One way an interior designer, or even the person who finds themselves savvy when it comes to putting together gorgeous interiors all on their own, makes a statement is by finding sometimes unusual or ...

I’d like to share one of the oldest tricks in the decorating book with you. It’s a secret weapon that can give a home a sense of atmosphere without going to heroic lengths. It’s not old fashioned and ...

The room divider or folding screen is a versatile and hardworking home accessory. If you’ve thought that they were only used in movies for someone to undress behind, then it’s time to give screens a ...

PHILADELPHIA -- Room screens have been around practically forever. Early screens, generally elaborately painted and carved, functioned as art forms and status symbols. But these days, screens are ...

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