Make Your Mantle
The fireplace is the focal point of the room. But decorating it can be challenging. Here are some tips from Raleigh designer Julie Korp for creating the perfect mantel: 1.
Raleigh Tops Rental Market
While homeownership constitutes the American dream for some, others don’t want the upkeep. The Raleigh-Cary metro area ranks among the top 10 strongest rental markets in the U.S., with just
Color Crave: Teal
No longer known for its association with 80’s office furniture, teal is big for 2016. Teal can be tricky, though, falling somewhere between green and blue, but it’s both beautiful
Re-Cover Your Old Chair
If you can use a stapler, you can re-cover the cushions on an old kitchen or dining room chair. Okay, you really need a staple gun, but you’ll figure it
Color Crave: Espresso
We Like Espresso Deep browns make any room feel cozy, snug and secure…think cocoon. Go bold with your pillows, rugs and accessories. “Tanner Brown looks almost black in low lighting,
Holiday Place Cards
Personalize your holiday table with place cards. Assigning seats lets you mix it up, encouraging your guests to meet new people. Or—quite the opposite—keeping some folks apart. (You know what
Front & Center
Kate Nisbet knew her front door needed a makeover when she first bought her Raleigh home in Midtown’s Lakemont neighborhood. But the home’s neutral exterior—white painted brick, black shutters and
Room Envy: Traditional Decorating with a Twist
This beautiful living room showcases old family treasures from around the world with modern designer fabrics and wall coverings. Designer Tula Summerford worked with homeowners Karl & Michele Ruppert to
Got Bookshelves?
Bookshelves can be prime real estate indoors. Everyone wants to show off the little things they love, and a bookshelf is the perfect platform. Interior designers have a handful of
Invest in Curb Appeal
Investing in curb appeal can pay off big time. Whether it’s a large project like exterior painting or something smaller like landscaping, painting your front door or adding outdoor lighting, you
