Nothing says relaxation and leisure during the hot season like a swimming pool. A glassy expanse of turquoise or aqua is as distinctive a summer design element as you can get. And even if you don’t have a pool in your backyard, you can take inspiration from poolside style to capture that relaxed leisurely vibe read more »
Your summer cabin can be a vacation from the stress and busyness of everyday life, so why not take a vacation from your everyday home design as well? Give yourself free reign to explore a bolder or more eclectic look in a home where you’ll spend weekends and holidays. Vacation retreats come in many locations read more »
If your dining room is feeling a bit dull, don’t assume you have to make over the entire space to ramp up the drama. Sometimes just one bold change can completely change a room’s personality. For this topic, we’re taking inspiration from our Buoy Crazy Dining Set (pictured above), which pushes the bounds of color read more »
Cabinets are usually larger pieces of furniture and can take up a significant amount of space. To maximize the value of that space, see if you can use your cabinets in these three ways: To provide organization and storage To function for other purposes, such as a serving surface, art and photo display, or TV read more »
An oversized piece of art is one of the most impactful elements you can incorporate into a room design. Whatever effect you’re going for is multiplied by the scale and prominence of a large painting or photograph. Here at EcoChic, we believe in making a big statement with your furniture and décor. With that in read more »
Bar tables can get overlooked in design because their name dictates a specific function, and not everyone needs a bar in their home. So perhaps we should be calling them “high tables” to remind ourselves of their versatility. In room design, it’s desirable to have varying heights of furniture and accessories, and bar tables can read more »
In the winter we tend to spend more time indoors — reading, playing games, watching movies cuddled up on the couch. If your part of the world has very cold or rainy winters, it’s lovely to feel cozy and warm inside your home. A living room designed with comfort and relaxation in mind can lift read more »
Children’s bedroom design has been trending toward sophisticated neutral and monochrome backdrops with punchy accents. And there is a good eco-friendly reason for this, beyond just keeping up with the look of the rest of the house. A timeless bedroom design, with colors and furnishings that can last through years or decades of a child’s read more »
Whether you’re downsizing or simply choosing a minimalist home, you may find you have too much furniture. You can make the most of a smaller living space by thinking of new ways to use pieces you already own. Or you can buy a new piece and find clever ways to incorporate it into your space. read more »
Who doesn’t need extra seating in their family room? Guests stop by to watch the game. You’re hosting a wedding shower. Your children have friends visiting for a sleepover. Whatever the occasion, you will be ready if you have bar chairs on hand. Bar chairs are useful because they are comfortable for seating but still read more »