Sep
25
2009

(ARA) – When the weather cools and the bright sun of summer fades into autumn’s grayer skies, bare bland walls can feel like an ugly mark on your home’s decor. Suddenly, those undecorated walls that you were too busy to notice this past summer cry out for color and pizzazz – especially if you’re dealing [...]
Aug
14
2009

(ARA) – If the words “nature-inspired decor” make you think of muted wall hues or overwrought floral fabrics, it’s time to rethink your take on this hot design trend.
Nature-inspired design can certainly be soothing, sedate and traditional, but a plethora of new products and techniques is also bringing the bold, bright and fun side of [...]
May
29
2009

(ARA) – Faux finishes just aren’t for you, and painting one wall a different color isn’t enough of an “accent” for your interior design tastes. Yet you’re tired of looking at the same four walls day after day.
How do you dress them up in a way that will make a statement without blowing your decorating [...]
Nov
21
2008

Resale value isn’t the only reason to redo a kitchen. Even if the home is a rental, or resale is far in the future, the room where families spend most of their time together cries out for a personal touch.
Taking your kitchen from everyday drab to your personal “fab” doesn’t require a complete makeover or [...]