When finding that perfect bedside table there are SO many things to consider, and who says it even needs to be a table? Well I certainly don’t. If you have been spending hours shopping around to find the perfect side tables to hold your bonbons & that nightly glass of wine, check out all the…
If you are a TV addict and you want to make sure you don’t miss a minute of your favorite shows, there’s always a way to sneak a TV into any room, whether you want to watch your soaps in the Kitchen or bath tub, sitcoms in the living room, or sports in your man-cave.…
I love to see walls with unique textures! Not a faux finish which just looks textured — but the real deal that you can feel! Check out this collection of inspirational ideas for deeply textured wall treatments using glass, metal, wood, wall coverings, fabric and more. Textured Walls: Inspiration Beyond Paint and Wallpaper Houzz– Kitchen…
It’s fun to check out all the beautifully designed rooms we see done by the interior designers on Houzz.com. They make it look so easy, don’t they? But there are lots of ways to make mistakes — oh yes, I’ve made some too and learned the hard way! I’ve compiled a list of the Top…
If you have been struggling with decorating your home and just don’t seem to be getting the room right, chances are you’ve made one — or two, or seven — of the top ten decorating mistakes. Check out these great examples of rooms that have successfully dealt with these common design issues. This is just…
Flooring transitions can be tricky in lofts and open plan homes! Where to start and stop each kind of flooring may not have a simple solution when there aren’t clear divisions between living areas. Here are 20 photos of great ideas on ways to transition from one type of flooring to the next in bathrooms,…
If you want to blur the line between inside and outside, check out how your choice of flooring can create a seamless flow from indoor space to outdoors. Whether your flooring is concrete, hardwood, stone or tile, there is a way to extend your perception of space by creating a floor that appears not to…
Is there a remodel in your future? Or do you have a spare room and aren’t sure what to do with it? For the ultimate in relaxation and personal indulgence, consider creating your own massage room. Color, scent, sound and amenities combine to create a relaxing environment. What a great way to invest your design…
In Portland, lots of us know how to float a boat — plenty of water for that! But this post is about how to float your bed! If you live in a wide open loft or have an extra large bedroom, floating your bed away from the wall can be an option for you —…
If you are an art lover, you know that buying and living with art is so rewarding! But did you know that what you do with your interior decor can actually boost the impact of your art? 10 Design Strategies for Art Lovers Houzz– Kitchen Remodels, Bathroom Remodels and More» Browse Kids Products on Houzz-…
Are you about to embark on a bathroom remodel? There are so many choices today! If you are a bath lover, including one of these modern and unique tubs in your design can lead to bathtub bliss! 19 Dream Tubs for Bath Lovers Houzz– Kitchen Remodel, Bathroom Remodel and More» Browse Kitchen Products on Houzz-…
Do you find that just about no matter where you place your sofa in your living room, it just never seems to work? With smaller homes, the living room may have doorways or windows on almost all walls making it tough to find a good direction for the sofa. Well — did you ever think…
Portland Interior Designer, Pangaea, offers tips for extending your living space by bringing interior design elements outdoors into your yard, or onto patios, decks or balconies.
