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8 great looks to dress up any window in any room. What are your favorite ways to dress a window? Are yours listed here?

When choosing light fixtures such as chandeliers, many people are stumped when it comes to the type of crystal or glass that is being used on the fixture. Crystal, or its occasional glass substitute, can be extremely attractive and make an elegant statement in any room of the home. Today, chandeliers are extremely trendy and it's not unusual to see them in rooms other than the dining room. When shopping for a crystal or glass chandelier or other light fixture that contains these materials, it's important to know some of the basics.

Today we return to the work of Frances Herrera, the inimitable New York interior designer behind Interiors by Francesca, LLC. Working with a young, sophisticated family in the Upper West Side, Herrera transformed a blank slate into a comfortable, kid-friendly home that exudes an unquestionably chic, cozy and polished sense of style.

We have one in an unusable corner in our living room. It adds light and life to an otherwise blah corner. Light fixtures of all kinds look beautiful when their light is reflected in these massive mirrors. One word about propping up a floor mirror. If it is a heavy mirror or you have small kids running around, you may want to attach the mirror to the wall with a brace or a hook to keep it from falling over.

Few areas of home decor are as intriguing as the wall art a person has chosen. However, few people choose to properly light their wall art (or even realize that their wall art needs to be lighted to begin with). The combination of home accessories and decor, color palettes and various furnitures are completely worthless without proper lighting. When picking out these home accessories, you should also consider picking out just the right lighting to go along with it.

Cottage style home decor is uniquely different from shabby chic style home decor. Though these two styles share some similarities, both also have a unique array of home accessories and decor that fall entirely into their individual styles. That being said, it can be difficult to differentiate between cottage home accessories and shabby chic accessories. This guide will help you get started on finding cottage style home accessories and decor.

The bedroom is often a neglected space when it comes to home decor and decorating the space. It's not necessarily that there aren't any home accessories for the space; but rather it's a combination of issues: not enough time, not enough money, not enough energy.

Studio Ben Allen has created an area featuring archways, steps and a fold-down desk dedicated to children to let their creativity flow! Raw, minimal and functional allows customisations by the young users as the space grows with them. Read on to know more here…

@the-grid-architects craft the interiors of a gym on a light-hearted thematic note, endorsing the importance of the environs that make a fitness regime productive for both - mind and body. Check out the story here

Panorama Design Group crafts yet another signature project in #China using their story-telling skills to translate conceptual art into a humanistic bookstore.

Quartz stone stands as a testament to the marriage of aesthetics and sustainability in modern architecture. Crafted from crushed quartz crystals and recycled materials, this engineered marvel not only showcases timeless elegance but also champions eco-conscious design practices. Key Points: Resource-Efficient Manufacturing: Utilizes waste quartz and recycled materials, reducing the environmental impact associated with extraction. Durable and Resilient: Engineered to resist scratches and impacts, ensuring a longer lifespan and minimizing the need for frequent replacements. Versatile Applications: From kitchen countertops to flooring, quartz stone seamlessly integrates into various design schemes, contributing to sustainable architecture. Reduced Maintenance: Resists stains and requires minimal maintenance, reducing the overall environmental impact associated with upkeep. Healthier Indoor Environments: Its non-porous nature resists mold and bacteria growth, contributing to healthier indoor spaces. Aesthetic Appeal: Beyond sustainability, quartz stone offers a range of colors and patterns, providing architects and designers with a visually stunning yet eco-friendly material option.