During the holiday season, one of the most exciting places to decorate is the fire place mantel. When it gets cold and dreary out, like it is known to do in the Washington, DC area, a warm fire really manages to bring a whole lot …

Our last Pantone 2014 Fall color that we are profiling is the stunning but subtle Aurora Red, which allows seamless intergration and cohesion from exterior to interior. One of the best parts about living in the Washington D.C. area is the access to an abundance …

Pantone Cognac is a beautiful light brown with just a hint of gray that manages to be warm and a neutral at the same time. It is the color of crisp autumn leaves that can be used to inspire a calming bedroom atmosphere or lively …

Cypress is a cross between an elegant army green and deep sage. This combination could not be more fitting for the extra layers, and abundance of herb infused cooking that begin to saturate the east coast during this time of year. If you want that …

Kitchens are one of the most lively places in your house, so be sure to make it comfortable and stylish – you and your guests will most likely spend lots of time there! We’ve shown you some great examples of painted cabinets, but today we …

Lately, the theme of many of our posts has been simplicity – white rooms, simple stripes, and this week we’re showing you how simply painting the floors can go a long way in terms of design and added interest. Check out our favorite floors painted black! The …

One of the best parts about painting is that you can never run out of imaginative ideas and places to put it. This week, we’re going to show you a way to add color in your entry in a small way that makes a big …

One of the easiest ways to breathe new life into a room is with a color update. Some rooms, especially kitchens, it can be costly to upgrade appliances, in addition to new cabinetry. Sometimes, all it takes to give a kitchen a facelift is to …

Mint paint is a great color for summer time – it has a cool calming effect that invokes a fresh atmosphere. It has just enough of a hue to be colorful without being overwhelming. Take a look at our favorites below! Mint Paint Colors by …

Two-toned walls are a simple method to bring added interest to your home, along with the illusion of height. A two-toned wall can be used to anchor large objects in a room, like a bed. There’s no need for a headboard when there is a colorful …