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The Writing’s on the Wall: 20 Decorating With Chalkboard Paint Ideas

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

The color black is hot in the world of design. Black and white particularly have become the contemporary go-to color combo in the last few years. If you want a chalkboard in a unique color, pick a rich shade of your choice in a water-based flat finish. Image: Shappacher White A Nashville home with a personal touch.

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Bring the Sun in This Winter With a Sunroom

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

In any event, Spicher says you need to decide how you want to use the room before you choose the finishes like paint colors or flooring. Choose a finish, color or texture and repeat it through your room,” she says. “I Nashville sunroom. Image: Leonid Furmansky Architectural Photographer. Apply these three principles.

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Exclusive! The Most Popular Benjamin Moore Colors Across the US

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

“These traditions and trademarks permeate all elements of the region’s culture, including into the homes of its residents,” Hannah Yeo, Color & Design Expert at Benjamin Moore , tells Freshome. In fact, Yeo says Benjamin Moore has been able to spot a geographic design trend in how colors are being used. Los Angeles.

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True or False? Decoding Decorating Rules

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

We’ve all heard certain decorating rules regarding colors, furniture, finishes and accessories. Use a calm, relaxing color palette in the bedroom. Image: Studio M Interiors Should you avoid bright colors in the bedroom? However, he says that this is not the only color you can use.

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10 Smart Moving Supplies That Will Make Moving Easier

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Tag-A-Room Color-Coded Moving Box Labels, $10 Save time unpacking by labeling all moving boxes with the room they belong in. These color-coded, pre-printed labels make the task of sorting items (and finding them after the move) much easier. These eco-friendly options will organize and protect your valuables for the big day.

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Don’t Focus on Cosmetic Features When Buying a Home

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: Rugo Raff LTD Crown molding Crown molding, chair railing, and other types of millwork add architectural detail to a home, but they shouldn’t add to the price you’re willing to pay for the home. Crown molding provides architectural detail, but you can add it yourself. Don’t be swayed by a beautiful light fixture.

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Modern Home Library Ideas for Bookworms and Butterflies

Trendir Magazine

Contemporary home library via Behance Library frame via Monsterka House 3 by Coy Yiontis Architects Modern colorful library by Hudson Interior Design The Ambassador Residence – Wheeler Kearns Architects Modern colorful library by Hudson Interior Design It doesn’t have to be boring, though.