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Category: Interior Design

  • 5 Unique Art Ideas to Decorate Blank Walls

    Creating artwork to decorate blank walls is easier than you think with our creative and unique ideas. Watch the video below for five simple decor ideas that will give your home the stylish update you’ve been looking for. From repurposed chargers to travel photos to shadow boxes to floating shelves, the DIY art decor possibilities are endless!

    5 Unique Art Ideas to Decorate Blank Walls

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  • Cozy and Colorful Home Decorations for Fall

    It’s time to prepare for the coziest season of the year. Fall has officially arrived, which means big comfy knits, pumpkin spice aromas, beautiful foliage, and cozy nights. If you’re wondering how these warm and comfortable elements can be used to enhance your home this season, it’s time to check out these cozy and colorful fall decoration ideas.       

    bhgrelife.com - Cozy and Colorful Home Decorations for FallTrade Out Flowers in a Vase for Leaves

    Fall foliage is arguably one of the best things about the season. Add those stunning and warm hues to your interior by finding an empty, clear vase and putting it to good use as a showcase for a vibrant fall leaf collection.

  • Five Ways to Decorate a Coffee Table

    The coffee table often serves as the hub of your living area. It doubles as a functional hot-spot and a decor focal point! We all love to decorate a coffee table for maximum appeal, and convenience, with items we already have at home. From books, to trays, to flowers, see below for our 5 easy tips to style your coffee table:

    5 Ways to Decorate a Coffee Table

    1. A stack of pretty books is one easy way to showcase your coffee table’s elegance with simplicity.
    2. Add a simple tray with some accessories to improve your coffee table’s style.
    3. Group similar items together on your coffee table to create a streamlined and organized look.
    4. Layer in decorative pieces to create a perfectly designed look for your coffee table.
    5. Arrange your items in a truly chic way by grouping items together of a similar color palette together.

  • 10 Quick Kitchen Storage Updates

    Your kitchen is the hub of your home. It’s not just the room where meals are prepared, and as such, it deserves some fresh design ideas. Great kitchens also have the potential to bring more value to your property if you decide to sell in the future. A great way to start is by enhancing your kitchen storage capabilities and layout visibility for ease of use!

    Here are the best kitchen storage options that can instantly bring value, appeal, and practicality into the space, regardless of how small the dimensions and budget may be.

    10 Quick Kitchens Storage Upates - bhgrelife.com

    Install Pull-Out Shelves

    A kitchen update that has taken the interior design industry by storm is pull-out shelves, placed inside your cabinets, so you don’t always have to reach far inside for materials. This little addition to your cabinets can even be done without a contractor if need be. With one little tug, you’ll be able to reach all the items in your cabinets. Talk about smart storage!

  • 5 Upgrades Every New Home Should Have

    Congratulations! You’ve just made a new home purchase, and you love everything about it, but it’s lacking a bit of you. It is not unusual to want upgrades once you buy a home, and the right upgrades are excellent ways to customize your new living space to suit your style and needs more precisely. If you’re ready to turn your new house into your new home, here are some upgrades that will increase the quality of the aesthetics, design, and functionality of your new home purchase.

    5 Upgrades Every New Home Should Have - bhgrelife.comStart in the Kitchen

    Within real estate, it is believed the kitchen and the bathroom are the two most important rooms in the home. An outdated kitchen can completely change the entire appeal of your new home for you. For this reason, many people choose to start in the kitchen when it comes to home upgrades. While a new kitchen can be costly, the below suggestions are some thrifty ideas for revamping the space without breaking your budget. In addition, these are also home upgrades that future buyers will focus on and are excellent ways to increase a return on your investment:

    • Swap out old appliances for stainless steel ones
    • Re-stain or paint old cupboards
    • Change the hardware for items more updated and modern

  • Bathroom Renovation Ideas that Pay Off

    It’s no secret that the bathroom is one of the most expensive rooms to renovate. It’s also the most frequently used room, so bathroom renovations are often necessary. The good news is that bathrooms have the power to increase the appeal of an entire house, as they are a key selling point for many homes. As such, bathroom makeovers can also provide a significant increase in the return on your investment. Even if you have no intention of moving anytime soon, doing some bathroom renovations can still bring more value to your house if you decide to move in the future.

    However, if you don’t want to completely rip down the walls and redo a bathroom in its entirety, you may be wondering which bathroom remodeling ideas will bring the most value. The following bathroom upgrades are worth considering:

    Bathroom Renovation Ideas that Pay Off - bhgrelife.comFocus on Repairs

    The kinds of renovations that will always bring the most value to your home are repairs. Focus your bathroom remodeling efforts on simply repairing what needs to be fixed. Additionally, ignoring repairs can result in a worsening of your problems – and as a result, they will get much more expensive. So fix that leaking roof, dripping faucet, and flickering light. These little things can go a long way to increasing your home’s value.

  • 6 Must-Have Accessories for the Ultimate Man Cave

    Every man needs to have a space of his own, whether it’s for watching the big game or hosting his closest pals for the night. The man cave is an essential area that must have personal and unique characteristics to be considered a real man cave. To be a connoisseur of the cave, each man has to create his own theme and style. It can be classic and rustic or contemporary with a more sports-themed approach.

    However, there are a few key items that should be found in every man cave. What are these essentials? Below, we have compiled a list of the ultimate signature pieces that your room needs. Once you have these in place, you’ll be the proprietor of your very own official man cave.

    6 Must-Have Accessories for the Ultimate Man Cave - bhgrelife.com40” Inch—or Bigger—TV

    The phrase “bigger is always better” holds true for any man who enjoys watching his favorite sports team. It’s imperative for any real fan to witness a crushing hit or an incredible score in near life-size high definition.
    Don’t be fooled by all the pretenders with a measly 32” television. No one wants to watch the big game on a TV most people can carry with one hand. This is the most important necessity in any man cave, as it brings together your friends, family, and all who enjoy a cinematic experience.

  • Decorating Tips for Couples Moving in Together

    Congratulations! You and your special someone have decided to move into a place to call your own. It’s an exciting time, but one of the biggest challenges can be deciding whose style will prevail for the interior design of your new home. If you both have drastically different tastes in interiors, there’s no need to panic. There should always be an elegant combination of style and textures within every interior. It’s just a matter of pairing them eloquently—and with these decorating tips, you can blend both of your lives perfectly into one.

    Decorating Tips for Couples Moving in Together - bhgrelife.com1. Establish an in-between style

    Before you move in together, it’s important to take a look at each other’s belongings and determine what you plan on utilizing in your soon-to-be home. Since drawing a line down the center of each room to separate his style from hers is highly unlikely, you’ll need to establish an in-between style with which you’re both comfortable. Find a happy medium and run with it.

  • Tips to Reinvent Your Kitchen on a Budget

    The kitchen is one of the biggest selling points in a home, often the biggest, and an outdated one has the power to turn off potential buyers. Everyone can agree that a newly renovated room is a great selling factor – and that’s even truer when that room is the kitchen. While kitchen renovations are often associated with a high price tag, with these tips, you can reinvent your kitchen on any budget, no matter how tight it may be.

    Tips to Reinvent Your Kitchen on a Budget - bhgrelife.com1. Find the perfect flooring

    Floors are the largest surface in a home, and as such, have the power to make a massive impression on everyone who enters. If your kitchen floors look old, torn and worn, it’s time to do something about them, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Replace old vinyl tiles with newer ones and re-stain worn-out wood floors. You may also want to consider cheaper alternatives to your favorite flooring options, such as brick flooring, which is fairly affordable and emits a sense of warmth that comes from the rich red and brown hues.

  • Professional vs. DIY: How to Choose

    When it comes to repairs and projects within your home, Pinterest boards make it look easy. However, there are some things that you should hire a professional for and others that you can handle on your own, which leads to the inevitable debate: Professional vs. DIY? If you aren’t very handy, crafty, or creative, this dilemma can often be solved with one answer – hire a professional. However, even natural do-it-yourself kinds of people find themselves wondering which route is the best. Here are some things to consider that can help you find the perfect option for all of your projects.

    Professional vs. DIY: How to Choose - bhgrelife.com1. Evaluate Your Skills

    Before starting any home improvements or repairs, the first thing you need to consider is your skills. You may have all the willpower in the world, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that a job will be done properly. You also want to ask yourself if you have the energy and time to take on the project. If not, hiring a professional can get the job done well and in a timely manner. However, if you have the skills required, will enjoy the task, and have time to do it, then some do-it-yourself action may be the better option.