Before and After: Window Coverings Behind a Bed

Placing a bed in front of windows doesn't have to be an interior decorating nightmare. One interior designer transformed one couple's room from drab to fab, using curtains strategically placed to make the windows look the same size and spaced evenly on both sides of the bed. The result makes the room look brighter, more open and balanced. Using drapes in…

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Home Office: Blocking Just Enough Light

Having a window behind your desk can mean almost blinding light depending on the direction the window faces and the time of day. For one Apartment Therapy reader, they had this very problem. The view from the home office is great and offers an amazing source of natural light, but can be distracting and tiring. Readers suggested moving the desk…

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Roof Line Design For Increased Light

Australian architect has created a new style to increase the amount of light inside the house. Creating an "M" shape in the roof allows for more light during the winter and less light in the summer, keeping the light in the house relatively stable year-round. Creating high ceilings and wide windows, the roof line is an inventive use of an element that…

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Home Renovations That Increase Curb Appeal

While the interior of your house is important, be sure not to neglect the exterior. After all, this is the last thing you see when leaving and the first sight to welcome you home. It also says a lot about you to those passing by. Here are a few ways you can renovate to increase curb appeal. Paint The quickest…

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A Modern Twist on Concrete Walls

Most of the time people try to cover the raw aspects of their home with wood, plaster, tile, etc., but now people are using exposed concrete for a modern update for their homes. Giving off a warehouse vibe, concrete and exposed metal create a sleek, textured style. The pattern in the concrete gives depth and accent without being too showy.…

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Does Your Room Feel Off?

Sometimes you finish designing a room to the specifications you thought you wanted, but find that something feels off. You can't put your finger on exactly what feels wrong, but you know there must be something. Here are a few possible design elements that may be missing from your room: Furniture layout: Rearrange so that the focal point is what…

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Tips for “That Awkward Space Above Cabinets”

Ever wondered what to do with the space above your kitchen cabinets? Here are some tips and style advice for those pesky small spaces: Place a few matching baskets up there and store your less frequently used items. With a bit of styling you could even use the space to store wine bottles, kitchen cleaners, water bottles, etc. Place a…

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