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More online poker HOMEMore May-25-2020 Bedroom Blues Posted by creatingyourspace under Colors , Design and Decorating We’re not talking the emotional blues when we say bedroom blues. Blue in the bedroom is a beautiful color that creates a soothing and relaxing space. Blue is typically used for boys’ rooms, but this doesn’t mean it has to be a masculine only color. The range of blue colors means that there is probably a blue out there that will work for your home decor. This Mediterranean style bedroom uses blue accents to bring a pop of color to an otherwise neutral space. Neutral walls and link hardwood or luxury vinyl plank floor create a cool feeling in the room. Adding in rich blue accents in the throw on the bed and the curtains add a bit of energy to the room. The energy isn’t the same as if the accents were red or orange. The cool tones of the blue color are typically thought to be more soothing than jarring. Blue color on the walls would create bigger pops of color in this space, but it would take away from the soothing overall tone. Larger expanses of color, no matter what color, will have a bigger impact on the feeling and energy of a room. Keeping the blue accents in this room to two relatively small elements keeps the room feeling neutral. Layering different shades of blues can also work to create a more sophisticated color palette. Pale blue on the walls combined with richer accessories could intensify the calming feeling of the color. Lots of white in the room keeps the space from feeling too blue. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Tags: ADD COMMENTS May-19-2020 Pops of Color! Decorating 101 Tips Posted by creatingyourspace under Area Rugs , Design and Decorating You’ve read it here and on other design blogs. You’ve probably heard it on design shows on television and seen it in shelter magazines. ‘Pop of color’ is one of the favorite terms of the design world. A pop of color on a sofa or in a room adds interest for your eye. Like texture, color can change the look and feel of an object or room. Many people buy the big ticket items like furniture and carpet in a neutral color. Builders use beige so much as a wall and carpet color that we now call it builder’s beige. It is fine to keep these things neutral in color, but that doesn’t mean the entire room or home must be shades of builder beige. Pops of color are great in accessories if you have a neutral room. How much color and where you put it are up to you to decide. Putting color on an accent wall is a bigger statement than colorful throw pillows. A colorful area rug will make a bigger impact than a boldly colored vase or bowl on a table. Be bold and go for combinations of colors that contrast: yellow and teal; lavender and orange; blue and rose. Adding in groups of colorful accessories will have more impact than a single object. A pop of color can mean that the same color is carried throughout the room from the rug, to the curtains, to objects on a shelf. Pops of color can bring your attention to an architectural detail or piece of furniture. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Tags: accent color , color , color combinations , decorating with color ADD COMMENTS May-18-2020 Creating a professional home office that feels like home – Part II Posted by creatingyourspace under Design and Decorating Now that you’ve taken care of flooring and walls in our last post , it’s time to consider furniture. In an office, the right furniture makes a difference in your comfort, particularly when you spend hours in front of a computer. Basic tools of ergonomics, the science of making sure your workspace works well for you, can help provide some insights as you make your furnishing decisions. The best place to start is your chair. Try many before deciding. The minimum goals include one that adjusts to allow you to keep your feet flat on the floor when you’re working. Also, make sure that the seat is not too deep. If you sit back in the chair without having your knees touch the front edge of the seat, the chair seat is too big for you. When you’re setting up your computer, make sure that both the keyboard and the mouse are the same height as your elbows. Consider a keyboard drawer if your desk is too high. Set your monitor so that the top edge is about eye level. Task lighting should be even, and shouldn’t end up creating a glare on your monitor. Don’t forget the rug! Area rugs can take a room full of furniture and bring it together to create the warmth you didn’t even realize you were missing! The final step is storage. Many offices and residential furniture stores have a good variety of file cabinets and bookshelves that work well from a professional perspective while still looking appealing. Take your time and select only the pieces you need right now. You can always buy more later, and it’s nice to have extra space in an office. All set? OK, now get to work! Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Tags: ADD COMMENTS May-15-2020 Creating a professional home office that still feels like home Posted by creatingyourspace under Design and Decorating Are you ready to convert a room to a home office but not sure where to start? Taking a minute to plan your space allows you to create an environment that combines the best of commercial space and a residential environment. Let’s talk flooring! LVP and laminate floors provide one of the best options for a home office. Top-quality LVP and laminates look much like traditional wood floors, but with the stamina to handle the depredations of wheeled office chairs. If you prefer carpet or hardwood, be sure to pick up a mat for under the chair. Plastic mats can be found at any office supply store or one of the new bamboo mats available in a number of places online. Home office walls give you the opportunity to bring in a color you love that wasn’t a fit with any other space in your home. Sky blue sets a tone of relaxation, or maybe a peach works for you to echo the orange of energy. Use this space on your walls to inspire you or motivate you. Do you need a bulletin board? How about spray painting one in a bright tone that coordinates with your walls? Most office furniture is pretty neutral, so take advantage of this chance to bring in color. Finish up with art that makes you happy. Do you have any photos that remind you of your dreams and goals? Would a landscape draw you in when you need to escape from your work for a moment? How about a reproduction of the work of an artist that you find inspiring? Touches such as these make your office a personal and inviting place to work. Show us your home office photos on our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/carpetsnmorelv Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Tags: ADD COMMENTS Apr-10-2020 Memphis Interior Design Style Posted by creatingyourspace under Design and Decorating Interior design is a coordinate plan with clear guidelines in place to help enhance a home’s aesthetics and functionality. Plus, there are hundreds of styles that we can use to help create our space. Many interior design styles have come and went while we see interior design evolve over time, just like fashion and beauty....