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Counter-Intelligence

March 2, 2022 By Mary Kyryk

Marble Waterfall Countertop

Although granite may well be the first countertop option that comes to mind when contemplating an upgrade to your kitchen or bathroom, you might want to check out some worthy alternatives before making the final decision.  With the myriad of choices, ...
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Filed Under: Decorating Basics, Finishing Touches, What's Trending

Five Amazing Mirrors and How to Place Them Like a Pro

February 16, 2022 By Mary Kyryk

Wall of Mirrors

Mirrors add so many wonderful elements to a room...amplifying light, adding texture, expanding small spaces.  With the array of colors, sizes, and styles, it's no wonder mirrors can be used to solve almost any design challenge.  Let's "reflect" on ...
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Filed Under: Finishing Touches

Backsplash Rules?

December 15, 2021 By Mary Kyryk

Modern Backsplash Idea

There’s no hard and fast rule about whether to mirror or contrast the color of your backsplash to your countertop.  It really depends on the look you’re trying to achieve. Combining similar hues creates the feel of a continuous surface, helping to ...
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Curb The Clutter

February 14, 2018 By Mary Kyryk

Laundry organization

Clearly there's a difference between "clean" and "tidy", but reducing visible clutter can help make a space appear pristine even if the dust bunnies are still looming. For those of us who are not naturally organized, de-cluttering our home can feel ...
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Filed Under: Get Organized

Marsala named 2015 Color of the Year

January 3, 2015 By Mary Kyryk

Color of the Year

Marsala is a wine produced in the Sicilian region of Italy, and the name selected by Pantone to describe their 2015 Color of the Year. This ruby-amber hue is earthy and muted with strong red and brown roots. Pantone states the color is "universally ...
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Inviting Entryways

October 26, 2014 By Mary Kyryk

Foyer Area Rug

Much like an important job interview or that critical first date, making a good first impression when guests enter your home sets the standard for what they’ll expect to see throughout the rest of your space. It’s important that the feeling created ...
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Filed Under: Decorating Basics, Finishing Touches, Home Entertaining

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