Monthly Archives: April 2019
Arched Doorways Add Interest and Beauty
Straight lines versus curved lines. In a study published in PNAS, participants were more likely to label a room as “beautiful” when it had curves than when it only had straight lines. Straight lines certainly serve a purpose, but they can be formal and predictable. On the other hand, curves add a level of softness... The post Arched Doorways Add Interest and Beauty appeared first on Freshome.com. Read More
The Power of Colors: Why Your Color Choices are Important
Do you have a favorite color? Have you ever wondered why you prefer a certain color and how it affects you? “One of the most amazing things about color is its close tie to emotions, making color extremely subjective,” according to Andrea Magno, a color and design expert at Benjamin Moore. “There are so many... The post The Power of Colors: Why Your Color Choices are Important appeared first on Freshome.com. Read More
4 Creative Ways to Hang Curtains
When we picture curtains, we see them hanging long on either side of a valance. It’s functional, it’s attractive and it works with any room style. But that style is also not your only option. You can get creative in the way you hang curtains. From giving them unique spacing so light can filter in... The post 4 Creative Ways to Hang Curtains appeared first on Freshome.com. Read More
8 Non-Plant Ideas for Bringing the Outside In
We’re calling it now: 2019 will be the year of the plant. What started as a semi-hipster trend in interior design has become a full-on movement. Bringing the outside in has tons of benefits, of course, from mood boosting to cleaner air. But let’s face it: not everyone is famous for their green thumb. If... The post 8 Non-Plant Ideas for Bringing the Outside In appeared first on Freshome.com. Read More
Think You Don’t Have Space for a Home Library? Think Again
If you love to read – or you just love books, whether you actually read them or not – consider creating a home library. Most people who don’t have a home library think that they don’t have enough space. But, by thinking creatively, you can find enough room to house your own books. You don’t... The post Think You Don’t Have Space for a Home Library? Think Again appeared first on Freshome.com. Read More
15 of the Best Open Design Showers
One of the popular ways to get a sleek, modern bathroom is to opt for an open design shower. As the name suggests, these showers are typically fully open to the rest of the bathroom, or at least only partially covered. Many are even simply behind clear glass partitions. This design opens up the bathroom... The post 15 of the Best Open Design Showers appeared first on Freshome.com. Read More
Planning on Selling your Home? Here’s the Best Time to List Your House — and It’s Soon
Zillow, the online real estate company that keeps a database of nationwide sales, just published a report with insights on the best time to sell your house for the most money. If you’re thinking about listing, it’s time to take action. The best time to list your house is the first half of May. Here’s... The post Planning on Selling your Home? Here’s the Best Time to List Your House — and It’s Soon appeared first on Freshome.com. Read More