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emodeling your home can be a big, and often an overwhelming project, but it doesn’t always have to be. Sometimes all you really need is a fresh coat of paint or smaller upgrades. If you’re not looking to do a whole home renovation, and just want to give your interior a little pick-me-up to stylishly welcome the season, consider revamping colors, textures and your home appliances.

istic, creating a cohesive look for a space is important. Often outdated home appliances get in the way of an otherwise seamless home design. A simple home appliance upgrade can easily change the overall style of a room for the better. With more homeowners tuned into online and televised DIY resources, manufacturers are challenged like never before to deliver high-end products that blend flawlessly into the background of a living space.

Color is key Daring patterns and color combos are gaining favor in homes across the country, especially in the most used room in the house — the kitchen. Give your kitchen a fresh, new look by taking a multi-toned cabinetry approach. Apply different shades to your upper and lower cabinets to create a completely new feel. Opting for colored cabinets, as opposed to a stain, helps develop a broader palette for the space and produces an identifiable color scheme. A similar approach can be taken for kitchens with islands. Make your island the focal point by opting for a vibrantly colored base or countertop. When it comes to your countertops and backsplashes, you can also achieve a standout look with a high-contrast approach. Pair deeply colored counters or backsplashes with more subtly hued cabinets and flooring to make a dramatic statement.

A little texture goes a long way Also take into consideration textures and materials — tile and stone are the norm, but unexpected pairings such as brick and butcher block can lend a whole new level of style. These simple details can make a drastic difference in the feel of your home, no matter what room in the house you’re sprucing up. In the kitchen or bathroom, choosing the right style and material of countertop can make or break your intended design. For example, the beauty of granite’s natural patterns make it a one-of-a-kind look for your home, while a newer kitchen design trend, stainless steel, provides a distinctive look. Another easy way to play with the texture in your home is by placing small, decorative objects throughout your living quarters. Natural and organic objects, like shells, stones or twigs, can be used to inject an outdoor feel in different rooms.

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he holiday entertaining season will soon be approaching — and that means that more than ever, the kitchen is going to be the focal point of your home. If the look of your kitchen makes you want to dine out, it may be time for an upgrade. The kitchen should be the heart of your home: it’s where you entertain, hold family meetings and even pay bills, so why not take it from “make-do” to “magnificent?” Add character with color: Even the most lackluster space can be energized with color Paint the walls or hang new curtains in a bright fabric. Or for a bigger statement, consider painted cabinets. To save you time and energy, manufactures now offer cabinets in a wide range of beautiful — and colorful — painted finishes. If considering a bold cabinet shade like blue or red, pair with complementary colors like brown or white — it will be easier to switch up the decor and add accent colors down the road. Sticking with a neutral color scheme? You can still make a statement and add warmth with a colorful mosaic tile backsplash. These backsplashes can instantly brighten a space and are now easier than ever to install. Plus, a glass backsplash is easy to clean, so you don’t have to worry about food splatters getting on walls. Faucet facelift: The sink area is among the most hardworking of kitchen spaces, and the faucet in particular, gets the most grueling daily workout. Because of its constant use, updating the faucet will immediately improve the function and look of your prep space. According to remodeling experts, contemporary styling is the fastest growing kitchen update. To easily obtain this look, a new modern faucet is the way to go. And don’t just stop with the kitchen faucet, fixtures such as built-in soap dispensers or beverage faucets can further the functionality and improved styling at the sink. In fact, research shows that more than one-third of homeowners remodeling their kitchens are interested in beverage faucets with filtration systems, as

Updates and some reorganization can help you create a gorgeous backdrop for your favorite family moments. well as matching soap dispensers. Amp up accessories: Much like fashion, accessories can make a room. Think of hardware as the finishing touch to make your space feel polished but also serve a purpose. To start, easily answer the age-old question: “where’s the dish towel?” Most homes don’t have a convenient place dedicated to hanging this necessity in the kitchen. For a stylish solution, install accessories such as hooks, towel bars or towel rings on the side of an upper cabinet, the end of the island or in other work areas. Next, think of the sink — accessories such as colanders and cutting boards can now fit seamlessly into the sink to help make meal prep and clean up a breeze.

Add personality: Adding something beautiful like a bouquet of flowers, new linens or a colorful new tea pot will bring life into the space You can also jazz up your kitchen with lively artwork. Whether it’s a professional painting you love or fun vintage posters, artwork helps complete your renovation. For a more personal touch, hang a grouping of family photographs, or frame some of your children’s more colorful artistic creations for a vibrant and charming display. Or, make artwork functional by painting an old framed mirror with chalkboard paint to display grocery lists, menus or your favorite quotes.

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all lawn decor is evolving from standard storebought decorations to items with unique twists for trendy and eye-catching looks. One big trend for this fall is skipping plastic decorations and using natural items — such as pumpkins, green garlands and branches — for attractive designs that are also ecofriendly. Shauntina Lilly, public relations planner for Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, says, “Many appreciate a good garden. They add curb appeal to the home, and kids can even help to jump-start their green thumb.” So there is a family togetherness aspect to today’s fall lawn and garden decor, with kids joining their parents and grandparents to create Fairy gardens are a top trend new and trendy pieces for in fall lawn decor. any outdoor space. Front terraces, back terraces, walkways and pool areas are now on the radar of do-it-yourselfers of all ages who want to create attractive views from the street, as well as fall-spruced outdoor entertainment areas. Here are Lilly’s top picks for giving classic fall lawn ornaments trendy twists. Wreaths “Wreaths are a staple for entryways, and there are techniques to decorate them in a unique way. One option is to use felt or paper flowers instead of the usual faux florals,” says Lilly. Other natural items to affix to the new class of fall wreaths include mini succulents, fresh flowers, cut fresh herbs, mini fruits and berry sprigs. “Another way to switch up wreath styling is to incorporate wood pieces, which are very on trend for fall 2016. The wood adds an unexpected yet heightened rustic effect to the wreath,” says Lilly. Think cut wood circles with messages painted or wood-burned into the center circle that can be affixed to the wreath. One trendy design idea is to paint the centers of your cut wood plaques with chalkboard paint so that you can artistically script out your message in chalkboard pen or paint. Your cut wood plaque can bear any monogram initial or saying you’d like, such as “Welcome” or “Hello, Fall.” Or your wreath can be made entirely of cut wood rounds, such as birch circles easily found in the craft store or cut yourself from fallen or cut branches. Hot-glue these small wood circles to a plastic foam wreath form and you’ll have a unique and trendy piece for your door, outdoor walls and light posts, or fence posts. “ “Additional ideas include ribbon wreaths or yarn wreaths. Wreaths are a decor item that can be tailored to any season or holiday,” says Lilly.

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Start from the ground up Install new flooring that’s inspired by the charm of vintage floors. Modern flooring styles mimic the look and feel of vintage woodwork — wide planks that echo farmhouse floors, distressed finishes and much more. By replicating techniques such as wire brushing and hand scraping, distressed flooring achieves the look of vintage craftsmanship. Rustic charm of wall accents Adding a wood accent wall can create the feel of a farmhouse or even an industrial loft. Wood can add an artistic element or focal point to backsplashes and ceilings. Whatever your goal, accent wood makes a statement. Small touches: Fixtures and surfaces Don’t forget the little details: a glass doorknob, an oil-rubbed light fixture or a stained

If you are looking to imbue your home with the timeless details of tradition, there’s a project of every scale. New materials that are designed to look old will not only perform better, they’ll last for years to come. And “timeless” is always on trend. glass panel in the window. These touches go a long way to convey the look of another era in a newer home. Mixing eras with furniture Antiques and classic period pieces mix well with more contemporary furnishings to create an eclectic style in a newer home. Mid-century modern elements — from architecture to furniture — weave their way into home decor again this season, proving their staying power.

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Pumpkins “This fall, white pumpkins are a huge trend,” says Lilly, who says you can find faux pumpkins in finished options. Or you can paint them with chalk paints for a weathered texture. Decorate fresh or faux pumpkins with color contrast, such as a trendy black-and-white paint motif. Decoupaged pumpkins are also on trend, with family photos cut and pasted onto the pumpkin for a fresh way to show off your favorite snapshots. Or style your pumpkin to fit the theme of a fall party on your terrace. Texture is also a hot trend for fall decor, and pumpkin accenting gets a boost by hot-gluing

lace trims in vertical patterns onto your pumpkins for a fresh look. You can also decorate natural or painted pumpkins with trendy gold foil, studs and bling. Garden Flags In addition to store-bought garden flags — whether they be the large ones hung from your house or mini garden flags on metal posts — you can create custom flags that share your choice of design, monogram or wording. Lilly says that some custom flags allow various parts of them to be moved by the wind. Fairy Gardens “For a twist, you can be the talk of the block with an enchanting fairy garden,” says Lilly, speaking of carved-out pumpkins or pottery embedded with moss and inserted with mini figurines. “These little landscapes, called fairy gardens, are a great way to shake up the scene of your home — indoors or out — and can be created for any season.” You can find fall lawn accent video tutorials and project instructions free on your craft store’s website, as well as on crafting blogs. And you might also consider signing up for craft classes where a knowledgeable crafting expert can help you fine-tune your crafting skills as you make a one-of-a-kind trendy fall garden accent to add extra autumn beauty to your home.

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ntroducing metals to an interior space adds interest to a room. Mixing metals in interior design, as well as jewelry and fashion, is a design trend that compounds the interest exponentially. Golds silvers, bronzes or coppers have been the mainstay of jewelry and fashion for decades. In the 1970s Cartier brought metal mixology to the mainstream with Love bracelets and bands combining yellow gold, white gold and rose gold. As we head toward 2017, consider adding a bit of jewelry to your home by making an investment in gold. Designers saw bronze come on strong when homeowners yearned for that “Tuscan” feel. The dark, rich metal made an easy segue as a complement to the beiges and taupes that took center stage on the design scene thereafter. Chrome and nickel then became the “cool” metallic choice as grays and blues came to the forefront. In 2015-2016 copper hues and rose gold were the metal of the moment. The warm tones were an ideal accent to Pantone’s 2016 colors of the year, Rose Quartz and Serenity, as well as the oh-so-popular grays. However, nothing warms a space like yellow gold. It bounces light around a room more than any other

metal and exudes luxury and glamour. It also plays well with others. Gold and silver can be friends. So, don’t rid your interior of chrome or nickel or any other pre-existing metal; just add gold. Gold is back big time! It is trending strong as a classic look; a glamorous finish that can stand alone or complement another. Think of gold for furnishings, lighting, wall coverings or accent pieces. A new “Gold Rush” is on the horizon, so get your shine on!

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or an easy room refresh, simply add a new area rug. Unlike the complicated task of a full-room rug installation, all it takes to create a new feel for a room is to unroll an area rug of any size, set it in place and call it a day. Area rugs achieve several decor goals at once: adding color, adding texture and defining a space within a room, such as a sitting area or an area for play or sleep. For example, a large area rug placed beneath a bed becomes a sort of frame for the bed, and depending on your choice of color and material, a rug can add warmth to a room or a dramatic pop of color in that neutral room you find so boring. An area rug can change the look of a room, making it seem as if you’ve just painted, and can elevate the look of your furniture — say, by bringing out the shade of your couch or the soft texture of its suede material. Best of all, this is one “remodel” that can be done on a budget. Remember that just like wall-to-wall rugs are now made with recycled and eco-friendly materials, so, too, are area rugs. So explore your options in rugs made from ultra-soft bamboo and other materials to ensure they are comfy to walk, stand and play on, yet not too plush so as to pose a tripping hazard for your family and guests. Try them out in-store to be sure they pass the “touch test” and are ideal as a functional element of your room. Here are some inspired ideas to get started. Shape. Area rugs aren’t just the traditional rectangular styles you may be used to. Now, you can find square rugs, ovals and circles to create your desired effect. Graphic patterns. In a simply designed room with little pattern, area rugs add a punch of artistry to the space. Trendy patterns for area rugs include oversized

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Area rugs get a makeover geometric shapes, colorful checkerboard patterns, cobblestone, branches and other nature motifs including birds, black-and-white lace for a formal bedroom or bathroom design, oversized stripes that create a nautical theme, and pairing two vibrant shades for a child’s playroom. Layered rugs. Shelly Hill, associate editor at the online furniture company Wayfair.com, says, “To create a space that’s unique and full of warmth, consider layering two (or even three) area rugs on top of each other. A few popular combinations are: jute or sisal and animal hide, multiple kilim rugs, and flatweave and sheepskin. The key to this trend is to keep the larger bottom rug in a neutral color. By setting a neutral base, you can layer a fun, colorful or patterned rug on top, and it won’t clash or become too overwhelming.” Hill advises making sure the top rug is at least 12 to 18 inches smaller than the bottom rug so that you can see the contrast between the two. Message on a rug. Messages are not just for wall hangings. Every morning when you walk into your kitchen to make your coffee, you can see “This day will be beautiful” on the rug at the foot of the sink, or be reminded to “live, laugh, love” on an area rug set before your coffee maker. Kids’ rooms could have custom-worded rugs, such as “Zoe’s Magic Carpet,” and an area rug in your walk-in closet could feature a sassy phrase like, “You look amazing, darling!” The effect of a rug. The experts at custom bathroom design company Birdsall Bath say that a custom, ornate mosaic tile pattern incorporated into your bathroom floor tiling can create the look of an area rug placed in front of an armoire or in front of his-and-hers sinks.

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