Author Archives: Kellog Graham
Is Minimalism Going to Be the Future of Home Design?
If you’ve gotten tired of dealing with excess possessions and you wish that you could enjoy more open space in your home, then the minimalism trend might have piqued your interest. However, before diving in, you’ve probably wondered whether minimalism applies to interior design in a way that will endure in the future. Read on to learn more about minimalist design in order to decide whether it’s right for you.
Minimalism and Interior Design
Minimalism centers around the idea that less Read More...
The Art of Using Mirrors as a Design Element in Your Home
When it comes to decorating small spaces, mirrors offer the most transformative fix. They open spaces, reflect light and provide a “wow” factor. Still, there’s an art to using these statement-making pieces as a design element. So, before you start hanging mirrors in every room, keep these designer tips in mind.
Expanding a Small Room
Ask any interior designer to name one design technique that can expand a small room, and most will mention the use of mirrors for creating the Read More...
3 Key Elements Every Small Home Needs to Be Comfortable
Small homes offer a multitude of attractive benefits such as a significantly lower price tag than their 2000-square-foot counterparts, less maintenance and upkeep, and minimalist living. However, small homes may be overly romanticized on television programs, so it’s important to know what it really takes to be comfortable and thrive in a smaller space. Three key elements to making your small home comfortable are flow of air, convenience of movement and sufficient storage.
Airflow
Everything that increases air moisture in a Read More...
5 Tips for Integrating Security with Interior Design
As a homeowner, home security is a major topic. There are many products that exist to keep your home safe. An alarm system is a great way to protect your home. Camera systems are also a great way to prevent burglars from breaking into your home. However, a lot of these products are not very attractive. If you want to keep your home safe without destroying the look of the home, consider these tips.
Create Some Noise
Most break-ins happen in Read More...
Redecorating a Room? Plan it Out First
When your interior design style has changed or you’re trying to keep up with the latest trends, it may be time to redecorate certain areas of your home to make it look contemporary and appealing. Redecorating can allow you to express yourself with the decor and color shades used throughout the setting to ensure it feels like your personal space. If you’re ready to get started, there are a few ways to make a plan first to ensure it’s Read More...
Tiny Kitchen? 3 Tips to Make it Work for You
Tiny kitchens are cute, but when it comes to functionality, they can be a pain to work in. Reworking a kitchen space not only saves you time while you are cooking, but it can also add to the stylish appeal of your home. Here are three tips to maximizing your tiny kitchen and adding potential to your space.
Make Use of Your Cabinet Doors
A smart solution to storage problems within your kitchen hides inside of your cabinets. It is common Read More...
3 Ways To Make a Tiny Living Room Feel Clean and Fresh
If you have a small living room, you might feel like you’re doomed to feel boxed in by the lack of space. Tiny rooms present challenges to everyday living. You might feel overwhelmed by the clutter, or it might seem that all furniture is created for larger spaces. But there are ways to make even the smallest living room, whether it’s in a house or a small apartment, feel open and inviting. Here are some of the best tricks Read More...
How to Turn Your Tiny Garage into the Ultimate Storage Space
Your garage should serve a greater purpose than merely a dumping ground for all of the stuff that does not have a place in your home. A well-organized garage will serve a multitude of useful purposes while also being more aesthetically pleasing. The first thing you need to do before turning your garage into a prime storage space is to get rid of all of the unused clutter so that you start with a clean slate. Here are three Read More...
5 Easy and Cost-Effective Tricks for Updating a Tiny Kitchen
The kitchen is the life of your home. It is the place where the family gets together to talk, eat, and share experiences. If you have been living in your house for a while, then you may feel the need to do a kitchen update. Even if your home is not new, if your kitchen is out of date, you would do well to consider updating it’s look. A kitchen remodel can be quite expensive if it is left Read More...