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Modern Meets Moroccan
Few, if any, design styles whisk you away to another time and place more than Moroccan decor. Taking its roots from Moorish architecture, the style is rich, mysterious and exotic, conjuring a romance all its own. But while arches, domes and mosaics are a feast for the senses, they also carry a weight that needs to be countered to embrace today's lifestyle. And we were recently asked to do just that - bring fresh life to a Moroccan-styled home. Here's what happens when modern meets Moroccan! To provide a dramatic entrance into the home, a stunning slab of quartzite was chosen...
New Year, New Home: Selecting Rugs
They don’t call them magic carpets for nothing! When it comes to transforming a room, rugs pack one powerful punch. Area rugs anchor a room, define a space, add visual interest with color and texture, absorb noise and protect flooring. But how do you go about selecting rugs for your home? Consider Existing Décor When selecting rugs, try to coordinate with existing paint, furniture, bedding or window treatments. Or if you are starting from scratch, choose a rug first and build the room’s color scheme and style around the new rug. Consider Lifestyle and Budget Rugs are made from a...
New Year, New Home: Selecting Paint Colors
You’re about to ring in the New Year and make a resolution or two. Then what? How about giving your home a fresh start, too? It’s not as difficult or expensive as you may think. There are several quick, easy and inexpensive ways to transform a room. Today’s blog is the first in a series called New Year, New Home, and we hope you find the ideas inspiring. First up is one of the best ways to clean and brighten a space: paint. Painting is easy, relatively inexpensive and a perfect do-it-yourself project. But selecting paint colors can be difficult. What color do...