When you’re picking out area rugs for your home, it can be hard to know where to start with size, color, material and design. We’re here to help with a complete guide to area rugs that will fit perfectly into your home design!
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We really outdid ourselves with this one. The Minnetonka Modern is here, and we’re so excited to share it with you! We’re sharing all the details of our latest completed project with you, in all its sleek, modern glory.
Read MoreWhen you set out to design (or redesign) your home, bathrooms are one of the spaces you may have high expectations for. Freestanding tubs, walk-in showers, and stunning fixtures may have you overwhelmed, so we want to walk you through a few things not to do when designing your bathroom! Mistake #1: Not space-planning appropriately If you have a tiny bathroom, a huge free-standing tub probably isn’t the best option. If you have a huge bathroom, a single sink small vanity might look too small. Start by assessing the space you have, and planning for fixtures that will fit the scale of your space! Mistake #2: Not enough storage space Nobody wants to design a beautiful bathroom, only to realize there’s no storage space for towels, toiletries and paper goods. If you’re tight on space, utilize vertical space for shelves, or even countertop organizers. We also did a whole post about bathroom storage here! Mistake #3: Only using overhead lighting Especially because bathrooms tend to be interior rooms in the house, lighting can be extra tricky. If you’re lucky enough to have windows in your bathroom, that’s great! Natural light is always your best bet. When installing your lighting, though, be careful to not only rely on overhead lights. In addition to making the bathroom feel overly cold and sterile, overhead lights aren’t ideal when it’s time to do hair or makeup. For the best bathroom lighting, install layers of light from multiple points. Mistake #4: Designing the wrong layout You probably don’t want your toilet to be the focal point of your bathroom, right? If you have options for how to layout your bathroom, try to plan it to be both functional and welcoming. Hide the toilet around a corner or behind a wall; create a wet room area with a tub and shower separate from the toilet and sink, and put storage in places that are logical and easy to access and use. Mistake #5: Choosing or hanging mirrors incorrectly We just did a whole post about mirrors, and one of the most common places we see mirrors hung incorrectly is in the bathroom! It’s so important to take the style of your home and bathroom into account when choosing your bathroom mirror(s), and make sure they’re the right size – you don’t want a tiny mirror over a huge vanity! Hang them about 60″ to the center…
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Mirrors are an essential element to multiple rooms in your home, but it can be tricky to know which styles to pick and how to place them! Here’s the rundown on how to be a mirror expert for your own home. Size When choosing a mirror, make sure the width of the mirror is smaller than the piece of furniture below it – but not too small. A mirror that’s about two-thirds to three-fourths the size of the furniture below it is a safe choice. If you choose a smaller mirror, in a bathroom, for instance, try sandwiching it between two lights (or between artwork on a living room wall) to make the size feel more appropriate. Design Mirrors are a great way to play with shape and style! Depending on your style, and the room you need it for, there’s a wide range of shapes and designs that can work for your mirrors. Long mirrors are a great option to hang vertically (or place on the floor) to draw the eye up – and check out your outfit – or hang a long mirror horizontally to make a room feel bigger. Simple, minimalist designs work best above more ornate furniture, while a more over-the-top shape and frame looks great above simple furniture. Location There are some obvious places to hang mirrors, bathrooms and bedrooms automatically come to mind, but there are also some less thought-of places that are great locations for mirrors. One of our favorites is in your entryway. A round or fun-shaped mirror looks great over a bench or console table, and also allows you to do a hair-check before heading out the door! Mirrors are also a great option for making living and dining rooms feel more spacious, and make a great addition to a gallery wall, too. Also keep in mind the obvious: mirrors reflect! Make sure to place your mirror in a spot that will reflect a space or view you love. Tips for hanging mirrors The general rule of thumb is to hang mirrors about 60 inches from the ground to the center of the mirror. This makes it a good height for most people to be able to see their reflection, and doesn’t look too high or low (this is a good rule for wall art in general!) If you have a wide space, you can also opt for two mirrors instead…
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