Do you love to entertain friends and family but your dining room doesn’t seem to reflect that? This blog post is just for you! I am sharing my design knowledge to help you design a dining room just like a designer. You may be like my family and use your dining room table for more than just eating and entertaining. It can be a place to help with school work, do crafts, play board games, and have conversations over tea(or wine). I want my friends and family to be comfortable so we can linger long after the meal is over but I also want the room to look beautiful and “pulled together”. I have a feeling you may want those things for your home too. Choosing the right pieces for your family can be daunting, but I am hoping I can make it a little bit easier. Where should you begin and how do you choose the right pieces? I will share with you my designer tips and tricks that will help you create a dining room perfect for hosting.
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How to DIY Built-Ins, According to Someone Who Did It
Built-ins combine form and function, adding an elegant finish to any space, from an office to the kitchen. They also add a chunk of change to the household improvements budget! Fortunately, you can get the look of true built-ins with basic bookshelves you can pick up today and a dose of creativity and imagination. Blogger Amy Bennett did just that. When she and her family moved from Missouri to Oregon, their new home had a large master bedroom with a huge closet. The dressers easily fit in the closet, so they had an open space in the bedroom proper that needed… something.
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Working With an E-Designer? Here are 10 Things You Should Know
If you’re looking to try your hand at tackling a full-scale remodel or are looking for ways to give your home a minor revamp, e-design may be the route for you. For starters, e-design is an excellent option for DIY-savvy homeowners or those who like to be hands-on during the design process. Plus, for those working on a budget, e-design provides an affordable alternative to co-create your own space with the guidance of a professional. Before you dive right into your next home project, we reached out to design experts from Charlotte, NC, all the way to Syracuse, NY, to get their best tips to keep in mind when working with an e-designer.
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Spacing Planning Like A Designer
Space planning is so important in good design and it all starts with measuring your room correctly. As a designer, I often get questions about furniture layout and how to space plan effectively. The first thing you want to do is measure your room so you can figure out the right scale of furniture. This step should never be overlooked! You could find the “perfect” furniture pieces only to bring them home and they don’t fit in your space properly, leaving you frustrated. When measuring your space, think like a professional and go beyond just measuring the length and width of your room. I am going to show you how to space plan like a designer plus I’ve included a helpful guide on measuring your room correctly.
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