Decoration

In a city as cramped as New York, space is always tight. In fact, one of the most common requests from our interior designers is for furniture with built-in or hidden storage space. Get inspired to create space in your home with these pieces that store your belongings in style. Upholstered wooden bench An upholstered seat covers hidden storage space …

Lighting isn’t just an essential part of your home design. It’s an important part of staying healthy, and the amount of natural sunlight we receive has a direct impact on our well-being. So if there is little room in your home for natural light, don’t let it. Our skilled designers have these tips on how to brighten a dark room. …

Just this summer, one of our favorite online hangouts, Burkelman, a brick and mortar store opened in beautiful Cold Springs, New York. The store is located in a 1,500 square meter former soda shop. The room, with its original wooden floors and tin ceilings, is the perfect backdrop for the collection of housewares and jewelry that owners have sourced from …

A large, blank wall is the perfect place to showcase your design sensitivity and personal interests. So don’t let an empty wall go unadorned. Our senior designers have these suggestions for decorating a blank wall. Living plant wall When you have a blank wall at home, it’s showing a side of your personality that can’t be seen anywhere else. And …

When it comes to living room wall decorating ideas the sky is the limit and with that said they can make or break a room right away too. How can you achieve the right look with confidence? To help you find key inspiration, we interviewed Décor Aid interior designers about how they have interesting and unexpected views on living room …

When it comes to interior design trends, like anything else, there are always the good, the bad, and the ugly when trying to keep up with the times, and there are many unfathomable. To keep you posted and to avoid bad decorating decisions and practices, we’ve made a picklist of which bad interior design trends should be avoided for good …

Nobody wants their home to feel like a museum, but a few framed artwork can add flair to empty walls. Whether you’re adding something to talk about, making a personal statement, or looking for an opportunity to brag about that one art history class you took in college, bringing art into your home is a surefire way to add a …

So you saved some money by taking a DIY approach to your office design. Good for you. But you’ve likely made some office design mistakes. However, there is a chance that you will cut off some corners that will now make your headquarters feel a little … meh. Even if you’re happy with the way your space has been designed, …

We asked our friends at Concepts & Colorways to look into some of the season’s best interior color trends, inspired by the recent runways. Fortunately, lacquer colors are their specialty. It’s always fun to watch the hottest fashion color trends get into our homes. Here, at Concepts & colorsWe keep an eye on these color trends and look for ways …

Each home has a front door that makes a statement. But what about interior doors? Most times, interior doors are not as important that they should be granted. If you are looking to spruce up your living space, then invest in decorative interior doors. It not only gives great potential to your house, but you will not be part of …

January is all about new beginnings and new beginnings. We jump on the train and, so to speak, start our own cleaning for the new year. No, it’s not the infamous annual goop detox, it’s a pallet cleanse. When it comes to design, there is no better cleaner than white. This shade gives any room an instant dose of freshness …

When it comes to home decor and interior design concerns, storage is almost always high on the list. No matter how spacious the house is or how often you clean up the closet, things always seem to pile up. If you are running out of wall space for shelving and you can’t understand how to add more cabinets to your …

Are you planning to update your kitchen this year but don’t know where to start? If so, we are looking for the best modern kitchen cabinets to keep you inspired with serious style. With kitchen upgrades in mind, Décor Aid interior designers have compiled a list of the best modern kitchen cabinets so that you can freshen up your kitchen …

From the myth of the daffodil to the story of Snow White, mirrors have long been a powerful symbol and tool. Not only do these polished reflective surfaces allow us to check our hair for runaways and our face for improper makeup, they also serve as timeless decorative items. Mirrors are both more functional and versatile than paintings, prints, or …

Some home decor decisions are a breeze. This shaggy carpet? Done. A new window treatment? Piece of decorating cake. Even the input table you choose can be an afterthought (in some cases). However, think twice before deciding on the correct table setting for your domain. Since cutlery is an essential part of a functional home, you should keep in mind …

Your home should be a place where you can relax after a busy day at work. And if you don’t have the time to go to the sauna weekly, indulge in a home spa treatment. Pour out some Epsom salt. Our expert designers have these tips to help transform your bathroom into a home spa. Marble accents Marble works well …

Are you looking for a neutral color that has more depth and warmth than cold and clinical white, but is visually not as heavy as black or brown? As a flashy alternative, consider sage green colors as the ideal solution. According to the interior designers at Décor Aid, sage is a delightfully gender-neutral shade and a soothing alternative to standard …

If you’re interested in a rich, layered interior design that highlights a number of eras and movements, eclectic style interior design may be just the right direction for your home. But why eclectic style? The eclectic style is all about harmony and the coming together of different styles, the juxtaposition of textures and contrasting colors to create a cohesive, beautifully …

Design is all about the perfect combination of form and function. Whether we’re helping you choose the best furniture for your studio apartment or developing a floor plan for your office, we want the process to be as useful as it is beautiful. In many ways, you can see us as your personal interior decorating tool. A tool that allows …

When a couple bought a cooperative in Manhattan’s Turtle Bay neighborhood, they came to us with a seemingly impossible request: redesign a poorly lit, claustrophobic space and transform it into a bright, spacious urban oasis. And they always wanted it on a budget! But, as always, our senior designers were ready to create an affordable, luxurious space. With a subtle, …

Since our customers often request inspirational home bars for their homes, we look for affordable and achievable ways that you can create your own without breaking the bank or taking up too much valuable space in your home. If getting into expensive custom bar designs is beyond your reach, then these 12 DIY home bar ideas handpicked by our decorators …

For many people choosing a childrens theme is not an easy task. For others, the procedure is easy. In the event that you arrange an up and coming child shower, there will be many things that you should remember. It is obvious that choosing a baby shower theme turns out to be high demanding if you know your child's gender. …

With the holidays behind us and long winter behind us, there is no better time to plan an escape. Whether you’re looking for palm trees and bodies of water, or want to take a trip to some of the best ski slopes in the country, check out five of our favorite design-led getaways. Akureyri, Iceland This incredible cabin, available through …

The entrance table is a place of extremes. For some, it’s just the place to drop your keys, mail, and the contents of your bags when you walk through the door. But for others, the intent is to make a design statement and set the tone for the rest of your home. Fortunately, it can be both. So find out …

When thinking about ways to decorate a home, art is a great way to showcase your personal style and add a touch of luxury to any room. Keep in mind that everyone can buy prints, but not everyone knows how to get the most out of these pieces. Make your home stand out from the neighbors by adding art throughout …