Does anyone have any tips for a new bedroom design?

Sarah Lee

So I'm changing up my room to be more of my personality and AGE. I'm 13 (don't worry, this is my mom's profile) and I had my room for my whole life. That means its all pink with disney princesses EVERYWHERE. I just want some tips on how to make it beautiful. Sorry, I can't post any pics, but I have one big window that's in the middle of my wall opposite of the door, my room is medium sized, I have one twin bed, I need a desk area thing for homework. I have a dresser with a TV on top of it, and a huge shelf with a lot of toys on it. My closet is a walk-in by the way.

Answer
I am trying to visualize your room. A window - no idea what size, a twin bed. Put your desk under the window. Position your bed on the wall to the right of the door - long side to the right wall and head board to the far wall. Place your dresser on the left wall. Find a way to hang the TV from the wall/ceiling opposite of your bed (door wall).
sort through your toys. You are probably too old for most of them. donate or if you can not part with them wrap them up and store them in the attic or basement. Paint your ceiling sky blue - add fluffy clouds if you or your Mom are a little bit artistic. Paint the bottom half of your walls lime green. Install a chair rail. If you like an ultra contemporary look install flat metal stock 1 1/2" to 2" wide. If you want a more traditional look install dark stained wood. Paint the upper portion your wall medium blue, hot pink, lavender, dark purple or soft yellow. Choose lamps and light fixtures to suit the feel of the room. If you are going contemporary use lots of shiny metal. Dress your bed with bedding that reflects the colors of your room. Add been bag chairs, sling chairs and fuzzy rugs. Lots of throw pillows on the bed. Use floating shelves on the walls for display. If you choose a contemporary theme then look for black and white architectural photographs framed in flat black or shiny metal.

Query teen room design. Keep in mind that you want to be happy with your room until you are old enough to get your own place. Think ahead. If you really plan your room and promise your Mom not to ask for another make over she will be more willing to fork over the $$ to re-do your room.

The secret is to plan. Make scale drawings. Collect color chips. Look for drapery and bedding. What room will you be happy living in for the next 5 to 10 years?

Good luck

How to redecorate a small bedroom on a budget?

sara

I am a teenage girl and I fully redecorated my room 2 years ago, so I don't want to go all out this time. But I am looking for some small cheap ways to spruce up my bedroom. I am already saving up for a new comforter set. It's $40 and I'm hoping it's the most expensive thing I'll end up buying. So does anybody have any ideas of ways to inexpensively semi-redecorate my bedroom? Keeping in mind that I can't rearrange my furniture because my room is set up so that the only arrangement that works is the way I currently have it.

Answer
Easy and inexpensive to add decor in a contemporary style using white and your accent color, best to pull a color from your bedding or choose an earth tone that coordinates with all colors such as blue-green/turquoise.
for ex. using white and turquoise,
you might like some of these ideas

Create an amazing lighted headboard by hanging string lights and drape/staple a sheer sequin curtain over the lights cascading down behind your bed. - dollar store ^ http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mabbkuTeP11r72hyuo1_500.jpg http://www.walmart.com/ip/Beacon-Looms-Groovy-Sequin-Interlined-Curtain-Panel/16662997

Fabric bulletin pin board to hang above your desk for notes, photos,cards...
http://www.etsy.com/listing/126642124/24-by-36-turquoise-and-white-chevron?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_search_query=turquoise+teal+chevron+fabric+board&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery or set on the back of your desk
Easy and inexpensive to make one by wrapping fabric to the back of a corkboard and staple in place.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20267220/ -cut fabric 3" larger - hang horizontal
You can buy 1/2 yard (18x45") of chevron fabric at walmart for $3

Designer frames
Cut two 2" wide strips of the fabric and wrap two 5x7 picture frames -dollar store
http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/family/fabric-crafts5.htm - overlap like the picture
Cut out or print and frame close-ups of beautiful flowers.
http://sizzlingconcepts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/white-rose-wallpaper.jpg -right click, print picture
http://s950.photobucket.com/user/sheilabell33/media/tealflower_zpsb6461dd7.jpg.html?sort=3&o=97#/user/sheilabell33/media/tealflower_zpsb6461dd7.jpg.html?sort=3&o=97&_suid=1400425597562008315643469608907

Cut fabric 13x30" fold edges under and lay across your dresser as a cute runner to tie everything together.
or
Make a cute accent pillow for your bed. Easy to sew with a needle and thread if you can't use a sewing machine.
Cut fabric 13x30"
Fold the fabric in half, in-side-out so the color/print is inside.
Sew 1/2" in, along the edge on the two long sides, leaving the short end open.
Turn pillow cover right-side-out so the color/print is on the outside.
Fill with batting or even with a sweater/shirt you don't wear anymore.
Then sew up the opening.

http://www.amazon.com/Hotportgift-Vinyl-Decal-moment-beyond/dp/B00C3UOKOM/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1400429024&sr=1-2&keywords=live+laugh+love+vinyl+wall+decal

White fretwork hanging paper lantern.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-8-10-12-14-16-18-paper-lanterns-wedding-party-15-colors-free-shipping-/111127068511?#ht_3202wt_1337 -free shipping
Light cord http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/10175810/

3-D collage
Cut a large rectangle from box cardboard or use a poster board.
To make the hanger, punch two holes 1/2 inch apart, 2" from the top in the center,
thread both ends of a twisty-tie (paper covered wire used to close bread) thru the holes, make a loop,
turn cardboard over and twist the ends together.
Cut out or print different size pics of all the things you love, glue pics slightly over the edge of the other-overlapping so you can't see the cardboard underneath, you can add photos, words, captions, quotes...
Turn over and weight down til dry to prevent curling.
for ex. this person made a star trek collage

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How to redecorate a small bedroom on a budget?

sara

I am a teenage girl and I fully redecorated my room 2 years ago, so I don't want to go all out this time. But I am looking for some small cheap ways to spruce up my bedroom. I am already saving up for a new comforter set. It's $40 and I'm hoping it's the most expensive thing I'll end up buying. So does anybody have any ideas of ways to inexpensively semi-redecorate my bedroom? Keeping in mind that I can't rearrange my furniture because my room is set up so that the only arrangement that works is the way I currently have it.

Answer
Easy and inexpensive to add decor in a contemporary style using white and your accent color, best to pull a color from your bedding or choose an earth tone that coordinates with all colors such as blue-green/turquoise.
for ex. using white and turquoise,
you might like some of these ideas

Create an amazing lighted headboard by hanging string lights and drape/staple a sheer sequin curtain over the lights cascading down behind your bed. - dollar store ^ http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mabbkuTeP11r72hyuo1_500.jpg http://www.walmart.com/ip/Beacon-Looms-Groovy-Sequin-Interlined-Curtain-Panel/16662997

Fabric bulletin pin board to hang above your desk for notes, photos,cards...
http://www.etsy.com/listing/126642124/24-by-36-turquoise-and-white-chevron?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_search_query=turquoise+teal+chevron+fabric+board&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery or set on the back of your desk
Easy and inexpensive to make one by wrapping fabric to the back of a corkboard and staple in place.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20267220/ -cut fabric 3" larger - hang horizontal
You can buy 1/2 yard (18x45") of chevron fabric at walmart for $3

Designer frames
Cut two 2" wide strips of the fabric and wrap two 5x7 picture frames -dollar store
http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/family/fabric-crafts5.htm - overlap like the picture
Cut out or print and frame close-ups of beautiful flowers.
http://sizzlingconcepts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/white-rose-wallpaper.jpg -right click, print picture
http://s950.photobucket.com/user/sheilabell33/media/tealflower_zpsb6461dd7.jpg.html?sort=3&o=97#/user/sheilabell33/media/tealflower_zpsb6461dd7.jpg.html?sort=3&o=97&_suid=1400425597562008315643469608907

Cut fabric 13x30" fold edges under and lay across your dresser as a cute runner to tie everything together.
or
Make a cute accent pillow for your bed. Easy to sew with a needle and thread if you can't use a sewing machine.
Cut fabric 13x30"
Fold the fabric in half, in-side-out so the color/print is inside.
Sew 1/2" in, along the edge on the two long sides, leaving the short end open.
Turn pillow cover right-side-out so the color/print is on the outside.
Fill with batting or even with a sweater/shirt you don't wear anymore.
Then sew up the opening.

http://www.amazon.com/Hotportgift-Vinyl-Decal-moment-beyond/dp/B00C3UOKOM/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1400429024&sr=1-2&keywords=live+laugh+love+vinyl+wall+decal

White fretwork hanging paper lantern.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-8-10-12-14-16-18-paper-lanterns-wedding-party-15-colors-free-shipping-/111127068511?#ht_3202wt_1337 -free shipping
Light cord http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/10175810/

3-D collage
Cut a large rectangle from box cardboard or use a poster board.
To make the hanger, punch two holes 1/2 inch apart, 2" from the top in the center,
thread both ends of a twisty-tie (paper covered wire used to close bread) thru the holes, make a loop,
turn cardboard over and twist the ends together.
Cut out or print different size pics of all the things you love, glue pics slightly over the edge of the other-overlapping so you can't see the cardboard underneath, you can add photos, words, captions, quotes...
Turn over and weight down til dry to prevent curling.
for ex. this person made a star trek collage

Interior Designing Teen Bedroom?

ZoeG

Hey all! My (almost) 15 year-old daughter is moving down to our (what is now) office. We have already painted her room a lilac/lavender color. She found a beautiful metal queen-sized bed frame and she doesn't know what else she wants. She can't decide between black or white furniture. The bed is a four-poster black bed http://www.ifurn.com/Metal-Beds_ContourMB.html#ProdDetails and she found a room she really likes http://www.house-decorating-ideas.com/TeenGirlsPurpleBedroom.html but it doesn't give the curtain names or anything. We have a 9 drawer double-dresser that is a natural wood and she wanted to paint it but is not sure now what to paint it. She was going to paint it white but now can't decide between black or white. The trim of the room is white. She wants the color scheme to now be purple, black and white. Would that work? Do you have any ideas for her room? She doesn't like contemporary but she doesn't want her room to look childish. She wants it "pretty" and sophisticated.
Oh I almost forgot. She wants black and white photography in her room. Nothing with big flowers and no stripes or polkadots (Some exceptions) She has a very specific idea about her room and she just needs a little help (Remember a black metal bed) So what color furniture?
Correction nothing with big/small tropical flowers! =)
Her room is 11'-6'' x 14'-9''
There is only one wall with nothing on it (no windows, closet) Other walls not a lot of clear space to work with. Windows close together on two walls and then the closet. Any ideas for the closet?


Thanks for your feedback everyone!

Answer
White white is always better because it can make a room more light and happier feeling then dark and cold and for the closet get some really nice closet doors ... i dont know hoe to explain what mine look like but just go to a hardware store and shop around

(I just did my bathroom lilac and white and it looks really good!)

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Contemporary bedroom help for a light purple room? Easy 10 points!?

RoyallyPur

Hey! So, I have a lavender painted room (E:\My Pictures\2009_10_21\IMG_0640.JPG is a pic of part of my room when it was being painted) with warm cherry furniture and a matching sleigh bed. I'm confused on what to put on the bed, though. Links would be amazing!

My original idea was just to have lilac or plum/royal purple (to add contrast) sheets and a white down comforter, but that seemed too plain. Do you put something on top of a plain white comforter? Or, in my case, would it be best just to get a comforter? Also, what color palette should I use?

Sorry, this is kinda long and I asked a lot of questions, but any help of any kind would be hugely appreciated! Thanks so much in advance!!!
Just curious: what is a duvet, are you supposed to put it on a comforter (such as my down one), and would it be good for adding visual interest?
Oops..realized the like was on my hard drive so you can't view it! (thanks for pointing that out =D) Well, just as an fyi, its lavender-ish but more on the blue side.

Answer
Go with the white comforter...get on 1 size larger then your bed and get an all cotton one..it will last forever. The comforter can be covered with a duvet. Or dressed up with accent pillows and a bed throw. Since the bed scarf or throw is inexpensive to change you can alter the look at will https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqpDzu-An4lhVIOna5ChihNwEQteQipP4SievydZdFS52YrjZgSLLlIR3GinW224xxP645eW6IL2DYJpaJc4agUFQE4yrfsg6AgwBFI79x-ZsCLijWEt-oq9UlHwVFfN_pvfSbQGqNBcbW/s400/Pale+green+bedroom.jpg
http://www.babbittswholesale.com/images/blankets/queen-king/page-05/Beaded-Suede-Scarf-Pillow.jpg
http://www.bellanottelinens.com/content/photos/20081019_bnl_072.jpg

Since your link is to your hard drive and not uploaded to a place like www.flickr.com its impossible to see..

But color wise you can add anything from cream to sage to brown magenta deep purple.

Go with your gut instinct on the comforter and then fin a pillow and throw set that will work ...For instance.

http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Mauve-Grey-Throw-Blanket-and-Decorative-Pillows/4447333/product.html

Or find a beautiful Sari You can find them in thrift shops and indian fabric stores. http://www.designersareesalwar.com/images/RAE9434.jpg

How to decorate a bedroom with green sheets and black-brown furniture (pictures included)?

CeeBee

Greetings Yahoo! Answers.

My husband and I recently purchased a bedroom set and a gorgeous set of sheets. Unfortunately we have no idea how to decorate this room. The walls are currently a light creamy beige with white faux wood window blinds.

Can you please suggest some painting colors, techniques and other decor ideas that can transform our bedroom into a beautiful and modern/contemporary relaxing escape.

Thanks! :D
Pictures of items:
http://www.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=223343&PartnerID=FROOGLE&BannerID=MP689

http://www.plummers.com/?page=shop/flypage&page_back=shop/category_items&offset=0&product_id=1719&category_id=c1e0d9a7fb6a657ca914607535c7cdd1

Answer
a rich red/orange wall accent with a nice earth tone brown will go nice on the walls to accent the furniture and beddings ... try imaging the walls in two tone colors.

My friend just move into her new house, and in one of the rooms had similar specs as your's, that's what she did and it looked great, i'm sorry I don't have pictures though...

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Wall Color Ideas For Black Furniture?

Q. I'm remodeling my bedroom and I'm about to paint my walls. I have black furniture and I was looking for a paint color to coordinate with that. Any ideas on color for walls, curtains, decor, etc??

Answer
Black, Red, and White: This always adds a classic yet dramatic effect. Paint the walls white, but add bright red stencils and red accents, like small scarlet pillows on the black furniture. Add a modern theme to your room, using these dramatic elements for a neutral-gone-eyecatching setting.

http://teensthemes.com/black-and-white-contemporary-bedrooms.html


Black and Pale Green: Subtle, muted green walls adds an oriental effect to any room that contains black furniture. Add bamboo decorations, low wooden tables, and beautiful pictures of scenery for a jungly-exotic-oriental-calm effect.

http://www.housetohome.co.uk/imageBank/cache/l/LE.0407-118_e_9c53654d7f7c9c72667efde1daba6b35.jpg


Simple Black and White: A classic look without the drama, white walls and black furniture. As Better Home and Gardens says:

"Black and white is a popular contemporary decorating trend. This black-and-white duo is both flirty and sophisticated. Two floor-length mirrors complement the black wood-framed bed and highlight two glass chandeliers. Above the bed, three floating shelves allow for space to display photographs or other favorite accessories.

What We Love: An easy way to add modern and sleek elements to your design is with glass chandeliers. They look fabulous in contemporary settings, and are also an easy way to add youthful elegance to any room."

Go to this link for the full article and pictures: http://www.bhg.com/decorating/room/bedroom/contemporary-bedrooms/

French Accents: Black furniture, honey paneled walls and flooring, with modern and sophisticated accessories and a black iron sleigh bed.

Good Luck, and I hoped that I helped!

Japanese/Indian themed bedroom ideas?

I've just got the okay to redo my room! I'm a teenager and want to do a mix of an indian and japanese theme. I want the main colors to be oranges, maroons, pinks. Things like that. Does anyone have any ideas? Links to bedding? Furniture? Wall art? Trinkets to wrap up the whole look? Thanks!

Answer
Asian Bedroom Decor
Step 1
Select an Asian style for inspiration. The traditional Chinese look features lacquered black surfaces, silk textiles and red and gold accents. Japanese design trends range from Tokyo modernist high rise minimalism to Wabi-Sabi's rustic simplicity. Go Indonesian with a tropical or rain forest theme, or Indian with bright, ornamented textiles and solid wooden furnishings.

Step 2
Paint your bedroom or an accent wall. Faded earth tones lend a tranquil yet modern feeling to the bedroom, an ideal backdrop for many Asian bedroom themes. Even white gets reinterpreted in Asian bedrooms, with soft eggshell or distressed antique whitewash defining a Japanese farmhouse look and glossy black creating a contemporary Japanese or Chinese aesthetic. A wall mural or accent wall adds a focal point to Asian decor. Simple designs, like faded green leaves, create a neutral backdrop, while a packaged wall mural of a bamboo forest defines the room.

Step 3
Integrate key Asian furnishings into the room. A simple platform bed with a low profile and topped with a futon mattress bespeaks Asian minimalism. You can adorn it with a Wabi-Sabi element such as an old wooden door painted creamy white and repurposed into a headboard or vintage textiles. Original Asian antiques give the room a dash of authenticity, but many reproductions incorporate artisan touches such as wood joinery, multiple niches or hand-painted trims.

Step 4
Welcome nature into your bedroom decor. Many Asian architectural traditions consider how to frame a perfect garden view or ways to allow natural light to enter and travel through a room. Low, modular furnishings keep spaces breezy and open. Minimal window coverings emphasize natural light. A tri-fold Shoji screen with translucent paper panels can serve as a privacy barrier while allowing light to filter through. Window frames and door frames provide perfect spots for leafy green plants or a beautiful flower arrangement.

Step 5
Accessorize with Asian arts, crafts and functional pieces. Try a row of paper lanterns in bright colors and patterns above your bed or, for a more sophisticated look, two simple off-white lanterns flanking either side. For Indian flair, try a vintage beaded and mirrored sari on the bed or over the window. Balinese puppets make for intriguing wall art. A mosquito net over the bed recalls a rain forest retreat. Wall art may include scroll paintings, Tangka images, ethnic textiles or even Japanese toys and cartoon imagery.



Read more: How to Decorate an Asian Themed Bedroom | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_5439121_decorate-asian-themed-bedroom.html#ixzz0rGcIIqes
i hope this will help you

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bedroom ideas?

crazy4bead

We just built a second story addition to our home, which will be the bedrooms.there is no drywall there yet until we design something. does anyone know where i can get ideas ? we are looking for a contemporary look. ceiling designs with lots of lighting. something very unique. I cant seem to find any websites, and have a lot of books on interior designs. But somehow cant find anything :( room sizes are 20x22 . so we definitly have pleanty of space to do something nice with the ceilings. I appreciate any help.

Answer
how about a vaulted cieling... painting the inside a different color than the rest of the room... Our bedroom is painted a brown/gold color, and the cieling on the inside where its vaulted is painted a deep red color... then we have a beautiful chandelier in the middle. It gives the room alot of depth, and makes it look bigger, and the colors are warm and romantic!

Wall Color Ideas For Black Furniture?

Shopaholic

I'm remodeling my bedroom and I'm about to paint my walls. I have black furniture and I was looking for a paint color to coordinate with that. Any ideas on color for walls, curtains, decor, etc??

Answer
Black, Red, and White: This always adds a classic yet dramatic effect. Paint the walls white, but add bright red stencils and red accents, like small scarlet pillows on the black furniture. Add a modern theme to your room, using these dramatic elements for a neutral-gone-eyecatching setting.

http://teensthemes.com/black-and-white-contemporary-bedrooms.html


Black and Pale Green: Subtle, muted green walls adds an oriental effect to any room that contains black furniture. Add bamboo decorations, low wooden tables, and beautiful pictures of scenery for a jungly-exotic-oriental-calm effect.

http://www.housetohome.co.uk/imageBank/cache/l/LE.0407-118_e_9c53654d7f7c9c72667efde1daba6b35.jpg


Simple Black and White: A classic look without the drama, white walls and black furniture. As Better Home and Gardens says:

"Black and white is a popular contemporary decorating trend. This black-and-white duo is both flirty and sophisticated. Two floor-length mirrors complement the black wood-framed bed and highlight two glass chandeliers. Above the bed, three floating shelves allow for space to display photographs or other favorite accessories.

What We Love: An easy way to add modern and sleek elements to your design is with glass chandeliers. They look fabulous in contemporary settings, and are also an easy way to add youthful elegance to any room."

Go to this link for the full article and pictures: http://www.bhg.com/decorating/room/bedroom/contemporary-bedrooms/

French Accents: Black furniture, honey paneled walls and flooring, with modern and sophisticated accessories and a black iron sleigh bed.

Good Luck, and I hoped that I helped!

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Would it look okay combining two different color dressers in a bedroom?

Janie

I purchased a dark stained, simple, contemporary, sort of Shaker style large dresser with mirror and two end tables for my master bedroom. I have my "Ethan Allen" childhood vertical dresser plus another second hand beautiful, well made vertical chest of drawers and lastly my son's baby dresser that I couldn't sell, all in the room also. I know it sounds cluttered, but it's a big room and all those dressers don't make it look that way, besides I need the storage for all my clothers and stuff. I'm going to finally paint and decorate the room and I want to paint the old dressers to match the stain of the new dresser and end tables. I had and idea....what if I paint two of the old dressers, I different color something to contrast all the dark dressers? Something complimentary. I'm thinking of painting the walls a little darker than Terracotta, like a redish/brown...could I paint two of the old dressers in a light orange/terracotta or just paint the 3 old dressers a dark brown to match the new furniture. Just trying to be creative or maybe NOT.

Answer
it would be absolutely alright to go with that, just before you get out the brush, make sure to evaluate the items and paint the ones, that are worth the least.

I am having some issues with decorating my master bedroom. Help!?

Jackie W

I have a rather large space (17x17 ft) with a vaulted ceiling that angles up and creates a plant shelf above the door to the master bath. I would like some suggestions on what to do with this shelf area. It is about 12 ft long and 4 ft deep and is about 9 ft from the floor and is 5 ft tall. I would say that our style is "transitional" not too contemporary and not too traditional. Also I am having trouble with the color scheme. Our furniture is dark cherry, our bedding is khaki and creme striped and the carpet is beige. The walls are currently khaki and all of the neutrals are starting to get to me!! I would like to add some color but with such large walls I am afraid of being overwhelmed. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

Thanks!

Answer
i would probably fill the space above the door with a sculpture of some sort (try pier one or bombay company). i think that maybe some light grayish tones with hints of blue would look very nice on your walls to complement the contemporary side. otherwise you should go your local paint store and pick up some paint swatches or even some sample colors that you can actually paint on your wall to try.
this website provides some beautiful colors and ideas. for your situation i would suggest checking out the urban loft, whitewash and thoroughbred colors.

http://rlhome.polo.com/rlhome/products/paint/items.asp?haid=120&f=lp&start=0

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I am having some issues with decorating my master bedroom. Help!?

beautiful contemporary bedroom ideas image

Jackie W

I have a rather large space (17x17 ft) with a vaulted ceiling that angles up and creates a plant shelf above the door to the master bath. I would like some suggestions on what to do with this shelf area. It is about 12 ft long and 4 ft deep and is about 9 ft from the floor and is 5 ft tall. I would say that our style is "transitional" not too contemporary and not too traditional. Also I am having trouble with the color scheme. Our furniture is dark cherry, our bedding is khaki and creme striped and the carpet is beige. The walls are currently khaki and all of the neutrals are starting to get to me!! I would like to add some color but with such large walls I am afraid of being overwhelmed. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

Thanks!

Answer
i would probably fill the space above the door with a sculpture of some sort (try pier one or bombay company). i think that maybe some light grayish tones with hints of blue would look very nice on your walls to complement the contemporary side. otherwise you should go your local paint store and pick up some paint swatches or even some sample colors that you can actually paint on your wall to try.
this website provides some beautiful colors and ideas. for your situation i would suggest checking out the urban loft, whitewash and thoroughbred colors.

http://rlhome.polo.com/rlhome/products/paint/items.asp?haid=120&f=lp&start=0

I need examples for decorating my new place!?

Ask a Heal

Are there some websites where I can see predesigned rooms, like show rooms or model rooms! I really cant stand to trust myself anymore! I cant match or mix match properly! My place is a two bedroom with living room, dining room, den and a kitchen, has two bathrooms with outside vanities and has two levels. The bottom level is mainly for my work while the small upstairs is just for me! Can yall and any ideas are great!!! Thanks

Answer
HGTV is a great resource. There are is a library of rooms and you can browse on-line (dining room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, office etc) by style (contemporary, modern, traditional, eclectic etc). It's great fun. I like to browse to get ideas for color combinations... and general styles. You can take ideas from a number of rooms and combine them into your own.

Another source is the library.. there are a variety of decorating books with tons of photos. Magazines like Better Homes and Gardens and Home Beautiful usually have a lot of photos. Also, I get many ideas from catalogs like Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel. You can request catalogs on their websites. Again, they are more of a resource for inspiration for style & color combinations. If you see a room you love - identify the elements that speak to you and 'plagerize' away. One of the most important things if you paint is good 'flow'. You want to avoid abrupt color changes where rooms come together. Find colors that work together. And that make you FEEL good. Color definitely affects your mood (chromatherapy) so when you find a color you like take notice of how it makes you feel. (This applies to being in real life spaces.. moreso that photos). There are many trendy diners, bookstores, cafes, spas and boutiques decorated in modern colors/styles so take notice of decor when you are out and about.

Above all - have fun! By all means don't be so hard on yourself about your choices!!! Maybe your tastes have changed over time a bit or maybe you've had a lot of hand-me-downs and never really developed your style. Whatever the case if you look for items that you love you will enjoy being in your home... and your home will be a reflection of you. And by all means don't be afraid to get rid of (donate) things that 'don't work' any longer... Good luck and post your photos out in HGTV when you're done :)

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How to decorate a bedroom with green sheets and black-brown furniture (pictures included)?

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CeeBee

Greetings Yahoo! Answers.

My husband and I recently purchased a bedroom set and a gorgeous set of sheets. Unfortunately we have no idea how to decorate this room. The walls are currently a light creamy beige with white faux wood window blinds.

Can you please suggest some painting colors, techniques and other decor ideas that can transform our bedroom into a beautiful and modern/contemporary relaxing escape.

Thanks! :D
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a rich red/orange wall accent with a nice earth tone brown will go nice on the walls to accent the furniture and beddings ... try imaging the walls in two tone colors.

My friend just move into her new house, and in one of the rooms had similar specs as your's, that's what she did and it looked great, i'm sorry I don't have pictures though...

Does anyone have any tips for a new bedroom design?

Sarah Lee

So I'm changing up my room to be more of my personality and AGE. I'm 13 (don't worry, this is my mom's profile) and I had my room for my whole life. That means its all pink with disney princesses EVERYWHERE. I just want some tips on how to make it beautiful. Sorry, I can't post any pics, but I have one big window that's in the middle of my wall opposite of the door, my room is medium sized, I have one twin bed, I need a desk area thing for homework. I have a dresser with a TV on top of it, and a huge shelf with a lot of toys on it. My closet is a walk-in by the way.

Answer
I am trying to visualize your room. A window - no idea what size, a twin bed. Put your desk under the window. Position your bed on the wall to the right of the door - long side to the right wall and head board to the far wall. Place your dresser on the left wall. Find a way to hang the TV from the wall/ceiling opposite of your bed (door wall).
sort through your toys. You are probably too old for most of them. donate or if you can not part with them wrap them up and store them in the attic or basement. Paint your ceiling sky blue - add fluffy clouds if you or your Mom are a little bit artistic. Paint the bottom half of your walls lime green. Install a chair rail. If you like an ultra contemporary look install flat metal stock 1 1/2" to 2" wide. If you want a more traditional look install dark stained wood. Paint the upper portion your wall medium blue, hot pink, lavender, dark purple or soft yellow. Choose lamps and light fixtures to suit the feel of the room. If you are going contemporary use lots of shiny metal. Dress your bed with bedding that reflects the colors of your room. Add been bag chairs, sling chairs and fuzzy rugs. Lots of throw pillows on the bed. Use floating shelves on the walls for display. If you choose a contemporary theme then look for black and white architectural photographs framed in flat black or shiny metal.

Query teen room design. Keep in mind that you want to be happy with your room until you are old enough to get your own place. Think ahead. If you really plan your room and promise your Mom not to ask for another make over she will be more willing to fork over the $$ to re-do your room.

The secret is to plan. Make scale drawings. Collect color chips. Look for drapery and bedding. What room will you be happy living in for the next 5 to 10 years?

Good luck

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Suggestions for Contemporary Window Treatment for Palladian window.?

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nonna_barb

I have 2 windows plus a door to my lanai in my 3rd floor FL master bedroom. One of the windows is a large Palladian window. I am totally stumped on what window treatments to use on the windows. I have beautiful water views that I want to be able to see. The only reason for a treatment is privacy in the evening and heat reduction in the summer. I do not need a covering for the door (plenty of privacy).

My decorator wants me to install 3" Plantation shutters. My furniture is a mix of antiques, including a canopy bed. Floor is porcelain tile and I will be hanging lots of original rather contemporary artwork.

I don't want the window to take over the room, plus I feel I need something softening due to hard flooring and mostly dark wood furniture (cherry, mahogany, pine, walnut, etc). I have allergies so I can't add area rugs or anything that will catch a lot of dust.

Does this sound impossible? I would love to hear ideas for unique window treatments.

Answer
The plantation shutters look like the best/most common solution, probably because it will work. Do the Shutters have to be dark wood? Could they be painted? Or Even Faux painted, they could even have a mural on the face that appears when they are closed, even a mural of the View out the window.
The link below was just a website that had alot of window treatments displayed.

bedroom ideas?

crazy4bead

We just built a second story addition to our home, which will be the bedrooms.there is no drywall there yet until we design something. does anyone know where i can get ideas ? we are looking for a contemporary look. ceiling designs with lots of lighting. something very unique. I cant seem to find any websites, and have a lot of books on interior designs. But somehow cant find anything :( room sizes are 20x22 . so we definitly have pleanty of space to do something nice with the ceilings. I appreciate any help.

Answer
how about a vaulted cieling... painting the inside a different color than the rest of the room... Our bedroom is painted a brown/gold color, and the cieling on the inside where its vaulted is painted a deep red color... then we have a beautiful chandelier in the middle. It gives the room alot of depth, and makes it look bigger, and the colors are warm and romantic!

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Suggestions for Contemporary Window Treatment for Palladian window.?

beautiful contemporary bedroom ideas image

nonna_barb

I have 2 windows plus a door to my lanai in my 3rd floor FL master bedroom. One of the windows is a large Palladian window. I am totally stumped on what window treatments to use on the windows. I have beautiful water views that I want to be able to see. The only reason for a treatment is privacy in the evening and heat reduction in the summer. I do not need a covering for the door (plenty of privacy).

My decorator wants me to install 3" Plantation shutters. My furniture is a mix of antiques, including a canopy bed. Floor is porcelain tile and I will be hanging lots of original rather contemporary artwork.

I don't want the window to take over the room, plus I feel I need something softening due to hard flooring and mostly dark wood furniture (cherry, mahogany, pine, walnut, etc). I have allergies so I can't add area rugs or anything that will catch a lot of dust.

Does this sound impossible? I would love to hear ideas for unique window treatments.

Answer
The plantation shutters look like the best/most common solution, probably because it will work. Do the Shutters have to be dark wood? Could they be painted? Or Even Faux painted, they could even have a mural on the face that appears when they are closed, even a mural of the View out the window.
The link below was just a website that had alot of window treatments displayed.

bedroom ideas?

crazy4bead

We just built a second story addition to our home, which will be the bedrooms.there is no drywall there yet until we design something. does anyone know where i can get ideas ? we are looking for a contemporary look. ceiling designs with lots of lighting. something very unique. I cant seem to find any websites, and have a lot of books on interior designs. But somehow cant find anything :( room sizes are 20x22 . so we definitly have pleanty of space to do something nice with the ceilings. I appreciate any help.

Answer
how about a vaulted cieling... painting the inside a different color than the rest of the room... Our bedroom is painted a brown/gold color, and the cieling on the inside where its vaulted is painted a deep red color... then we have a beautiful chandelier in the middle. It gives the room alot of depth, and makes it look bigger, and the colors are warm and romantic!

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I am having some issues with decorating my master bedroom. Help!?

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Jackie W

I have a rather large space (17x17 ft) with a vaulted ceiling that angles up and creates a plant shelf above the door to the master bath. I would like some suggestions on what to do with this shelf area. It is about 12 ft long and 4 ft deep and is about 9 ft from the floor and is 5 ft tall. I would say that our style is "transitional" not too contemporary and not too traditional. Also I am having trouble with the color scheme. Our furniture is dark cherry, our bedding is khaki and creme striped and the carpet is beige. The walls are currently khaki and all of the neutrals are starting to get to me!! I would like to add some color but with such large walls I am afraid of being overwhelmed. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

Thanks!

Answer
i would probably fill the space above the door with a sculpture of some sort (try pier one or bombay company). i think that maybe some light grayish tones with hints of blue would look very nice on your walls to complement the contemporary side. otherwise you should go your local paint store and pick up some paint swatches or even some sample colors that you can actually paint on your wall to try.
this website provides some beautiful colors and ideas. for your situation i would suggest checking out the urban loft, whitewash and thoroughbred colors.

http://rlhome.polo.com/rlhome/products/paint/items.asp?haid=120&f=lp&start=0

I need examples for decorating my new place!?

Ask a Heal

Are there some websites where I can see predesigned rooms, like show rooms or model rooms! I really cant stand to trust myself anymore! I cant match or mix match properly! My place is a two bedroom with living room, dining room, den and a kitchen, has two bathrooms with outside vanities and has two levels. The bottom level is mainly for my work while the small upstairs is just for me! Can yall and any ideas are great!!! Thanks

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HGTV is a great resource. There are is a library of rooms and you can browse on-line (dining room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, office etc) by style (contemporary, modern, traditional, eclectic etc). It's great fun. I like to browse to get ideas for color combinations... and general styles. You can take ideas from a number of rooms and combine them into your own.

Another source is the library.. there are a variety of decorating books with tons of photos. Magazines like Better Homes and Gardens and Home Beautiful usually have a lot of photos. Also, I get many ideas from catalogs like Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel. You can request catalogs on their websites. Again, they are more of a resource for inspiration for style & color combinations. If you see a room you love - identify the elements that speak to you and 'plagerize' away. One of the most important things if you paint is good 'flow'. You want to avoid abrupt color changes where rooms come together. Find colors that work together. And that make you FEEL good. Color definitely affects your mood (chromatherapy) so when you find a color you like take notice of how it makes you feel. (This applies to being in real life spaces.. moreso that photos). There are many trendy diners, bookstores, cafes, spas and boutiques decorated in modern colors/styles so take notice of decor when you are out and about.

Above all - have fun! By all means don't be so hard on yourself about your choices!!! Maybe your tastes have changed over time a bit or maybe you've had a lot of hand-me-downs and never really developed your style. Whatever the case if you look for items that you love you will enjoy being in your home... and your home will be a reflection of you. And by all means don't be afraid to get rid of (donate) things that 'don't work' any longer... Good luck and post your photos out in HGTV when you're done :)

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Teens: What are your plans and goals for the future?

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Ah, who gi

and HOW do you plan to get to where you want to get?

Having no goal is really starting to annoy me! :D

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* For right now, all I wanna do is graduate high school with honors and attend my dream college.

* I want to become either an elementary school school teacher (I love kids) or a banker (I'm good with money & math). I think it'd be great to finally have a career to focus your life on and have something to look forward to everyday.

* After I graduate with my degree, I want to get a job as soon as possible and rent myself a nice apartment near downtown where all the great clubs and restaurants are so I can socialize with my friends. Also, with the extra money, I can finally get myself a decent car :p lol

* I hopefully want to meet a great guy that loves me for me and will do anything to make me feel special :) I want him to be friendly, smart, sweet, gentlemanly, family-oriented, and drop-dead funny.
Looks would be an added plus lol.

* I want to have a simple yet beautiful wedding at the beach with all my close friends, family; nothing too big & fancy, just sentimental and sweet :-)
I'd love to honeymoon for about a week in Italy, as well. The food must be AMAZING lol

* We would rent ourselves a new and modern yet small & cozy apartment with maybe about 2 bedrooms. It'd be just the right place for us to settle down.

* When I'm in my mid-to-late 20's, I'd really love to have kids. I have always wanted to be a mom but I'd rather wait to have kids rather than be like, 21, when I have them, so that I can enjoy life, advance in my career, and meet new people without the added stress of a baby.

I'd be happy with two kids; a girl and a boy, so I can see what it's like having two kids of a different gender. Trust me, it's tireing being surrounded by girls all day! (I have 3 more sisters)
I want them to look like me and hubby; a good mix of both. I'd name them Lilly and Noah.

* When I have my second baby, I'd like to move to an actual house in a great neighborhood in the suburbs. It'd be a single-floor, contemporary house with a nice pool in the backyard and hardwood floors.

* I would also adopt an abandoned/abused dog or cat to love and provide a warm home for. The male pet would be named Sam and the female would be Bella.

* I would retire when I'm about 65 and move to a huge ranch/plantation in the country and raise horses. I'd watch my grandchildren from my porch with my husband on my side, enjoying the remaining years of my life.

Lol, this is my goal. Although I realize it won't exactly turn out like this, it's good to have an idea about what you want your life to be and dream about it! I'm a MAJOR planner!

Yeah :)

PS: Just try to see what interests you and what you would rather do with your life. You can start off from there. It could be the teeniest goal from volunteering at the local animal shelter to travelling the world. At least you have a goal :-)

Nikki

Wall Color Ideas For Black Furniture?

Shopaholic

I'm remodeling my bedroom and I'm about to paint my walls. I have black furniture and I was looking for a paint color to coordinate with that. Any ideas on color for walls, curtains, decor, etc??

Answer
Black, Red, and White: This always adds a classic yet dramatic effect. Paint the walls white, but add bright red stencils and red accents, like small scarlet pillows on the black furniture. Add a modern theme to your room, using these dramatic elements for a neutral-gone-eyecatching setting.

http://teensthemes.com/black-and-white-contemporary-bedrooms.html


Black and Pale Green: Subtle, muted green walls adds an oriental effect to any room that contains black furniture. Add bamboo decorations, low wooden tables, and beautiful pictures of scenery for a jungly-exotic-oriental-calm effect.

http://www.housetohome.co.uk/imageBank/cache/l/LE.0407-118_e_9c53654d7f7c9c72667efde1daba6b35.jpg


Simple Black and White: A classic look without the drama, white walls and black furniture. As Better Home and Gardens says:

"Black and white is a popular contemporary decorating trend. This black-and-white duo is both flirty and sophisticated. Two floor-length mirrors complement the black wood-framed bed and highlight two glass chandeliers. Above the bed, three floating shelves allow for space to display photographs or other favorite accessories.

What We Love: An easy way to add modern and sleek elements to your design is with glass chandeliers. They look fabulous in contemporary settings, and are also an easy way to add youthful elegance to any room."

Go to this link for the full article and pictures: http://www.bhg.com/decorating/room/bedroom/contemporary-bedrooms/

French Accents: Black furniture, honey paneled walls and flooring, with modern and sophisticated accessories and a black iron sleigh bed.

Good Luck, and I hoped that I helped!

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Teens: What are your plans and goals for the future?

beautiful contemporary bedroom ideas image

Ah, who gi

and HOW do you plan to get to where you want to get?

Having no goal is really starting to annoy me! :D

Answer
* For right now, all I wanna do is graduate high school with honors and attend my dream college.

* I want to become either an elementary school school teacher (I love kids) or a banker (I'm good with money & math). I think it'd be great to finally have a career to focus your life on and have something to look forward to everyday.

* After I graduate with my degree, I want to get a job as soon as possible and rent myself a nice apartment near downtown where all the great clubs and restaurants are so I can socialize with my friends. Also, with the extra money, I can finally get myself a decent car :p lol

* I hopefully want to meet a great guy that loves me for me and will do anything to make me feel special :) I want him to be friendly, smart, sweet, gentlemanly, family-oriented, and drop-dead funny.
Looks would be an added plus lol.

* I want to have a simple yet beautiful wedding at the beach with all my close friends, family; nothing too big & fancy, just sentimental and sweet :-)
I'd love to honeymoon for about a week in Italy, as well. The food must be AMAZING lol

* We would rent ourselves a new and modern yet small & cozy apartment with maybe about 2 bedrooms. It'd be just the right place for us to settle down.

* When I'm in my mid-to-late 20's, I'd really love to have kids. I have always wanted to be a mom but I'd rather wait to have kids rather than be like, 21, when I have them, so that I can enjoy life, advance in my career, and meet new people without the added stress of a baby.

I'd be happy with two kids; a girl and a boy, so I can see what it's like having two kids of a different gender. Trust me, it's tireing being surrounded by girls all day! (I have 3 more sisters)
I want them to look like me and hubby; a good mix of both. I'd name them Lilly and Noah.

* When I have my second baby, I'd like to move to an actual house in a great neighborhood in the suburbs. It'd be a single-floor, contemporary house with a nice pool in the backyard and hardwood floors.

* I would also adopt an abandoned/abused dog or cat to love and provide a warm home for. The male pet would be named Sam and the female would be Bella.

* I would retire when I'm about 65 and move to a huge ranch/plantation in the country and raise horses. I'd watch my grandchildren from my porch with my husband on my side, enjoying the remaining years of my life.

Lol, this is my goal. Although I realize it won't exactly turn out like this, it's good to have an idea about what you want your life to be and dream about it! I'm a MAJOR planner!

Yeah :)

PS: Just try to see what interests you and what you would rather do with your life. You can start off from there. It could be the teeniest goal from volunteering at the local animal shelter to travelling the world. At least you have a goal :-)

Nikki

Wall Color Ideas For Black Furniture?

Shopaholic

I'm remodeling my bedroom and I'm about to paint my walls. I have black furniture and I was looking for a paint color to coordinate with that. Any ideas on color for walls, curtains, decor, etc??

Answer
Black, Red, and White: This always adds a classic yet dramatic effect. Paint the walls white, but add bright red stencils and red accents, like small scarlet pillows on the black furniture. Add a modern theme to your room, using these dramatic elements for a neutral-gone-eyecatching setting.

http://teensthemes.com/black-and-white-contemporary-bedrooms.html


Black and Pale Green: Subtle, muted green walls adds an oriental effect to any room that contains black furniture. Add bamboo decorations, low wooden tables, and beautiful pictures of scenery for a jungly-exotic-oriental-calm effect.

http://www.housetohome.co.uk/imageBank/cache/l/LE.0407-118_e_9c53654d7f7c9c72667efde1daba6b35.jpg


Simple Black and White: A classic look without the drama, white walls and black furniture. As Better Home and Gardens says:

"Black and white is a popular contemporary decorating trend. This black-and-white duo is both flirty and sophisticated. Two floor-length mirrors complement the black wood-framed bed and highlight two glass chandeliers. Above the bed, three floating shelves allow for space to display photographs or other favorite accessories.

What We Love: An easy way to add modern and sleek elements to your design is with glass chandeliers. They look fabulous in contemporary settings, and are also an easy way to add youthful elegance to any room."

Go to this link for the full article and pictures: http://www.bhg.com/decorating/room/bedroom/contemporary-bedrooms/

French Accents: Black furniture, honey paneled walls and flooring, with modern and sophisticated accessories and a black iron sleigh bed.

Good Luck, and I hoped that I helped!

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What color of paint is modern and cozy?

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rkunca01

My husband and I just bought a beautiful 4 br 2 ba home. The whole interior needs a new coat of paint. Any ideas on colors or designs? We both know how to paint but very confused when it comes to interior design. Thanks for help!

Answer
Chocolate brown can be quite cozy in a lounge, and you can always lighten it up in the summer by having beige cushions or seat covers.

It really is a matter of taste though, as some people think the colour is ghastly. Don't go for a really dark brown, you might as well paint it all black.

Red's a traditional cozy colour, but can be quite intimidating for males especially in the bedroom.

Whatever colour you do pick, make sure that you can lighten it up for the summer, as unless coupled with beige brown can make a room feel claustrophobic and hot in warm weather.

Light colours or yellows and blues will work for bathrooms. Greens and blues can work if they are not particularly ferocious.

Kitchens should be pale, and neither hot or cold. Try peach/yellow coupled with an assortment of coloured tiles for the walls to add a funky and modern feel that is contemporary and cozy. Make sure the tiles match the paint though!

Hallways should be neutral, as you generally pass through them. Lilacs, reds and oranges work (not together) as they are welcoming. Remember that this is the first room, other than the porch, that your guests will see.

If you have a porch, try mellow and low key colours. It does not need to be welcoming, you only use it to hang coats and put shoes in. Cheap prints can really make a porch feel nice, and make it feel although it is still part of the house without much work on your part.

I mentioned bedrooms and lounges earlier, in the earlier paragraphs. Utility rooms should be light and bright. Guest rooms should be neutral, whites or yellows often work well. You can dress white up with nice furniture to make the room feel more loved.

If in doubt on any room try to focus on curtains/material that you like. Match colours from existing furniture, artwork, upholstery and carpets. You may find this easier.

Modern themes tend to be pale, with bright and funky accessories. Interior designers are currently following the theory that it is the artwork ect that make the room what it is rather than having bright colours on the walls which flit in and out of fashion constantly.

I am having some issues with decorating my master bedroom. Help!?

Jackie W

I have a rather large space (17x17 ft) with a vaulted ceiling that angles up and creates a plant shelf above the door to the master bath. I would like some suggestions on what to do with this shelf area. It is about 12 ft long and 4 ft deep and is about 9 ft from the floor and is 5 ft tall. I would say that our style is "transitional" not too contemporary and not too traditional. Also I am having trouble with the color scheme. Our furniture is dark cherry, our bedding is khaki and creme striped and the carpet is beige. The walls are currently khaki and all of the neutrals are starting to get to me!! I would like to add some color but with such large walls I am afraid of being overwhelmed. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

Thanks!

Answer
i would probably fill the space above the door with a sculpture of some sort (try pier one or bombay company). i think that maybe some light grayish tones with hints of blue would look very nice on your walls to complement the contemporary side. otherwise you should go your local paint store and pick up some paint swatches or even some sample colors that you can actually paint on your wall to try.
this website provides some beautiful colors and ideas. for your situation i would suggest checking out the urban loft, whitewash and thoroughbred colors.

http://rlhome.polo.com/rlhome/products/paint/items.asp?haid=120&f=lp&start=0

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What color of paint is modern and cozy?

beautiful contemporary bedroom ideas image

rkunca01

My husband and I just bought a beautiful 4 br 2 ba home. The whole interior needs a new coat of paint. Any ideas on colors or designs? We both know how to paint but very confused when it comes to interior design. Thanks for help!

Answer
Chocolate brown can be quite cozy in a lounge, and you can always lighten it up in the summer by having beige cushions or seat covers.

It really is a matter of taste though, as some people think the colour is ghastly. Don't go for a really dark brown, you might as well paint it all black.

Red's a traditional cozy colour, but can be quite intimidating for males especially in the bedroom.

Whatever colour you do pick, make sure that you can lighten it up for the summer, as unless coupled with beige brown can make a room feel claustrophobic and hot in warm weather.

Light colours or yellows and blues will work for bathrooms. Greens and blues can work if they are not particularly ferocious.

Kitchens should be pale, and neither hot or cold. Try peach/yellow coupled with an assortment of coloured tiles for the walls to add a funky and modern feel that is contemporary and cozy. Make sure the tiles match the paint though!

Hallways should be neutral, as you generally pass through them. Lilacs, reds and oranges work (not together) as they are welcoming. Remember that this is the first room, other than the porch, that your guests will see.

If you have a porch, try mellow and low key colours. It does not need to be welcoming, you only use it to hang coats and put shoes in. Cheap prints can really make a porch feel nice, and make it feel although it is still part of the house without much work on your part.

I mentioned bedrooms and lounges earlier, in the earlier paragraphs. Utility rooms should be light and bright. Guest rooms should be neutral, whites or yellows often work well. You can dress white up with nice furniture to make the room feel more loved.

If in doubt on any room try to focus on curtains/material that you like. Match colours from existing furniture, artwork, upholstery and carpets. You may find this easier.

Modern themes tend to be pale, with bright and funky accessories. Interior designers are currently following the theory that it is the artwork ect that make the room what it is rather than having bright colours on the walls which flit in and out of fashion constantly.

I am having some issues with decorating my master bedroom. Help!?

Jackie W

I have a rather large space (17x17 ft) with a vaulted ceiling that angles up and creates a plant shelf above the door to the master bath. I would like some suggestions on what to do with this shelf area. It is about 12 ft long and 4 ft deep and is about 9 ft from the floor and is 5 ft tall. I would say that our style is "transitional" not too contemporary and not too traditional. Also I am having trouble with the color scheme. Our furniture is dark cherry, our bedding is khaki and creme striped and the carpet is beige. The walls are currently khaki and all of the neutrals are starting to get to me!! I would like to add some color but with such large walls I am afraid of being overwhelmed. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

Thanks!

Answer
i would probably fill the space above the door with a sculpture of some sort (try pier one or bombay company). i think that maybe some light grayish tones with hints of blue would look very nice on your walls to complement the contemporary side. otherwise you should go your local paint store and pick up some paint swatches or even some sample colors that you can actually paint on your wall to try.
this website provides some beautiful colors and ideas. for your situation i would suggest checking out the urban loft, whitewash and thoroughbred colors.

http://rlhome.polo.com/rlhome/products/paint/items.asp?haid=120&f=lp&start=0

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bedroom ideas?

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crazy4bead

We just built a second story addition to our home, which will be the bedrooms.there is no drywall there yet until we design something. does anyone know where i can get ideas ? we are looking for a contemporary look. ceiling designs with lots of lighting. something very unique. I cant seem to find any websites, and have a lot of books on interior designs. But somehow cant find anything :( room sizes are 20x22 . so we definitly have pleanty of space to do something nice with the ceilings. I appreciate any help.

Answer
how about a vaulted cieling... painting the inside a different color than the rest of the room... Our bedroom is painted a brown/gold color, and the cieling on the inside where its vaulted is painted a deep red color... then we have a beautiful chandelier in the middle. It gives the room alot of depth, and makes it look bigger, and the colors are warm and romantic!

Teens: What are your plans and goals for the future?

Ah, who gi

and HOW do you plan to get to where you want to get?

Having no goal is really starting to annoy me! :D

Answer
* For right now, all I wanna do is graduate high school with honors and attend my dream college.

* I want to become either an elementary school school teacher (I love kids) or a banker (I'm good with money & math). I think it'd be great to finally have a career to focus your life on and have something to look forward to everyday.

* After I graduate with my degree, I want to get a job as soon as possible and rent myself a nice apartment near downtown where all the great clubs and restaurants are so I can socialize with my friends. Also, with the extra money, I can finally get myself a decent car :p lol

* I hopefully want to meet a great guy that loves me for me and will do anything to make me feel special :) I want him to be friendly, smart, sweet, gentlemanly, family-oriented, and drop-dead funny.
Looks would be an added plus lol.

* I want to have a simple yet beautiful wedding at the beach with all my close friends, family; nothing too big & fancy, just sentimental and sweet :-)
I'd love to honeymoon for about a week in Italy, as well. The food must be AMAZING lol

* We would rent ourselves a new and modern yet small & cozy apartment with maybe about 2 bedrooms. It'd be just the right place for us to settle down.

* When I'm in my mid-to-late 20's, I'd really love to have kids. I have always wanted to be a mom but I'd rather wait to have kids rather than be like, 21, when I have them, so that I can enjoy life, advance in my career, and meet new people without the added stress of a baby.

I'd be happy with two kids; a girl and a boy, so I can see what it's like having two kids of a different gender. Trust me, it's tireing being surrounded by girls all day! (I have 3 more sisters)
I want them to look like me and hubby; a good mix of both. I'd name them Lilly and Noah.

* When I have my second baby, I'd like to move to an actual house in a great neighborhood in the suburbs. It'd be a single-floor, contemporary house with a nice pool in the backyard and hardwood floors.

* I would also adopt an abandoned/abused dog or cat to love and provide a warm home for. The male pet would be named Sam and the female would be Bella.

* I would retire when I'm about 65 and move to a huge ranch/plantation in the country and raise horses. I'd watch my grandchildren from my porch with my husband on my side, enjoying the remaining years of my life.

Lol, this is my goal. Although I realize it won't exactly turn out like this, it's good to have an idea about what you want your life to be and dream about it! I'm a MAJOR planner!

Yeah :)

PS: Just try to see what interests you and what you would rather do with your life. You can start off from there. It could be the teeniest goal from volunteering at the local animal shelter to travelling the world. At least you have a goal :-)

Nikki

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bedroom ideas?

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crazy4bead

We just built a second story addition to our home, which will be the bedrooms.there is no drywall there yet until we design something. does anyone know where i can get ideas ? we are looking for a contemporary look. ceiling designs with lots of lighting. something very unique. I cant seem to find any websites, and have a lot of books on interior designs. But somehow cant find anything :( room sizes are 20x22 . so we definitly have pleanty of space to do something nice with the ceilings. I appreciate any help.

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how about a vaulted cieling... painting the inside a different color than the rest of the room... Our bedroom is painted a brown/gold color, and the cieling on the inside where its vaulted is painted a deep red color... then we have a beautiful chandelier in the middle. It gives the room alot of depth, and makes it look bigger, and the colors are warm and romantic!

Teens: What are your plans and goals for the future?

Ah, who gi

and HOW do you plan to get to where you want to get?

Having no goal is really starting to annoy me! :D

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* For right now, all I wanna do is graduate high school with honors and attend my dream college.

* I want to become either an elementary school school teacher (I love kids) or a banker (I'm good with money & math). I think it'd be great to finally have a career to focus your life on and have something to look forward to everyday.

* After I graduate with my degree, I want to get a job as soon as possible and rent myself a nice apartment near downtown where all the great clubs and restaurants are so I can socialize with my friends. Also, with the extra money, I can finally get myself a decent car :p lol

* I hopefully want to meet a great guy that loves me for me and will do anything to make me feel special :) I want him to be friendly, smart, sweet, gentlemanly, family-oriented, and drop-dead funny.
Looks would be an added plus lol.

* I want to have a simple yet beautiful wedding at the beach with all my close friends, family; nothing too big & fancy, just sentimental and sweet :-)
I'd love to honeymoon for about a week in Italy, as well. The food must be AMAZING lol

* We would rent ourselves a new and modern yet small & cozy apartment with maybe about 2 bedrooms. It'd be just the right place for us to settle down.

* When I'm in my mid-to-late 20's, I'd really love to have kids. I have always wanted to be a mom but I'd rather wait to have kids rather than be like, 21, when I have them, so that I can enjoy life, advance in my career, and meet new people without the added stress of a baby.

I'd be happy with two kids; a girl and a boy, so I can see what it's like having two kids of a different gender. Trust me, it's tireing being surrounded by girls all day! (I have 3 more sisters)
I want them to look like me and hubby; a good mix of both. I'd name them Lilly and Noah.

* When I have my second baby, I'd like to move to an actual house in a great neighborhood in the suburbs. It'd be a single-floor, contemporary house with a nice pool in the backyard and hardwood floors.

* I would also adopt an abandoned/abused dog or cat to love and provide a warm home for. The male pet would be named Sam and the female would be Bella.

* I would retire when I'm about 65 and move to a huge ranch/plantation in the country and raise horses. I'd watch my grandchildren from my porch with my husband on my side, enjoying the remaining years of my life.

Lol, this is my goal. Although I realize it won't exactly turn out like this, it's good to have an idea about what you want your life to be and dream about it! I'm a MAJOR planner!

Yeah :)

PS: Just try to see what interests you and what you would rather do with your life. You can start off from there. It could be the teeniest goal from volunteering at the local animal shelter to travelling the world. At least you have a goal :-)

Nikki

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How to decorate a bedroom with green sheets and black-brown furniture (pictures included)?

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CeeBee

Greetings Yahoo! Answers.

My husband and I recently purchased a bedroom set and a gorgeous set of sheets. Unfortunately we have no idea how to decorate this room. The walls are currently a light creamy beige with white faux wood window blinds.

Can you please suggest some painting colors, techniques and other decor ideas that can transform our bedroom into a beautiful and modern/contemporary relaxing escape.

Thanks! :D
Pictures of items:
http://www.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=223343&PartnerID=FROOGLE&BannerID=MP689

http://www.plummers.com/?page=shop/flypage&page_back=shop/category_items&offset=0&product_id=1719&category_id=c1e0d9a7fb6a657ca914607535c7cdd1

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a rich red/orange wall accent with a nice earth tone brown will go nice on the walls to accent the furniture and beddings ... try imaging the walls in two tone colors.

My friend just move into her new house, and in one of the rooms had similar specs as your's, that's what she did and it looked great, i'm sorry I don't have pictures though...

What color of paint is modern and cozy?

rkunca01

My husband and I just bought a beautiful 4 br 2 ba home. The whole interior needs a new coat of paint. Any ideas on colors or designs? We both know how to paint but very confused when it comes to interior design. Thanks for help!

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Chocolate brown can be quite cozy in a lounge, and you can always lighten it up in the summer by having beige cushions or seat covers.

It really is a matter of taste though, as some people think the colour is ghastly. Don't go for a really dark brown, you might as well paint it all black.

Red's a traditional cozy colour, but can be quite intimidating for males especially in the bedroom.

Whatever colour you do pick, make sure that you can lighten it up for the summer, as unless coupled with beige brown can make a room feel claustrophobic and hot in warm weather.

Light colours or yellows and blues will work for bathrooms. Greens and blues can work if they are not particularly ferocious.

Kitchens should be pale, and neither hot or cold. Try peach/yellow coupled with an assortment of coloured tiles for the walls to add a funky and modern feel that is contemporary and cozy. Make sure the tiles match the paint though!

Hallways should be neutral, as you generally pass through them. Lilacs, reds and oranges work (not together) as they are welcoming. Remember that this is the first room, other than the porch, that your guests will see.

If you have a porch, try mellow and low key colours. It does not need to be welcoming, you only use it to hang coats and put shoes in. Cheap prints can really make a porch feel nice, and make it feel although it is still part of the house without much work on your part.

I mentioned bedrooms and lounges earlier, in the earlier paragraphs. Utility rooms should be light and bright. Guest rooms should be neutral, whites or yellows often work well. You can dress white up with nice furniture to make the room feel more loved.

If in doubt on any room try to focus on curtains/material that you like. Match colours from existing furniture, artwork, upholstery and carpets. You may find this easier.

Modern themes tend to be pale, with bright and funky accessories. Interior designers are currently following the theory that it is the artwork ect that make the room what it is rather than having bright colours on the walls which flit in and out of fashion constantly.

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How to decorate a bedroom with green sheets and black-brown furniture (pictures included)?

beautiful contemporary bedroom ideas image

CeeBee

Greetings Yahoo! Answers.

My husband and I recently purchased a bedroom set and a gorgeous set of sheets. Unfortunately we have no idea how to decorate this room. The walls are currently a light creamy beige with white faux wood window blinds.

Can you please suggest some painting colors, techniques and other decor ideas that can transform our bedroom into a beautiful and modern/contemporary relaxing escape.

Thanks! :D
Pictures of items:
http://www.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=223343&PartnerID=FROOGLE&BannerID=MP689

http://www.plummers.com/?page=shop/flypage&page_back=shop/category_items&offset=0&product_id=1719&category_id=c1e0d9a7fb6a657ca914607535c7cdd1

Answer
a rich red/orange wall accent with a nice earth tone brown will go nice on the walls to accent the furniture and beddings ... try imaging the walls in two tone colors.

My friend just move into her new house, and in one of the rooms had similar specs as your's, that's what she did and it looked great, i'm sorry I don't have pictures though...

What color of paint is modern and cozy?

rkunca01

My husband and I just bought a beautiful 4 br 2 ba home. The whole interior needs a new coat of paint. Any ideas on colors or designs? We both know how to paint but very confused when it comes to interior design. Thanks for help!

Answer
Chocolate brown can be quite cozy in a lounge, and you can always lighten it up in the summer by having beige cushions or seat covers.

It really is a matter of taste though, as some people think the colour is ghastly. Don't go for a really dark brown, you might as well paint it all black.

Red's a traditional cozy colour, but can be quite intimidating for males especially in the bedroom.

Whatever colour you do pick, make sure that you can lighten it up for the summer, as unless coupled with beige brown can make a room feel claustrophobic and hot in warm weather.

Light colours or yellows and blues will work for bathrooms. Greens and blues can work if they are not particularly ferocious.

Kitchens should be pale, and neither hot or cold. Try peach/yellow coupled with an assortment of coloured tiles for the walls to add a funky and modern feel that is contemporary and cozy. Make sure the tiles match the paint though!

Hallways should be neutral, as you generally pass through them. Lilacs, reds and oranges work (not together) as they are welcoming. Remember that this is the first room, other than the porch, that your guests will see.

If you have a porch, try mellow and low key colours. It does not need to be welcoming, you only use it to hang coats and put shoes in. Cheap prints can really make a porch feel nice, and make it feel although it is still part of the house without much work on your part.

I mentioned bedrooms and lounges earlier, in the earlier paragraphs. Utility rooms should be light and bright. Guest rooms should be neutral, whites or yellows often work well. You can dress white up with nice furniture to make the room feel more loved.

If in doubt on any room try to focus on curtains/material that you like. Match colours from existing furniture, artwork, upholstery and carpets. You may find this easier.

Modern themes tend to be pale, with bright and funky accessories. Interior designers are currently following the theory that it is the artwork ect that make the room what it is rather than having bright colours on the walls which flit in and out of fashion constantly.

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