Sep
24
2009

(ARA) – It’s most likely one of the top reasons you’ve been putting off that bathroom makeover or remodel — you’re just not sure which design elements you want to incorporate into the room. What color theme will you use? Do you want a pedestal sink or a furniture-style vanity? Will you incorporate any ‘green’ [...]
Jul
12
2009

(ARA) – Many of us dream of updating the most-used room in our homes, the bath, to create a beautiful and inviting space. But in today’s tough economy, you might worry about not getting a return on your investment. In fact, according to Consumer Reports, in today’s market, you may only recover about 78 percent.
Luckily, [...]
Oct
08
2008

Whether you’re selling your home or planning to live there for years to come, you can add interest and value using architectural elements. Customizing your kitchen, bath or master bedroom is a simple way to set your home apart and increase the “wow factor” of those particular rooms, which real estate agents say sell houses.
Architectural [...]
Aug
28
2008

Pump Up Your Powder Room with Daring Styles
(ARA) – Just as you get your fashion ideas from the pages of top glamour magazines … so do home decor manufacturers. That’s right, from paint colors and textile patterns to fixture finishes — what accessorizes our outfits is stunningly similar to what accessorizes our homes.
But while you [...]
Feb
21
2008

Neoclassical style — the style that is influencing much of interior design today — is a melding of romantic history, orderly classics and a dash of grandeur from Renaissance Italy. Found in homes where the traditional elegance of the past is highly valued, the look creates balance and refinement. Design elements like egg and dart [...]
Nov
20
2007

(NC)-Given how much time we spend in the bathroom, it’s no surprise that this space is considered one of the most important rooms to renovate. Rest assured, upgrading your bathroom does not need to be a long and expensive process. Consider the following five simple projects to enhance your bathroom’s look and functionality from the [...]
Aug
12
2007

Personalize Your Space with Decorative Touches and Details
(ARA) – Small changes in your bathroom can make a big difference in refreshing the busiest room in the house. Focus on the details, and you’ll be able to customize this space, making it more stylish while reflecting your personal taste.
Create a Focal Point
A focal point is the [...]
Jul
30
2007
The bathroom is one of the rooms where your decorating choices are often more complicated than simple decisions on what coat of paint to use. In particular, choosing bathroom tile can be a difficult prospect, since there are plenty of different materials you can use for the floors and the walls, all with various advantages [...]
Jul
29
2007
Despite the expense involved in updating these rooms, new bathroom designs in your home can make grooming a joy instead of something that’s merely a chore. Over the last few years, bathroom designs have started to branch out and develop into new looks for bathrooms that are sure to impress you or anyone interested in [...]
Jul
28
2007
For optimum functionality and versatility there are a variety of bathroom cabinet options to choose from. You can also choose to have your bathroom cabinet customized and tailor-made to match your bathroom design and improve the space in your bathroom. A base unit is functional but provides simple elegance at the same time. The bathroom [...]