Decor Styles

You don't have to replace cabinets, countertops, and appliances to give your kitchen a fresh, updated look. Instead, give it a facelift with these less expensive designer secrets!

Every home has mirrors of varying types. They are not only decorative, but they also make spaces appear larger than they really are. Whether wall-mounted, decorative, floor, panel, or dressing, a...

Leave the world of restrained, perfectly matched interiors to the catalogs and architecture magazines. Injecting whimsical decor into your home gives it color, energy and personal style. You can...

The French evoke a way of life that is carefree, celebrates life, good food, and above all, a rich sense of history. Whether it's the effortless understatement of a Parisian apartment to the...

Great kitchen decor starts from the ground up. Having a general idea of what kind of home kitchen decor you are looking for is essential before you start any type of work. A warm kitchen can make...

Feng Shui is a Chinese design approach based on the concept of chi. Chi is an energy that flows through everything and everyone. Bedrooms and other Feng Shui living spaces are designed in such a...

Looking for some good primitive decor ideas but just can't seem to come up with any? Primitive decor has influenced many different decor styles. Here's how to find great primitive decor ideas.

Pottery Barn has a unique but recognizable style, which usually comes with a big price tag. Most of us love the look, but can't really afford to indulge at those high prices. So what do we do?...

Heirloom wood crafts are as much about the long-term preservation as they are about the original workmanship itself. Conservators examine each masterpiece recording pertinent information like the...

Marbles are a great thing to collect but there is other ways to use marbles, such as for decorative purposes. In this article I will give you different ways to use marbles in your home.

Model cars and trains lend a tactile and authentic touch when decorating a child's bedroom with a transportation theme in mind. An added bonus is that the cars and trains can double as toys. With...

Buying dinnerware involves many considerations--the dishes' material, intended usage and how the dishes match the interior of the home. There are many different dish choices on the market today...

Finding a bedroom style for a teenage girl doesn't have to be hard. Show them some pictures of different teenage girl bedroom styles and let them choose their favorites. This can be the starting...

Shower curtains are one of the vital bath accessories. The biggest challenge to buying shower curtains is that not everyone knows what they are looking for in a shower curtain. This is one of...

The simplicity and peacefulness of Asian interiors make them a popular and pragmatic choice for a bedroom. When done correctly they invoke a sense of calmness. Although many websites offer...

Bungalow style houses are small and sometimes hard to decorate. When you have a small space it can be hard to make it fashionable and functional. This gets even harder when you have kids and kid...

There's a sense of nostalgia that comes with decorating any home in '50s style. Watching a classic television show like "Leave it to Beaver" lets you glimpse an era of the stay-at-home wives and...

Pink bathrooms skyrocketed in popularity in the 1950s after Mamie Eisenhower decorated the White House presidential residence in the color. Once it fell out of fashion in the 1960s, many people...

Create the simplicity of a Colonial room by bringing together pieces from early America. While Europe was immersed in the baroque style, Americans were forging their lives in a harsh environment....

Southwestern design is rich in vibrant, nature inspired colors, handmade pottery and rough textures. No room is complete without lighting, so accentuate your Southwestern style with lighting...

The American West has inspired traditions and styles in all areas of American culture, not the least of which is architecture and interior design. Western interior design focuses on bringing the...

Have you ever fantasized about living in a Gothic home? Imagine a large impenetrable structure standing with two towers, and surrounded by a moat. Picture a castle made of stone and intricate...

Many enjoy having a seasonal wreath displayed on their front door. These wreaths can be changed with the season, and will add color to the entrance of a home. Wreaths can be decorated with items...

Room design and decor involves not only visual appeal but also functionally. Plans for designing a room must include organization, storage, purpose of space and visual factors. When rating a room...

Although the Danish Modern furniture movement had its heyday in the 1940s, '50s and '60s, the sleek, comfortable wooden furniture remains popular today, found in homes, offices, shops and museums...

If you have a small room in your home or you live in an apartment, you may feel a bit closed in. Sure, you can implement the principles of Feng Shui interior design; However, a few simple design...

Twig railings add to a rustic décor. They are used often in ranch and log cabin style settings. Western décor often takes advantage of a twig railing on porches and decks. Twig railings...

Whether you are building a new house, or remodeling an existing one, it is easy to study various decorating ideas to get a sense of the interior design style that you want in your home. Take a...

Decorating your kitchen with a rose theme can create a shabby chic style. Choose which rose color you want to use, such as yellow, pink or red, or decorate with several shades. Use...

Often the center of a living or family room is the fireplace. As the focal point of the room, the fireplace should set the mood for the décor. Fireplace mantels can be simple and rustic or...

Australian country crafts, like American folk art, reflect a rural lifestyle. Inspiration comes from the rustic surroundings of the countryside, and products are traditionally handmade. Country...

When decorating with a 50s-style flair, use vintage and antique pieces for an authentic look. Interior designers of the 1950s embraced bright hues, over-the-top wall decor, shiny embellishments,...