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The Biggest Impact for Your Buck to Upgrade Your Home:Lighting

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If there's one thing I suggest to new clients over and over again, it's this: Update your light fixtures. When I walk into a home that feels dated, I often know immediately that we can completely change the vibe simply by replacing old lighting. The before-and-after above is a perfect example. The furniture, rug, and accessories stayed largely the same, but the updated fixture instantly makes the space feel more current and intentional. Why It Works Lighting is strange. It's not furniture, and sometimes you don't really pay attention to it, but I promise you,  it creates an entire vibe or feel in your home. An outdated fixture can age an entire space, while a new fixture can make your home feel fresh, custom, and updated. Below are some of my favorite  lights that create a high-end look without a high-end price tag. A quick note: If you find something you love, I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you anything extra, and it helps ...

3 Secrets to Creating a Warm Organic Dining Room

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Warm Organic design is all about creating spaces that feel calm, welcoming, and connected to nature. It's one of my favorite styles because it doesn't rely on trends. Instead, it focuses on natural materials, beautiful textures, and timeless furnishings that make a home feel effortlessly inviting. For this dining room mood board, I combined warm wood tones, soft upholstered seating, natural greenery, and organic shapes to create a space that feels relaxed, collected, and perfect for gathering around the table. Shop This Look Dining Table  medium wood Dining Table darker wood Dining Chairs Pendant Light Area Rug Buffet Cabinet Artwork Olive Tree Decor Bowl Vase & Greenery When clients ask me how to make a dining room feel warm and inviting, I almost always start with natural materials. Wood, linen, stone, and greenery instantly make a space feel more comfortable and lived in. One of the things I love about this room is the balance of soft and structured elements. The curv...

How to Put Together a Cozy and Welcoming Modern Cottage Dining Room

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 One of the things I love most about Modern Cottage style is that it feels collected and comfortable without looking outdated. It combines the charm of cottage design with cleaner lines, softer colors, and timeless pieces that feel right at home in today's interiors. For this dining room mood board, I mixed warm wood tones, soft neutrals, dusty blue accents, and natural textures to create a space that feels relaxed, inviting, and perfect for gathering with family and friends. Shop This Look Dining Table Upholstered Dining Chairs Area Rug Chandelier Buffet Cabinet Glass Front Hutch Artwork Olive Tree Decor Bowl One of the easiest ways to create a Modern Cottage dining room is to start with a warm, neutral foundation and then layer in pieces that add character. In this space, the wood dining table brings warmth, while the slipcovered chairs keep the room feeling soft and approachable. I also love how the muted blue accents add color without taking over the room. Combined with natural...

How to Create a Warm Organic Modern Living Room

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 Organic Modern is one of my favorite styles because it feels warm, welcoming, and easy to live with. It combines clean lines with natural textures, creating a space that feels both relaxed and refined. In this mood board, I've paired warm wood tones, soft neutral upholstery, organic artwork, and earthy green accents to create a living room that feels timeless without feeling trendy. Shop This Look Area Rug Coffee Table Sofa Area Rug  A Area Rug B Artwork Olive Tree Throw Blanket Pillows Olive pillows One of the biggest mistakes I see people make when trying to create an Organic Modern space is adding too many accessories. This style works best when the furnishings and textures are allowed to take center stage. In this room, the neutral foundation creates a sense of calm while the warm wood tones and olive accents add depth and character. The landscape artwork and natural greenery help bring the outdoors in, which is a signature element of Organic Modern design. If you're try...

Welcome Back to Creative Juices Decor: Mood Boards, Design Inspiration & Shop-the-Look Rooms

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  Welcome!  If you've been browsing Creative Juices Decor, you may have noticed there was a long pause in new content. For six years, I shared design ideas, DIY projects, bargain finds, and decorating inspiration here on a regular basis. Then a series of technical setbacks changed everything. I lost years of blog photos due to an unrecoverable computer issue, and after accidentally letting my domain expire, someone purchased it and wanted thousands of dollars for its return. At the time, rebuilding felt incredibly discouraging, so I stepped away. But one thing never changed: my love of interior design and inspiring people. I've spent nearly three decades working in the design industry, from furniture showrooms to independent design projects, helping clients create homes they truly love. One of my favorite parts of the design process has always been creating mood boards. Over the years, I've found that people often struggle to visualize how a room will come together. A well-...

Inspirational Covered Porches with Fireplaces.

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Dreaming of creating a cozy outdoor living space? Covered porches with fireplaces are one of the most inviting ways to extend your living area and enjoy the outdoors throughout the year. Whether you love rustic mountain lodge style, French country charm, or classic stone fireplaces, these inspiring outdoor rooms are filled with ideas you can use in your own backyard. I've also included some of my favorite outdoor decorating finds to help you recreate the look.. Shop the Look: Covered Porch Essentials Outdoor string lights Patio lanterns Outdoor throw pillows Weather-resistant outdoor rugs Outdoor blankets First, I LOVE this porch with the build in fireplace.  I wrote a whole article about decorating with lanterns and what the best classic accessories are to use in your home. homebunch

Small Space Solutions for Home Computer Station or Niche

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Hi Friends! So, I been thinking about new home construction and how the times have changed in the past 10 years.  One thing that seems like a MUST HAVE in a home now-a-days is a computer niche.  We almost didn't build one in our home that we built 4 years ago but I realized if the computer (or laptop) didn't have a specific space it was going to be left out on the counter or dining table forever!  I'm one of those people who REALLY want to have a specific space for everything so I am very happy we found a little "hole in the wall" area and that is where I put my computer. Let's look around blog land to see where others have carved out space to fit their computer areas!  Utilizing under stair space is a perfect way to either add storage or gain a computer station. Obviously, these people had the space to plan a large built in area for their computer.  I love the soft green cabinets. Source This nice white built in has pock...