Jamie John

Modern or contemporary are actually two different styles, despite being seemingly similar to one another. Furthermore, attempting to blend a third (or second) style with either of these two styles can make things become confusing or downright frustrating. Here are a few tips and tricks on how to blend vintage with modern or contemporary interior design.

It's not unusual for a person to be drawn to two different interior design styles. Modern design and classic design are two popular styles, and for good reason. Modern represents everything that is new, while classic represents those pieces that have been around and will continue to be around. Here are a few tips and tricks to mix and match two different interior design styles in a single space.

Your porch is the entryway to your home whether it's through the front door or the back. But often, the porch is a neglected part of interior design. Even if your porch really isn't on the interior of your home, it still can be decorated to suit the rest of your homes design features and elements easily. Use these tips and techniques for porch decorating and you can be sure you're going to get the best decorations for your porch.

When choosing a paint color for your kitchen, it's a good idea to take your time and do a little research about what colors, tones and décor will match your interior design project perfectly. While there are many articles that can tell you how to paint your kitchen, there are not so many that tell you what not to do. Use these painting dos and don'ts for the kitchen and you can be sure you're going to get a paint color you'll love.

Art Deco is an interior design style that has been around for almost 100 years. It started around the 1920s and has enjoyed small surges in popularity throughout its many years. Of course, as with any design style, it's not necessarily for everyone. In order to determine if this style will work for your home and your lifestyle, you'll need to know some of the basics. Heres the low down on Art Deco interior design.

If you're looking to redecorate your space in a more environmentally conscious way, you may find yourself considering sustainable interior design. According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency,) sustainability is a concept in which everything we use or need depends entirely on the environment around us. In other words, it involves using items that are renewable or renewed, which helps make the world a better place for future generations.

In 2012, people are finding various ways to add luxurious elements back into their lives through their home spaces. Depending on your budget, you may want to consider Hollywood Regency style interior design. This particular look is extremely glamorous and luxurious, making it ideal if you're looking for exactly that. It can even be mixed into other design styles, such as contemporary or modern, for a unique look. Here's the low down on Hollywood Regency home decor.

The stairways are often neglected when it comes to decorating the home. Sure, they might get a minor facelift: new carpeting or a new painted banister; but how many people really pay attention to their stairways? After all, they're used on a daily basis, so are they not worthy of their own interior design? In 2012, people are finding new ways to add a touch of whimsy to their homes: particularly through the use of colorful stairways.

In 2012, a lot of people are trying to get back to their roots: American made products, family heirlooms, going green and so forth. In interior design, this means the rise of a variety of decor styles from rustic to industrial and just about everything in between—at least everything that feels American. The great thing about America is that we've blended a variety of cultures and thus, a variety of decor styles for a unique look. Natural, rustic interior design is just one of many decor looks.

With remodeling, there are a number of issues you need to tend to from choosing the right cabinet styles to finding the right backsplash to compliment your space, while still keeping in mind resale value, of course. Kitchen designs today are open, perfect for family gatherings and entertaining but also perfect for keeping an eye on the kids while cooking dinner. Here are a few interior design tips and tricks to create an open, modern kitchen space.