Let’s talk doors. I know, not very exciting, unless you’re talking about unique and interesting sliding doors. Adding a sliding door to your space can be a functional space saver or a stylish architectural detail, or both. They really can add an interesting element to your space, and can work in many different spaces, from a modern loft to a traditional country home and everything in between. Personally I’m a big fan of the repurposed vintage door or wood as a sliding door.

The mix and match dining set is a great look. It can be seen across many different interior styles — Scandinavian, modern, bohemian, eclectic, etc. It does, however, take a bit of thought and planning to pull it off, because you can’t just order one up from the store. In many cases it’s also a very budget friendly option, because you can use either dated, thrifted or random chairs you have around to create a look.

Almonte, Ontario has the reputation of being “The Friendly Town” (ok, and also home to the inventor of basketball, Dr. James Naismith), and it lives up to its name. If you pop your head into any store on Mill Street, you’ll be greeted with a big smile and lots of small town charm and chatter. This includes owner Emily Arbour and her shop full of cheerfully handmade goods, Hello Yellow.

image:8d36dd161c963d2ebd41797e1e14b2aa732d095c w:540 s:"fit" class_name:"mt-image-center" show_pin_button:"true" show_image_credits:"true" If your small home happens to have an attic, then you’re in luck, because you can get a little extra mileage by moving on up. Once you get the go-ahead from your contractor that your attic space can indeed be finished, you have so many options! Here are 12 creative ways you can transform your attic into an enjoyable and practical space.

When you live in a small home, you’re always looking for ways to get creative with the precious space that you have. If you’re going to commit to a piece of furniture or accessory, it needs to count — you’ve got to really love it. It’s a bonus if it’s got storage involved and more than one function is always a win.

Sure, having a small space has a few downsides, but this month we’re going to give you more small space solutions than you’ll know what to do with, so you can embrace and fall in love with your little corner of the world. These days many of us have friends and family spread out around the country, and it’s always nice when an old friend comes to town for a visit. Don’t let having a small space stop you from having an extra place for your guests to lay their sleepy heads.

Black and white tile — it’s so classic and timeless. And it’s so simple, but sometimes it can be tricky to get simple right. There are so many options for using black and white tile, beyond the checkered tile that we all know and love. Here are 12 examples of beautiful and unique spaces where black and white tiles were done right. TOP ROW: 1. A simple bathroom with an interesting black & white tile pattern, from Lark & Linen. 2.

As a follow up to my last post with lots of inspiration for how to use decals, removable wallpaper, washi tape, and contact paper, I’ve created a shopping guide so you can have some fun making it happen in your own space. REMOVABLE WALLPAPER: First up is removable wallpaper. Now this is a huge category! What you see is just a tiny sample of what’s out there. Here are a few of my favorites, but I encourage you to look around on each site, as there are so many great styles out there.

Whether you’re a renter, a non-committal type of person, or have growing kids that like to change their minds often, there are plenty of reasons to explore the option of temporary wall decor. It can also be very affordable, depending on which route you go and how creative you get. Here are ten examples of how you can use decals, removable wallpaper, washi tape, or contact paper in your space.

A sofa is a big investment that usually hangs around for quite a while — but as home decor loving people we like to express ourselves, and often change our minds. Maybe a little too often. It’s not new advice, but it’s true that accessories can totally change a look — both in fashion and home decor. Pillows are to a sofa what a great pair of shoes are to your favorite little black dress. New pillows, new look!

Bold paint colors in your home are not for the timid, but if you love to surround yourself with color, then here are some combos you may want to try. Don’t limit yourself to the walls — try bringing some bold color to your furniture, floors, ceiling, or trim for some interesting color play in your space. And if you’re thinking about joining the color adventures but hesitating, start with a smaller room like a powder room, den, laundry room, etc., and feel it out. TOP ROW: 1.

Whether you’ve gone with a bold or neutral paint palette for your space, there comes a time when you may want to change it up a bit. Adding a wallpaper accent wall is the perfect solution for refreshing a space without all the work of changing the whole room. Here are 10 ideas for how a wallpaper accent wall can renew your painted space. If you have a bold colored room, wallpaper can help to break it up a bit, and if you have a neutral palette it can add some interest and color.

Many people probably associate strings of lights with the holidays, which makes sense. But a simple string of white lights can be such a great whimsical, playful, modern or simple home decor accessory any time of year. And as a bonus it’s a great source of light — imagine that. I think it’s key to stick to white lights to avoid the whole Christmas vibe (unless it’s a children’s room, then go nuts).

I’m a graphic designer by trade, so of course I love type. But you don’t need to work with it to appreciate how beautiful it can be and want to decorate your space with it. There are about a million different ways you can use type, but it’s important to remember that however you use it it should be intentional, something you chose specifically for that space and not just some random letters.

I love color. I can’t help it. I know many people are afraid of it, but I find myself having to hold back or I’ll go a little crazy. But I also get bored easily. That’s what’s so great about decorating with contact paper — you can have a ton of fun with it until you’re inspired to try something else. With contact paper, you can add small pops of color and fun, or give a room a true transformation.

We’re glad to see the colorblock paint trend continue into 2014. Paint is always a great way to add interest to a room without major commitment or a big budget and colorblocking takes it to the next level by adding unique interest to your space. The possibilities are endless, it really depends how creative you want to be.