Bringing Back Art Nouveau Homes
As our series begins to wind down, it has come time to tackle a slightly lesser-known interior design style, which serves as the forerunner to our beloved Art Deco motif; namely, Art Nouveau. While this style is still well known, it doesn’t seem to be as mainstream as some of the others.
Bringing Back Art Deco Homes
In this series of blogs, it's our goal to outline the most influential and popular vintage design styles, which is why it’s only natural that the elaborate glitz and glam of the 1920s Art Deco should be the next on our list.
Bringing Back Mid-Century Modern Homes
Among the plethora of interior design fads that have come and gone, the satisfying colors and clean lines of the Mid-century Modern style crop up again and again. It has become a classic style that is easy to incorporate into any home. First, you’ll need an introductory knowledge of the history of the style and what distinguishes it from others.
Bringing Back Victorian Homes
Interior design has been through too many eras to count and we still see the vestiges of certain fads in the home of modern people. We often throw terms like ‘mid-century modern’ and ‘farm-house’ around without knowing precisely what they mean. But for those of us who are drawn to particular styles of olden times but are not equipped with the vocabulary or the innate sense of ‘fashion’ which so many seem to have, we may require some guidance.
DIY: Adding Color to Your Space
Alright, you’ve fallen into the fad of neutral tones and whitewashed textures and your home now feels like a glorified hospital waiting room. Sure, maybe it’s ‘calming’... but maybe it’s just boring. Maybe it’s trending… or maybe it lacks any trace of you-ness.
DIY: Making a Gallery Wall
We all do our best to make our houses feel like homes, but often they can feel more like temporary dwellings for little more than sleep and storage. Often this is because there is nothing of us in them—no character, no personal touch.
DIY: Making a Shelf Display
“Why can’t I make my shelves look like the magazine?” This is the cry of many home decorators trying something new. But don’t sweat it! We’re here to give you a few tips for your DIY shelving endeavor.
DIY: Updating Your Front Porch
Your first impression sets the tone and expectations for the rest of your interaction. It is no different for homes. Your home should be an inviting space, from the front steps to the last post of the fence.
DIY: Updating Your Kitchen
If we are to spend so much time and make so many important memories in this space, then it should be a space we like to spend our lives in. Thus comes the subject of today's post: DIY Kitchen Updates.
Why We Decorate: The Real Importance of Holiday Decor
Maybe it’s a floral wreath on your front door in the springtime or lights around your windows in December. It could be the little flags lining your sidewalk at the start of July or some silly pink throw pillows in February. These little details don’t seem all that important on their own, but, when we set out decorations throughout the year for the different holidays on the calendar, we’re saying something. We’re saying to ourselves, our family and friends, and our neighbors around us that this day, this time of year, is meaningful.