Top – Top Inspirations http://topinspirations.com Feel inspired every day Thu, 08 Jun 2017 13:02:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.7.5 Cuteness Overload: Dalmatian Prints For Your Interior http://topinspirations.com/cuteness-overload-dalmatian-prints-for-your-interior/ Mon, 05 Jun 2017 11:39:48 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=20546 Hey friends. It’s time to break the monotony of the design. Today it’s the day when we will show you something different. Our article is called: Cuteness overload: Dalmatian prints for your interior. Use Dalmatian prints for your interior walls, for your chairs covering, for carpet style and design. If you love animals you will ...

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Hey friends. It’s time to break the monotony of the design. Today it’s the day when we will show you something different. Our article is called: Cuteness overload: Dalmatian prints for your interior. Use Dalmatian prints for your interior walls, for your chairs covering, for carpet style and design. If you love animals you will definitely love this design. Use in all of the rooms in your house.

Forget about blank walls of your house. Add wallpaper with perfect canvas and prints. The wallpaper with this design it’s cheap. Save money and also make your room beautiful. If you are a little creative you could do it yourself this design. In some of the following images you will see do it yourself creations. Just save the following images on your desktop. I am sure that this will help you to do this.

Your kids room could looks like a Disney movie. Just choose this style and make your kids happy. Be happy with good designed house. Break the monotony look of house. Try with something new that no one have it. After choosing this design, many people will try to copy your design.

I invite you to see how it looks to decorate the house with Dalmatian prints.Our time have chosen the best images just for you.  I hope that you will like the design. Discover the perfect print, canvas and photos for your interior!

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16 Modern and Cool Raised Garden Bed Ideas http://topinspirations.com/16-modern-cool-raised-garden-bed-ideas/ Mon, 05 Jun 2017 11:20:26 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=20543 Raised garden bed could be any box full with flowers. It doesn’t have to be something exclusive. In our today article, we will show you how to create raised garden bed by yourself. Not all of the following ideas are do it yourself, but there is a lot of choice. Some of the images are ...

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Raised garden bed could be any box full with flowers. It doesn’t have to be something exclusive. In our today article, we will show you how to create raised garden bed by yourself. Not all of the following ideas are do it yourself, but there is a lot of choice. Some of the images are example of modern garden in backyard or front yard place.

You will have the chance to see wooden boxes for planting flowers, bottle bed for your flowers, metal edging for your flowers and plants, Gabions and stones for planting flowers there. As I told before, you could use any stuff for creative lovely bed for your flowers. Just be creative and do it. The creativity is already here and we give to you for free. All you need to do is to see the images, to find the material you need and to do this for your outdoor place. I am sure that this will be suitable for your outdoor place. Plant a lot of flowers, plant a lot of green threes and nature will be grateful to you. We need nature to be happy and we need gardening for living long life. Take care for your garden and make the most u=out.

I think that this introduction was enough inspiring to see the following images. I wrote it by myself just to motivate you. See 16 modern and cool raised garden bed ideas. Inspire yourself and try to copy some of the following gardens. Thanks a lot for your attention, my dear friends!

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14 Lovely Backyard Landscaping Design You Shouldn’t Miss http://topinspirations.com/14-lovely-backyard-landscaping-design-shouldnt-miss/ Fri, 02 Jun 2017 22:30:56 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=20471 Hey dear friends. We know that planting a flowers and creating a landscaping is exciting experience. Spend lovely time in your outdoor place and take care for back yard. We will give you inspiration, ideas and creativity. Your task is just to use our ideas and to make the best backyard landscaping. This article is ...

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Hey dear friends. We know that planting a flowers and creating a landscaping is exciting experience. Spend lovely time in your outdoor place and take care for back yard. We will give you inspiration, ideas and creativity. Your task is just to use our ideas and to make the best backyard landscaping.

This article is about backyard landscaping ideas for back yard, front yard or garden place. Stay with us till the end of this article and see our ideas. You will see colorful landscaping, landscaping full with flowers and many other ideas.

People spend a lot of time to take care for their interior place. Now, it’s time to take care for their outdoor place. When interior place is modern designed but outdoor place is forgotten, the house decor is incomplete. Both places are important to us, we should not make a difference. Your backyard is place where form some of the strongest memories with our friends and family. This is the most important place of our exterior. That’s why we need to plant a lot of flowers and to clean the yard. We need a colorful backyard place to relax and enjoy there.

Check out lovely backyard landscaping design you shouldn’t miss. So check these backyards out, and see if you can’t come up with something for your home that will serve as a constant source of joy for you, your family and your friends. Some of the following ideas are do it yourself. So, if you are creative you could do it and and you could love it. Thanks a lot for your attention!

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14 Awesome Wooden Lamps to Take Your Breath Away http://topinspirations.com/14-awesome-wooden-lamps-to-take-your-breath-away/ Fri, 02 Jun 2017 22:26:55 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=20468 Hey dear friends. How are you? Do you need ideas for your indoor lighting? If the answer of this question is yes, stay with us. We will show you some very special wooden lamps that you will like.  Wood is the most used material for every house. We use wood for our furniture pieces, our ...

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Hey dear friends. How are you? Do you need ideas for your indoor lighting? If the answer of this question is yes, stay with us. We will show you some very special wooden lamps that you will like.  Wood is the most used material for every house. We use wood for our furniture pieces, our picture frames and our table lamps. The lampshade made of wood looks so nice. It gives the table elegance and enough lighting. See the most awesome wooden lamps to take your breath away. But first of all read my little introduction that I wrote to motivate you.

If you have no place to add this lamp on our table stand, add t on the floor. Nowadays, a lot of people add their wooden lamps on the flooring. So, floor tall and wooden lamps became favorite to many people.

If you don’t like the design of these wooden lamps, you can do it yourself a wooden lampshade. But how? Don’t worry, I will find the instructions for doing by yourself a lamp and I will write another article. You just need to follow our website and to be in trend with the interior design. And we? We are the best team that tries to give you the best interior design ideas.

I invite you to see the following awesome wooden lamps to take your breath away. Take a look in a our photo gallery! Thank you for your attention. Have a nice weekend and keep following us in future!

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16 Mosaic Garden Pathways That Will Steal the Show http://topinspirations.com/16-mosaic-garden-pathways-that-will-steal-the-show/ Fri, 02 Jun 2017 10:34:01 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=20465 There are people that with one touch transform every object into art. Those people are simply born creative. But what is more important, they share their ideas with us in an unselfish way. In this article we will show you how some people used stones for creating mosaic pathways and walkways for their own place. ...

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There are people that with one touch transform every object into art. Those people are simply born creative. But what is more important, they share their ideas with us in an unselfish way. In this article we will show you how some people used stones for creating mosaic pathways and walkways for their own place. This is what I called ART. Spend some time to see mosaic garden pathways that will steal the show.

Stones and pebbles gives every outdoor place an unexpected look and elegance. Your outdoor place is clean and you admire the walkway. That’s it. You don’t really need to be an artist to do this by yourself. All you need is a little creativity, extra free time and the needed material. The material are small rocks, pebble stones and large stones. Also, you will need colored stones. Use your creativity and do this for your outdoor place. Save money and also enjoy in lovely design. Just click on the link below every image and you will see the instructions. It’s so easy project and fun for doing.

I invite you to see the following mosaic garden pathways that will steal the show. My favorite is walkway in the image number one. And what about you? Which of the following garden pathways is your favorite? Don’t be shame and tell me in comment below this article. Thanks a lot for your attention and spent minutes on our website. Have a nice weekend and share this article with the people you know!

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The Urban Farmer-4 Tips For Building Your Own Home Veggie Garden http://topinspirations.com/the-urban-farmer-4-tips-for-building-your-own-home-veggie-garden/ Thu, 23 Feb 2017 18:16:41 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=18858   When we think of moving to the suburbs or the city, it’s often approached with the mindset that there is a tradeoff between convenience and natural living. However, while you may not be making a home between lush acres of grassland and greenery, there is still a great potential to build up your backyard ...

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When we think of moving to the suburbs or the city, it’s often approached with the mindset that there is a tradeoff between convenience and natural living. However, while you may not be making a home between lush acres of grassland and greenery, there is still a great potential to build up your backyard farm. With that in mind, we have developed a brief list of helpful tips to get you started on your veggie voyage!

 

Tools of the Trade

 

While the most basic of gardens can be taken care of with as little as some water and a bit of sunlight, depending on the nurturing needs of your backdoor ambitions, there is an abundance of helpful accessories that will help keep your grassy areas grandiose. Irrigation supplies are the first port of call for those looking for a long-term project, as they allow you the most efficient moisture control and maintenance available. On hot days where you can’t be at the beck and call of your fledgeling fruits, these tools also ensure that your plants can still get the nutrients and water they need to thrive.

 

A Little Wiggle Room

 

You may have already mapped out your backyard for some homemade horticulture. However, are you really ready to give up that much garden space? One issue that is faced with suburban gardening, as opposed to the sprawls of flourishing farmland, is that very few of us have the ample space to cultivate our dirt-filled dreams.

 

However, this doesn’t mean all is lost, as it gives you the opportunity to get creative with placement.

 

Adding a dash of feng shui to your foundations will not only give you the room to grow your greenery, it also doubles as a naturally stylish set piece for your growing garden. This can be achieved by placing smaller vegetable patches around your yard to create a sense of harmony, and can be very handy for allocating ideal areas to your plants.

 

Discussing the Ideal

 

Unfortunately, while you may be gearing up for a flourishing backyard filled with fantastical fruits and vibrant vegetables from across the globe, we may have some bad news. As with all plants, fruits and vegetables indeed have their ideal climates to thrive in. Without investing your time, space and money on a greenhouse or other large-scale alternative, we have very little control over our environment on a daily basis, which can limit us to the things that our gardens are more suited to.

 

Though that may sound less than ideal, even the harshest of climates can be a nutritious wonderland given the right planning. No matter the conditions, there’s always something that is sure to grow in your garden! Be sure to study up on local plants, taking into account the specific conditions of your backyard, such as shade and soil quality. You may find that there is a wealth of potential plant candidates that you had neglected to consider for a place in your patch, adding an extra layer of excitement to an already lovely life choice.

 

Sticking to Schedule

 

Now, growing your own garden may seem like a wonderful idea, but do you have the time?

We all appreciate the idea of stepping out into a natural sanctuary, full of bushels and trees adorned with bounty of every shape and size, but this visage is not one that’s cultivated through inactivity. Depending on the size of your proposed project, taking care of a garden can almost feel like taking care of a child, as it needs constant attention and care. This image that may not appeal to those looking for quick success. Gardens can take months to begin truly blooming, and a hectic schedule that forces you away for extended periods of time doesn’t mix well with the true gardener’s lifestyle.
While there’s much to be considered when deciding on a vegetable patch, there’s also much to be earned. A successful growth will offer delicious, fresh food that tastes of accomplishment and nourishment, which is a taste we all need every once in awhile. Good luck!

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Storage Solutions for your Home http://topinspirations.com/storage-solutions-home/ Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:24:55 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=18418 If there’s one thing that any home can’t have enough of, regardless of size, it’s storage space. And while it’s safe to say that homeowners have done remarkably well accumulating mementos and keepsakes over the years, it’s just not that easy to part with them; and that means we all need to become just a ...

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If there’s one thing that any home can’t have enough of, regardless of size, it’s storage space. And while it’s safe to say that homeowners have done remarkably well accumulating mementos and keepsakes over the years, it’s just not that easy to part with them; and that means we all need to become just a bit more innovative when it comes to find ways to store them.

With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of some pretty ingenious storage solutions that any homeowner can use to assuage those their storage woes.

  1. Make Use of That Space Beneath Your Bed

Beds are great for sleeping, but they take up an awful lot of room. But there is a way to turn the otherwise wasted space beneath your bed into a premium storage area using an old bookshelf. To do this, you might have to raise your bed a few inches, but it’s totally worth it. Simply add a couple drawer handles to the side of the bookshelf, paint it a complementary color and you’ve got yourself a segmented storage solution that’ll hold anything from clothes and linens, to shoes and toys. It’s a great way to create some additional space where there usually isn’t.

  1. Lacking Bathroom Counter Space?

Okay, this one’s not going to let you store mementos, but it will help with bathroom clutter. If your bathroom sink is so small that you’ve got nowhere to place your toothbrush, open your vanity and cut small notches just wide enough for your toothbrush into the middle shelf. Not only will this give you a permanent spot for your toothbrush that’s out of sight, your toothbrush will remain much more sanitary because it isn’t exposed to the open air of your bathroom.

  1. Has Your Jewelry Box Become Unwieldy?

If you’ve accumulated a fair amount of jewelry over the years, you know that it can be a little tricky to keep it all organized and tangle-free. One easy solution: A Sterilite cabinet lined with egg cartons. The shape and number of individual compartments of the egg carton makes it easy to keep all your jewelry organized without taking up a lot of space.

  1. A New Way to Store Those Bulky Kitchen Utensils!

Kitchen utensils may come in handy when you’re preparing your favorite meals, but they can take up a ton of valuable cupboard or drawer space in your kitchen. If you’ve got the space, try installing a chrome curtain rod just above your stove; add a few S hooks and you’ve got a convenient, out of the way place to store your whisk, spatula, ladle, and more!

  1. Coat Hooks for Anything but Coats!

Coat hooks are much more versatile than we give them credit for. Rather than installing a wooden coat rack to your wall for hanging coats, install a couple above your walls baseboard so that you’ve got a place to hang all of your family’s shoes – not only will this keep them off the floor, it’ll make your entryway much more appealing to guests!

You can also use these coat racks in the laundry room or home office. Simply hang small buckets from the pegs and you’ll be able to organize everything from office supplies, to clothespins to dryer sheets without taking up any drawer space.

  1. PVC Shoe Rack

Let’s face it – Shoes take up a lot of room. Get yourself some 6” PVC pipe, cut it in 12” lengths and you’ve got yourself an easily configurable shoe storage system that can be placed at the back of a closet on in a crawl space.

There’s no limit to what you can accomplish with a little ingenuity, a DIY spirit and a few bucks. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of inspiration in the world around us, be it from friends or the countless homeowner or DIY blogs that can be found online.

Dollar stores are treasure troves for things like baskets, hangers, boxes, and other products and materials that you can repurpose to meet your storage needs. But you don’t have to feel as though you’ve got to make your own storage solutions – there are plenty of ready-made solutions that you can buy from just about any department or hardware store or order from any number of online furniture stores. While costlier, these solutions might be a better fit to your home’s aesthetic and will offer both a professional appearance and function.

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Winter garden maintenance and upcoming trends for the year ahead http://topinspirations.com/winter-garden-maintenance-upcoming-trends-year-ahead/ Fri, 25 Nov 2016 11:39:46 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=17167 During the winter months it’s easy for us to retreat to the warmth of the home instead of spending time in the garden, but it still requires a little maintenance during these colder months to ensure that it is fighting fit for the next year. Here are some handy tips for keeping your garden in ...

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During the winter months it’s easy for us to retreat to the warmth of the home instead of spending time in the garden, but it still requires a little maintenance during these colder months to ensure that it is fighting fit for the next year.

Here are some handy tips for keeping your garden in great shape for the winter and some predictions for upcoming trends for the year ahead from garden specialists Oeco Garden Rooms so you can start planning for next year.

Lawn maintenance

Winter is the ideal time of year to prepare an area for a new lawn; simply dig out the proposed area making sure to leave some clumps of soil on the surface. These clumps will be broken down by the frost creating a great base for the new lawn.

When maintaining your existing lawn it is important to realise that, on warmer days there will be some growth, but this can be kept to a minimum by not feeding the grass. However if the grass does grow longer than you’d like you can cut it, but we recommend only cutting it down by a third. Grass that is too short can have a hard time surviving the winter, whereas grass that is too long can become brittle with the frost, so a happy medium is required.

It is important to keep weeds and moss under control throughout winter as they can quickly take over your lawn. It is also a good idea to regularly rake fallen leaves and other debris so that the grass still has access to the sunlight.

Winter plant maintenance

As the temperatures drop, the plants that are not killed by the frost prepare to go dormant until the warmer weather comes. Cut off any blackened stems and clear out any dead foliage such as annual flowers and vegetables to prevent diseases from spreading to other areas of the garden.

Spread a thick layer of mulch over all of the remaining plants and soil; this keeps the temperature much more even so that the plants can acclimatise much faster without being stressed; fallen leaves from any trees on the property also make a good source of mulch so don’t discard them.

Gardening equipment maintenance

The lawnmower is rarely needed during the winter, so it is the perfect time to service it. Sharpen the blades and ensure that the engine is serviced to keep it in tip top condition. Empty any remaining fuel or check that the electricity lead is well maintained before storing away.

Drain all of your hoses to prevent frost attack and wrap hessian fabric around any external taps and pipe to protect them from the cold.

Tools which will not be needed such as lawn edger’s and pruning shears should be wiped clean and all metal parts sprayed with a lubricant like WD40 to prevent corrosion. For tools which will still be in use such as garden spades and forks should be cleaned off after each use and if stored for a while lubricated with WD40 also.

Upcoming garden trends for the year ahead

The winter months are a great time to plan out what to do with your garden when the weather starts to warm up. Here are some of our predictions of what will be big in the coming year:

Natural landscapes

Fed up with back-breaking mulching, pruning, trimming and endless lawn mowing that it takes to maintain a traditional garden? Many people are now turning to a more natural landscape by planting low care shrubs, grass and perennials. This relaxed attitude to gardening can produce a plethora of colours and textures to create a natural landscape which needs very little maintenance.

Berry bushes grown in containers

Strawberries, blueberries and raspberries are all great additions to any garden, but if you don’t have the space for a large bush why not try growing them in pots. Growing berries in pots doesn’t require much space, they can be moved to different parts of the garden if needed and are easier to maintain than larger bushes; it’s also a great way of getting the whole family involved in gardening.

Growing your own herbs

Herbs are among the easiest plants to plant and grow requiring very little tending. Herbs can be grown in small pots on the windowsill or in bigger pots outside. Whichever herbs you choose to grow you will know that you are getting fresh and flavour packed herbs that are free from pesticides.

Garden rooms

Garden rooms have become a popular choice for home owners who want to extend their living space without having to build a lengthy and expensive extension or loft conversion. Garden rooms can be used as hobby rooms, home studios or even home offices and because these structures are fully insulated they can be used all year round.

Hi tech gadgets

In this modern age, it was inevitable that technology would be integrated into the garden, and now there are a wide range of hi-tech gadgets available to help you create the perfect garden. From smart apps that remind you to water your plants and probes that tell you the health of your garden to smart lights that create ambient environments, technology has really moved on in the last couple of years and as these technology brands advance, so will the health of your garden.

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5 Ways to Make Your Next Remodel More Energy Efficient http://topinspirations.com/5-ways-make-next-remodel-energy-efficient/ Mon, 31 Oct 2016 08:06:32 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=16723   More than likely, for your kitchen renovation or living room update, saving energy probably didn’t make the list of pros or cons, but perhaps it should have been right there at the top. If you are considering a remodel, why not also improve your energy efficiency in one fell swoop? When choosing between new ...

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More than likely, for your kitchen renovation or living room update, saving energy probably didn’t make the list of pros or cons, but perhaps it should have been right there at the top. If you are considering a remodel, why not also improve your energy efficiency in one fell swoop?

When choosing between new or used cabinets, granite or laminate countertops, and whether or not to include recessed lighting above the sink, why not go ahead and also include an efficient way to lower your home’s energy bill?

Let’s start with the basics.

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  • Check for Moisture

 

When tearing up old floors, changing out dishwashers, or even making updates to the newest stainless steel fridge, make sure to check for moisture. Damage such as water intrusion or condensation can hurt your home’s air quality, so fixing these issues will improve the breathable air and discourage potential mold growth.

 

  • Only Use a Minimal Amount of Framing

 

Your particular area will legally allow a minimal amount of framing when adding walls, and that is the amount you should use. This will lower your lumber bills while increasing the available space to include insulation. Essentially, the more installation you have, the more energy efficient your home will be.

 

  • Insulate or Add New HVAC Ducts to High Traffic Areas

 

This tidbit may not apply to every renovation, but whenever possible, consider adding new ducts to areas of your home that are being cooled and heated. Instead of installing them in the attic or basement, place them in a more high traffic area. If this is impossible, simply insulate the hidden ducts and make sure they are balanced.

In addition to adding insulation to the ducts, make sure that all new forms of lighting are also insulated properly. If recessed lighting is an option in your next home renovation, have the electrician make sure the new lights are properly insulated, otherwise they can cause to major air leaks, which costs you money.

 

  • Add Wall-Mounted Toggle Switches and Blackout Curtains

 

For renovated areas that previously received a great deal of sunlight, there are ways to naturally decrease that heat to save money on the air conditioner. Adding wall-mounted toggle switches allows for you to dim lights to save money and reduce that small amount of extra little heat within the room.

Likewise, adding new blinds or even blackout curtains in certain areas can reduce some of the outside heat from entering your home. In addition to saving money by not using as much AC, these methods can also help trap heat during winter and make for a relaxation room to catch up on sleep any time of year.

 

  • Include a Humidistat that Links with Fans

 

In another effort to reduce the chance of mold and improve the air’s breathability, installing a humidistat will help decrease moisture when it begins to rise. The device will detect the wet air and automatically turn on the bathroom fan to start eradicating that moisture and reducing the chance of mold.

Improving your breathable air is one the most important things you can ever do within your home. After all, your health is not up for debate. Damp or moldy environments can cause nasal stiffness, wheezing, coughing, eye or skin irritations, and throat problems, to name a few potential issues.

Conclusion

Remodeling your home can be a great deal of work, but while you’re putting in the hard work, it’s best to kill two birds with one stone and go ahead and up that energy efficiency while you’re at it.

Some of the best ways to improve your energy efficiency and your HVAC output would be to check moisture, use less framing and more insulation, insulate or replace ducts, add toggle switches and blinds, and to include a humidistat in areas with high or above average humidity, such as bathrooms.

After deciding which renovations, you can do yourself and which ones may require a little extra help, those who wish to make these improvements in Tennessee, can find solace by choosing Lee Company in Nashville.

Not only can these experts help with the heavy lifting, but Lee Company can also install and maintain heaters, update air cleaners and humidifiers, and help you find other shortcuts in cutting your overall utility costs.

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How Your Home Decor Affects Your Mood http://topinspirations.com/home-decor-affects-mood/ Sun, 23 Oct 2016 17:27:28 +0000 http://topinspirations.com/?p=16549 Ever wonder why work day worries seem to follow you home? It may have less to do with work and more to do with your home than you think. Turns out, home decor and layout have a major effect on your overall mood and well-being. Factors like lighting, color and space all influence how you ...

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Ever wonder why work day worries seem to follow you home? It may have less to do with work and more to do with your home than you think. Turns out, home decor and layout have a major effect on your overall mood and well-being. Factors like lighting, color and space all influence how you feel, and can be manipulated to create the mood you’re looking for.

Room Color

Room color sets the tone of your home. Tranquil and relaxing or exciting and stimulating, the color is a reflection of your personality and will have a serious impact on your mood. Before settling on a color, think about the room’s purpose. Is it meant to be an artistic space that sparks creativity or stimulates conversation? Try daring hues like reds and purples. Maybe you’re going more for a peaceful, read-a-book-and-relax vibe? Go for soft tones like grey and blues.

Red is considered exciting and will bring energy to a room, perfect for a living or dining room, but is generally considered too stimulating for bedrooms.

On the other hand, blue is said to bring down blood pressure and slow your heart rate, making it ideal for bedrooms. Word of caution: stay away from darker hues; dark blue is known to evoke feelings of sadness and should be avoided as main color schemes.

Remember, it’s your room, so base your color choices on how they make you feel.

Let There Be Light

Not surprisingly, lighting has a huge effect on the overall feel of a home, and by experimenting with different kinds of light sources you can manipulate the mood of the room. Assuming you’re not trying to create a mood reminiscent of grocery store lines and high school classrooms, avoid using exclusively artificial overhead lights. Instead, try using lamps and candles to create a cozier, more intimate feel for your home. Be as creative as you like with design. For something more modern try modern lighting options from www.touchofmodern.com, or stick to something more classic for a cozier feel.

Of course, nothing beats natural sunlight when it comes to mood boosting, so make sure all windows are uncluttered. No overly heavy curtains or couches covering half the window; big windows are the easiest way to achieve some instant happy feels, so sit back and let them work their magic. If you want window treatments, stick to light an airy options that allow natural light in as much as possible.

It’s All in the Details

Though sleek and modern is all the rage right now, it may not be doing you as many favors as you think when it comes to overall mood health. Turns out, a little clutter does the body good, as long as the clutter is representative of who you are. Personal touches like favorite books, family photos or arts and crafts projects will help you feel comfortable and at home. Think full bookcases and a few mismatched photos on the wall — the old bookstore vibe that’s immediately warm and welcoming. Add a little of that to your home and you’ll create a haven where you can relax and recharge after your long days.

Kitchen

Focus your energy on the kitchen – it’s generally the center of the home and where you’ll end up spending a good majority of your time. It should be both functional and serve as a social space, both for your family and any guests that may show up. Because so much of your time is spent there, it’s important to incorporate an open kitchen design, rather than closing it (and you) off from the rest of the house.

Don’t be Afraid to Rearrange

When a room starts to feel stale, look for ways to spice it up. A complete rearrangement, furniture change or new color can create an entirely new effect. Even if it’s just a new lamp or different couch placement, a small change can still bring new energy to a room.

And there you have it – the easiest way to improve your day is to come home to a house you love, so try incorporating a few of the tips for an easy overall mood booster.

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