Free-Spirited Charm Bohemian Decor style, aka Boho, is about as free-spirited as it gets when it comes to interior design. Picture the eclectic beauty that meets your eyes when you stroll into an Anthropologie store—artsy, vintage, and exotic. This style can be a kaleidoscope of color or neutral-based with muted hues. There is always a ...
Bringing Industry Home A mix between rustic warehouse and modern minimalism, Industrial Decor style is a great example of breathing fresh life into elements that you’d normally see in buildings zoned for manufacturing. This design style embraces all the architectural elements — pipes, concrete, metals, brick — that might otherwise be covered by drywall or ...
In an age when technology rules the world and our daily screen time often competes with the number of hours we sleep, Cottagecore comes to the rescue. This new-yet-old style of decorating combines elements of nostalgia, fairytale romance, and nature — all with a European countryside vibe. It’s cozy. It’s whimsical. And it’s all the ...
Shoring Up Style at Home DEFINING THE STYLE: Coastal decor style is everything you love about the coastal outdoors, minus the sand — unless, of course, that’s your thing and you want to include a nod to the one beach element people either love or hate. (More on that later.) Coastal decor is comfortable, easy, ...
Grand … What? DEFINING THE STYLE: If you’re asking yourself, “What on earth is Grandmillennial design?” we get it. It’s a mouthful! But what do we mean? Some describe this style as the best of two worlds: traditional decor and modern design. The aim is to create a delightfully dimensional and comfortably nostalgic aesthetic. WHERE ...
Reimagining a space in your home — whether it’s a living room, bathroom, bedroom, or even a hallway nook — can be equal parts delightful and daunting. There’s a lot to consider: How much do you want to change? Which elements should you add? Which color palette will work best? What’s “in” right now? While ...
Modern life is a visual smorgasbord, and posters are the cherry on top. In a world that’s saturated with images and messages, posters continue to hold their own as a versatile and powerful communication tool. But don’t be fooled into thinking that these paper-borne beauties are a one-trick pony. Far from it! We’re about to ...
The purpose of framing can go beyond displaying a beautiful photo or print. Whether you’re framing art for a client, family member, or yourself, you may wish to take extra steps to ensure it isn’t damaged over time. Although there are nuanced differences, “conservation framing, “preservation framing,” and “archival framing” tend to be used interchangeably ...
If you have artists in your life, you are fortunate. After all, we visually gifted folks are out there brightening up the world and you get a front-row seat to that! All teasing aside, I realize you may not know exactly which holiday gift to buy for your unique, creative person. Allow me to offer ...
Not every profession is as gear-laden as photography. But when you’re holiday shopping, that’s a good thing. Lots of photography accessories to choose from, not to mention cool photo classes and exhibits. (As opposed to the accountants and lawyers on your list, just saying.) I’ve tried to find gift ideas that range from practical to ...
Let’s say you discovered a fragile black-and-white photograph of your great-great-grandfather in the attic. Or you scored a limited-edition print at last Saturday’s flea market. Maybe you created an amazing watercolor or photograph — one of your favorites ever. Whatever the case, if you want to preserve and prolong the life of precious and unique ...
They say the first impression is the last impression. The saying holds true in many aspects of life, from business to personal relationships. And when it comes to displaying your photos or artworks on your walls, the frame you choose can make all the difference. After all, a picture frame is an integral part of ...