When planning a lighting project, it’s important to take a look at how you’re using your bedroom and if the current lighting setup is helping or not. Almost every bedroom can benefit from placing different types of light at different heights and in single or multiple groupings around the room. Spreading out your light sources…

  Many of us spring-clean, repaint the walls to freshen up our living spaces, clean windows until they sparkle, add new furniture. But when was the last time you considered how modern window treatments could add new life to your bedroom? You will be surprised at the number of options for bedroom window treatments. Think…

All too often, neglected secondary bedrooms become catchalls for old furniture, forgotten fitness gear, and other odds and ends, rather than inviting places for house guests to rest and recharge. If you’re on a budget don’t worry; there are plenty of low-cost, high-impact suggestions that will make your guests feel welcome. So whether you’re expecting…

As we grow older, particularly as adults, many of us will inevitably reach the point where we begin worrying about the health of our parents. We want them to stay healthy and live independently as long as possible, but there will come a time to move your loved one/s into your home or senior living….

We all want to fall into bed every night, and know your peaceful bedroom is clean with fewer allergens. But how many times do you run out of time cleaning other parts of your house, and neglect your bedroom? A busy mom’s mission is to care for the family, putting the family’s needs first. I…

Early aromatherapy was thought to originate in China. Aromatic plants were used for incense to harmonize mood. Egypt was an early user of scented oils for embalming and personal perfumery and therapeutic fragrances. There are also several mentions of aromatherapy in ancient Indian texts. The specific term “aromatherapy” is thought to have originated in 1937…

Two key elements of most every bedroom is the bed itself and color composition of the décor. The trends for headboards are to be bigger and bigger, but more importantly, they should offer a strong visual anchor to your bedroom. The design of the male bedroom is characterized by a maximum of functionality and a…

Farmhouse architecture originated in Europe, more specifically, in Germany and Scandinavia. Traditionally, farmhouses were nothing more than homes built on farm lands to house the people who owned or worked the land. The term Farmhouse wasn’t as much considered a style, but, rather, a setting for a way of life. From Europe, it made its…

Have you been looking at your bedroom and wanting to redecorate, but your budget is tight? This is a good time to add a little life to your bedroom. I’ve been seeing sales on paints, wallpaper, comforters and duvets, linens, area rugs, lighting, wall décor and more. That sought after bedroom in one of your…

I’ll admit that waking up early and leaving a cozy bed isn’t always enticing, but creating a bedroom that’s energizing and mood-boosting can make it a lot easier. Since colors and light effect our mood, there’s a strong case for a colorful bedroom. Introduce those pops of color with paint, bedding, or artwork, to create…