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Dazzle Guests with a Welcoming Entry

September 16, 2011 By creatingyourspace Leave a Comment

Create a welcoming foyer, entry or even mudroom to greet you and your guests. A colorful entry makes for a cheerful greeting at the end of a long day or at the start of a party. Here are a few tips for decorating your foyer, entry hall or mudroom.

Light the space well. A chandelier, pendant or small ceiling fixture is a must. The size of the entry will dictate the size of the lighting fixture. Scale is important. If you have a double height entry, a larger chandelier or cluster of pendant lights works better than a flush mount ceiling light or diminutive chandelier. Smaller lights on a console, side table or even shelf create warm ambient light and balance out overhead lighting. A pair of lamps or a single lamp would both work. It all depends on the space.

Pay attention to the walls. Artwork and mirrors bring life to any size space. Artwork can be a great conversation starter as well. Mirrors reflect light and therefore double the light in the room. A mirror in an entry is also great to check clothes, hair and face as you dash out the door in the morning.

A table as a landing space is also key. Bowls, boxes and drawers can all hold keys and miscellaneous items we carry with us.

A cheerful colored area rug or runner finishes the design. Find a rug that works with your existing flooring and has your homes colors in it. Decorating begins when you open the door.

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Leather Flooring Trends

September 9, 2011 By creatingyourspace 3 Comments

The place of leather in our homes is something that has dated back to the primitive times and now leather has continued to play a major role when it comes to carrying out interior decorations in our homes and offices. The use of leather has extended to the making of clothes but mostly, home decor items like furniture and recently, flooring. Yes, leather flooring is the in thing now and a lot of consumers have welcomed this trend with arms wide open.

The advancement in technology has given rise to affordable leather flooring options in which homeowners across differing economic groups can purchase it and enjoy its luxury. When it comes to the varied flooring options available, leather flooring might just be one of the most exotic and original amongst them.

Leather flooring comes in many different textures and colors and is versatile enough to be used in the living room, study and bedroom.

With the use of the leather flooring, you are sure to save money and time when it comes to the installation. After the installation, you get a type of flooring that is spectacular and gives your home that much needed comfort and quietness. The high rate of response to the leather flooring trends is also influenced by the fact that this type of flooring is environmentally friendly. Some even go the extent of backing up the leather flooring with a layer of cork which eliminates the need for you to install an insulator beneath your flooring.

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Loft Decorating

August 15, 2011 By creatingyourspace Leave a Comment

This classic loft has a lot of personality. The original brick wall and the oversized window provide so much architectural power in the room.

The floor is a common choice for lofts – staining and polishing the original concrete. With the help of area rugs, this semi-industrial look captures the feel of the factory or warehouse that the space used to be. However, this couple found a way to bring classic flooring into their space by using wood flooring on the vaulted ceiling.

Lofts can feel cold without careful planning. By adding wood above the living space ceiling in this room – hiding the industrial pipes and vents – the space reaches a new level of classic style.

Sometimes a high ceiling can actually make a space too big, so that it loses a personal connection. By putting wood on this ceiling, the entire loft connects together. The window, vertical mirror and the wood ceiling bring the room together.

This space combines the design benefits of loft living with the inviting coziness of a true home. Light, color and the right architectural approach make this space both beautiful and very livable.

This room is a great balance of hard and soft. The plush furniture contrast with the cool feel of the floor, and the black velvety trim on the area rug warms up the sisal surface. Yes the coffee table has a glass top, but the dark wood base keeps it from feeling too modern for the room.

The neutral tones that make up this space are a natural extension of the architectural elements, reflected in the pillows, accessories and art. One of the most powerful features is the light coming in the window. With simple blinds customized to the window, the room has the benefit of the natural light when wanted and privacy and light minimization when needed.

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