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Thanksgiving has come and gone. Which means, the holiday season is in full swing…can you believe it?! If you want to decorate your apartment for the holiday season, start as soon as you can to maximize the life of your display. Here are some holiday decorating projects to inspire you as you create a festive and joyful ambiance in your apartment.

Just because you can’t afford to hire an interior designer doesn’t mean your apartment has to look like you graduated from college last year. Decorating the perfect space is possible without a professional’s help if you employ little creativity…and a lot of DIY. Thankfully, living on a budget doesn’t mean your home has to be deprived of a great design. To help you achieve the ideal style for your new home, we’ve put together a few guidelines for having a well-decorated home without breaking the bank. These tips are simple, easy to implement, and give you flexibility in decorating the perfect space […]

Did you know light, or lack thereof, can have an effect on our moods? Lightening up your moods doesn’t need to be expensive. Just by changing some of the lights in your apartment, you can change your mood and the appeal of the space. It’s important to make sure you know the purpose of lighting up a corner in your home, which colors will suit best, and to install them in strategic positions.

Boo! Halloween has crept up on us again. If you plan to throw a Halloween party in your apartment or you just love the holiday and want to deck your halls with decor that will make visiting friends and family scream, we have some inspiration for you. Make your apartment a scary Halloween hideout with these creative and spooky DIY decor projects.

For most apartment residents, space is a valued premium. Consolidating possessions and finding innovative ways to store seasonal clothing, holiday decorations, and other belongings are a few ways to prevent lack of physical space from becoming a handicap. In recent years, there’s been a rise in the popularity of furniture that doubles as storage. Leading this trend is something that has come to be known as the storage bed. We take a look at six storage beds that look great and function even better.

Like any modern girl, I’m always trying to diagnose what’s wrong with me on Google and this time it was actually something serious: I had bad Feng Shui! You’ve probably heard interior designers throw this term around, but does anybody really know what they’re talking about? It turns out this ancient and mysterious Chinese art balances energy flow in a space, which basically means my own apartment could have been sabotaging my health, wealth, and romance for years…and I didn’t have a clue. It gets weird real fast when you start reading about Feng Shui on the Internet. One minute […]

The Chinese believe applying Feng Shui in their homes encourages an abundance of positive energy, hence leading to a happier life.  If you’re looking into an upgrade, you can incorporate this ancient technique into your lighting. Let’s start with what Feng Shui is: It reveals how a balance can be achieved in the energies that exist in a certain space to bring about good health and prosperity. Feng Shui has five elements: Wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. Let’s focus on fire. Fire increases enthusiasm and leadership skills. Use it in your design to encourage expressiveness, inspiration, and boldness. Light represents the fire element. It is […]

Summer is in full swing. If you want to make the most of it, chances are you’re throwing at least one gathering in your apartment. If you’re the type who has no trouble selecting food, drinks, and activities but struggles when it comes to décor, the following advice is for you!

Summer is right around the corner! As you freshen up your apartment for the season, don’t forget to take a look at your home design. Incorporating bright accessories and accent pieces can breathe new life into your apartment without breaking the bank. Faux trees and plants, mirrors, area rugs, lamps, and artwork can help transform your space from drab to fab in one afternoon.

Good home lighting creates the right ambiance, adds beauty to your interior décor, and makes it possible for you to perform various tasks with ease. When you have the right lighting, you do not really notice it. What you do notice is the nice atmosphere, the person you are talking to, the home interior, and whatever task you are doing. The right lighting, simply put, enables you to enjoy your home and activities within it and does not draw attention to itself. Here are seven tips on how you can choose the perfect lighting for your home.