The kitchen has always been my happy place. I love making weekend treats or a delicious meal for my family to enjoy. Over the last 13 years my husband and I have lived in a lot of different style homes. Some kitchens I have loved and others I found difficult to work in. What makes a kitchen design work has very little to do with what tile you choose and everything to do with how the kitchen functions. Before you start choosing the aesthetics, its important to establish your kitchen layout. Finding a kitchen layout that works for you along with a great design aesthetic will create a beautiful and functional kitchen for you to enjoy for many years to come.
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Spacing Planning Like A Designer
Space planning is so important in good design and it all starts with measuring your room correctly. As a designer, I often get questions about furniture layout and how to space plan effectively. The first thing you want to do is measure your room so you can figure out the right scale of furniture. This step should never be overlooked! You could find the “perfect” furniture pieces only to bring them home and they don’t fit in your space properly, leaving you frustrated. When measuring your space, think like a professional and go beyond just measuring the length and width of your room. I am going to show you how to space plan like a designer plus I’ve included a helpful guide on measuring your room correctly.
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Rug Layering Tips & Tricks
You Often Hear Designers Talking About How Important Layering Is In Your Home. Layers Creates Depth And Makes A Room Feel Pulled Together. It’s What Sets Those Pinterest-Worthy Rooms Apart From Others. Layering Can Feel A Little Intimidating So I Am Sharing Some Tips To Help Guide You In The Art Of Layering Rugs.
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HOW TO: STYLING YOUR COFFEE TABLE
If you search living room decor on Pinterest, chances are you've seen some beautiful spaces with perfectly styled coffee tables. Styling the coffee table in your home doesnt have to be a challenge anymore. Just follow our 5 easy steps to get that designer look for your coffee table right now. It's easier than you think!
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I love being in my kitchen, I think in another life I would have been a pastry chef. I love making yummy treats or a delicious dinner for my family to enjoy. The sights, the smells, I love it all. My husband and I have lived in a lot of different style homes over the last ten years. Some kitchens I have loved and others I found it hard to work in.
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Have you seen a new trend you want to experiment with? Pillows are an inexpensive way to change the look of your room and try out new trendy colors (like Pantone's color of the year, Greenery!).
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