When you dine out in a restaurant, do you naturally gravitate to a cozy corner booth? Maybe it’s time to recreate that intimate dining experience in your own home by using banquette seating. What is banquette seating? Banquette seating uses a bench, often cushioned, along one or more sides … [Read more...]
Choosing a Queen Headboard
Did you know that the most popular bed size in the United States is the queen-sized bed? Roomier than a full-sized, but less space-hogging than a king-sized bed, the queen is the "just right" choice for many people. This popular size provides more choices when shopping for a queen … [Read more...]
Purchasing a Twin Headboard
The mention of purchasing a twin headboard may conjure images of a child’s bedroom with bedding in bright primary colors, but this is only one of many possibilities. Twin wicker headboards are great in many situations where a larger bed doesn’t make sense. Why a Headboard Matters We’ve all … [Read more...]
Hallway Table or Console Table
From the time of a first dorm room, decorating a home is a lifetime occupation. No matter where we hang our hats over the years, we want the furnishings to reflect our style and serve our needs. That’s where a console table comes into play. Investing in this versatile piece is a smart idea as it can … [Read more...]
Slipper Chairs
Slipper chairs have a history that began in ladies’ dressing areas. Their shapely sweeping profiles allowed for women of the time to sit comfortably in voluminous skirts. Now, they are finding a spot in dining spaces. With their familiar shapes that make them wonderful accents for transitional … [Read more...]
A Well-Maintained Yard
Timothy Dahl of Lifehacker says “A well-maintained Yard boosts property value, puts you in the good graces of your neighbors, and even prevents a break-in.” I ought to know. I had a neighbor who fastidiously maintained his lawn. If your lawn looked a little ragged or hadn’t been mowed in a while, he … [Read more...]
8 Easy Ways to Improve Your Lawn
I have come to realize that its important to know how to improve your lawn. I’ll be the first to tell you that I like my lawn. I like the looks of a well-maintained lawn. I like to walk barefoot on my green lawn, and I love the smell when it’s freshly cut. A good day is sitting in my outdoor wicker … [Read more...]
10 Questions for an Interior Designer
When you search the internet for advice on decorating your sunroom, you will find lots of advice out there. How do you choose from all the suggestions? How do you avoid mistakes that cost you money? In my experience, if you are not confident in your skills as a designer, you can save money and time … [Read more...]
Outdoor Furniture with Built-in Protection?
My wife and I are in the process of building a second home in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico where the sun favors the residents with warmth most of the year. We chose a lot with a view of the rising sun coming up over the mountains and the whole valley from the north at Ventanas, where golfers chase … [Read more...]
Scottish Craftsmanship, Orkney Chairs
With their quirky name and unique designs, the Orkney chairs may be something entirely new to homeowners exploring furniture for their living space. Let's explore the Scottish craftsmanship history of this fascinating design dating all the way back to ancient Scotland! Origins in Scotland The … [Read more...]
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