Don't get me wrong, I don't have a scrap of pink or purple in my own house. And my walls haven't seen floral since my childhood in the 80s. There is something appealing however about taking a left turn from your usual decor and embracing the opposite once in awhile. We all get in ruts, and it's nice to branch out.

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From sea to shining sea and every limpid pool in between - blue represents peace and calm to me. Deep indigo, nautical navy, electrifying cobalt, cool cerulean, tantalizing turquoise and the most subtle of sky - each imbued with a wonderful wistfulness, the promise of refreshment, of longing and delight. More

If you like your furniture all clean lines and restrained geometry, you probably wouldn't give these tables a second look. But there is something to be said for a bit of contrast. More

Where do all the old, beaten up wood shipping pallets of New York City go? If Yorkwood Co. has anything to do with it, they'll go back into your home — after being transformed into warm industrial style furniture, that is. More

Queen, for a day. From Lady Stark to dragon-rearing silver-haired beauties, bawdy dames and ladies in waiting, the women of Westeros and beyond the Wall are no Disney Princesses. They're strong, exotic, armored and sexy. Who wouldn't love a room where any of these women would feel at home, plotting their next move and making those silly kings feel like they wear the crowns in the family? More

Nesting tables just make sense. They are pretty and practical. What's not to love about extra surface area in the living room when entertaining. Even better is that you can just tuck the tables away into a tidy little stack when the guests are gone. We've written about them before but have you seen these nesting tables? More

The simple shapes and clean lines of mid-century stylish is a trend that's not giving up any time soon. If you love the look but don't want to buy vintage, Jeremiah Collection may be just what you're looking for… More

From grand dining rooms to sketchy mead halls, torch-lit castle chambers to the mysterious glitter of Qarth: north, south, east, and Westeros… there's a lot of style inspiration in Game of Thrones. Here, a collection inspired by the books and TV series (including an over-the-top replica of the Iron Throne), all available now, in a mix designed to evoke the exotic, rough and regal in a way that works right now. Well, maybe not with that actual throne. (Wildfire sold separately.)

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Beyond wood and metal, Warm Industrial welcomes with worn leather, natural elements, and the comfort of things that have a history. The opposite of formal, this living room is made for relaxing. More

Danielle Reid and her husband Rob are going to prove that better living is possible through design. Their online shop stocks carefully crafted goods that are strong enough for everyday use but so handsome you'll want them on display. More