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Trina Turk Bedding

2013-05-19T17:14:00.000-07:00

Simply changing your bedding to keep up with the seasons is the key to keeping your bedroom fresh and stylish. With summer quickly approaching, now is the time to store your winter bedding until next year. I've just discovered the bright colors and fun designs of the contemporary artisan brand Trina Turk. And as luck would have it, Zinc Door is currently offering 15% off Trina Turk bedding

Honoring IKEA EXPEDIT

2013-05-16T04:30:00.000-07:00

Oh, IKEA EXPEDIT, how I love you. Probably one of the most versatile pieces when organizing and re-designing on a budget, this sleek piece is one of my go-to pieces for clients. It’s truly a classic. Here’s why: • It’s affordable. • It's surprising well made for IKEA. • It comes in a variety of sizes. • The simple cube design makes it an easy match with existing décor. •

Refresh Your Home Decor in Minutes

2013-05-09T10:36:00.000-07:00

Even the most beautifully designed room can start to feel tired without some seasonal refreshing. Bring in the energy of spring and summer into your home with these five minutes makeovers! 1. Showcase Flowers in Bloom Nothing carries the spirit of spring into your home better than fresh cut flowers. Take advantage of new blooms in your yard or pick up a colorful bouquet at your local

Find Your Style, Reap Rewards

2013-05-02T10:53:00.001-07:00

Take the Roomations Style Quiz and receive $100 to use towards any design package. Trying to identify and describe your own personal design style can be tough - especially with confusing design terms like "contemporary" and "modern" meaning different things to different people. That's why Roomations invented a fun, image-based design quiz to help you find your interior design style! If you

The Right Light: Incadescent, CFL and LED

2013-04-25T12:00:00.000-07:00

Oh, great! Your light just went out and you do not have a replacement handy. When you get to the store you are overwhelmed by all of the light bulbs there are to choose from! Your worries are over, as this blog gives you a simple guide to the most common light bulbs on the market: incandescent, Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL’s), and Light Emitting Diodes (LED’s.) Old Faithful: Incandescent

5 Steps to Organize Your Bookshelves

2013-04-18T08:00:00.000-07:00

I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that you might have one or two cluttered bookshelves in your home. Or maybe you’ve flipped through a design magazine and asked yourself – why don’t my bookshelves look like that? If so, follow these five steps to organize your bookshelves in a way that would make even Nate Berkus proud. Step One: Define the purpose. A dumping ground for odds and

Founder Story: Jessica Goldberg

2013-04-16T15:57:00.000-07:00

Jessica found out first-hand how difficult interior design can be to first-time homeowners. Ever wonder who’s behind Roomations and how it came to be? Well, in a series of interviews, we’re talking to the three founders of Roomations to find out why they started Roomations and what inspires them to drive the company forward each day. This month we’re talking to Jessica Goldberg, a homeowner

Soak Up the Sun!

2013-04-03T09:30:00.000-07:00

The snow is melting, the birds are singing- spring is on the way! It is time to open the windows and take advantage of the sun’s natural supplements. It has been proven that the sun increases human happiness and is a source of vitamin D, so why not utilize this free resource? The benefits of the sun have been linked to an increase in physical growth for children, as well as higher test

Sleeper Sofa – A Perfect Choice For Your Home

2013-03-28T12:00:00.000-07:00

Whether it’s the holidays and your in-laws are coming over or you have unannounced guests coming for a surprise visit, having overnight guests can turn your home upside-down. Many people have separate guest rooms, but those who live in smaller homes or apartments may not be as lucky. That’s why having a sleeper sofa can be and advantage. With a sleeper sofa, you can have a sofa where you can

Color Basics

2013-03-21T05:23:00.000-07:00

So many colors, so little time! How do you decide between the billions of color options out there, whether you are painting a room or deciding on the perfect accessory to your outfit? This article will offer you some clarity into the world of color through an insight into how color is perceived. First, it should be noted that people perceive color differently depending on their

Stylish File Cabinets

2013-03-14T10:00:00.000-07:00

Files. Everyone has them and finding stylish storage options is not easy. After hours of searching for file cabinets for clients, this month I'm sharing stylish pieces that will motivate you to get your files in order once and for all. First, before running out to purchase file cabinets, don't forget to focus on organization: Purge existing files. Measure the amount of files you need to store.

Bicycle Storage Solutions

2013-03-09T09:08:00.000-08:00

Finding a good place to store your bicycles can be tough, especially if you live in a residence with no garage or basement as is the case for many city-dwellers. To help just about everyone dealing with more bikes than storage space, we looked at different indoor bicycle racks that can be used in your main living space, in a storage room or in a crowded garage. Our research revealed a few

Make a Lasting Impression with Your Entryway

2013-02-21T08:30:00.000-08:00

They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression. The entrance into your home is no exception to that statement. Whether you are hosting a dinner party or you are surprised by an unexpected guest, here are a few tips to help you impress your guests upon their arrival. Tip #1: Don’t forget the exterior Before ever stepping foot into your entryway, guests will see the

Fab and Functional Bins

2013-02-14T07:00:00.000-08:00

Bins, bins, bins. As a professional organizer, I’ve been known to spend the better part of an afternoon searching for just the perfect bin for a client. The quest for a stylish bin, both fabulous and functional, starts after determining exactly what needs to be stored. Once you’ve got that down, measure your space and then let the fun begin. From baskets to canvas. From metal to plastic.

A Shopper’s Guide to Wood Flooring

2013-02-01T16:03:00.000-08:00

When you stop into your local Lowe’s or Home Depot you may be surprised to see 3 different types of wood flooring: hardwood, laminate, and vinyl. So where do you begin? In this article you will find some general facts to help you decide between your many options. Some things you should take into consideration are cost, home value, and the environmental impact these products will have for years

Best Website for Buying Paint Online

2013-01-23T18:03:00.000-08:00

It seems like you can buy just about anything related to home improvement and home decor online these days ... except paint! Actually, there are a few really great online resources for paint, including websites for buying paint online. Since it can be time consuming to weed through all your options, we did the searching for you. And at the end of the day, we found YOLO Colorhouse to be the best

Getting Organized in 2013

2013-01-17T00:00:00.000-08:00

Well hello, 2013! I bet if you’re checking out this blog, getting organized was somewhere on your list of New Year’s resolutions. And while New Year’s resolutions are great way to get focused for the coming year, there is a reason why half are forgotten by mid-January. New Year’s resolutions tend to be too broad, leaving us overwhelmed and confused about where to begin. When it comes to

Urban Simplicity

2012-12-31T07:52:00.000-08:00

Korinne Kubena Belock, Founder of Urban Simplicity Korinne Kubena Belock, founder and owner of Urban Simplicity, a professional organizing company based in New York City, will be writing a series of blog posts starting in January to help you to streamline your life and make sure you stay organized throughout the New Year. Whether you are trying to balance your work and home life, running a

Style Boards Galore!

2012-12-27T11:29:00.002-08:00

Have you seen our Style Boards? Many customers have been choosing to purchase them for their rooms lately. Style Boards are a great option for you if you're looking for design direction and product suggestions without needing advice on layout for your room. These boards are also the first item you'll get when you choose a 3D Room Vision. Check out some of the wonderful style boards our

New Years Entertaining

2012-12-26T09:53:00.002-08:00

New Years is around the corner! Roomations is here to make sure you have what's needed for a festive 2013. We've put together a convenient shopping cart at Amazon.com for you to make your party a great hit. Amazon.com Widgets Hover on the images in our Amazon slideshow to view product details, including pricing, or to move on to the next slide. Click on an image to go to its product page

You Might Have an Ugly Room if ...

2012-12-16T10:28:00.000-08:00

From now until Christmas, Roomations is hosting our own variation of an ugly sweater contest - an "Ugly Room" contest! Now, we all know that no one thinks their baby is ugly, but did you know this can also be true for homes? You may have an ugly room and not even realize it (GASP!). Of course, when you bought your house you knew you'd remove the paisley wallpaper in the guest bathroom - ugly was

Sports Nursery: Part 2

2012-12-06T09:30:00.000-08:00

One of our Founders, Lakshmi, is expecting baby #1 in January! She’s now in the process of putting ideas together for her baby’s nursery room. See how she goes through the process with this second of a few posts all about a baby's nursery! Our sports nursery room is now in the process of being done! It's very exciting. See how it all got started in my last blog post. I'm 8 months pregnant

Do Not Disturb

2012-11-29T15:30:00.000-08:00

I love the feeling of stepping into a luxury hotel suite and thinking ‘ahhh yeah, I could stay here awhile.’ Are you with me? If so, let’s talk a little more about bringing a bit of that wow factor to our own bedrooms. Se Hotel First and foremost DE-CLUTTER! We acquire sooo much ‘stuff.’ While I feel good about doing my part to stimulate the economy I am the first one to admit

Basement Clean-Out

2012-11-17T12:07:00.001-08:00

I will now address not how to add things to your home, but how to remove (as many items as possible) from your home. I had the luxury of a large basement when I first moved into my condo, which made it easy to put everything non-essential in the basement to “go through later.” After a few years, I realized I had barely gone downstairs to the basement, let alone gone through the boxes of stuff

Living Room Before & After

2012-11-08T11:00:00.000-08:00

Roomations customer Marlene Henry shares her experience in her own words, including before and after photos! Our living room had been in dire need of a makeover for over a year now, since we moved into the house. So after many days of staring at the before & after pictures in the Roomations website I told my husband that we needed their help. He wasn't sure about hiring a designer online