renovation Columns
January 31, 2012
This charming hotel suite is inspiration for a guest room that would be welcoming at any age or stage.
I am continuing on the theme of last week’s column, which showed small renovations or decorative solutions that can be done over a weekend or two. Here are three more projects inspired by reader letters: a colour switch, furniture reorganization and fireplace makeover.
Q: We have a free bedroom now that our children have moved away and we want to decorate it for use as a guest bedroom. I love lavenders and blues, however, I don’t want the room to be too feminine.
A: A colour switch completely transforms a room. Begin by shopping for new draperies and bed linens. Fabrics in shades of lavender and blue are plentiful, and the patterns will set the tone.
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January 23, 2012
Choose a small renovation or decorative details such as a painted celiling to revitalize your home.
Wintertime finds us all indoors more, and, especially after the holiday decorations come down, home base just might be calling out for a bit of a boost. It really does not take much to add a refreshing punch to any room....(read more)
