Steve Green

After graduating in 2011, Steve worked in the interior design industry as a sales, advisor, and marketer. He has been writing and editing since 2014 mostly in the home decor and gardening industry. His area of expertise includes home decor, color matching, and home improvement. Steve is passionate about architecture, interior trends, using colors, and improving all parts of his home. 14 years of professional web publishing and media experience. 11 years working in the home design and interior decor industry.

Posts by Steve Green:

How to Fill Empty Space in the Bedroom
| Updated December 11, 2023

In any bedroom, empty spaces can feel like missed opportunities, just waiting to be transformed into something both functional and aesthetically pleasing. How to fill empty space in the bedroom isn’t just about adding furniture; it’s about creating harmony and enhancing your personal space.

Colors that Go with Terracotta
| Updated July 12, 2022

Terracotta falls within the ‘orange’ color palette, but it is far from bright and vivid like most shades of orange. Instead, terracotta contains a lot of brown tones with a hint of gray to give it a really earthy, dusty hue. This is a color that is intensely warm, and therefore it lends itself well to cozy interiors.

Colors that Go with Taupe
| Updated November 4, 2023

‘Taupe’ can be translated from French to mean ‘mole,’ which tells us a lot about this color already. The shade was named after the color of the French mole, which is a mix between gray and brown. Here we look at some of the best colors to pair with taupe to achieve a variety of different styles within the home.

Colors that Go with Rust
| Updated November 6, 2023

Rust is an orange-brown shade with a subtle hint of red. It is very heavily saturated, which gives it an intense depth, and it is undoubtedly warming and rich. Rust is a similar shade to cinnamon, and it is a beautifully striking color to use in both fashion and interior design.

Colors that Go with Chocolate Brown
| Updated November 7, 2023

If you have chocolate brown furniture you are thinking about replacing because it doesn’t go with your modern home, then think again. There are plenty of ways to update chocolate brown and give it a fresh style. Here we will look at colors that go well with chocolate brown and how to use them in your home.

Should Nightstands Match Dresser?
| Updated August 7, 2022

If you ask this question, the answer is it doesn’t have to. However, matching bedroom furniture is a style that plenty of people appreciate, and your nightstands and dresser don’t always have to be from the same collection.

How to Decorate with Floor Lamps
| Updated October 21, 2022

Floor lamps can really elevate the style of a room, as well as add some much-needed illumination to dark corners. Lighting is important not just from a functional perspective, but it can also really help to set the tone of a room, having a dramatic impact on the atmosphere.

Should Your Dining Table Always Be Set?
| Updated August 9, 2022

The answer to the question ‘should your dining table always be set?’ is a simple ‘no.’ If you like to always have your dining table set, then there is nothing wrong with that, just as there is nothing wrong with having a bare dining table or a messy dining table.

Should French Doors Have Curtains?
| Updated August 8, 2022

French doors can look great with or without curtains, so essentially, the decision is entirely personal, and it all comes down to your own circumstances and opinions. There is, of course, no rule book that tells you whether you should or shouldn’t install curtains in your own home.

How to Decorate a Round Dining Room Table
| Updated July 2, 2023

Decorating your dining table is something you can do on a daily basis to style your dining room, or you might only wish to decorate the table when you are having guests. Consider these elements when decorating your round dining table.

How Much Does an Air Hockey Table Cost?
| Updated July 14, 2022

The smaller tabletop version of the air hockey game will usually cost less than $100, but if you want a more generously-sized table that is longer lasting, then you should expect to pay between $200 and $300 for a good quality model.

How Close Can Stairs be to the Front Door?
| Updated February 3, 2024

If you are remodeling your home or planning the layout for a building project, then you’re going to need to think about where the stairs need to be in relation to the front door. Here we will look at the regulations regarding stairs and front doors, as well as the practical and style considerations you might want to think about.