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55 Ways to Customize Ikea Furniture
Everybody loves IKEA but nobody wants that "out of the box" style in their home. This article lists 5 easy ways to customize your IKEA furniture and make it completely individual.
0Chiavari Chairs: History of a Beautiful Chair Throughout the Ages
The Chiavari chair is an iconic part of world history. Find out why is this article that describes a brief history of the chair and its origins, explains what style of design it belongs to and how to incorporate it into your own design. Included are lots of pictures.
2Marianne Brandt
Marianne Brandt was one of the most influential and lest recognized designers of the Bauhaus. Her iconic household wares and lights can still be bought today and yet she was never able to support herself as an artist. Discover some of her greatest contributions to modern design and learn what kept her form becoming as well known as the rest of the Bauhaus bunch.
2Understanding the Munsell Color System
A straight to the point description of Munsell's color system with explanations for the three dimensions of color: Hue, Value and Chroma as well as an easy to understand explanation of how they are catagorized.
5Jonathan Adler Style: Get the Look
Jonathan Adler deconstructed for your interior design pleasure. Discover the elements to make your room just as fabulous as Jonathan's in these easy to follow steps.
2When Your Eyelashes Turn in and Rub your Eye
Understand what how to recognize and get help when your eyelashes turn in and rub your eye. This problem is known as Entropion and while it's more common in our four footed friends, it can happen to people, too.
11How to Pick a Color Scheme
Color is the most important element in your home and yet so many people are paralyzed by indecision when it comes to picking a color scheme. This informative article explains everything you need to know to choose the best color palette for every room in your house.
4Rustic Chic
Winter is here and in full swing so why not learn how to make your time indoors and warm and cozy as possible. Discover exactly what elements you need to design and über cool Alpine Chic interior.
13DIY Pendant Lights
Making your own pendant light fixture isn't nearly as hard as you might think. This article not only tells you how to make it but also gives directions and tons of inspiration for designing your own DIY pendant light.
6Hollywood Regency Style Design
Hollywood Regency style in interior design is all about infusing a room with glamour and sophistication. This article has in-depth explanations on how to get the look along with lots of pictures so you can understand the basic elements and pull it off yourself.
9How to Use an Art Projector to Create Beautiful Interiors
Whether you're an amateur artist or home decorator, if you follow these step by step instructions you'll succeed in producing gorgeous decorated wall, furniture & more. Also, lots of inspiration and special tips on for even better results.
20Early Signs of Pregnancy Before Missed Period
Do you think you might be pregnant? This article details the symptoms of pregnancy so you'll know for sure, even before you've skipped a period.
19Decorating with Wallpaper: Projects That Use 1 Roll or Less
While wallpapering an entire room can be very costly nobody is going to go broke by buying just one role and oh, the things you can do with that one role of wallpaper! Read on for lost of inspiring and creative tips for how the get the most out of one roll or less of wallpaper.
10DIY Headboard Ideas
Discover how to make gorgeous headboards for very little money. Tips that will make you the envy of all your friends that are fun, unique and easy to do.
4Mulled Wine Recipes
Mulled wine is a delicious spiced wine drink served warm during the winter months. It's easy to make & perfect for creating a cozy feeling. Read on to learn how to make mulled wine at home.
2The Age of Enlightenment: a New Perspective for a New Age
Neoclassicism was in fact a revolt against the abundance and vulgarity of the Baroque era. It wasn't just a change in design aesthetics but also a return to what was perceived as a more pure era in terms of life's pursuits and morality. Discover how The Grand Tour and classical values changed interior design and architecture and what their lasting effects are to this day.
2The Bauhaus Designers and Their Designs
The Bauhaus era was one of the most influential in terms of modern design and architecture. With out the designers of this short lived but incredibly prolific group, the look and feel of modern design as we know it would be completely different. Learn who some of the most important designers of the is fascinating movement were.
0The Bauhaus and It's Influence on Modern Design
The Bauhaus school gave us some of our most influential designers. Discover who they were how they changed our cities, ideas about modern furniture and art. This article includes a brief history and lots of pictures.
5William Morris
Discover why William Morris is considered The Father of Interior Design. This article gives a brief history, lists examples of his most important works and shows lots of pictures.
2The Origins of Neoclassicism
A brief history of design leading up to Neoclassic style with a full explanation of what Neoclassic style is and how to distinguish it from other styles. Lots of examples of the most important building and architects and of course, lots of pictures.
6Union Jack Interior Design Trend
Union Jacks have been used in design motifs for years. Wether you'd like your rooms to looks a little edgier or more refined, this article explains how to incorporate the the Union Jack into your design schemes. Lots of Pictures for inspiration!
3Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Charles Rennie Mackintosh was a true renaissance man who was directly responsible for iconic design that is still popular today. Discover what inspired him and learn about his myriad of contributions to interior design and architecture.
0Mies van der Rohe and Lafayette Park, Detroit
Lafayette Park is one of the most beautiful areas of Detroit and it was almost entirely designed by the icon Mies van der Rohe. Discover what makes this little pocket of Motor City such a gem.
0Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Mies van der Rohe was one of the most influential designers that ever lived. Discover which contributions he made and why he is an icon of modern design in this fascinating article.
0Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Le Corbusier
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Le Corbusier are the fathers of modern design both architecturally and interior design. The article gives a brief history for both and highlights some of their most important achievements with lots of pictures.
0Le Corbusier
A brief history of Le Corbusier's life and in depth examination of his most prominent works. Discover why he's still considered one of the world's most important designers. I bet you recognize some of his furniture, too, in one of the many pictures.
1Eclecticism: Yesterday & Today
Eclectic Design is one of the most popular interior design styles today. But if you don't know how to pull it off it can look like a flea market exploded in your house. Learn what makes good eclectic design work in this informative and entertaining article.
0Building a Life and a Business in Guatemala
An interview with an expat American who's made a life for himself and his family in Guatemala. He explains the pros and cons, what to look out for and what to avoid.
2White Asparagus: How to Cook and Enjoy It (Like the Germans do)
White asparagus is the most loved vegetable in all of Germany where its considered a delicacy. spring is the time to enjoy it and this article explains how to prepare it with easy instructions.
2Heirloom Quality Christmas Ornaments or the Most Beautiful Ornaments of 2010
One of my favorite things about Christmas is decorating our Christmas tree and I always kick off the Christmas season by buying a new ornament for our tannenbaum. I am not much for your everyday ornaments that you can find in the grocery store. ...
4Rococo vs. Baroque in Interior Design
Rococo and Baroque can be difficult to tell apart. Discover what distinguishes the styles of these two important eras. This article explains how to recognize style elements of Rococo and Baroque art, architecture and furniture while at the same time explaining the history that impacted both periods.
6The Age of Exuberance: Baroque Era Design
How Baroque Design and Architecture influenced interior design back in it's own day as well as in modern times.
15Beautiful Headboard Inspirations
Discover how to make gorgeous upholstered headboards for very little money. Tips that will make you the envy of all your friends that are fun, unique and easy to do.
0Interior Design Illustrated Marker and Watercolor Techniques (learn to render)-Book Review
Book Review of Interior Design Illustrated Marker and Watercolor Techniques. This is my number one go-to book when I'm looking for advice and examples for rendering a texture, fabric or piece of furniture. Christina M. Scalise's book may have a hefty price but its worth every cent. Its almost as good as having an illustration teacher looking over your shoulder. I've given break-downs by chapter and medium.
0Beach Bum Business Ideas
In economic times such as these, sometimes you just want to pack it up and move to a warm and sunny spot. But how would you support yourself? This article lists 10 ideas to get your dream of living the easy life started.
0Domino: The Best Interior Design Book for Non-Designers
Are you thinking about redecorating your home? Of the thousands of books out there, there is only one that indispensable. This review of Domino details what's so great about it and why everyone should have a copy in their home library.
