Decorology

Category: design

  • November’s Top Posts!

    November’s Top Posts!

    It’s December and we are all starting to settle indoors! The holidays have begun and things are getting cheery over here. Here are some of the top posts in November in case you missed any:
    white and orchid!:
    :
    and last but not least:
    Which one was your favorite post and why? I’d love to here in the comments below!
  • Why rugs matter.

    Why rugs matter.

    If you haven’t been a rug fan before, let me give you a few reasons why you should:
    They are a great way to add another layer of texture to your room.

    Before & After: An Editor's Dining Room Makeover - Decorating - Lonny:
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    They can help define a room. This is great for open floor plans.
    They help tie in color and design in a room.
    They are a great way to add color to a room.
    They give your feet a soft place to land! 
    What do you love about floor rugs?
  • Finding Your Personal Touch

    Finding Your Personal Touch

    Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to decor, but what if you aren’t really sure what you do and don’t like?
    You won’t know what you are looking for, if you don’t look!
    Kitchen Trends that are Here to Stay:
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    Don’t let budget define your style. You can find amazing pieces at affordable prices.
    It might take some trial and error. Which is another reason finding items that are decent priced, gives you the opportunity to change your mind and not be upset about it!
    Don’t be afraid of colors and patterns. It’s okay to mix and match! Designers do it all the time.
    And lastly, your preference doesn’t have to be labeled. You can be contemporary, classic, modern, elegant, rustic, and eclectic. Just be you! 
  • Wallpaper and Tile?

    Wallpaper and Tile?

    This weekend I saw a beautiful picture of a wallpaper and tile bathroom. It was so stunning, I just sat and stared at it for a while. Initially, if I was told to put both together I would take a minute to consider other options, but seeing it with my own eyes was totally different.
    http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/boring-bathroom-6-dramatic-decor-ideas-you-can-buy-or-diy-207402:
    It made me look around for other options of tile and wallpaper that I hadn’t seen before. Take a look at what I found:
    Or you can just do a tile that looks like wallpaper!
    Would you put tile and wallpaper together? I’d love to hear in the comments below!
  • Molding Done Right

    Molding Done Right

    Crown molding, baseboards, chair rail, and more! There are so many ways to add a little elegance to room and here are a few examples that I love:

    Glam up your bedroom with faux crown molding.
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    Chic Glamorous Living Room
    Benjamin Moore - dining rooms - Benjamin Moore - Wickham Gray - blue gray walls, blue gray wall color, corner fireplace, gilt mirror, antiqu...
    What’s your favorite way to add a little glamour?
  • Rooms that make you double take

    Rooms that make you double take

    Sometimes it’s hard to look away at something so gorgeous, here are a few that I’m having trouble moving on from! What great inspiration.
    that tile!

    Amazing bathroom
    via vivafullhouse

    that ceiling!

    those beams!

    those doors!

    those floors!

    Which one draws you in the most?
  • Not Your Traditional Nightstands!

    Not Your Traditional Nightstands!

    Sometimes using an item that’s not originally for it’s intend can be a great surprise and fun feature to your room! I’ve found a few alternatives to use for your nightstand that you might find inspiring. Take a look around your home now, I bet you could find a few pieces you already own that would make a great nightstand:

    Built by You: Simple Yet Super DIY Furniture Projects for the Bedroom | Apartment Therapy

    Wooden crates are not something new, but I love how they incorporated a light in it and made the boxes able to turn. This piece is definitely makes a statement!

    A trash can turned upside down. Simple and Genius.
    Reusing cinder blocks to create a nightstand is pretty brilliant!
    Making your own nightsand out of something you might have lying around the house. This is seriously creative and a great way to hide clutter in the suitcase itself!!
    Who would have thought to use a barrel as a nightstand? I love the spray painted black, you could do so many things with a barrel. 
    Cutting a table in half? It’s the perfect way to make an interesting nightstand out of something that you may already have. 

  • Beautiful Exposed Beams

    I love the look of exposed beams, no matter the color or style, it gives great character to a room! Even if the beams aren’t original to the room, it can create a stunning space.
    What do you think?

  • Smart Home Designs

    Upgrading your home has always been a toss on whether you want to do something just for the joy of having it done the way you always wanted it to and what has the best resale value. These days it seems like many of us don’t stay in one place very long so it doesn’t seem smart to invest much into it when you won’t be able to enjoy it for what it’s worth.

    Here are a few home designs for those of you who are like me, and plan on being around for a while! Why not enjoy it?

    - Master Bathroom Pictures From HGTV Smart Home 2014 on HGTV ~~ Yes, that's a TV in the shower!!!!
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    This technology upgraded bathroom is not only gorgeous but it’s pretty impressive with all it’s extra perks!
    Add something completely unique! This drop down bed makes this small square footage double.
    - Laundry Room Pictures From HGTV Smart Home 2014 on HGTV. Pet bed area perfect for my kitty litter box.
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    Need a pet friendly space that can tuck away when needed? These features in the laundry room make it very pet friendly without stealing much needed space.
    Serene and hardworking: Really, what more could you want in a family home? Lilli Lee's is a treasure chest of smart storage and soothing style. Take the tour and grab some tips for your own place.
    Don’t be afraid to go all out on storage space. Make it look great, especially if you know you will be using it on a daily basis. 
    If you had the extra funds, which room would you go all out on?

  • Wall Art Finished and GIVEAWAY!

    For those of you who might have seen a Guest post about Wall Art recently here, we have the finished room to show off as well as a giveaway for one of the pieces you’ll see:

    Jennifer started off with the canvas print in the middle and wanted to do a gallery style around it. She chose simple picture frames that all matched since there would be mixed media. She used two wall art designs with one of them being our giveaway today: the bottom left heart with love written in it. 

    Meredith who owns an adorable Etsy shop called Prints by Poppy Mae is offering up the same heart print for one lucky winner!
    To sign up to be the winner please submit your information in the rafflecopter below and a winner will be chosen on Oct. 15th! 
    and here’s what Jennifer decided to do on the other wall
    Tell us what you think!