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Awkward home office corner
I work from home full time. I have some space in my office but I am not sure what to do with it. I thought about putting a relaxing chair in there so I could read while on my lunch break.
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Awkward Wall
hi! I’m new here and hoping for some advice from some seasoned members. I work from home and I’m at home….a lot. Because I’m home so much, I fixate (to put it lightly) on the things about my house that don’t work and make impulse purchases to quell the cabin fever in my soul. I am currently fixated on my formal living…
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Combined Kitchen / Dining space - how to furnish?
Hello! We have a combined kitchen / dining space. We just got a "new" (AptDeco) dining table. Currently we have an old kitchen table in the far corner near the windows. We want to replace that and possibly do a breakfast nook. We thought we could do a small circular table with a bench or a couple of chairs. Would love to…
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Hoping to get an honest opinion on my kitchen
I recently had my cabinets re painted. I wanted to avoid “super trendy” option so I stuck with Pure White and added Tricorn Black on island and Hood. I have black mist granite on the counters. I splurged on unlaquered brass hardware. My issue is that I feel like the sink wall ( all white ) is lacking … I have tons of light…
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Ideas for a living room nook
Hi AT! I'm hoping you can help with some design ideas for this recessed nook in my living room. I've been outfitting this turn-of-the-century apartment over the past few months, and this is the one spot I just can't figure out. It's about a 3'x3' space -- obviously not a ton of room, but it's a cool feature, and I'd hate…
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Problem areas I need help with
I have two areas I can’t quite figure out in my new apartment and would love some help. Any creative tips, ideas, or thoughts. One is my entryway with a shoe cabinet and art over top and the other is my kitchen area. No clue how to approach these areas. Was thinking maybe a breakfast nook for the kitchen area? Thoughts!
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Primary Bedroom Help
ok….I am helping my sister-in-law with her bedroom and my brain is a little fried on this project so ANY help is appreciated! She loves her wallpaper so that is staying as is all the furniture (the chair will probably go). The help I need is figuring out what to do regarding window treatments and the adjacent walls that…
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west elm couch needs a facelift
DD taking this 6 yo well loved west elm piece to new grown up apt. How can we freshen it up? structurally fine.
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Advice for Framing a Pillow
Hi all! I have a medium-sized square pillow that my grandmother made for me, and I'm trying to figure out the best way to frame it. Has anyone had experience doing this? What kind of frame would be best?
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Kitchen fresh up
Hi, I am hoping to find help on how to give a new look to this kitchen . We are moving in mid April and I am not a fan of the backsplash and over look of the kitchen. I like sage green looking kitchen with gold finishes . Since we are buying this place we won’t have a big budget in to make those changes right the way. Any…
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Hanging Art in Narrow Spaces
My living room walls are just 2.9 meters apart and already have artwork on them. I have about 4 smaller pieces which I’m thinking of displaying but don’t really know if I should given the current number of the pieces already on the walls. Thus I’d be grateful for your recommendation as to how to hang the other pieces if…
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Help! I have no design skills...suggestions? ideas?
I bought this little house! I think it has potential, but I just don't know what to do! I think boho would be a nice direction to go. What do you all think? It's supposed to be a 2 bedroom, 1 bath - but I think it'd be nice to have it more so as a 1 bedroom with an office/library space.
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Open Floorplan Living / Dining Area Q
Hi, all! I live in a 1950s home that was renovated by the previous owners in 2018. The living / dining / kitchen space is all open plan, which I love, but it's presented some interesting layout conundrums. It's a long narrow space, making it a awkward and I think limiting, but that's why I'm here, to get some advice. The…
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How would you design this small studio apt (with seperate kitchen)?
I'm having a hard time to come up with ideas where to put everything and how to make this small space look good. Now it just looks old and rugged, but I'm not allowed to do any permanent changes, so I need to fix this by decorating. I'd need to fit a bed and a tv here at least and find out where to store my books and…
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wall paint colors high rise apartment floor to ceiling windows lake view
I live in a high rise apartment with floor to ceiling windows and lake view (blue). What colors would be good for walls? I do not like white walls. Thanks!
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Intro tips and resources?
Hi folks, my wife and I are finally getting around to learning how to make our small home (1500 square feet) more beautiful. What basic tips or intro resources can I examine to start building my skills as an amateur interior designer?
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Dining Room Strife
The image is my dining room currently.. which is giving me angina. The chairs + table is a must stay for me. The rug is a main source of pain for me, especially since its the same color as the walls, however, I am having trouble finding a new rug due to the bold colors of the chairs. Truly any and all help to make this…
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Bedroom redo
I have a spare bedroom 12x12 and want to repaint and make it my personal zen space. Will use as a spare bedroom/ office space. Need to repaint. Have a few pieces of furniture. Thinking of a light green color but what do you suggest? What type of decor can I use for this room?
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Sophisticated rug
I need help choosing a bedroom rug.
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Help me design my hallway, please
hi all, I’ve recently moved in to a new appartement. I went from renting to owning, and excited to making the place my own. I want to accentuate the high ceilings and character of the place with some timeless elegance. The hallway needs to have plenty of shoe storage as well as space to hang coats and bags. Let’s have some…
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Any suggestions to spice up my kitchen?
Hello! I rent a place with nice kitchen amenities — but I'm thinking about either painting the wall color or even putting a peel & stick backsplash as the walls get scratched up with extended use. I'm not sure what color or faux tile type would look best in this kitchen! Any suggestions?
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What to replace carpet with
Newly bought home with open floor plan, has lovely hardwood floors except in living room which is carpeted (no hardwood underneath). Wall-to- wall must be removed-as do those valances, but what do we replace the carpet with? Am thinking some sort of ivory or cream ceramic tile, as this might look intentional. (No tile that…
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Rearrange bed
hi. can anyone suggest how do I rearrange my bed as i am smoking so im thinking to move the sofas ? ? Or bed? 😅
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Accent Chair Recommendations for Small Living Room
Would love some help finding a great accent chair for our space :). We have been looking into something like these: or . But would love extra ideas to complete the living room :D
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Request for Condo Kitchen Upgrade Ideas
I have a very small kitchen which has no light. I am sharing the kitchen pics and the outside wall of the kitchen that is facing the living room. I am looking forward to getting ideas from fellow community members who are so creative (Sigh! I wish I was as creative as you awesome folks are!) Looking forward to hearing from…
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My hallway needs a mirror??????
I live in a heritage home, and feel that my hallway is in serious need of a mirror, for practical purposes, and for aesthetic purposes. But, I have a light switch to deal with. The wall are 100 plus years, lathe and plaster with a rough finish. The entire width is 30 inches, and the light switch ends 10 inches in, so if I…
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Studio apartment with no windows
how do I bring light into a very small studio apartment that has no windows?
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Desperate help needed with design/decor
Hi, we have a second bedroom which serves many purposes and i really struggle to design and decor. It's small without a great deal of light. It is used as cave man for my partner, office and guest room for my inlaws and friends. I dont like modern style. Do like rustic, with industrial elements...not sure how to fit nice…
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Nonworking fireplace, how to furnish around it
My boyfriend and I just moved into a new space. One of our rooms that we'd like to use as an entertainment room has a nonworking fireplace that is in somewhat of an awkward space. My goals for this room are: 1) to have as much seating as possible (think big comfy couch) 2) to have space for a desk 3) to hang a projector…
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Curtains - how should we hang them?
Hi! My boyfriend and I just moved into our new space. It's an older building that has lots of beautiful wood moldings. We have two windows in our bedroom, I'm hesitant to hang curtains within them because I don't want to block the natural light during the day. But the moldings are nearly at the top of the ceiling so I'm…
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Open Concept
How do I put bright colors together in a open concept apartment ?
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Ideas on how to split 2 rooms in 3 and and aisle
Hi! I need advise and ideas on how to better divide two rooms to get 3 bedrooms. I have 3 kids, 1 teen daughter (12), and 2 young boys (7 and 8), and about to move to a smaller home. I 'd like to get two separated private spaces, one for me (parent), and one for my teen daughter. The boys are young and can have a less…
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Configuration help...mudroom/laundry room
Hello! We are in the process of hiring a carpenter to help build us a mudroom bench and laundry storage. I've been trying to find a better way to configure. We have a peloton, washer/dryer, litter box, dog/cat feeding stations in the space currently. I'm thinking of doing something like in the sketch (peloton where w/d is,…
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Worth the cost...tiny rowhouse bathroom reno
Hello! We live in a rowhouse that is on the smaller side. We have one full bath. I've been considering removing the tub for a glass enclosure but then I started thinking how this space might be configured to give us a tiny bit more room. Given how how small it is not sure there is anything that will help. Pictures of…
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Odd shaped den/office guest room ideas
I live in a classic 1 bed Chicago apartment from 1901 so the rooms are all shaped odd (but with tall ceilings and a lot of character) and I have this den under the stairs that I have used as an office but want to add some sort of sleeping arrangement for guests. I can move my desk to the large blank wall and give myself 6'…
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New ceiling fan or just new light fixture?
I have a dated ceiling fan with lights in my bedroom. I love using the fan and enjoy the way it lights the room, but I am tired of looking at it. Should I upgrade to a newer one or try a regular light fixture and just by a standalone fan for those times when I need the air?
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Bathrooms
I am building a house, the whole house will have grey screed flooring, except the shower floor in bathrooms. Bath and toilet will be white, but taps and basin will be black. I need to tile the floor of the shower and some walls because screed flooring is sensitive to most cleaning chemicals. What color should I tile the…
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Blank wall ideas
I have a huge blank wall in our great room (living room & kitchen). I have no idea what to do with it, putting a huge painting will cost too much and might be hard to do. We already have a photo gallery wall upstairs so maybe something else. 🤔 Need ideas, please. 😫
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Theme of the home being n human being
Dear all, i have invested more than 30 years to discover being n human being and I’m looking that to be reflected in my 6650 square feet apartment. I’m looking to express it through paintings sculptures. Can anyone share what ideas will allow for that. Also artist who can create that? Thank u ..looking forward to hear your…
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Desk/console/secretary with chair in corner of living room
For various reasons, we need to have a work station (desk, secretary, etc.) in an area of our living room. You can see in the photo (left upper corner) that we just have a random small desk and chair but are looking to have it coordinate and blend better with the rest of the living room. It does need to be functional—-it…