Northern Poconos Real Estate News
Pittsburgh-based interior designer Colleen Simonds unrolls her best advice on building strong spaces using dynamic wallpaper patterns and gutsy design choices.
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After I graduated from Duke University, I moved to San Francisco to work for Gap, Inc. in their Executive Training Program. That led to a twelve-year career in merchandising at Gap, Inc. and eventually J. Crew in New York City. I then left J. Crew and went to Parsons School of...
The annual approach of winter makes autumn an ideal time to bring in fun decor elements like fluffy throws and pillows, candles, and warm autumnal colors. Follow these tips to make your home the coziest it can be.
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We put on extra clothing when autumn temperatures drop, and it’s a good idea to dress your home with additional elements of warmth too. A thick fabric welcome mat by your front door will provide something soft to sink your feet into, while long curtain panels i...
Hanging artwork is an art—literally. Too high, and the room feels off balance. Too low, and, well…you get the idea.
One of the most common mistakes homeowners make, according to Apartment Therapy’s Eleanor Büsing, is hanging pieces at the wrong level. To help you spruce up your place with properly placed artwork, Büsing offers the following tips:
Establish eye level. Eye level in most houses is approximately 57 to 60 inches from the floor. All artwork, regardless of orientation, should be hung...
A well-curated home takes time to foster. Finding the perfect furniture, art and wall decor to fit your aesthetic requires an investment in every sense of the word. Yet, too often, homeowners ignore the final touches that truly bring rooms to life. An indoor plant can revitalize and elevate any room and this list will help you find the perfect plant for your space.
Spider PlantThese plants are hard to kill and easy to pair with any decor style. They are also non-toxic to pets, which makes them...
The modern world has many advantages, but one issue that many of us are facing, particularly those who spend their days working in front of a computer, is the feeling of being disconnected from the natural world. The good news is that a growing movement known as biophilic design might be just the answer and is being utilized by designers and architects around the world. Cities, in particular, are embracing this trend, and if you’re looking for a living space that will help you reconnect with Mot...
Like the generation it’s named for, millennial pink is all around us. It’s a fun, daring, sophisticated hue that isn’t exactly new, but lately seems to have caught the eye of legions of clothing and décor designers.
Not quite salmon, not quite rose and a far cry from traditional Barbie pink—millennial pink can best be described as a soft, subtle pink with some gray tones and a slight hint of peach. It’s hard to miss if you’re browsing the racks for trendy clothes or checking out the newest pain...
No matter where you live, or in what type of home, there’s an excitement about decking the halls for the holiday season. And, even though you may or may not choose boughs of holly as part of your home’s holiday decor, there are many things you can do—and should avoid doing—to achieve the look you want.
Do:
Plan ahead.
Get a jumpstart on planning your holiday decor by starting the process in late October or early November. Otherwise, you may quickly find that items or colors you want are long ou...
