“A dorm room is a completely blank slate. A small, plain, concrete-walled blank slate that you must magically transform into home.” - Anonymous Whether you’re decorating your freshman dorm room or starting your last year of college, planning your dorm room ideas ahead of time is always helpful. Not only must you choose your bedding, you will need decor elements...
“Don’t be afraid to experiment – not everything has to match. A house that is 100 percent perfect is rarely full of charm.” - Rebecca de Ravenel Bedroom decor that totally matches may exude a certain elegance, but does it reflect your personality? Your bedroom furniture ideas may be limited by your budget or the space you have to work...
“Two beds are better than one.” - Unknown In many bedrooms, two beds are indeed better than one. Enter the common bunk bed, interior design’s best sleep space solution when living quarters are tight. You don’t have to have a small bedroom to enjoy the benefits of bunk beds, though. Most commonly seen in military barracks, youth hostels, and dormitories,...
“These aren’t pajamas. I work from home. This is my uniform.” - Unknown Although some experts advise against creating a bedroom office, it may be your only choice in a small home or apartment. It may take some time to adjust to having your work space and bed in the same room. It can also take discipline to keep from...
Black bedrooms aren’t just for rebellious teenagers! And incorporating black into your bedroom decor does not need to be scary. Despite many homeowners’ gut reactions, black is a neutral. You can pair it with almost any other color to great effect. This eclectic color scheme can be just as effective as an all-white bedroom design. It’s all about how you...
“Stars shine in the canopy of eternity.” - Joshua L. Liebman Canopy beds are no longer reserved for royalty. In fact, the modern canopy bed is surprisingly affordable and easy to DIY with your existing bed frame. But is it worth your time to switch to a canopy bed? Canopy fans agree: nothing is more magical than sleeping under a...
The word “Zen” has become a common part of English vocabulary. It is used to assign peace to everything from food to business practices—but what does it really mean? “Zen” signifies an awakening of one’s connection to nature, a tradition passed on through Mahayana Buddhism. The Sanskrit root means, “to see, observe, to look.” People who embrace Zen décor usually...
For many, the most important room in the home is the bedroom. This space needs to be comfortable and functional. But it also doesn’t hurt to put a little extra care into the details of your bedroom design. If you’ve never paid much attention to your nightstand, now is the perfect time to start. Aside from your bed, your nightstand...
Living in a small space presents unique challenges when it’s time to decorate and choose furniture. You can’t go out and just buy anything that you find appealing. This could result in having a cramped and overcrowded space. You will feel uncomfortable and stressed when in your home. What you need are small bedroom ideas to help you create a...
Your child’s room is a wonderland for them. It’s a place to play with their friends and family or a place for them to hang out and play video games. It can also be a place where you can bond with your child. Considering all of the time your kids will spend in their room, you should create a space...
