Posts Tagged ‘fresh look’

Mixing the old with the new makes great design strategy

Posted by admin September 21st, 2009

You probably didn’t realize, when you put an ornate old picture frame next to the sleek Pottery Barn sofa in your living room, that you had your finger on the pulse of America’s design culture.
But you did.

What some interior designers call “transitional” decorating - artfully mixing contemporary pieces with vintage ones - is “the No. [...]

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5 low-cost décor ideas

Posted by admin February 27th, 2009

Give your rooms a fresh look with these easy, low-cost decorating tips.
The financial outlook may be gloomy, but your home doesn’t have to be.
Here are some budget-friendly decorating ideas from Paula Berberian of wallpaper maker Brewster Home Fashions:
• An area rug makes a room more engaging. For an affordable option, use an outdoor rug or [...]

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