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July 13, 2022
Mint green is a fresh shade of green that can be both cooling and soothing. It is the epitome of spring and so can serve to make an interior space feel revitalized and vibrant. Mint green is a surprisingly versatile color that can work well in a wide range of color schemes as both an accent or primary color. This is a shade that is great for inspiring vintage or art deco styles, but equally, it can be utilized in more modern and contemporary interior themes.
October 30, 2023
Here we look at the best colors that go with peach, particularly with reference to using peach as a wall color or an accent color in interior design.
July 6, 2022
Bronze is a dull metallic shade that traditionally was made as a metal material by mixing gold with tin. The resulting color that we know as bronze today lies somewhere between brown and orange, with significantly fewer yellow hues compared to gold. This is a good choice of metal for fixtures and fittings if you want a warm metallic color but find gold to be too showy or brash. Here we look at some colors that work well with bronze.
February 4, 2024
While yellow may not be the first color that people consider for their home’s exterior, it is in fact a warm and cheery hue that goes very well with many other color schemes. When you have a yellow house, there are tons of accent color palettes to pair with it.
June 28, 2023
The classic combination of black and white is seen in both the interior and exterior of every modern or traditional home. This timeless color pairing became a hot trend many decades ago and is still popular to this day. To help define the exterior of your home, why not paint it in white and add black trim to enhance the visual interest?
October 22, 2022
There are many ways to layout your living room with the popular combination of a sofa and two chairs. Here we look at the possibilities and how they affect the feel of a room.
October 22, 2022
A living room that measures 12 feet by 16 feet is a good size to work with, offering generous space and multiple layout options. Consider these layouts for your living room.
October 30, 2023
Apricot as a color is named after the skin of apricot fruit, which is a shade of orange-yellow. However, when it comes to apricot in interior design terms, it is a distinctly more pinkish hue. In fact, when used to describe interior colors, apricot can include anything from orange-pink right through to rusty terracotta. This is a color that has seen a huge revival over the last two years and has become one of the key trendy colors in modern interior design styles.
August 8, 2022
A bay window in a living room is a nice feature that can add interest and character to a space, but it can provide a predicament when it comes to arranging furniture because we typically position furniture against straight walls. Here we look at various layouts of living rooms with bay windows to see the possibilities that a bay window offers and the best ways to make the most of this feature.
July 19, 2022
Oak cabinetry has been a longstanding popular choice in kitchens because it is very durable and adds warmth and character to a room. Some people find that deep honey oak kitchens look outdated, while some enjoy the more traditional look.
October 22, 2022
In most homes, a 10-foot by 12-foot kitchen represents a decent-sized space that can offer plenty of storage solutions and generous countertop space for preparing meals. In a room of these dimensions, the layout of kitchen cabinets can take several designs and even include the addition of breakfast bar areas of separate dining tables with seating. Consider these kitchen layouts for inspiration in your own kitchen.
November 23, 2021
If you’re looking to paint your home exterior, consider blue with white trim combination to give your home a classic and elegant style. This idea is especially appealing for those who want to create a beachy or nautical feel.