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The Chaos of Inspiration

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 17:03:24 -0500

Inspiration is derived from imperfection. In this lack of truth, we can find the freedom to grow

Spartan Home Decor

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 17:02:16 -0500

What can the movie '300' tell us about decorating our homes?

Strategic Basement lighting

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 16:51:56 -0500

Different ways to use light and illumination in your basement

Using Psychology of Color To Design The Optimum Bedroom

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 16:48:50 -0500

There are subtle cues that we all derive from color, which can cause us to feel one way or another.

Basic Kitchen Decorating Ideas

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 16:47:18 -0500

everything you need to know (well almost) to decorate your kitchen

Basic kids room decorating ideas

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 16:40:40 -0500

Some basic and simple ideas you can use to decorate a kids room

Stone Bathroom Tiles A Complete Stone Bathroom Tile Resource

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:48:55 -0500

The inherent properties of natural stone tiles make them a perfect fit for most bathroom renovations. They are durable, resistant to wear and stains, they come in a wide variety of colors and finishes, and there are many different types of stone available. The fact that it is a natural material helps to create a connection between your home and the outside world, and with the many options it makes available to your project, natural stone can allow you to carve a custom look into its natural beauty, and apply it to create a bathroom which is totally unique. However, there are many things you have to consider when choosing to utilize natural stone in a renovation.

Laundry Room Decor A tale of space management, and accent beauty

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:48:33 -0500

The design of your laundry room depends on the amount of space you have, and the requirements of that space. By necessity it must be a functional room, its very name spells out its purpose. However most laundry rooms are small, leaving little space for decorative considerations. That is why it is important to use creativity, and the full range of room elements, in order to develop an attractive design for this setting.

Bathroom Decorating Ideas Dress Your Mess For Less

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:48:11 -0500

Decorating your bathroom certainly can be a daunting challenge. This refuge of refuse is by its very nature, unsavory. However it is not a lost cause, there are things you can do to improve the appearance of this room, and even make it a pleasant location.

Home Library Decorating Building a Library for Your Home

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:47:59 -0500

Having a library in your home can lend it a certain sense of sophistication. It is a sign of refinement, intelligence, and prosperity. Unfortunately, building a library is too expensive, and too difficult; its way beyond the means of any normal family home, right?

Kid's Construction Paper Room Decor

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:47:22 -0500

A persons creativity is the limit of their world, and the further their mind can reach into the impossible, the further they will be able to travel in life. Children have incredible imaginations, and this is a trait that should be encouraged as much as possible. One way to do this is by letting them interact with their environment, through the use of construction paper room decor.

Decorating Kid's Rooms Organization and Inspiration

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:46:29 -0500

The most important things to consider when designing a room for a child are organization, and stimulation. Trying to keep a child's room neat and organized is an almost impossible task and you should take any advantage you can to help with this process. By designing the room in such a way that messes are automatically funneled into their proper place, you can avoid extra work. On the other hand, you don't want your child living in a blank, stark space, with little or no stimulation. This room is the child's home, and it will influence their minds as they grow. It should be interesting enough to keep the child's mind active and imaginative.

Kitchen Decorating Ideas Kitchen Islands

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:46:07 -0500

A new trend in kitchen decorating is mobile decor, the art of having semi-permanent structures in this room, which can be rearranged or removed depending on the task being undertaken. The kitchen island is the ultimate form of this philosophy, combining shelf space and accessory storage, with the freedom of total mobility.

Small Kitchen Tables Part 1 - Occasional Tables, Side Tables, and Mobile Decor

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:45:47 -0500

Not everything in the kitchen has to be an immovable fixture. The best possible organization for a given event may be unique from any other, requiring a quick and easy way to rearrange the layout in the room in order to make it as efficient as possible. Small kitchen side and occasional tables are light and unobtrusive. They fit seamlessly into an arrangement, pushed up against a corner or nestled beside a counter, yet are portable enough that they can be easily moved into and out of storage. Unobtrusive and useful, these tables also provide you with an infinite number of possibilities, giving you the freedom to fully customize your kitchen on a day to day basis, letting it evolve with whatever needs arise.

Kitchen Decorating Ideas Marble Kitchen Accessories - A Chemical Mess

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:45:14 -0500

Marble has a problem when it comes to kitchens that is built directly into its chemical structure. The result of the metamorphism of calcite, it is intrinsically a base. This means that any contact it has with an acid will cause a chemical reaction that may result in a stain. In the kitchen, acidic foods such as tomato sauce, and various fruits, are commonly used, putting marble in constant risk of being stained. This makes most marble kitchen accessories an intrinsically bad idea.

Rustic Kitchen Decor Natural, primitive, simple styles, that will evoke nostalgia in any kitchen

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:44:47 -0500

On one hand, rustic decor can refer to a simplicity that recollects a less modern world. This decorative scheme is marked by uncomplicated form, and components, which are often left in a natural unfinished state. The other definition for rustic decor refers to a style which draws a primitive power from natural materials. This form emphasizes a connection with the earth, with vegetation, with stone, and with wood. The following article discusses both of these interpretations as applied to a kitchen setting.

Psychology of Colors Kitchen Colors, and the Subconscious

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:44:16 -0500

By Joey Lewitin

The effect of color on a persons subconscious mind has been a subject studied by psychologists for many years. While findings tend to indicate that the effect of color is not the same in every society, they have found that within a single society, color can be a generalized, and powerful force. By educating oneself about the nature of various colors and how they are perceived in your own society, you can harness their full power when decorating a space; creating settings that not only impress, but actually uplift people’s emotions. The following are the general effects of color on the perceptions of Americans, and some tips on how to use these colors to influence the minds of the people in your kitchen in a positive manner. It is always important when studying such properties, to pay attention to your own reactions, as your individual feelings may not fall into the mainstream nature of the society around you.

Basement Decorating Ideas Turning your Basement into a Romantic Retreat

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:43:18 -0500

The basement is a dark secluded area, with a lot of open space, and very little use. It is difficult to know what to do with it. One option, is to turn the dark isolation, into gently lit seclusion, where you can retreat from the worry's of a day into a world of romance, created by you.

Basement Decorating Ideas Making Use of Wasted Space

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:42:23 -0500

By Joey Lewitin

The basement doesn’t have to be just another wasted space, good for little more than clutter and storage. You can use the nature of the basement to your advantage. The dark, reclusive ambience of the setting may make it seam isolated and uninviting, but it is those elements that make the basement the perfect intimate escape. By being dark, out of the way, and slightly closed in, the basement has all of the elements of a romantic, or self indulgent escape from every day worries. With a few decorative accents and some creative lighting, the basement can be transformed into a very useful space.

Working With Your Basement's Decor Instead of Fighting It

joey lewitin — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 13:36:00 -0500

Generally, basements have a dark unfinished look that makes them an uninviting area of the home. Considering this, it can be difficult to find a way to make the basement a useful and attractive space. However, the rough unfinished elements of this room make it the perfect setting for a rustic and natural decorative scheme. In this way the negative aspects can be strategically used to enhance the power of the ambience you are trying to create.