Tag: Room
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Get The Look For Less: The Colorful Modern Traditional Living Room We All Loved, Now On A Budget
I’ll speak for myself in saying that my jaw hit the floor when I first saw these reveal photos come through. It’s so colorful yet not overwhelming, cozy yet refined. However, what this room is not is budget-friendly, and that’s ok. We all have different budgets, but that most definitely does not mean we all…
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Living room ideas for terraced houses
If you live in a terraced house, you’re probably aware that terraced living rooms come with their own set of quirks – such as long, narrow footprints or limited natural light. But with a little design know-how, it’s possible to turn even the smallest of lounges into a space that punches well above its weight.…
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Historic Bristol war room goes under the hammer with potential for a rare home
Tucked behind brambles and ivy a long-forgotten Cold War-era War Room in Brislington is heading to auction with the opportunity to be reborn as a house. While it once served as a secure government War Room, it now has potential to be converted into one of Bristol’s most unique homes. The guide price for the…
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My Friend’s Moody Dark Green Dining Room (You Should See The Before)
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This is a real pleasure to introduce you to an eclectic cool dining room I helped design for one of my best friends. If you haven’t seen their living room, dining nook, or basement go check those out afterward, but what you’ll see is a continuation of this “traditional with a big edge” style, employing…
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How to style a living room without a fireplace
When designing a living room, a fireplace is often the natural heart of the space, a comforting focal point that sets the tone for everything else around it. But what if your home doesn’t come equipped with this traditional centrepiece? You might wonder how to achieve the same inviting atmosphere without it. Fortunately, a living…
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How To NOT Design Your Kid’s Room – A Cautionary Tale
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I love a good cautionary tale, where you get to hear how someone else messed up their life in the name of you avoiding repeating their mistake. I hesitate to write this like I do all things where I have to go back on a design decision, but it has come up a lot with…
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Here’s The Official EHD Paint Sheen Guide (Based On Room)
When you’re designing a house or heck, even a room, there are so many little decisions that need to be made all at once. And just when you think you might be close to being done a question like “What sheen do you want for your cabinets?” comes up. Or wait, does the trim need…
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Can you use a garden room as a bedroom? We explain the rules
If you’ve ever looked at garden room ideas and wondered if they could be a solution to your sleeping needs, you’re not alone. It’s a question commonly asked by homeowners considering one. However, the answer to can you use a garden room as a bedroom isn’t quite as simple as a straight yes or no.…
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Living room extension ideas that improve your outdoor connection
If you’re considering building an extension, the reason why is generally defined by the need for more space. And while it’s common to see extensions created to house kitchens, if you’re opting for an extension to increase your communal spaces, you may be on the hunt for living room extension ideas. Although open plan extensions…
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5 living room design mistakes you must avoid
The mark of any good living room design is the creation of a space that feels like it’s fit for purpose. Whether you set out to create a warm and cosy reception room or a space that’s perfect for entertaining family and friends, if it doesn’t match your objectives, it’s arguably not a room for…