Sunday, October 18, 2009

Staging is more important than ever...

Folks, just like real estate agents have the Realtors Association, home Stagers have the International Association of Home Staging Professionals, or IAHSP. The IAHSP conducts surveys of markets conditions and how they apply to the home staging industry. And the most current info shows that staging is STILL an essential part of selling a home:

Fully 94.6% of all homes that are staged by a member of the IAHSP sell within 35 days. A non-staged home remains on the market, on average, for 175 days. Yes, my friends, you read that correctly. So the solution for those who either want or need to sell their home is, Home Staging!

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Bedroom: Bed Linen Set / Duvet and Pillow Cases

Bedroom are so much integral to one's home. Though it might not be the most open to view for guests, but it definitely plays a big role in your lifestyle and sleeping habits. A beautifully done up bed with linen that suit your taste and style is so soothing ! Take time to create the perfect atmosphere in your bedroom, enjoy the colors and texture, sense the style and get Inspired !!

Duvet and linen set can add a lot of color and versatility to one's bedroom, an easy way to keep changing the color and adding freshness..with changing seasons, important events, make the best use of colors available to add vibrancy.


Check out some lovely images of bed-linens and create your perfect look !


This linen set is so pretty and soothing, it provides a clean look as well as keeps it light. A perfect solution for bedroom with lots of positive colors !

I absolutely adore the pillow cases, the embroidered leaves are just amazing :)





This bedroom set is so full of energy and vibrancy ! The colorful mix of cushions in different frills and patchwork can enliven any bed; especially love the pom poms on the pink cushion.

The brightness of the room with stark white wall makes the perfect background for the lovely colors. Keep the wall color neutral with colorful linen, too much of color contrast can be unsettling.





With wall in neutral white the colors of the quilt and patchwork cushions are simply captivating !

The under water scheme of blue and yellow is so beautifully brought out in the melange of pillows and cushions. I am so in love with the sequined mermaid pillow.

It is a great idea to choose your colors and pick pillows in different designs, it keeps the design interesting while adding elegance to your room.






If you like variety and re arrange your home with the changing seasons then this one is too good to miss. While the linen-set is quite simple with no extra frills or cushions, it still is full of freshness of spring. An easy way to get the outdoor cheer inside.

The side table in rattan and the simple arrangement of leaves in a glass brings out the very best!






I so love this !! Everything here is so colorful and vibrant, the blue and green is an unusual combination but the bed throw is so captivating ! The best combination for the gypsy girl in you :) Check out the details in the cushions, quilt and pillows, each of them have so much interesting happening.

The Chinese umbrellas is an interesting touch though much less practical ;)





This is for the more traditional who enjoy the clean look and brightness. If too much of colors bother your sleep then this is an ideal combination, soothing and peaceful.

The freshness of the pink and blue leaves motif is so relaxing !






Retro appeal ?! While this bedroom is a riot of colors, it still lends to the theme so beautifully !

The disco theme maybe? The lovely polka dots and zebra stripes in pink are such an unusual combination! The sequined cushions, retro chair,the stringed drape are so unique and charming !!

The round pink rug and the pink ball lights, all of them make this look classy and stylish !






Yet another inspiration in Pink, the canopy of sheer with colorful patchwork and border is so feminine. Add to it the ultra feminine butterfly cushion in bright pink and red, The colorful striped quilt is such a beautiful piece as are the matching pillows in satin.

This design is definitely too busy for some but which little girl will not like it ?






If neutrals are what you prefer and love the coolness and eternal appeal, this is just for you. The energetic orange is not too overpowering and in combination with white forms a perfect balance.

The design is simple and transforms the room into a relaxed comfort zone !






Blue is such a versatile color. In combination with green the look is stunning. The details of the bed linen and throw is just unsurpassed ! The beautiful quilting and thread embroidery add great texture and elegance.

I specially love the blue all around the place in bed rails, curtains and the lovely pillow covers. What an interesting set of toys too !






This is yet another set of duvet in blue. The cute motifs of sea horse and shell son the white and blue duvet is so adorable ! I totally dig the whole setting, simple white head board brings out the colors of the light blue stripes and blue curtains.

The starfish on the walls are just too cute to miss. A sure winner in elegance and beauty !


The romance of red! This bed linen set is just perfect for those with romance in mind. The energy of red and the lovely print of roses is just perfect for a couple's bed. This is easy to replicate and stunning at the same time.

The red accents in the room also add to the whole feel !




These ideas are just to help you decide on the color, theme look and feel of your bedroom. Take all the time to make your bedroom the comfort zone that it should be. Get Inspired !

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Home Ideas in Stripes !!

I am totally smitten by home designs that revolve around a theme, it may be a color, a set of colors or even a pattern. Today after posting home designs in pink, and bedroom designs in black and white, I am bringing to you some really fun and classy designs in Stripes!

Stripes is such a versatile theme to do up your room or homes, it can be put on the wall, with bright colorful parallel strips, or just a colorful striped rug to break the monotony of the design. You will be amazed how it can be used to give a fun, to classic, to eccentric, to the most elegant. The ideas I am presenting here will help you decide the 'dosage' of stripes for your perfect room design :D


Living room designs in Stripes


This design is so classy! The eclectic striped painting on the wall breaks the monotony of the blank wall and engages the eye in the very first view.




Take the stripes to the wall and how I love the effect ! The room looks complete even with almost no decoration, its bright and colorful with a calming effect :)





This living space could have been way too formal but for the fun striped rug which brings in so much warmth to it. Colors of steel grey and black gels with the decor too.





This living room has a charming center table with multicolored stripes. The same colors are co-ordinate in the whole room, specially the cushions, to give it a complete look.




Bedroom Design in Stripes



This design shows how a simple striped rug can bring a refreshing to this dual tone room, just a little green and blue on the rug makes it so special.




This is a kid's room done up in rainbow colors. A delight for eyes! and will keep the mood happy and creative.




Striped Wall Design



The purple on the wall gives it such a distinctive look.. The satin finish almost shines, and coupled with some basic iron furniture its just so awesome.




From the formal purple to these funky bright blue ! Interspersed with some yellow and green they are so cheerful. With accessories and linen in matching colors its a very unique design.




Wall Art in Stripes

If you are not too sure about going the whole way, decorating the wall with stripes, try adding a few wall art in stripes instead. You will have a totally new look without much trouble. I totally dig this design! It looks like colorful bar coding :D




And this is another such inspiration, so colorful and yet not distracting, the lampshade with the stripes is 'oh co cute' ! Complete winner for me :)





Bathroom Designs in Stripes


Love the mirror !! Who wouldn't..add a little cheer to everyday life. A couple of framed art and those designer towels in beautiful stripes. Its so easy to recreate and a stunner too !





How about using different patters of wall paper to add the extra oomph to your room! The red and white stripes is so lively and energetic. A little dose of stripes do go a long way !




Some More Ideas


A lovely patchwork curtain in beautiful colors can add interest to any room.




An ottoman or storage box in pale green and chestnut is simple yet elegant.




Another storage idea, mini dresser in pink and green perfect for a girl's room !




A side table with stripes running across, brings freshness to the regular.





Yet another example of utilizing stripes to add to the design and decor of the room. Little details like the green bowls with flowers makes it so interesting !




I have presented ideas in stripes for wall, floor rugs, upholstery and furnishing. Its so easy to use these ideas to transform any room, with a little inspiration and creativity you can do it too !

Friday, October 2, 2009

Home Ideas in Pink !

I am sure most of us have our favourite color and what better way to use it than to put it into our homes ! All li'l girls love Pink and most of us don't grow out of it completely ;) So whether its doing up your girl's room or using a good patch of pink in your home, the designs here are all that you would need to get inspired.

Pink is such a versatile color, from shocking pink to the lovely pale pink, the entire spectrum covers 'mischievous' to the 'elegant'. So here are the designs which cover all the rooms (almost) from Living to Dining to Bedroom and a Bathroom too !


Living room Designs in Pink !

This Living room is in different shades of pink and in different materials; The wall paper, pictures, cushions and the wall, interspersed with a neutral white to bring out the classic elegant !





This is another design with lovely shades of pink making it so interesting and the applique of butterflies on the cushions most definitely makes it a girl's room. Love the drapes :)





This is the most elegant! The palest shade of pink and white makes it ethereal..the wall paper is just so interesting !





This is the simplest and the most beautiful combination! Pink with green..how it transforms the room giving it the punch as well as the serenity. The curtains and the cushions make this place.




With just one shade of pink this design is so chic ! The cushions and the wall art are interesting while the chandelier makes it so gorgeous !




This is THE little girl's room ! Love love it..and who would not ?




Bedroom Designs in Pink !!


If you love pink how can you not love this ! It's just the right amount of pink to transform this bedroom into extra-special. The single pink flower on the side table is just the perfect touch.




There are so many ideas in this room that one has to just look to get inspired. The dominant pink in the quilt set is just lovely !




This is so easy to replicate and is such a eye-catching design. Pink and green do look so good together !




Dining room Designs in Pink !

This is again the same combination of green and pink and the two colors are used in all the accents, curtains, bowls, cushions, wall clock..everything !! So exciting :)



Just the little dash of pink to make it special !




Beautiful and bright ! Pink with white and green and all the lovely colorful flowers thrown it. Holiday spirit I say :D



Bathroom Design in Pink !

This Bathroom has been done entirely in Pink...a little overwhelming but cute ! The truest Pink Bathroom ever :)




Some More Ideas !


A little bit of pink brightens any room..This storage rack in pink looks just so beautiful and refreshing !




This wall design looks great with an iron butterfly and flower. Grab this design and you will have a stunner !




I hope all of you have been inspired in some way ! Pink is very versatile in its different shades and these designs can be replicated in other colors and shades, so just get inspired and make them your own !

Incredible Series : Mirrored Furniture

I absolutely love Mirrors and they are totally the thing to go for when you would like to jazz up your home ! When I see something I adore, I love to share and here I am sharing some pictures of 'mirrored furniture' at GrahamandGreen.

It is so so gorgeous and totally lust worthy, at least a couple of pieces would definitely be a great addition to any home. These go into my incredible series due to the sheer genius of the use of mirror (check out the dressing table)in the furniture. Drool..

Check out and admire the awesome pieces !


Dressing Table



Console Table



Dressing Table and Stool




Mirrored Console Table and Mirror




Mirrored Side Table




50s Style Mirrored Dressing Table and Mirror




Angled Chest of Drawers




Mirrored Bedside Table




Mirrored Media Cabinet