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How to Decorate a Living Room, According to Designers
Decorating a living room, which is easily one of the most utilized spaces in your home, sometimes presents a bit of a challenge. That’s true whether you are starting from scratch, doing some light designing, or planning a renovation. That said, the effort is well worth the reward: A curated, intentional living room that elevates the overall aesthetic of your home. To help with this endeavor, we tapped several interior designers, who were happy to share their best advice on how to decorate a living room. Tessa Neustadt Create a Game Plan It’s important to start with a thoughtful plan and view your space with fresh eyes, says interior designer…
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What Is A Galley Kitchen And How To Make The Most Of It
At home, space is a commodity; we often wish we had more. The kitchen is one room where Southerners would always welcome some extra square footage. Bigger isn’t always best though, and galley kitchens are the proof in the pudding. Small but mighty, these slim kitchens pack a whole lot of potential into a limited amount of space. In fact, when designed and organized efficiently, a galley kitchen can be one of the most functional layouts available. Here’s what to know about this oft underestimated kitchen layout. What Is A Galley Kitchen? “A galley kitchen is a type of kitchen layout that is anchored by two parallel countertops of cabinet…
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Invitation Homes’ year-end results may signal what’s ahead for the rental home market
The residential real estate market’s post-pandemic glow is ebbing. Beyond last year’s tough interest rate environment, suppressed home sales and shrunken multifamily construction, the rapid-fire demand for build-to-rent and single-family rental homes, popular among consumers and investors in recent years, appears to be ticking down. John Olsen, chief financial officer of Dallas-based Invitation Homes, one of the nation’s largest rental home companies, sees it as a return to a more normal rent-growth environment. “We are looking at the pre-pandemic experience as sort of our model for how we think the curve is going to develop over time,” Olsen said during the company’s year-end results call this week with analysts and…
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39 ways to decorate and illuminate your space |
Living room lighting ideas are an essential part of the design of the space. Layers of lighting provide the illumination for every one of the room’s functions, and allow changes of mood. Lighting can also help realize your living room ideas by making the very most of the space’s architecture, highlighting objects on display and artwork and, of course, creating a beautiful element of the room in its own right. We’ve put together a selection of living room lighting ideas for rooms of every proportion and style to inspire your choices. Living room lighting ideas We have covered living room lighting ideas that are more than just about looks –…
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Home Design Ideas for Dog Owners
Whether your dog is a Pomeranian compact enough to carry in a tote bag all over town or a towering golden retriever who commands a larger footprint, the pooch deserves their own space at your home—an indoor area where they have free domain. There are numerous creative ways for dog owners to carve out a space that’s dedicated to their pets and still stylish, said Jason Nixon, an interior designer who is the co-founder of the Thomasville, North Carolina-based home décor brand and design firm Madcap Cottage. What that means depends on what your home is like—apartment living, for example, means an approach that’s different from one in a single-family…
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7 Mistakes That Make Your Living Room Feel Cold & Uninviting
A cosy, inviting space is a top priority for many, and it’s often the living room in which we want to feel the most snug. But if your living room feels cold and looks unappealing, then you’ll likely need to make some design tweaks. Good news: it’s easier than you think to fix. From incorrect lighting to not enough storage, here are the seven biggest mistakes to avoid, and expert advice on exactly how to make your living space warmer and more inviting… Mistake 1: The way you’ve arranged your furniture Choosing the right furniture is one thing, but the way you arrange it is another. The way furniture impacts…
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