2013 Luxury Living Room Curtains Designs Ideas

When it comes to decorating your home, there are certain things that can be done to give it a complete transformation. You could try out a few simple things like, changing the cushion and the cover of your sofa, changing the paintings or wall hanging. More importantly, it is the curtains that can really change the look of your place.
Curtains can be a defining aspect of a living room. Large windows may benefit from the long, graceful lines of a traditional drapery or a more contemporary sheer fabric. A wide of variety of curtain choices are available to dress your living room window. Take a good look at the layout and color scheme of your living room and start searching.
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2013 Fresh Kitchen Decorating Update Ideas for Summer

Use these easy kitchen decorating ideas to refresh your kitchen without an extensive remodel.
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Use windows as a spot for pattern and color in a kitchen where neutrals reign. To create a coordinated look, use a fabric that has a color already found in your kitchen. The fabric on these Roman shades contains a gray similar to the cabinets. Consider using an easy to wash fabric for your treatments so you can wash them from time to time and prevent the retention of cooking odors.

Outfit your banquette or breakfast nook with an ensemble of pillows. These pretty additions will decorate the eating space when it's not in use and provide an extra layer of comfort when you are gathered around the table.

Even though a kitchen is called upon to be highly functional, that doesn't mean it can't be stylish. Display artwork like you would in a living room or bedroom. Consider vintage food or grocer signs to add collected flair, or a pretty painting for a more elegant vibe.

Turn castoff and mismatch plates into a fun display. Cruise clearance racks and thrift stores to find lone plates that share a commonality. The plates in this display all sport red designs, which unifies the display and creates a bond with the nearby red island.

Give old chairs a boost by re-covering the seats or adding new cushions. Choose a fabric that goes with other elements within the kitchen so your new addition blends seamlessly.

Kitchens typically don't have a lot of wall space, thanks to cabinetry, backsplashes, windows, and doorways. Use limited wall space as a chance to display a color you might not otherwise choose for a large wall or whole room. Here, a sable brown colors the space above the windows, which grounds the light kitchen. Also, look to the "fifth wall" of a room  the ceiling  as a place to add color with paint.

Small kitchens, especially those with U- or L-shape layouts, can accommodate an island, if it is the right size. Measure your kitchen and keep in mind that walkways around the islands should be 36 inches wide. Determine what size of island your kitchen could handle and start looking. A rustic worktable suits this kitchen's cottage style. Consider an island on wheels to make it easy to move as necessary, such as when you're serving a buffet.

Paint the insides of your cabinets for an update that will give your kitchen decorating mileage without much cost. Choose your color from an existing element in your kitchen, such as a fleck that appears in your countertops or backsplash, or a color that is featured on window treatments.

Activate the space in front of a window as bonus storage. Mount shelves in front of the window by either anchoring them to the wall or along the sides of upper cabinets. This handy solution can also block a not-so-great outside view while allowing light to come in from the window.

If you have a beloved collection of cookbooks, don't relegate them to a cabinet put them on display. The pretty covers will serve as artwork when arranged and layered facing outward on the shelves within an island. Floating shelves on the walls are also an easy display solution just make sure the shelves aren't too close to the sink or range so there isn't the risk of a book falling into soapy water or onto a hot burner.

Give a narrow galley kitchen a focal point by painting the "end" wall a bright color. A contrasting and vivid hue will draw the eye through the kitchen and make it appear longer. Consider a color that's complementary to a color already found in your kitchen. Here, a coral-orange paint is the complement to the dusty blue cabinets.

If you have a cabinet door that is irreparable, replace it with a curtain. Cut and hem a piece of fabric to size (you'll want the fabric to be wider than the door, so it can appear gathered and pleated) and sew a pocket on the top of the fabric. Place the curtain onto a tension rod and mount inside the cabinet doorway. Keep in mind that this project should not be used on cabinets near an oven or range to avoid creating a fire hazard.

Rather than going to the task of painting all of your cabinets, paint just the island for a quick kitchen pick me up. Try a bright hue or color that contrasts with the perimeter cabinets in your kitchen. Use accessories to introduce the color elsewhere in your kitchen so the island will blend with the rest of the space.

Unite adjacent areas to the kitchen by repeating a color or motif. An L-shape sofa in this sitting nook just off the kitchen picks up the blue from the kitchen's tile backsplash.

Line the back of shelves or a backsplash with beaded board to add cottage style texture to your kitchen. Paint the beaded board a fun color that matches the rest of your kitchen and be sure to finish it with a waterproof sealant if you are installing it behind or around a sink.

2013 White Kitchen Decorating Ideas from BHG

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A 12-foot Calacatta marble-topped chartreuse island is a showstopper in this family kitchen. The homeowner designed a shorter table perfect for kneading bread to slide under the island. Generous storage and multiple prep areas make it perfect for entertaining. Demure white perimeter cabinets allow the chartruese green on the island to step forward into the spotlight.

With a view to the river, the windows in this kitchen introduce plenty of natural light to the space, which causes the white cabinets, marble countertops, and stainless steel elements to almost glow. Substantial crown molding and window moldings bring weight to the space and provide timeless appeal.

A countertop to ceiling backsplash made of aqua blue glass mosaic tiles adds snappy energy to this otherwise white kitchen. The dining table, a former desk/sewing table, in the center of a room provides a convenient spot to eat or prepare food. With the base painted blue to match the tile, it fits right in to its new home.

This small kitchen packs a punch with a row of stacked upper-level cabinetry. Simple white cabinets get a subtle dose of contrast thanks to cool gray walls and the shimmering granite countertops and backsplash. Sparkling chrome fixtures and stainless-steel appliances bounce light to make the small space feel larger.

Plenty of windows and open storage give this kitchen an inviting vibe. In addition to convenient storage, the open upper cabinets offer display space for favorite dishes and serving pieces. Unadorned cabinet fronts and low profile countertops contribute simplicity to the casual cottage kitchen. Black cabinet hardware and shelf brackets punctuate the space to add small doses of contrast.

A dramatic blue-green island and striking yellow barstools add a splash of color to this white kitchen. The robin's egg blue color is echoed in the accessories and fabric covered pendant shades. Tall ceilings and banks of windows create a light and bright environment, while the open cabinetry and shelving above the countertops helps the space feel open and airy.

A dark stained table attaches to the paneled island, adding a bit of drama to this white kitchen as well as a built-in eating area. Custom cubical pendant shades echo the room's angular lines.

Removing the doors from the upper cabinets helps this tiny kitchen look more open. Brown-and-white patterned wallpaper along the backs of the open cabinets adds visual interest. The mirrored backsplash reflects light, which also helps the small space feel larger.

In this kitchen, a sturdy stone backsplash brings a hint of the outdoors inside. A greenhouse style window behind the sink provides a sunny spot to place potted plants and herbs. Large metal tiles built into the ends of the cabinetry add another layer of character. The taupe hexagon tiles are a fresh departure from standard tiles, but still keep in step with the kitchen's neutral palette. Hints of black, such as the listello tiles on the backsplash and the cabinet hardware help soften the presence of the black countertops.

Vetoing the upper cabinetry in favor of open shelving helps this tiny kitchen feel more open. Carved corbels support the shelves and add cottage appeal, as do the Shaker style lower cabinets. The whimsical patterned area rug in the center of the space offers inspiration for accessories and decor.

Stunning marble countertops and furniture-style cabinetry give this hardworking kitchen a delicate vintage vibe. Glass candy jars and chrome fixtures reflect light and provide sparkle. A wide window sill provides a spot for potted plants and herbs to bask in the sunlight. Soft beige walls create subtle contrast and serve as a visual bridge between the white cabinetry and counters and the rich wood floor.

Warm gray walls and rich wood stains draw a striking contrast to the white-painted cabinetry and paneled backsplash in this kitchen. Removing the doors from the upper cabinets helped the kitchen feel open and airy. The paneled backsplash saved a pretty penny in the remodel and the savings were funneled into the splurge worthy marble countertops.

Open shelves provide convenient and stylish storage for dishware in this cottage kitchen. Wrapping the corner with a series of shelves makes the most of an often underused space. White oak planks laid horizontally on the walls creates an aged, lived in feel. Wood overhead and underfoot enhances the rustic charm of this kitchen.

Large scale gingham panels create a focal point in this kitchen, as does the basket weave pattern backsplash. A dark Carrara marble countertop contrasts with the marble apron style sink, and the black island and white island countertop also create a welcoming contrast.

Even newer homes can achieve a centuries old look. Here, a rustic wood floor, painted white open shelving, and cabinets painted green personalize this kitchen. The one of a kind light fixture over the island was made from a sheet of crumpled zinc.