Showing posts with label BEDROOMS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label BEDROOMS. Show all posts
Nov 6, 2015
Does winter’s imminent approach have you ready to hibernate?
Would you rather flee than ski when you see snow? Don’t worry, you aren’t
alone. For every person that loves making snowmen and sledding down big hills,
there’s someone who’d rather stay inside with some cocoa and a good book. If
early nights, chilly winds, and blustery days turn you into a hermit, make sure
you’ve got the coziest space to hide out in. We’ve got four tips to transform
your bedroom decor and keep you cozy and warm until June. Here’s what you need
for a long winter’s nap.
Warm Palette – Rich
hues like rose gold, copper, and gray are what your bedroom needs this winter.
They’re pleasing to the eye, not too bright or dark, and using them in a
monochromatic color scheme will help make your space seem larger. We especially
love the rose gold in the image below. This luxurious shade is a fun step away
from the traditional grays that have dominated most color palettes, while still
letting you enjoy all the advantages of a more subtle scheme.
Image via Apartment Therapy
Soft Lighting – Since
it gets dark much earlier in the winter, creating a cozy space during this
season is all about finding the right lighting. Anything too intense can be
jarring, but you run the risk of making things gloomy if you choose something too
dim. We’re a fan of these sweet fixtures. Their industrial aesthetic adds a
sense of modernity to the space, and will keep things bright without being too
overpowering.
Image via Lonny
Plush Textiles – Soft,
thick carpeting, bedding, and pillows all contribute to a cozy space. You want
to create an environment you can easily curl up in, and plush textiles all lend
themselves to this goal. These luxurious elements help eliminate the rough
edges of the room, and subsequently the world, making it easier to drift to
sleep.
Image via Marcus Design
Rustic Accents – There’s
something about exposed beams and bricks that make us want to get under a
blanket and read Dickens. Maybe not everyone has this response, but we feel
like it’s pretty universal. Using simple accents takes us back to a simpler
time, and invites a sense of coziness and comfort into a room.
Image via Craft Hunter
We hope these ideas help you create a comfortable, cozy
bedroom this winter. If you refresh your bedroom decor for the season, make
sure to share snaps of your new space with us! Tweet or Instagram @HomeShows your
pictures with the hashtag #WinterWonderland – we’d love to see what you create!
Mar 24, 2015
Whatever your style, your bedroom should act as an escape, a place where you can put your feet up and relax after a long day. Need some help creating your bedroom oasis? Try some of these techniques when decorating your space.
Statement lighting fixtures. A sparkling chandelier or statement wall lights at either side of the bed are both functional lighting solutions that create a feeling of luxury in your bedroom space.
Double up on window treatments. This allows you to block out the sun on those cherished weekend sleep-in mornings, while giving you the added opportunity to layer for a more dynamic design.
Play with shapes and graphics. If you want to create an interesting space and aren't sure where to start, trying playing with shapes and bold graphics, For example, a statement, custom headboard or furniture set can do wonders for a space.
Take advantage of your view. Whether your bedroom looks out on a gorgeous mountainscape or the garden in your backyard, try reorganizing your furniture to make the view the focal point.
For more tips on how to wow guests with your next redesign, visit Mary Taggart, Editor of Ottawa At Home, at the Ottawa Home & Garden Show, March 26-29 at the EY Centre. Mary will be gracing the Main Stage on Saturday, March 28th at 4:30pm, with a presentation on defining your personal style and implementing it into your home decor.
Statement lighting fixtures. A sparkling chandelier or statement wall lights at either side of the bed are both functional lighting solutions that create a feeling of luxury in your bedroom space.
Image via Decoholic
Image via Love Home
Play with shapes and graphics. If you want to create an interesting space and aren't sure where to start, trying playing with shapes and bold graphics, For example, a statement, custom headboard or furniture set can do wonders for a space.
Image via Brit + Co
Take advantage of your view. Whether your bedroom looks out on a gorgeous mountainscape or the garden in your backyard, try reorganizing your furniture to make the view the focal point.
Image via Apartment Therapy
For more tips on how to wow guests with your next redesign, visit Mary Taggart, Editor of Ottawa At Home, at the Ottawa Home & Garden Show, March 26-29 at the EY Centre. Mary will be gracing the Main Stage on Saturday, March 28th at 4:30pm, with a presentation on defining your personal style and implementing it into your home decor.
Aug 28, 2014
Many home
design styles are influenced by popular fashion trends, which means the current
prevalence of and appreciation for counter culture is having an impact on our
interiors. Translation: hipster homes.
Artfully-waxed facial hair, thick-rimmed glasses, and plaid shirts are popularizing
eclectic decor. Where many opt to wear clothing reminiscent of the past,
similar motifs are expressed in the way homes are being decorated – we’re
adopting older styles and making them cool again.
Check out the
two vintage bedrooms below and let us know which you prefer: Option A’s casual cottage
chic? Or option B’s bold flavor? Where would you love to read Bukowski and
listen to music we probably don’t know about?
Option A
Image via Lonny
Option B
Image via Lonny
Our Choice:
While each
room has its own merits, we prefer Option B. We find Option A’s antique
lighting, bedside table, and portrait make it a bit more dated than we enjoy. It
evokes the 1920s where Option B has more of a 1960s feel. The fun colors and
bright patterns are balanced by the hardwood floor and white accent pieces. All
in all we think it’s a nice mix of modern and classic with some playful touches
(we love the faux skin rug).
Funky
wallpaper is gaining in popularity, so we have to ask: what do you think of
this trend? Are you excited to put a fun pattern on your walls, or do you think
this is one revived decor style that should have stayed buried? Let us know
below!
And of course, for more bedroom
advice and inspiration make sure to check out the Marketplace Events home show
nearest you. Check out the home shows coming up in your area - US shows & Canadian shows.
Jul 14, 2014
Today we’re asking you to choose between the two teenage girl bedrooms pictured below.
Option A
Featured on Lonny
Option B
Featured on Lonny
Which would you prefer to stay up all night talking about boys in? Whose door
would you love to slam after a rough day at school? Option A’s farmhouse chic or Option B’s classic charm?
Our Choice
We like
Option B the best. There’s some creative drama with the juxtaposition of the
mixed patterns and clean lines with the rugs, beams, and bed. As well, the
throwbacks to childhood fun littered around the room provide a comforting
element which we think is sweet. Overall we think this is a lovely space our
teenage selves would be happy in.
These gorgeous
bedrooms were both professionally designed, but we have to ask: what happens in
your home? Do you let your teen have free rein when it comes to their bedroom
decor? Or are there certain things, (like black walls), that you’d veto? Let us
know who rules the roost below. And remember, for design inspirations for your
whole home head to any of our Marketplace Events shows.
Jun 6, 2013
With Father's Day fast approaching, it's time for us showcase some male-oriented spaces. Today we're showing you some of our favorite gender neutral bedrooms or bedrooms for him. When decorating for him, it's important to think less about decorative frills, and more about minimalism and functionality.
Below are some steps to achieving the perfect bedroom for him!
1. Incorporate darker woods and other natural elements.
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| Image via House to Home |
2. Get a clean look by going minimal and incorporating neutral shades.
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| Image via House & Home |
3. Make sure the room's decor reflects his personality.
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| Image via Lonny |
4. Add texture and a focal point to the wall without using wallpaper or artwork.
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| Image via House & Home |
5. Frame and some of his favorite pictures in black and white.
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| Image via House to Home |
6. Incorporate his favorite colors and textures on the bed.
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| Image via Lonny |
Does your dad's favorite space need a makeover?
Enter our Dad's Favorite Space challenge by clicking below and you could win him a $100 Home Depot gift card!
May 16, 2013
As the warm summer weather breezes towards us, it may be time to consider flipping your bedrooms to accommodated the sunny season. Switching your bedroom from winter warmth to summer cool shouldn't be too complicated. Below are some suggestions to get you comfortable in your bedroom this summer!
5 Tips For Summerfying Your Bedroom
1. Lighted Up Your Linens
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| Image via Lonny |
2. Switch it up! Change is always nice, move some furniture around if you can.
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