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Bathroom Shower Curtain Ideas: From Space Saving to Decorative Extras

Bathroom Shower Curtain Ideas

A great space saving idea is to use a curved shower rod as seen in picture (1). This way you won’t feel too closed in when you are in the shower. A curved shower rod doesn’t take up any extra floor space – because when you draw the curtain back, it tucks away where any strait shower curtain would. You can also get a double curved rod – so that once you’ve finished showering and you open up the shower curtain, there right in front of you is your towel hanging on the second rod (2).

Another design idea that can make your bathroom feel larger is to use extra long shower curtains (3). By hanging these up closer to the ceiling, you make the room feel taller and more spacious.

Some decorative bathroom shower curtain ideas include having a fixed curtain and using tie backs just like in picture (4). Or how about having a second rod to hang up a decorative fabric curtain (5). For a more modern and contemporary look, hookless shower curtains work best (6). While a vintage and country ruffle style curtain adds a more decorative touch to the room.

One thing to remember when choosing a shower curtain is that in most bathrooms the curtain is a large item in the room. It becomes a focal point, and can play a role in determining the style and look of the room. So if you want to create a more spacious and airy feeling room, then go for lighter colors like white, cream, or light blues and green. Orange and red will create a more dynamic looking room. While darker colors like purple and black can create a more romantic and cozy looking bathroom – depending on the rest of the design and decor. And a monogrammed curtain creates a more formal and traditional looking space. 1/2/3/4/5/6

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August 21, 2013 in Bathroom

Black and White Kitchen Ideas and Designs Mood Board

Black And White Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Mixing black and white kitchen ideas is a great design style because of the contrast and the sleek look. There are kitchens that keep to just the two colors, but as seen in the photos above some have mixed in some grey (another non color) and kept that clean design style.

Here are some design elements to keep in mind when designing a black and white styled kitchen.

The Countertops  (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

The most popular way of going about countertops is to use a black one (granite) with white cabinets and base. Vice versa, a white countertop with a black base also looks great but is less popular as it can make the space feel a bit darker and smaller.

Black and White Cabinets

Whether you use black or white cabinets, brushed steel knobs and handles are the way to go.

The Right Style: Modern Kitchen Design and Ideas

Wall Decor

White walls are the go to choice. If you plan on hanging up any decor pieces (Beautiful Wall Decor Ideas for a Kitchen) like a mirror, photo, or quote – having them framed in a black frame will keep the black and white style going.

Wall Design

White and black wall tiles as seen in pictures (6) (7) add a textured look to a wall. Another idea is to have a wall covered in chalkboard paint like in picture (8). Use this as a command center to write shopping lists, to-dos, display a calendar, hang up a bulletin board, etc.

Flooring

Some ideas here include black and white tiles, cream marble, or light grey tiles or polished concrete. An alternative, one that takes away from the clean black and white look, is wooden flooring.

A Focal Piece

If you were to place one colored piece in the kitchen, like the wooden kitchen island countertop in picture (9) or the red lamp shade in picture (10), this will become an elegant focal point as it stands out. 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10

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February 17, 2013 in Kitchen

Basement Decorating Ideas and Designs For The Dream Home

Basement Decorating Ideas

The goal of decorating a basement is to make the space feel as comfortable as possible. This means trying to make the space not feel like a typical basement – dark, cramped, etc. When it comes to decorating and basement ideas there are two main areas to look at: 1) The overall interior design of the basement – this includes things like the flooring, ceiling, lighting, and walls. 2) Then comes the specific decorating ideas that make it a homely space.

Overall Interior Design Ideas

Lights: Lighting is going to play a big role in making a basement a wonderful place to spend time in. Get it wrong, and the basement will feel dark and uncomfortable. One thing to keep in mind is that if you want to make a space feel bigger use as many ceiling lights as possible, and try to light up all corners of the room. When you want a space to feel cozy and intimate, avoid lighting the ceiling and use table or floor lamps instead. For specific lighting ideas to use in a basement, from cove lighting to using a drop ceiling, have a look at the post we put together here: Design Guide: Basement Lighting Ideas and Options.

During The Day: In the daytime the best way to light a basement is with sunlight. This means making use of windows. Different places will have different laws requiring you to have a specific kind of window (egress) because of fire safety.

Flooring: You have more expensive finished flooring options like carpet, which is best for cold climates, then there are flooring ideas more suited for hot climates like concrete. There are options which are better suited for under floor heating while others cant. Some feel softer than others. For more on basement flooring have a look at our post here: Flooring Ideas For a Basement.

Looking Up:  The ceiling itself will play a role in how the space feels. Imagine having exposed hard wood beams, this would create a more rustic warm space. Or how about having a drop ceiling with modern light fixtures. One thing you want to avoid is have a flat uniform ceiling. Try and break it up by having different layers. For pictures and great ideas have a look here: Basement Ceiling Ideas From Cove to Fiber Optic Embedded.

On All Sides: Just like the ceiling, how you decorate the walls can style a space the way you want. Textured wall ideas include stamped concrete, stucco, and stone walls. Paint is the simplest way of going about it, but even with painting there are a few unique options – like using texture techniques (sponge painting). For photos and ideas have a look at our post here: Decorating Basement Walls: Ideas from Stamped Concrete to Chalkboard Paint.

If you have a large basement space, having internal walls can divide it up into different rooms (gym, home theater, playroom, etc.). Another way of doing this is to simply hang curtains. This way when a space is not in use, say a home office, you can simply hide it all away and enjoy the space for another purpose, like a family room.

Tips on Basement Decorating Ideas

The decor you choose will really be based on what kind of space you are trying to create. When it comes to the basement some room ideas include a gym, a laundry room, or a home theater. For example if you are putting a playroom down there, one DIY decorating idea would be to paint a wall with chalkboard paint. For a gym you’ll want to have wall mirrors (to check yourself out). For a family room you could have a pillow pit in front of the TV. To see specific decorating ideas for each type of room, you can see all the rooms we cover here: 14 Different Room Ideas For a Basement.

Here are some simple decorating ideas:

Use framed mirrors if you have a small basement. This along with the lighting tips mentioned earlier will make the space feel larger.

Depending on the type of flooring you use, say concrete, the floor can be quite hard and cold. Using area rugs will help with that.

A basement is a great space to use for storage. From using the space in the ceiling (in between the beams) to using the space under the stairs, check out our post here for awesome storage ideas: In The Basement: Storage and Organization Ideas.

Don’t forget about that cozy nook under the stairs. It can be used for storage, but if you check out some of our room specific design posts you can see how some people have turned that tiny space into a home office, a playroom, or fitted a bed in there. 1/2/3/4/5/6/7

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February 8, 2013 in Basement

14 Different Room Ideas For a Basement

Basement Room Ideas

We think we have covered almost all of the possible basement room ideas. Here is a collection of our decor/design posts on the different rooms (there are now 15 ideas):

It is great if you can create a separate room for each different space, putting up walls and all. But don’t forget a simple rail and some curtains can work wonders in hiding off a storage area, a home office, laundry machines, etc. – and it’s cheaper too (The Small Basement: Ideas and Tips On Making It A Dream Space). 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13/14

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February 7, 2013 in Basement