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To create a charming, eclectic home, visit Sterling Place in Brooklyn, NY. With three local locations, Sterling Place has a tightly curated selection of furniture and accoutrements to make any area of your house feel finished.  Started by Brooklyn native Robert Wilson and his wife a decade ago, Sterling Place is truly a neighborhood business. The perfectly culled mix of antique and New York

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When it comes to home decor, a small change can make a huge difference. In a new series we're calling The Lovely List, we'll highlight five items that will transform an otherwise forgotten space. Today, we tackle the countertop. We love well-designed kitchen appliances and cookware. Making dinner isn't always easy, but that doesn't mean it can't be pretty. Check out these 5 items that will not

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Sometimes you just want to add a few new accents or furniture to a room; but once in awhile it's time for a big change. Why not take on five rooms at once? Dominick was ready to remodel, and jumped at the chance to find a design tailored to his tastes: "I just wanted to make sure I did it right, after living in this apartment for 10 years and thinking about what to do for so long." He also

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A home bar is a fantastic addition to any living space to help hosts entertain. With just a few key pieces, you can create an enticing hangout spot for your family and friends. We've put together a simple and practical how-to guide for curating a bar area in your home. The Bar The bar is obviously the cornerstone of your bar area, so make sure to choose one you love. The right bar

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Metallics are a great way to add individuality and conversation pieces to your home, but taking it too far can make your living room feel like Liberace's. Check out some of our favorite ways to add subtle sheen to your decor. Oddities or standing objects are the perfect places to display some shine. This telephone will really jazz up your desk or den area. Silver Metallic Ceramic Telephone,

Lauren Goldbergnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5831488589434044827.post-52188611367514651452015-09-30T17:49:00.002-04:002015-09-30T17:49:27.009-04:00

Los Angeles: a bustling city that’s both glamorous and distinctly modern. Picture a loft on the 15th floor outfitted in minimalist furniture, on-trend accessories, and abstract paintings. Roomations client Daniel knew his sense of style fit right into his urban home, but wasn’t sure how to go about making his vision a reality. He reached out to Roomations for help from designers who could

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We hear you, decorators: incorporating patterns into the home can seem daunting. Will I still love this print in five years? Will it overwhelm the room? Am I really a pattern person? We're here for you! From chinoiserie to geometrics, there's a motif out there for everyone. We implore you, don't count out an ornate ottoman or stenciled sofa just yet! Check out some of our favorite ways to place

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When envisioning a redecorated room, what do you see? A fresh set of bed linens, a new lamp that perfectly complements an end table, or perhaps a patterned rug to tie it all together? Look around...what's on the walls? It’s easy to focus your decorating energy on more functional aspects of a room. We need somewhere to relax, to dine, or to set a lamp or a book. But a key element of a

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Japanese design is beautiful and minimalist, calming and clean. Just entering a room with traditional Japanese elements can provide a sense of relaxation and comfort. Bring that spa-like zen to your home with these pieces of Japan.  Shoji Screens The beauty and simplicity of shoji screens make gorgeous room dividers, but they can be used for much more. Try customizing them to make unique

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If you're looking for truly unique pieces to distinguish your home, head over to A & G Merch in Brooklyn, NY. Their highly curated collection features goods that infuse humor and joy into one's living space without sacrificing beauty, downgrading quality, or appearing too kitschy. And they do it all at reasonable prices.  Upon entering, it's hard not to be enchanted. It smells like heaven (a

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Dreaming of new, exciting vacation destinations? Pull together these warm pieces inspired by different world cultures to give your space a little spice. I like to balance a collection of bright throw pillows with a neutral chair or sofa and an eye-catching coffee table and striped tufted ottoman. A simple gold-tone mirror in a stylized flower shape keeps attention on the more sumptuous

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The dog days of August have most of us seeing more air conditioning than sunshine. What better time to start refreshing your home for fall? Take advantage of that climate-controlled living room and start prepping your home for these new fall design trends. Sure, sitting on your couch and "visualizing" can count as planning. No judgment here. Jewel Tones A fall staple in women's

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Summer calls for fleeing to the beach, somewhere far away from sleepy offices and sweltering subway commutes. If you can't quite make it to the pastel ports of Positano, bring Italy to you! Our guide will help you turn any outdoor space into a dreamy Amalfi Coast oasis for way less than airfare.  White Patio Furniture A plush white lounge set lends an air of luxury and decadence to any

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If you're visiting your vacation home this summer, you might want to do some quick summer shopping on your way down.  Get inspired by some of the hottest summer trends to give your beach house the perfect summer re-design! Sea Glass Vases  Groupings of frosted glassware, votives and vases are all you need to create the simple, summery vignettes your space is waiting for. You'll achieve

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Welcome back, master decorators! For today's installment of Worldly Inspiration, we've scoured the market for the perfect pieces to bring the fabulous flair of Fez to your home. These Moroccan elements are sure to bring color to your world without draining all your dirham.  Door Knocker   A beautiful door knocker, like this Hand of Fatima version, can make even the smallest studio

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Living in a fast-paced city like Chicago, it's hard to find the time to slow down and enjoy the weather. This summer, I've made a huge effort to savor the moment and appreciate the little things in life. So I thought to myself, wouldn't it be wonderful to have a set of travel decor to take to the beach or bring along for a picnic? Lucky for all of us, there is plenty of stylish

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One's travels can serve as a fantastic design muse to personalize the home and help tell the resident's story. However, travel comes with some major expenses and obvious shopping hurdles (who wants to try to find packing materials and a post office while on holiday?).  Don't fret, intrepid explorers-- you can still turn your living room into a gorgeous Istanbul retreat without spending all

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Door and blinds are essential to every home because they help you maintain privacy, and provide protection to your windows and other structures outside the home. Alana Southwell, a home improvement enthusiast and All Weather Blinds content curator will give you information about home blinds every homeowner should have. Even simple homes can become stylish with just the right colour schemes,

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Alright guys--Summer is officially here! And there's no better time than today to begin freshening up your space. Much like decorating for the holidays, each season deserves some interior celebration. Since a bedroom serves as your own personal haven, it's pretty much the most important room to focus on.  When shopping for seasonal updates, I tend to buy smaller, easy to switch-out items

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Father's Day is just around the corner (this Sunday, June 21st!), so it's time to think gifts. Whether a suit-clad city guy or an overall-wearing country boy, dads have one thing in common: they love to reminisce about the good ol' days. (You're probably flashing back to all those long monologues that started with, "When I was a kid...," right? Our apologies.) This year, ditch the yearly

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Now that summer is nearly here, I've been taking plenty of walks and enjoying this unbelievable weather! On these strolls through my neighborhood, I've noticed a pattern: porches, backyards and balconies left bare. We forget that these outdoor spaces are blank canvases waiting for decoration. And as a Chicagoan, I'm taking this sunshine and running with it! It's time to start shopping! Most

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Yes! It's finally warm outside! I think we've all been waiting for the weather to perk up so we can start using our decks, patios and, most of all, start shopping for new summer decor. Now just because a new season's arrived doesn't mean you have to start completely new. To give your outdoor space a fresh, new and revitalized look, start by adding in summery themed pieces. I personally love

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Do you love throw Pillows? Throw Pillows are the easiest and one of the trendiest decorations for your home. Not only can they be transformable into different seasons of the year, but they always spice up your space without changing much of the room. Throw pillows are always in style. It can add color, texture, and pattern to your sofa, window seat, chairs, and you’re Bed. Pillows “Make

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Kilim rugs are considered the “it” rug in interior design right now. These unique, flat-woven rugs, originating from areas of Turkey, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Central Asia, are all the buzz! The style of a kilim rug generally leans towards an eclectic, bohemian room design.  BUT just about everyone is mixing these beauties into their personalized space so effortlessly.  And yes, these

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Mother’s Day seems to sneak up on many of us every year. This year, even if time is against you, there are a lot of thoughtful ways to surprise your home-décor loving mama. It’s a great opportunity to help her update her home with stylish gifts. Cuisine Tablet Recipe Holder It’s vintage and modern all at once! We all know that moms are turning more and more online to find their perfect

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