Apartment Decorating Ideas

Apartment Decorating Ideas

Apartment decorating ideas are helpful for people just moving into a new place, or for giving an old apartment a new look. Check out apartment decorating articles, pictures and videos for inspiration on how how to make your apartment... [more]

Apartment decorating ideas are helpful for people just moving into a new place, or for giving an old apartment a new look. Check out apartment decorating articles, pictures and videos for inspiration on how how to make your apartment unique.

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A small apartment leaves you with limited space for decorating - which actually makes your decor even MORE important. With the right pieces and some savvy design sense, you can make the space seem much larger than it actually is and ensure that every square foot is being used to its potential. Check out some of these pictures for inspiration:


Furniture that is more slender than chunky will take up less space, both physically and visually.


Try building asymmetrical shelving along one whole wall. Not only will it provide storage for books and knick knacks, it's a design piece in itself. Keep the rest of the decor in the room simple to pull off this trick.


Use bright colors and light walls to your advantage, because they will make the space seem more open. Don't rely too much on solid upholstery, though - some pattern will add dimension to the room.


Try a wrap-around sofa in a dark color to maximize seating potential without swallowing the room. Make sure to contrast dark furniture colors with light, open walls and colorful prints.


Keep dining areas versatile by choosing a table that can fold down or has removable leaves. That way, if you move into a larger space you can use the same piece. Choose one focus for your centerpiece, and keep it simple so that it doesn't dominate the table - save color and pattern for wall art.

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Creating an Anthropologie apartment is easy if you're looking for the right kind of stuff. Obviously you can visit their Web site to order the products you want, but you can also search for things that fit their colorful, shabby chic style. Check out some pictures for inspiration: The print of the rug is complemented by the lovely wall color and bright curtains and chairs. Mixing prints and solids is one of Anthropologie's best tricks. This is a fantastic look for a nursery, with the chocolate and pale green wall colors. Notice again how the letters of the name are covered in a colorful ... Read Full Story
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Besides buying loads of artwork, there are plenty of ways to fill empty space on your apartment walls. Check out some ideas below. Wall decals aren't permanent, and they add tons of character to a blank wall. I love the picture in this entryway, which isn't too involved but still looks fantastic with a pop of color. This framed picture is composed of several strips of fabric. Easy, fast, and interesting. This geometric wall design is made of painted foam squares. It's an inexpensive project that's truly unique. Try displaying your photos in a really bold way. This wall of photographs looks great and ... Read Full Story
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Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Apartment Decorating Ideas". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story
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For example, purple curtains with a gauzy green veil give a room a Spring atmosphere, whereas navy blue curtains with a white veil look more austere and formal. Look through the fabric section at your local craft store for ideas. ...  
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Gary Mitchell, 47, planted several bushes along the front sidewalk of the Sarasota home he's renting. A neighbor, Teal Fowler, noticed that there were several razor blades sticking to the branches of his bushes. She talked to him about it. Turns out ...  
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In my hometown of Atchison, we have all the ingredients for a chilling Halloween celebration, from creepy Victorian mansions to so many spooks we've been declared the Most Haunted Town in Kansas. But you don't have to live in a town that's home to ...  
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The halls of downtown Pensacola won't be decked with traditional Christmas decorations this year. For the past 15 years, the Downtown Improvement Board has been responsible for putting up festive holiday decorations for six weeks of the year. The ...  
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Just because the square footage is limited doesn't mean the home-decorating ideas have to be. That's the theory behind Design Above All, the latest showcase from the San Francisco Design Center that opened this weekend at One Rincon Hill. Four design ...  
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It wasn't too long ago that cake decorating was popular among only professionals and a fringe group of passionate home bakers. No one has to tell you just how much that's changed. Cake decorating TV programs continue to rise, with the Food Network ...  
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Wilton cake decorating instructors Julie and Nancy will host Central New York's first Cake Decorating Contest from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 at The Shops at Ithaca Mall. The theme of this year's event is "Fall and Harvest Inspired Cakes ...  
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Decorating a Teen Girl's Bedroom
The key to decorating a teen girl's bedroom is choosing colors, themes and interests that reflect their personality. Check out these pictures for inspiration: Light, bright colors with white accents is feminine and cottage-style, but still age-appropriate. Bright shades like lime green and hot pink are fun and bold. Choose a distinct color scheme, and then add interest with different materials and patterns. Like I said: keep her interests in mind! If she plays a mean guitar, let... Read Full Story

Bedroom Color Ideas
Picking out a color for your bedroom is easy, but knowing what other colors complement the shade isn't always so simple. Check out these pictures for ideas on modern bedroom color schemes that work. Chocolate brown, blue and white or tan is a fool-proof scheme that looks modern and very sophisticated. When using light colors like tan, white and pale blue, throw some reddish-pink accents in. It looks modern and adds so much interest to the space. A honey yellow (not neon) looks... Read Full Story
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