home decorating

5 ways to refresh your space!

by Rekha on February 12, 2012

Paxton Wall Shelf, $49-69, West Elm

Is your home in need of a quick makeover? Before you contemplate a major overhaul, consider making small tweaks. Here are 5 simple ideas that will help you bring a static room stylishly back to life! 1. Add a wall shelf to create a spot to display a collection of photography or artwork. …

Tips on selecting the best coffee table style!

by rekha on November 1, 2011

MetropolitanRoundCoffeeTable

Coffee tables add an interesting design element and can serve as a functional piece of furniture or be a decorative centerpiece of a room. When deciding on a coffee table style for your home, here are some tips to keep in mind: In a small space, rectangular or oval coffee tables work well.  Select tables [...]

Lights, camera, action…

by rekha on August 1, 2011

“Lighting should be considered the jewelry of the home.  It evokes emotion.”~Marcia Zio-Priven, lighting designer   Lighting serves more than a functional purpose in a room.  It can become the focal point if done properly.   By using different types of lighting you can make your room a movie set – create a cozy, elegant [...]

Mirror, mirror on the wall…

by rekha on June 30, 2011

Mirrors are wonderful decorative accessories that give lighting and depth to any room. They allow more light to enter a space where natural light may be lacking such as entryways and hallways. Below are some design tips when decorating with mirrors. There really are no “rules” so use your imagination and have fun! Use mirrors [...]

March Special!

by rekha on February 27, 2011

It’s March, the snow is melting and we can feel spring around the corner!  Some days are sunny, but overall the days can still be gray.  But GRAY does not have to mean dull and boring, rather gray is the new neutral.  Gray can be restful and have a cooling effect when placed next to [...]

An Artful Blend of Color!

by rekha on February 27, 2011

An Artful Blend of Color!

Mauve and Orange – at first thought the idea of mixing these two colors in your home isn’t intuitively appealing. However for a small space like a bathroom, you’d be shocked to see how much gorgeous they bring to a room! As I was browsing the latest Crate & Barrel spring catalog, I finally found [...]