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September 2011

Accentuate a room's focal point to visually increase the size of the space
Thursday September 15 2011 3:40PM
At Home In The City
According to Better Homes and Gardens, one of the most effective ways of visually increasing the size of a space is by accentuating a focal point. more...

Area rugs can drastically change the layout of a room
Thursday September 15 2011 3:40PM
Home Staging
Buying new pieces of small furniture for your home or apartment is an exciting time for any homeowner, but without giving the flooring proper attention, your interior design can fall flat, according to the Oakland Suburban News. more...

Are you courageous enough to try black walls in your home?
Thursday September 15 2011 3:39PM
Home Staging
According to Freshome.com, there are countless ways to incorporate this style into your décor, whether you choose wallpaper, paint or tile, but it should be broken up with neutral small furniture. more...

An ottoman could be a fantastic alternative to a coffee table
Wednesday September 14 2011 2:20PM
At Home In The City
With the many options of storage ottomans that can match beautifully with a new apartment sofa or small sectional, you can craft a unified aesthetic. more...

Carve out a cozy corner in your small apartment
Wednesday September 14 2011 2:19PM
At Home In The City
Take advantage of corners in your space to create a cozy nook that will open up traffic flow for other areas of the home, according to Better Homes and Gardens. more...

A neutral color scheme throughout your apartment can make it seem much larger
Wednesday September 14 2011 2:18PM
Home Staging
According to Better Homes and Gardens, a fantastic trick is to use your walls and small furniture pieces in neutral shades to make the room feel more expansive. more...

Utilizing storage space to keep your apartment organized
Wednesday September 14 2011 1:52PM
Furniture For Small Spaces
You'd be surprised how quickly a small apartment can fall into disarray. more...

Lighting is an essential element when decorating a small space
Tuesday September 13 2011 5:18PM
Home Staging
According to HouseBeautiful.com, using three points of light in each room is an effective way to make the space feel much larger than it really is. more...

Interior designer stresses room-in-a-box philosophy
Tuesday September 13 2011 5:18PM
Home Staging
Espinoza advises first-time home or apartment designers to meticulously plan their room layout and then head out and shop for small furniture and other accents. more...

Curtains instead of doors could be a space-saving solution for your small apartment
Tuesday September 13 2011 5:17PM
At Home In The City
According to HouseBeautiful.com, one way to instantly save space in your apartment and enhance your color scheme is to take off your doors and use curtains instead. more...

Investing in a new RV sofa during fall travel season
Monday September 12 2011 6:04PM
Furniture For Small Spaces
If you've spent the summer traveling, your vehicle's furniture may be in need of an upgrade. more...

A window seat is a fabulous place to display color
Monday September 12 2011 6:03PM
Home Staging
While an investment in some chic small furniture, such as a small sofa, small sectional or loveseat could be a fantastic start, oftentimes windows are underutilized spaces that could use a refreshing change. more...

Combining a living room and dining room in a studio apartment
Monday September 12 2011 6:02PM
Home Staging
One of the biggest challenges is creating a dining area that's separate from a lounge space, but there are some clever tricks you can use to instantly transform your abode. more...

Picking colors to create a sense of space
Friday September 09 2011 4:00PM
At Home In The City
If you find yourself living in a small apartment, you may be wondering how you can go about making it feel larger than it actually is. more...

Making the most out of your studio apartment
Thursday September 08 2011 4:04PM
At Home In The City
According to HouseBeautiful.com, one of the easiest ways to organize your space is to use a small sofa, a small sectional and other small furniture to create mini-rooms within the apartment. more...

Interior designer offers tips for decorating your first apartment
Thursday September 08 2011 4:03PM
At Home In The City
When looking into furniture, she recommends avoiding big box stores and instead choosing a handmade small sofa or small sectional to decorate a living room. more...

Designing a furniture arrangement around your fireplace
Thursday September 08 2011 4:03PM
Home Staging
There are some ingenious design ideas that you can implement, but the room should start with a few new pieces of small furniture. more...

Perk up the look of your office with a new small sofa
Wednesday September 07 2011 4:01PM
Home Staging
For those who work from home often, having a small couch in your office can have a profound effect on the room's versatility, and can be a great place to collect your thoughts. more...

Some fall design changes that can instantly spruce up your interior design
Wednesday September 07 2011 4:00PM
Home Staging
Autumn is the perfect time to renew the look of your home from the wear and tear of summer, and it can start by investing in new small furniture. more...

Overburdening a small apartment can hurt your interior design
Wednesday September 07 2011 3:59PM
Home Staging
This is one of the major pet peeves of interior designer Laura Kikar, who recently told HouseBeautiful.com that a singular piece of furniture can help to open up the entire space. more...

Using light to the best effect in your living room
Tuesday September 06 2011 4:11PM
Home Staging
If you have a living room with an abundance of windows, there are certain design tips that you should keep in mind to make it your favorite room during any season. more...

Wallpaper is an inexpensive way to revitalize your living room
Tuesday September 06 2011 4:10PM
Home Staging
For those who are looking to give their living rooms a face lift, wallpaper has made a remarkable comeback in the interior design world. more...

Giving your living room a boost for the fall
Tuesday September 06 2011 4:10PM
Home Staging
If you're in the market for a new small sofa, loveseat or sleeper sofa, use your new furniture purchase as an excuse to give your space an autumn makeover. more...

Creating a cozy arrangement in your dining room
Friday September 02 2011 9:00AM
Home Staging
According to Freshome.com, a small sofa or loveseat have become popular options in dining rooms for homeowners looking for a less formal entertaining area. more...

A pair of chairs sometimes works better than a sofa
Thursday September 01 2011 3:36PM
At Home In The City
Not only will this increase your traffic flow, but it can drastically improve the versatility of the space. more...


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