Hello, my name is Lesley and I have a confession - I'm obsessed with black and white home decor. I've been in love with zebra prints since my wild days as a teenager with a zebra bedspread and lime green walls. Bold black and white damask prints excite me. Heck, even the color scheme for my own...

Orange you happy to hear the news? (Sorry, couldn't resist a little pun.) Pantone has just announced Tangerine Tango as the 2012 Color of the Year! This warm and vibrant shade, full of optimism and energy, is set to make a big impact in the world of interior design. "There's the element...

Looking to get a little extra life out of your existing table lamps? Add a new lamp shade on top, or try updating the look of the lamp shade finial . The finial is the crowning ornamental detail at the top of the shade, and adding a new design can totally remake the look of a lamp. It's also a...

Last year I visited Copenhagen during the holiday season. Already smitten with Danish furniture and lighting design, the trip cemented my obsession with Scandinavian style, especially in wintertime. Early sunsets make for long dark days, hence the practice of washing everything in white and light. Unlike...

If there was ever an overlooked key to stylish organization, it’s the humble but incredibly versatile clipboard. They come in an endless variety of sizes, colors and materials and are easily painted or covered with papers or fabrics with graphic punch. Best of all, they’re inexpensive and...

Do you keep a list of your most wanted furniture and home decor pieces? You know what I mean - those items that you're secretly wishing for? Or maybe not-so-secretly dropping hints about wanting? Whether it's a folder filled with magazine tear sheets, an inspiration board on Pinterest, or a mental...

Since the first Academy Award Show in 1929, Oscar fashion has been documented, dissected and desired. Gorgeous ladies in unattainably beautiful couture gowns will forever have us "normal folk" swooning. With award season kicking off this weekend with the Golden Globes and triumphantly ending...

Sometimes you see a room, or an outfit, and think, "I never would have put those colors together." I admit to not having been a huge fan of pink and navy rooms, but it's definitely grown on me. When done right of course. The secret, judging from these spaces, is to maintain relatively straight...

The hot trend of the moment? Mini-chandeliers ! The look makes a great accent for smaller seating areas or dining rooms or anywhere you need to make a big style statement. Designers are also using them to create extra sparkle over bedroom nightstands. Used in this way the they eliminate the need for...

Have you ever wondered how to measure a lampshade? We're going to de-mistify it for you! Naturally, I love lampshades because they're an easy and inexpensive way to update your decor. But buying one can be a bit confusing if you're not familiar with the terminology. If you've ever wondered...

Sadly, summer is over which means time to get back to work. Why not inspire yourself by carving out a creative home office? Ideas are abound to update the look of some often overlooked spaces. It doesn’t matter if you don’t have a dedicated office or craft room, with some creativity and ingenuity...

The average home has 24 or so light switches (I've got 20 in my house), yet only 60% of homes use dimmers on one or more switches. The great thing about dimmers is that they are a simple way to lower energy costs (by 10% or more) and extend the life of your light bulbs (up to 30 times!) They are...

It's always exciting to see what home decor trends become popular each season. (Maybe it's just me? I am kind of a design dork. No matter what your taste, there's sure to be a style you can embrace to update your home while also keeping true to your own tastes. The Modern Industrial style...

Looking for a fast and easy upgrade for your existing lamp shade? Try these new lamp shade slipcovers. Just slip them over your existing shade, cinch up the drawstrings, arrange the folds and you're done. You can trim the ties or create a festive bow with them as you wish. Use the slipcover...

Running water has long been thought to have soothing effect on mood. It's all-natural, auditory therapy. In these turbulent times nature is a balm for the soul. A wall fountain in the bedroom takes on additional appeal. Especially with the dry indoor air of winter and the impending bustle of December...

Will we ever reconcile the notion of town and country? We did it with peanut butter and jelly, not to mention ham and cheese. Sandwiches aside, people tend to favor one or the other when it comes to their lifestyle which carries over into designing for the holidays. So, which do you prefer, a Town or...

bobvila.com has a how-to article on setting up a home theater. With the impending switch to high-definition and flat screens, living rooms are doing double-duty as home theaters. Our very own Michael Berman has a whole paragraph of tips for lighting home theaters. To easily get more adjustability I would...

Taking its inspiration from nature, Organic Style is casual and inviting. The décor is warm with motifs derived from plants, trees, stones and animals. 1.Color Palette The color palette tends toward beiges, browns, soft golds and woodland greens that are found in the countryside. 2...

Maybe you’ve been really busy, or suddenly discover your missing holiday spirit in a child’s heart-felt card. In any event, it’s never to late to bring a bit of the holidays into you home. Here's our guide to simple holiday decorating: Don’t bother stressing over a full...

Did you know that ceilings are the new walls? It's almost 2013..... the year of the ceiling. So when you think about decorating a room in the new year.....just look up! I have decorated ceilings before. I've added decorative ceiling medallions and painted ceilings and added moldings...

Reader's Digest recently posted 10 tips for saving money on your home remodel. In addition to good advice like installing energy efficient features and planning ahead for future upgrades, we like tip #10: 10. Order over the Internet Can't find a nice-looking low-voltage light fixture at a...

One of my favorite features in fashion magazines is 'wear it now, wear it later' photo spreads that suggest tips for getting the most out of your wardrobe. (You know the ones I mean. A model snuggles fireside in a chunky cardigan and silk sundress, then on the next page she's in the same...

We caught up with designer Stacy Garcia by phone and chatted a bit about her design philosophy and her new shade pattern designs at LampsPlus.com. 1. You're known for your colorful and innovative hospitality industry designs. Is there a lot of difference between designing for the industry and...

So, remember that time when you forgot that there was a big holiday celebration coming up and you didn't plan any decorations for your home to entertain the 20+ family members that will be showing up later this evening and now you're totally panicking? If that time is TODAY, never fear! Here...

There’s usually a sense of relief this time of year, when you clear away the holiday decorations. Then you realize that, suddenly, everything looks a little dreary and the prospect of the same old-thing from now until spring seems somehow dispiriting. That’s exactly why the post-holiday weeks...