Rahab Interior Decor

Worst & Best Color for Each Room in Your House

2014-06-20T02:44:00.001-07:00

While there probably isn't one definitive best or worst color for any specific room in your home, there are definitely some guidelines you can follow to make good color choices. In addition to considering the use of the room, you should assess the overall lighting in the room, the size of the room and your own personal color preferences before choosing a color. I would like to shares with you this tips on choosing the right color for each room of your home.

Colors for the dining room

When choosing dining room colors, earthy tones tend to be the most popular choice. Not only do these colors convey a feeling of warmth, but they are also very versatile. Using the psychology of color, colors such as red and orange tend to be stimulating and are thought to increase a person's appetite. On the other side of the spectrum, blue tends to suppress the appetite, and as such, it is often thought to be a poor color choice for a dining room.

Color for the Kitchen

When choosing colors for the kitchen, using the color of the cabinets as a guide is often the best approach, because the cabinets are among the most expensive features of the room. Popular colors to use in the kitchen include earthy tones such as brown, peach and yellow. Strong colors such as brick red can also look nice in the kitchen, especially used as an accent color along with more neutral shades.

Greens and blues are not generally thought to be the best choice for kitchen, especially in the lighter shades. However, accents of dark hunter green or blue can sometimes be used effectively. I believe that navy is also an exception "applied in lacquer to cabinetry and mixed with a warm metal like oil-rubbed bronze or brass. That combination immediately turns what is otherwise a hue that reminds me of rancid meat into a luxe and sexy backdrop perfect for whipping up some romantic meal."

Yet when it is all said and done, I am abit classicist when it comes to kitchens. "I love a tone-on-tone off-white kitchen that mixes shades of cream and taupe with the warmth of marble. It's a timeless look that can be easily updated with little effort as your tastes evolve."

Color of the Living Room

Living room colors are often best selected by taking the overall size and lighting of the room into consideration. The mood you are trying to achieve is also important. Light colors will make the room seem larger, but using dark colors is also sometimes desirable, because they can add a cozy look to a room. Warm colors, whether they are light colors like beige, cream or shades of yellow can add a warm and inviting look, while cooler colors such as gray can add a more formal appearance. Extremely intense colors such as bright red are generally not good choices for a living room, as they are too stimulating, but shades of burgundy and maroon can be used effectively.

Associated with the sky, sea, earth and fire, as well as a wide variety of shades to choose from, blue is the color of choice for RID. Partial to National Seashore and Cravin' Blue from Dutch Boy Paints, RID points out that blue paint with a gray base will have a warmer tone than a blue with a clear base. The bit of gray in the base makes these colors quite versatile, as they can pair with either cooler or warmer tones. Try them with a tangerine orange and a steely gray for a bold take on a modern and colorful living room.

Color of Bathroom

When choosing colors for the bathroom, take into consideration the overall effect you are trying to achieve. Light colors and natural shades such as light blue, seafoam green and light earthy shades have always been popular for bathrooms, because they can create a relaxing spa feeling.

However, RID believes that bathrooms are the one place that you should be dramatic, which is why he favors shades of gray for the room. "More often than not, bathrooms have little to no natural light, so why not play up the drama with a dark and moody color?” RID favorite gray is Seal Gray from Glidden Paints — it has a brown base to it which gives it a warm under glow, and it pairs beautifully with natural stone and midtone wood finishes.

Try to avoid extremely dark colors if the bathroom is small, because these colors will just make the room seem smaller. However, darker colors can be used effectively to create dramatic effects. Because the room is small, almost any color that fits your personal taste can be used effectively.

Color of Bedroom

Choosing relaxing colors such as blues, greens and light earth tones is often the best approach for the bedroom. Try to avoid bright and jarring colors such as red, bright yellow and other intense shades, at least in large areas, because they are too stimulating for a restful room such as a bedroom. However, a romantic look can be created with colors such as burgundy, peach, coral or pink shades.

Contemporary Living Room Ideas Must Try.

2014-06-20T02:23:00.000-07:00

If you happen to be a fan of modern Italian interior design, then you certainly heard of Alf Da Fre, an important brand in the field. Today we decided to show some of their ideas on minimalist and contemporary home arrangements. These particular pictures are of 10 different living-rooms, all having a well determined personality. We enjoy the use of colors that stand out in some of the interiors, however remaining subtle. You will also notice some ideas in black and white, and we are happy to share them with you. Some details are worth mentioning, such as the pillows meant for seating, the original lamps and of course a lot of decorating items that can easily attract one’s attention. Which one do you prefer?

Living Room Design Ideas

2014-06-20T02:08:00.000-07:00

The living room is the most popular place in a house for the entertainment of guests, and where families come together to end their day, relax after a long workweek or to enjoy a television program together. In most cases this room is on the main level of a home and sees a lot of activity. This is why it is imperative that this area to be decorated and made into a friendly atmosphere to ensure the comfort of visitors. When planning a living room design, the first and most important factor to decide is the purpose of the room. One thing to remember when designing your living area is that you have to be comfortable in the room and like the style since you will most likely be spending a lot of your time in the room. Finally here are a few living room design ideas that will really get you in touch with the style that you want. Be Inspired.

Exceptional Living Room Wall Decors

2014-04-28T00:02:00.001-07:00

When we look on the walls we have at home, whichever part of the house it may be – if we are not mistaken, the first decor we see are photo frames we have with pictures of our family members. But of course, if you are just like us and some other decor and Architecture buffs, we enjoy adding wall decors that come in different shapes, sizes, materials and colors that not only interest us, but our house guests as well.

For today, we have a list that might interest you into adding a few trinkets that may look like the photos we will be showing you, or some other random item you see in one of those favorite Sunday thrifting or bazaars you come across; especially that it’s the holiday season, we believe there are more interesting things than in any season of the year. Time to show off Unique Living Room Wall Decors we have collated which pretty much caught my attention, I hope it will be the same for you, check it out!

8 Ideas to Decorate a Modern Living Room With Throw Pillows

2014-04-27T23:46:00.000-07:00

Throw pillows are the easiest way to decorate a space. It could either be purchased ready-made but it can also be handmade which would allow anyone to give more personality to the throw pillows. We have featured some throw pillows here on Home Design Lover but it would be better if you take a look at some living areas that are decorated with modern throw pillows.

We have gathered interiors of modern living rooms with creative throw pillow usage. These throw pillows also have modern designs both in plains and prints. So if you are looking for our ideas on how to decorate your modern living room with throw pillows, you will no doubt get that from this lovely this we have today. Now scroll down and be amazed of this neat living room round-up!

Elegant African Living Room Design

2014-04-27T23:34:00.002-07:00

African decor can be dynamic, creative and pretty much inspiring. Colours can be evocative of the sunburn earth, deep verdant rainforests, softly wistful savannah plains, burnt orange African sunsets and pinky-purple sunrises, crazily energetic and vibrant market places. And let us not forget the graphic concepts of black and white.

You can scour galleries and even weekend flee markets for original artwork from the locals of Africa; and visiting these places will be something you won’t regret for sure. Today, we will be showing you contemporary versions of the 11 Awesome African Living Room Decors and we are sure that you will be amazed at how much history each item has. Have fun!

Home Decoration ( Traditional Room Setting)

2014-03-11T01:42:00.002-07:00

With a beautiful veranda on the exterior, they wanted their interior foyer to be very inviting. Closets were not in abundance in older homes, so we added an armorer from Rustic and changed our handles to create a unique look.
The window treatment, in layers of sheer and printed fabric is a French clip complimented by a decorative scroll rod. The rod is perfect for letting us still see the detailed moldings around the window.

A beautiful Victorian lamp from Vintage Verandah gives the entrance a glow, welcoming anyone coming to visit. We thank Gordie and Carla for asking us to help put the finishing touches on their beautiful home.

Clients objective was to bring a contemporary shabby chic atmosphere to a traditional room setting. To divide the living and dining areas from the hall we added a bulkhead and columns with raised panels framing the interior setting with crown moldings, giving the clients a whole new look.

Make Your Children’s Bedroom Larger Using Bunk Beds.

2014-03-11T01:29:00.001-07:00

There is a room in our homes that is specified for our children. When it comes to be one child in the room, you will find it easy to furnish it without caring about the space in your child’s bedroom because all what you need is just one bed, desk and other small items that your child may need. But what is going to happen when you have two children or more? How are you going to prepare your children’s bedroom?

2014 Bedroom Trends Must Love

2014-03-06T23:18:00.003-08:00

The bedroom; one of the most sacred rooms of the house and one of the rooms where we spend the most time (even if it’s to merely sleep). It can also be one of the few room where you can design and decorate it to meet your particular tastes, and not have to worry what Tom, Dick and Harry thinks, as they’ll never see it. For couples, there needs to be a balance, a juggling act, sacrificing personal extremes and coming to an agreement on a design that works for both.

The beautiful dandelion example below, to me, speaks something about me and my life. It is more than a nice looking picture; and this is what to aim for within this trend, which will be a popular one for 2014.

Natural Materials

Natural tones, wood features, metals, stone & brick. These are all in for 2014. Use natural tongue and groove wooden panels, brick or brick veneer for walls (like the photo above). Use natural materials as features in the room such as the room below, where Murphy Code have used chunky thick planks of wood, showcasing the natural grooves and curves, which jumps out from the bed as a feature on the wall behind, weaved around well place sconce lighting: Loving it. It’s a trend which will be seen throughout the entire house in 2014, and the bedroom won’t miss out on this one.

Rustic

Rustic, natural and rugged. As with the cool soft design from Australia below, this is about using country materials and colors. Natural accessories such as the branches (Silver Birch or painted white?) in the photo below, adds a real rustic feel to the room. Similar to the point above, but edging more towards a house in the country as opposed to a city apartment. That raw, natural, rustic feel to a room will be a solid trend through 2014 and beyond.

Hotel Influence

Some will loathe this one, but hotel style bedrooms are edging their foot through the door of home bedroom design. Look for large roomy beds, extravagant, yet universal headboards, bringing in the practical elements such as bedside lighting, table and chairs and large windows to let in a lot of natural light.

Look for luxurious hotel designs and not cheap tacky motel style rooms. Lighting is one of the most important factors in affecting the mood of people, and that’s where the soft mood lighting of hotel rooms work. Add some plants and greenery to add an extra warm homely inviting atmosphere.

Among other that you will see here below. Pick one and apply in your bedroom to trend in 2014.

Modern Bedroom Ideas

2014-02-25T05:15:00.000-08:00

This is very important for you to make your bedroom as comfortable as you want it to be. There are so many details that you need to pay attention to get the comfort thing in your bedroom. The bedroom accessories are very important for you to make your bedroom looks livelier. This is a very great thing to fill your room with the accessories. There are so many kinds of accessories that you can find on the store.

The accessories will be very good to make your room more full. They are not just accessories, they have function that can make your room looks beautiful and it will complete the accessories theme. You can find the accessories can also be found on the online store. There are so many online stores sell the accessories for your bedroom need. This will be very easy now to get all the things that you need by using internet. Simply order them, from the bedroom up to the small stuff for your bedroom.

So, what are you waiting for? Fill your room with all the most favorite accessories that you love. The accessories will make your bedroom looks great and also feel so lively.

Kitchen Islands with Dining Area Making Kitchen Design More Functional

2014-02-20T00:21:00.001-08:00

Modern kitchen islands and peninsula designs blend attractive materials, beautiful form and practical function. Used for food preparation, dining and entertaining, small or large extensions and bar tables give appealing look make modern kitchen design more comfortable and multifunctional.

Modern kitchen islands and peninsula designs with a dining area turn even small kitchen interior into convenient and stylish living spaces. Kitchen island extensions and bar table with high stools or bar chairs add contemporary flair and luxurious feel to modern kitchen design.

Here is a collection modern kitchen design ideas gorgeous modern kitchen islands and kitchen design with a peninsula and a dining area for large and small kitchens, that may inspire and help to find the best interior design solution for your kitchen interior, and transform it into pleasant and comfortable, multifunctional and inviting space.

Small Kitchen Remodel Cost Ideas.

2014-02-20T00:04:00.000-08:00

Making a model of kitchen is needed a cost. To make the beautiful, pleasant, elegant kitchen, someone may lose a lot of money to remodel their kitchen. Especially for women, they usually think that kitchen is a primary room for their daily activity. Women frequently need a best model of kitchen. They can spend their money to making their kitchen beautiful and elegant. The women usually spend their time to make their creativity in their kitchen. So they need a good and elegant kitchen that filled by a set of kitchen equipment, such as oven, mixer blender, bread toaster, stove and etc. they usually also want the best table and cupboard for their kitchen. Although, they can spend their money to remodel their kitchen, kitchen remodel cost is a thing that must be given a big attention when they want to remodel their kitchen.

For kitchen remodeling of course need a cost. The key to not blowing the kitchen remodel cost is careful planning. Planning is first step when someone will do something. Build a house need a planning, going to university need a planning, cooking need a planning, and remodel kitchen also need a panning. Careful planning is the beginning of the success. So, if you want to make your kitchen remodel being success you need a careful planning, before you redecorate your kitchen. To make careful planning you have to list of most important thing for your kitchen. After you list important thing of the kitchen, second steps is listing your necessity from your kitchen. You may exist thing that still can be used and throw or repair the thing that broke. To create a good remodeling you must think about the thing that you need not think the thing that you want. By thinking the need, you can create the good and efficient kitchen.

To create a good kitchen design, big cost is not very important. The important thing is how can your kitchen look elegant, beautiful efficient and also functional. The kitchen remodeling can be created by cheap cost but elegant result. They way of it is never throw the kitchen equipment than still can be used, and to create beautiful design for you kitchen you may decor your kitchen with the natural flower, or some plant that you like

Kitchen is the most important part of the house. Kitchen provides family meal in every eating time. So, comfortable kitchen has been being attention I every family. To create the comfortable kitchen in every time is needed the remodeling. To remodel your kitchen, of course you need a remodel kitchen cost. Kitchen remodel cost will spend your money if you don’t have careful planning. So, to make your money save you have to plan well when you want to remodel your kitchen. Don’t throw an existing and useful thing, but repair and make it beautiful. Expensive cost is not indicating the efficiency and modernity. Cheap cost is not always has a cheap quality, we can create the cheap to be an elegant, and good quality kitchen.

Kitchen Remodelling

2014-02-19T23:42:00.000-08:00

The project included the removal of an existing laundry and storage closet in order to create a space for a casual dining area. The narrow space that was originally the butler’s pantry is now a spacious bar area, and the central island houses the sink, completing the kitchen work triangle. Located next to the range is a cottage style window from Pella that replaced the small window over the sink and allows access to the exterior herb garden. The new layout of the kitchen creates an open environment in which family, friends, and guests can easily interact.

Which do you like more...Before or after....Let Remodel your kitchen today. Call us now.

Affordable House/Room Makeover

2014-02-14T00:35:00.000-08:00

Are you looking to Makeover your room or house even your closet at an affordable price? living in the same house with same theme for years can be very boring. Instead of spending a fortune on redecorating the entire room, I want to tell you how you can freshen up a room while staying within a budget, by decorating with new accessories. Below are some of my top tips:

Decide on your budget and picture what you would like it to look like in the end. Your goal is to keep the major furniture of the room the same and decorate around it to give it a new feel. For example, adding new bedding and accessories can dramatically change the look of a bedroom. If your current furniture does not match your new theme, think about painting or staining the furniture rather than buying new.
Make a list of the changes you need to make to accomplish your look. One thing that makes a huge impact to any room is a new paint color. Popular paint concepts include an accent wall or faux frames for a pop of color. The item which has the second most impact on a room is fabrics. From window treatments to pillows to bedding, new fabrics can change the entire look of a room. Add some colorful, patterned pillows to solid sofas, or change out long drapes for a hanging valance to lighten a room.
Once your paint and fabric changes are made, it’s time to shop for new accessories like pictures, lamps and candles. Shopping smart is a major part of staying within your budget so try “bargain” stores like Home shopping Center, Orca Deco among others stores if your living in Dar es Salaam

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Living Room Interior

2014-02-14T00:29:00.001-08:00

The Living room was redone and In addition to adding crown molding and re-painting the room, we added an sunburst mirror over mantle, roll down area rug, mirror and floor lamps to pull the room together see for yourself what happened.

Office Before and After

2014-02-14T00:24:00.000-08:00

See the images below on how you can transform your home office today.

After

Do you like it before or After?

Beautify The Living Room with Wallpaper Design

2014-02-04T05:05:00.002-08:00

On this occasion, we will discuss how to make the living room a unique design using wallpaper. As we know, the current is so well known, and many designers and homeowners are trying to Beautify The Living Room with Wallpaper.

Accent Wallpaper for White Wall Living Room Interior Design Red Flower

Wallpaper Designs available in the market are very diverse, there are patterns in the form of small to large, from neutral colors to bright colors. Wallpaper is one of the most easily applied interiors in all types of homes, we only need to adjust the pattern and color of the wallpaper with the atmosphere of our home, especially if installed in the living room. The living room you definitely look more attractive with wallpaper.

Beautify The Living Room decoration with Wallpaper Design

There are types of Semi-Permanent Wallpaper, which can be easily removed and moved to another place, it would certainly be easier for you to beautify your home spaces. Here are some design living room using wallpaper, which is certainly all designs will captivate you.

Living room design trends 2014

2014-02-04T04:55:00.000-08:00

Thinking of updating your living room? We've scoured the shops to bring you the hottest new living room trends for 2014, so you can find a stylish new look that suits your style.

How Decorative shelves Turn empty Wall into Storage

2014-02-03T00:14:00.003-08:00

Decorating a home is undeniably something any homeowner can do through numerous ways and using decorative wall shelves is one of the ways. The shelves, being the decorative types of shelf, can offer more than one functions when you use it in your room. For instance, the shelves can provide you with a space you can place stuffs on and in addition, being the decorative types of shelf, they can also offer a way to beautify the room. The shelves themselves come in varying captivating designs and in addition, the shelves are also in varying alluring colors. The decorative shelves can include, for instance, one with a unique design that resembles a snake, thus, it gives your room an exceptionally interesting look on one of its corners.

Aside from including the said decorative shelves, the range of shelves you can include into the said category also covers shelves made from stone with various carved images on them. The shelves, of course, are great for those who have highly artistic natures and of course, the decorative shelves are not the only shelves included in the range. In fact, aside from shelves which are made from stone, shelves made from various other materials such as hardwood, plastic, or even metals are also amongst the decorative shelves. In addition, the array of decorative wall shelves available today also include shelves in varying captivating colors that can definitely make your room look captivating once you place the shelves on the wall.

Wall shelves turn empty walls into a great place to store and show off your things.In fact, you can also use the shelves to place candles or even photos to make your room look even more captivating aside from using them as storage for other items you usually store in shelves. There are varying decorative wall shelves to choose today and in addition, you can also use the shelves in varying ways to create a captivating room by choosing the right shelves to use today.

IKEA Wardrobe Brochure for 2014

2014-02-02T23:54:00.000-08:00

Getting out of bed is hard. But with plenty of storage for all your clothes and smart ways to organize them, getting ready is no problem – even on the sleepiest of mornings. And that means you can put off the getting up part just a little bit longer. Click here to see affordable prices for 2014.

The most amazing design for your wardrobe. Follow the link for the goodies.

IKEA Kitchen Catalog 2014

2014-02-02T23:38:00.003-08:00

A kitchen is more than a set of cabinets and doors – it’s the heart of your home. So we think it makes sense to dream big, whether it’s floor to ceiling cabinets or counter tops that never end. That’s why we make sure our kitchens are affordable. And why we offer lots of help along the way – from planning it to putting it together at home. Because with IKEA kitchens, it’s all possible. And aren’t dreams more fun when they come true? Get the catalog Click Here

Contemporary Living Room Ideas of Modern Italian Interior Design

2014-02-02T23:02:00.000-08:00

Your living room will be a place for family or friends to sit and visit, so a special effort should be made to create a comfortable harmonious environment. Usually this is the first room you see upon entering your home, it is also a room that must show well and in most cases carry more than one function such as a playroom, office and even a dining room.

If you happen to be a fan of modern Italian interior design, then you certainly heard of Alf Da Fre, an important brand in the field. Today we decided to show some of their ideas on minimalist and contemporary home arrangements. These particular pictures are of 10 different living-rooms, all having a well determined personality. We enjoy the use of colors that stand out in some of the interiors, however remaining subtle. You will also notice some ideas in black and white, and we are happy to share them with you. Some details are worth mentioning, such as the pillows meant for seating, the original lamps and of course a lot of decorating items that can easily attract one’s attention. Which one do you prefer?

Wooden Bathtub – Laguna Spa

2014-02-02T22:43:00.000-08:00

Are you ready to see the a bathtub that can take your breath ? This is what I’ve felt when I saw this Wooden Bathtub. Its wide rim and the overflow integrated therein enable the tub to be filled brimful. Excess water will then gurgle pleasantly away between the pebbles. This system gives you the possibility to relax your neck and head in warm water pure bliss after a tiring day! The wide rim, which one can also sit on, makes getting in and out an easy matter. The wood veneers are compressed together under high pressure and saturated with resin which excludes any possibility of wood spikes, water saturation or other wearing signs. You can find more info about this Wooden Bathtub here.

Couple Bath Yin Yang: Sharing Your Bathtub Without Actually Sharing It. Enjoy

2014-02-02T22:35:00.000-08:00

Discovered on Technabob, Yin Yang Bathtub for couples is the optimal choice for those of you who feel like sharing their bathtubs without actually sharing it, a magnificent couple bath. A little bit confused? We all know that the time you spend with your significant other is precious and that every moment counts. But comfort and relaxation are both, essential. Yin Yang bathtub is something you don’t get to use everyday. First, it’s super expensive. It costs $55,000 and you can get more info about it from here. Second, it keeps you away from your love. If these make you say: “Nope, not for me” then what could possibly make you change your mind? Let’s start with this: it provides you just the right amount of intimacy (the “you space”) while allowing you to enjoy the company of your honey-bunny.

It’s a different type of couple’s therapy, encouraging to do as many things as possible together while promoting the idea of “being together, yet minding your own business”. “Each bather has her/his own bathing water. Temperature, bathing additives and the colour of the light can be chosen individually. Also in terms of hygiene, the separation of the bathing water is an optimal solution. If a single person books a bath, only half of the water quantity is needed.” The shape is reminiscent of the Chinese symbol Yin and Yang, expressing the constant change of the opposites. On top of that, you get to feel the musical vibrations in every fibre of your body and enjoy the excellent combination of the rainbow colours in your tub.

Distinguished Sofas and Arm Chairs with a Touch of African Print.

2013-12-19T05:00:00.003-08:00

This is just some photos of a fresh and chic collection of chairs. The Xalcharo Chair Collection encompasses a selection of unique armchairs, patterned and displaying a vibrant and elegant color palette. As described by KMP Furniture, the chairs appear to be fresh and unique: “Great attention to detail along with unparalleled craftsmanship is combined to create these electric patterns. Carefully fitted and hand stitched to perfection : an application performed by experience upholsters to transform these pieces to works of art. The exquisite needlework by threads of silk of vintage fabrics that are dating over 100 years old, carefully integrated with solids to transcend a story. It is a new way to see furniture sculptural pieces that are alive, colorful, transcending emotions of happiness , sadness, celebrating embroidery and craftsmanship with a nostalgic dwell on the past… No two pieces are alike.” Now it’s time for you to choose your favorite chair in this collection. Share your favorites in the Facebook comment section below.