Re-Purposing Household Items

Jenn Greenleaf | November 24, 2008

Question: When you see a ladder, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Typical Answer: Something to climb on to reach things that are, well, out of reach. Designer Answer: A shelving unit! There’s no right or wrong answer here.  This is an example of how there are varying opinions about how things should [...]

Slipcovering Furniture

Jenn Greenleaf | November 20, 2008

Do you have a sofa that you’re tired of, or that doesn’t match the color scheme you want for a room makeover?  Do you have a dining set that could use some elegant sprucing up? Rather than replacing these pieces, cover them over!  Slipcovers have come a long way since the days of bouffant floral [...]

Multifunctional Furniture Pieces

Jenn Greenleaf | November 19, 2008

It seems that, nine times out of then, when the term multi-function furniture piece comes to mind thoughts automatically shift to sofa beds.  While the fact of the matter is true that sofa beds do serve well as a multi-functional piece, they are not the only type out there.  For those living in small apartments, [...]

Faucets: Fanciful or Functional

Jenn Greenleaf | November 18, 2008

When choosing a faucet for a kitchen it can be difficult to determine which would be the best option . . . something that is functional and not all that exciting to look at, or something that is pleasing to the eye and the overall design of the space.  This is tricky when it comes [...]

Recycled Glass Countertops

Jenn Greenleaf | November 17, 2008

Did you know that you could have a countertop in your kitchen or bathroom make from recycled glass?  For those looking to incorporate many green features, are trying to have all green features, in their home this is particularly appealing.  It is as hard as concrete, as damage resistant as granite, and is extremely durable [...]

Garage Organization – Get it Done!

Jenn Greenleaf | November 15, 2008

Wouldn’t it be nice if a a garage just all of a sudden wasn’t a clutter magnet and was built with ready-made organizational features from the get-go?  It would also be nice to have a magic wand, but that won’t be happening anytime soon either.  In the meantime, you need to get cracking! This home [...]

Book Cover Basics For Home Interiors

Jenn Greenleaf | November 14, 2008

Do you have a large collection of books in your primary living space?  Do you want to create a new look for your room?  A simple way to unify the look of a room you’re decorating is to cover over all the books in matching or complimentary colors. Even if this is a small tucked away [...]

Interesting Staircases

Jenn Greenleaf | November 11, 2008

Are you interested in adding some interesting architecture to your home’s design? This can be done with staircases and stairways. Even if you’re already living in an existing structure, it’s still possible to complete this type of home improvement. It’s a very complex process, so you’ll need a lot of information before you get started. [...]

Indoor Flowering Plants

Jenn Greenleaf | November 10, 2008

How often do you equate using potted floral plants to improve your interior living spaces?  Not that often, right?  I know whenever I think of a potted floral, I wonder where I can set it on my deck or stairways outside.  Rarely do I think of where I can put them inside, unless I’m using [...]

Improve Your Home With Houseplants

Jenn Greenleaf | November 9, 2008

Did you know something as simple as houseplants have a way of significantly improving the quality of life?  Not only are they pretty to look at, but also they are believed to have health benefits such as fighting off headaches.  Some plants are known for their air purifying properties.  These plants include: Ferns Ficus Ivy [...]