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19 Feb 2021

Ironically, the room in your home that has the most significant effect on your wellbeing is also the one that often goes overlooked: the primary bedroom. It doesn’t have the showiness of a living room where guests gather, but it still deserves your attention!

 

It should be a sanctuary. Or, if not a sanctuary, then at least a room that feels good to walk into. Whether you’re starting from scratch or updating an older room, we met up with the Pembroke team to give you our best tips on how to elevate your primary bedroom.

18 Feb 2021

It’s a bold claim to say that there’s one color *everyone* needs to incorporate in their home in 2021. But, after careful discussion and research, we feel confident that we can make that claim.

We chose a color that remains timelessly elegant. That somehow manages to be both bold and neutral. That fits into any home and any décor.

That color is navy. I met up with our team in Middleton to discuss why they chose navy and how to incorporate it into your home this year.

10 Feb 2021

An often-overlooked element of ordering a new mattress is considering what should go underneath it. A bunkie board or a foundation (i.e. a box spring)? Never heard of a bunkie board? You’re not alone!

 

We talked to Anita, a Design Consultant in our Cambridge showroom to get the low-down on the differences between Bunkie board and foundations and how to choose the best option for you.

02 Feb 2021

The sofa is an important piece of furniture in the home. It sets the tone for your decor, it's where you curl up to read a book or watch TV, and it's most likely a piece you'll have in your home for years.

That being said, there a lot of factors to consider before you decide to make a purchase. We're giving you the most important things to know before you buy a sofa so you can be ultra-confident in your decision-making.

 

29 Jan 2021

It wasn’t that long ago that the word wallpaper wasn’t synonymous with chic design. But, times have changed. We’re no longer living in the paisley days of the 60s – wallpaper has fully caught up with modern design with unique applications, beautiful designs, and the opportunity to add charm and character to your home.

We talked to Cheryl, a Design Consultant in our Pembroke Showroom to get the lowdown on everything you need to know about wallpaper and her favorite trends.

27 Jan 2021

Layering rugs is a relatively new trend in the design world. It’s a quick way to add texture and lush coziness to any space, as well as an opportunity to add color and pattern.

 

We met up with James, in our Boston showroom to hear his take on layering rugs – what should you avoid? What looks best paired together? We’re breaking down everything you need to know.

21 Jan 2021

There’s nothing more invigorating than a freshly painted wall. Your wall color sets the scene for the rest of the décor and it can instantly change the mood of your home.

A spacious dining room can turn cozy and romantic with the addition of a rich wall color like dark mulberry or evening sky blue. A bedroom can be made instantly relaxing when painted a soothing shade of greige or creamy white.