option to create a moveable partition wall (Read my article, http://www.examiner.com/interior-design-in-new-york/decorating-the-abode-with-the-use-of-shoji-screens), there are … Continue reading Privacy Screens and Partitions to Decorate the Abode
Whether looking at fashion or homes, there are so many different styles, cultures, and colors. Traditional, contemporary, transitional, bold or monotone colors, a neighborhood can be found to represent any or all of these qualities. Whatever your preference, colors represent many unique personalities and attitudes. Color can distinguish how different individuals think. Your abode is … Continue reading Painting Techniques to Make Your Abode Décor Exciting
As daylight savings time ends this is a good time to take note of the coziness of the decor. It is time to get ready for the winter months. Get out the throw blankets to wrap yourself in as you watch TV or sit by the fireplace. Consider hanging drapery that will keep the warmth … Continue reading Daylight Savings Time is over; Hello Winter
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