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It’s the wood paneling that’s making a splash! In the construction of residences, barns, sheds and other structures, shiplap is often used as exterior siding. It’s a wooden board milled with a halved groove that results in a unique reveal line. And although it is most commonly associated with the outside of a home, it has been achieving great popularity on the inside, as decorative interior paneling. In fact, it’s been put to use in a variety of ways few would have suspected just years ago. Yet there it is, and it doesn’t appear to be going anywhere soon. It’s not something...

Never underestimate the power of accessories Sometimes it’s the most obvious things we don’t consider or give a second thought to. We may regret that it seems difficult to get creative with our bathroom remodels, assuming that interior design in a small space is a great challenge. You’ve already got nice paint and tiles, the restroom vanity looks great, where can you go from there? Simplicity, that’s where. Take a few steps back. You are already using bathroom accessories that are essential, simply engage that concept a little further and be artistic with it. The best part of it all is...

How to bring an exciting new look to your once-bland kitchen There’s no arguing with the classics and having a kitchen painted in a neutral color is one of them. It just works, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be bland. In fact, neutral colors can provide the base for some of the most dynamic modern kitchen ideas (but this doesn't mean that bold kitchens with multiple colors won't do well). Simply make use of everything available to you like textures, fine finishes, and interior decorating elements that can draw attention without the use of bright colors. If you plan...

Kitchen Remodeling Trends & More at Dwell on Design 2018 in Los Angeles Dwell on Design 2018 just ended, and we’ve had a chance to decompress to share our thoughts on all of the amazing new trends we saw. If you’re not familiar, DOD is an industry show for designers, architects, retailers, and plain old design enthusiasts looking to keep up with modern design. We also saw a lot of design students present; exhibitors were clearly prepared for that growing segment of attendees, as UCLA had a large booth promoting their architecture program. We love to see all of the subtle or...

Keeping America's favorite gathering place contemporary and inviting It doesn’t matter what you plan at your home, gatherings ultimately end up in the kitchen at some point. It’s the room that seems to accommodate more family routines than any other, from making meals to doing homework; the kitchen is where it all happens. Make it as modem and accommodating as possible for your family and guests by getting the most out of it with the most recent emerging trends. If you decide to remodel your kitchen, consider seeking help from a handyman or a remodeling contractor to achieve your dream kitchen....

Increase the Warmth of Your Kitchen with Taupe Cabinets If your instincts have been telling you to shift away from an all-white kitchen design to something with a bit more warmth to it like taupe cabinets, we can’t blame you. There is an undeniably inviting nature to the pleasant neutral colors that a colorless kitchen simply can’t match. While the seemingly endless procession of white shaker cabinets is unlikely to slow anytime soon, we are seeing a definite turn in design trends this year. If you’re glancing around at your pristine alabaster kitchen right now with a sheepish look, don’t despair! One...