HGTV and Instagram have popularized historic homes – they are photogenic, have unique architectural elements that are hard to replicate, and definitely NOT cookie cutter. If you’re in the market for a new home, buying a historic property might be an option worth considering. Let’s explore the benefits and challenges of purchasing a historic home […]
Are you like me? in the sense that you love plants but every plant that you buy dies? that’s how I used to be actually, because I used to buy the wrong plants for my home, and also very high-maintenance plants. Nobody likes high maintenance anything! LOL. Well, guess what? These 5 houseplants are easy […]
From the Root Team: —Dany Amparano White, the color white brings peace, calm, and a sense of serenity, it’s the lightest color in the spectrum and it doesn’t have a hue. White represents serenity, harmony, and balance. In a spiritual sense, this color symbolizes purity, holiness, and innocence. White, gives the perception of cleanliness and […]
Accent Furniture and Upholstery: Introduce colorful furniture pieces, such as chairs, sofas, or ottomans, in vibrant hues or patterns. Additionally, consider using colorful throw pillows, blankets, or curtains to bring a pop of color to the room. Area Rugs and Carpets: A colorful area rug or carpet that complements the existing decor and furniture will instantly brighten […]
The first thing to determine is whether the room will be primarily used for socializing, relaxing, working or dining. Then determine its secondary purpose. Is it a place to do work or homework? Is it a space for family entertainment or a room for overnight guests? If a room is large enough, you can dedicate […]
Black elements can have an impact on your decor when planned out and used wisely. If you don’t want a total renovation, you can give your space a new look with a fresh coat of paint. Use an arresting accent color like black. Consider black for floors, furniture, accent pieces and walls. You also can […]
Upcycling is taking an item destined for the trash/recycle bin and turning it into something really wonderful . Repurposing applies to items in a way that it wasn’t originally intended. You can find used items at thrift stores, your own home, garden shed or garage yard sales, curbside, estate sales as well as online at […]
A kitchen can quickly become cluttered, especially if you don’t have adequate storage space. But space can be hard to come across in a kitchen, even if you have a large kitchen. So, in what ways can you save space while utilizing all the nooks and crannies of your kitchen? Here are five space-saving ideas […]
Interior design trends tend to change quite often. It does not take long before home living spaces appear outdated (think 1970’s pink shag carpets). While you may not want to go through the time and expense of changing your interior design every year, there may be some novel ways you can update your living spaces. […]
Midcentury modern design is having a renaissance. The design concept, which came out of California in the 1950s and ’60s, is known for clean lines and contrasting colors. MCM was a limited trend that many Americans didn’t embrace. But today, there are countless online groups dedicated to collecting MCM furniture and accessories to recreate the […]
