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There are certain home decorating ideas that fall into a distinct era. If you have yellow countertops, for example, with burnt orange swivel bar stools, it’s very like that your home is going to feel like it’s stuck in the 70s. If you want to incorporate some contemporary home decor into your abode, remember that the name of the game today is “eclectic.” One surefire way to bring you home into the 21st century is by adding a few pieces of modern contemporary canvas prints.

With this in mind, the idea of contemporary is more drawing on trends of the past in a way that makes it different and unique. One of the most common trends to incorporate is the intricate wrought iron wall decor scrollwork of the Victorian age but set against an otherwise neutral room. In this decorative vein, there is also an emphasis on ornate accent pillows. One of the most popular fads is incorporating green to your decor, which is symbolic of the movement to more sustainable lifestyles.

One of the most frequented rooms in any house is the kitchen. People are constantly coming in to grab a snack and hang around the kitchen table, not to mention the time spent cooking and doing dishes. The constant foot traffic can wreak havoc on your hardwood flooring.

Kitchen area rugs are a great way to protect your floors while adding aesthetic appeal. Hooked rugs are available in a variety of designs that will complement any kitchen decor. They are easy to clean and-in my experience-people are more likely to take off their shoes when they see area rugs on the floor.

What is the most common gift to bring to a dinner party? In my experience, the answer is a bottle of wine. Wine bottles can be quite beautiful and are worth displaying. My husband and I have an extensive wine collection, and we like to display many of our bottles on our kitchen counter.

We have two wrought iron wine racks which each have beautiful grape leaf detailing that complements our decor. The wine racks store 12 bottles between them. The bottles are of assorted color which we think adds charm and pop to the room. Plus, it’s a handy place to store the wine your guests bring so they can see that you really appreciate their gift.

My wife and I are both devout Christians and we enjoy having reminders of our faith interspersed throughout the house. However, we don’t like to push our religion on our friends and relatives, and having a cross, bible or other religious symbol around every corner can seem pushy. So instead of suffusing our abode with overtly Christian items, we use them as part of the room’s.

Take our living room for example, where we have a rustic style décor with wrought iron accents. Instead of throwing a brightly colored cross into the mix, we sought out wrought iron decor crosses for the wall. Not only were we able to find one that perfectly matched our décor, it even doubled as a candleholder

Braided rugs add an elegant old world charm to a room. Unfortunately, not every braided rug owner knows how to properly maintain their rugs. Braided wool rugs in particular can be tricky to clean.

The best way to clean wool braided rugs is to start by thoroughly vacuuming both sides of the rugs. Be sure not to have your vacuum cleaner set on rotating brushes as they will pull on the wool and destroy the material. Next, lay out a plastic sheet and place the rugs on top. Use a tool that sends out streams of water and then sucks it back up; although, you should avoid using carpet cleaner- plain water is fine. Let the rugs dry on the plastic sheet, and that’s all there is to it

One of the downsides to owning your own home is all the upkeep and maintenance required to keep everything in working order. Keeping things aesthetically pleasing is another job altogether. Put them together and you’ve practically got a full-time career. One of the biggest challenges most homeowners face, but don’t anticipate is flooring. Whether it’s wood floors, carpeting or even tile or stone, our floor is the most used part of our living space and therefore requires the most upkeep, attention and care.

If you’ve ever had to have your floors professionally cleaned or replaced then you know how expensive it can be. People will often try several different strategies to cut down on the wear and tear their flooring endures but some of those strategies can be unattractive and even downright ugly. On the other hand, buying a rug to cover your high traffic areas can protect your floor without sacrificing the attractiveness of your home. Braided oval rugs are an excellent option, as they are light weight and easy to clean. They can even be matched to your existing décor. Make the small investment in protecting your flooring and you’ll save big in the long run.

Sometimes no matter how hard you work to give a special gift the safest route to take is a gift certificate. Knowing what someone really wants can be difficult and searching their closet to see what they already have is not always convenient. So the best fit might just be the Gift Certificate.

Trading gift cards at Christmas time is not that interesting unless you choose a unique store. Find a store with lots of variety. Choose one where your gift dollars will go the farthest.

I know just the online store that will bring a smile to your friends and family this year. A Rustic Garden is full of antiques, garden planters, fencing and home decor.  

There are many ways to make your home a standout success. One is to hire a highly regarded interior decorator. Another, possibly cheaper option is to furnish your residence with eclectic, but complementary pieces.  This unique home decor need not be expensive.  What’s important is that they radiate an appealing distinctiveness and personality to make them tastefully arresting and impossible to ignore.

You’ll find a treasure trove of unique home decor online.  Examples of this decor include ornate lamps and lanterns, refreshing fountains, life-like silk plants (trees, flowers and orchids), eye-catching stands and ornate cast iron shelf brackets. Lovingly handcrafted items such as vases and plant containers abound too. For your garden or backyard, there are extraordinary bird baths and feeders, benches, wind chimes, statues and other outdoor fittings offered. Best of all, you can browse through and choose from selections in the comfort of your home and have everything delivered right on your doorstep!  Now that’s hassle-free shopping and decorating.

For homes that are bigger and more spacious, accessories must be proportionally adapted. Decorative candles are now very in style. Though they may come in big sizes, you can also show them off prominently when you use average sized ones by putting them in candelabras. An ornate style of candleholder designed to hold multiple candles, they add a new dimension to any room.

Candelabras have been used since the early 18th century. They can be seen mostly in churches and holy places. But now, as we can see, modern times have incorporated their use not only in those places but at home too. They come in conservative and modern designs, such as wrought iron candle holders, that can be easily fitted in different settings. Candelabras will remain useful though different eras.

Modernism, in the framework of landscape design, is a result of functions and forms that echo the need for outdoor living spaces that promote contemporary lifestyles. Contemporary garden design is likely to focus on scale, as opposed to formal landscape designs that are based on axial relationships. It also passes by the more classic landscape design forms and larger scale from Roman, Greek, and classical architecture traditions.

This design motif became popular in the 1950’s baby boom, specifically in California where weather and lifestyle was very contributing to this innovative style. Nowadays, you can find a surfeit of unique home décor items to bring to imbue your home and garden with this style.