A recent alteration and addition to a single-storey Melbourne cottage by Techne Architecture + Interior Design and Doherty Design The crate addition at the back of the home includes an open-plan living room, a dining room and kitchen and is orientated A quirky addition to any living room, a truly crazy scary piece of furniture. Lampshade detailing that includes matted hair and warts. The spine even looks like it has a curving effect, just like a real one. Looking for a versatile purse that will go with Want to change the look of your space on a budget? Here's a simple and colorful living room decorating idea -- keep your essential pieces neutral, and customize your lighting and décor for the seasons. These three living rooms began with the same basic The interior layout was reorganised, with utility rooms and a guest suite set at ground level, and the living and dining area positioned on the double-height floor above. A master suite and en-suite bathroom occupy the uppermost floor, below the new roof. the award is for first-time entries into the competition and is judged by those franchisees who have achieved Decorating Den Certified Decorator status. Cassy Young, of Bogart, Ga., won first place for a living room design. Abby Dahlinghaus, of Eaton You live with kids and you wonder: Is it even possible to have a living room free of Lego bricks or walls free of Don’t wait until your kids are gone before you enjoy your house. As interior designer Carrie Miller says: “A home is meant to be .
Here are seven common living-room mistakes most people are making and how to rectify them. A monochrome palette can make a room appear larger, but staying safe with white or grey can come across as boring and sterile. The good news is a plain interior One benefit of a neutral structure in the dining room is the subsequent freedom to add pizazz with tableware and centerpieces. • Christine Brun is a San Diego-based interior designer and the author of "Small Space Living." Send questions and comments to But with kids, I find that my decorating style has leaned more toward neutral backdrops I’ve learned a lot over the years about our style. Our living room used to have a dark brown coffee table, dark bookshelf, and dark end tables. Large backyard has 2 sheds, a newly installed dog run and sundeck accessed through oversize patio door from sunken living room. Many updates in this fantastic family home over the last few years newer electrical, plumbing, newer interior and exterior doors .