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DIY, eNews, Home Design, Homeowners

Elevate Décor with Retro Touches

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A living room that has incorporated retro touches in the design aesthetic.

Step into your favorite local thrift store, and you will find a goldmine of one-of-a-kind home décor pieces — usually at very reasonable prices. One of the best parts of thrift store shopping is the hunt for great pieces that you know will not be found online or at your local big-box retailer.

Feeling inspired to learn more about how you can incorporate vintage and thrift store finds in your home? Keep reading to learn the history behind different design trends and how you can find cool décor for your home.

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DIY, eNews, Family Home, Home Design

Upgrading Your Lighting: Cool Options to Level Up Your Home

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New pendant lights installed over a kitchen island, an option for upgrading your lighting.

Let your home come alive with some new, captivating lighting upgrades! Get ready to bask in the brilliance of cutting-edge illumination that will ignite your senses and elevate the feel of every room. Picture sleek pendant lights casting a spell of elegance while smart bulbs put the power of ambiance at your fingertips. From cozy nooks to vibrant living spaces, each corner of your home can benefit from refreshed lighting fixtures. Embrace the magic of these excellent options and watch as your living spaces take on a new life!

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eNews, Family Home, Home Design

How to Bring Summer Indoors

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Summer is the season of warmth, sunshine, and joy. But as much as we love being outside, sometimes we want to stay inside and enjoy the comforts of our home. Luckily, there are many ways to bring the feeling of summer indoors, from bright colors to natural textures and scents. In this article, we will introduce some simple and effective ways to bring summer indoors and create a sunny and inviting atmosphere in your home.

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eNews, Family Home, Home Design, Homeowners

Small Appliances to Make Your Home Feel More Luxurious

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An air purifier, one of the small appliances to make your home feel more luxurious.

Everyone wants to make their home feel more luxurious and comfortable, but it can sometimes be expensive and time-consuming. Fortunately, there are many small appliances that can help you achieve an opulent feel in your home without breaking the bank. From kitchen gadgets to bathroom amenities, living room furniture to outdoor spaces, these small appliances provide comfort and convenience at an affordable price. Read on to discover ways to spruce up your space and create the perfect atmosphere in your home with small appliances.

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Home Buyers, Home Design, Homeowners

How to Choose Wall Art for Home

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A woman hanging her new wall art in her home.

Buying a home comes with great joy. As you settle in, it will be important to make your house your home. One way to do this is by decorating the walls with tasteful art and paintings.

There are different types of wall art, including paintings, prints, photo murals, poster art, custom wall art, and sculptures. You can choose the one that suits your personal style or complements the decoration of your home.

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Health & Safety, Home Design, Homeowners

Why Replacing an Old Mattress in a New Home is a Good Idea

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a new mattress in a bedroom

When moving to a new house, the most challenging decision you may have is deciding which possessions to carry with you and what to leave behind. Depending on the precise conditions of your migration, choosing what to do with your stuff can be either a simple chore or a challenging test of your decision-making abilities. The mattress is one home item that you may have difficulty deciding what to do with. Whether you know it or not, your mattress is among the most crucial pieces of furniture in your home because you sleep on it for one-third of the day.

The best time to get rid of your old mattress is when you move to a new house. However, people still have doubts about whether they should buy a new mattress or stick to the old one when they shift to a new home.  If you are one of them, don’t worry because you are in the right place to get answers! We will provide a detailed overview of why you need to change your old mattress, along with the drawbacks of moving the old mattress to the new home.

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Family Home, Holidays, Home Design

6 Home Styling Tips This Holiday Season

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A living room transformed by holiday decorating.

When the seasons begin to transition from fall to winter, you know it’s time to dress the entire home into something more toasty and comfy. While a holiday makeover sounds like it’s a lot of work to pull off in a very short amount of time, it doesn’t have to be stressful.

You don’t have to make it perfect and you can always decorate on a budget. What’s important is that you capture the holiday spirit the way you know how.

That said, here are six tips to help you get started if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed about making your home merry and bright this holiday season.

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Home Design

Key Elements to a Contemporary Living Style

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Are you trying to create a contemporary-style living space?  It is tempting to think that contemporary interior designs are cold, dark, and overly minimal. But that’s far from the truth! You can create a contemporary-style living space that is comfy and inviting, and at the same time, well-illuminated and neat.

So, what are the crucial elements of a contemporary living space? Let’s dig into them one by one.

Have an open-plan layout

Airy, spacious, and multipurpose open-concept homes are increasingly becoming more popular among homeowners. That’s what contemporary design is all about. 

Consider giving completely different personalities to different functional zones to create a bold contrast between them. For instance, match darker walls and wooden fixtures in the kitchen with a bright lounger in the living room to bring in lightness.

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DIY, Holidays

How to Change From Fall to Winter Decor

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Looking to winterize your fall decor for the changing season? Here are a few tips to help you keep your personal style while adding some holiday cheer around the home!

Add Coziness

We all love to cozy up during the winter months whether it’s in the living room, den or your own bedroom. A great way to transition different rooms from summer to fall to winter is to add some layers for each season it gets a little colder. Quilted blankets and fluffy pillows give the room a cozy look and are great for chilly nights. Plus there are tons of fun holiday pillows that can add color and cheer to the furniture.

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Home Design

How COVID-19 Will Change Home Design

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Coronavirus impacted the world, throughout workplaces healthcare, recreational time and much more. Home design is another field that may be forever changed due to the pandemic. With many people spending more time at home, homeowners are shifting their idea of a dream home and its necessary features. Here are five designs that may become the new norm in a post COVID-19 home.

The Essential Home Office

As office workers adjusted to working remotely, the need for the home office became apparent. Before COVID-19 many saw the home office as a use for an extra space or bedroom, but not a necessity. Now with entire families having to share a home and workspace under one roof, it is important to have a space where meetings and important phone calls can take place away from distraction. Post Coronavirus homes will need to create a space that can either be in a separate room or a desk area in an already existing room, designed for privacy and efficiency.

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