The arrangements are calculated for five basic styles: Hollow Square A quadrangular table arrangement with all occupants facing the center of the room U Shape Three-sided arrangement with either a podium or head table Classroom Multiple rows with multiple seats all arranged to face the front of the room Luncheon Tables arranged such that occupants …Read more...
Sitting between two properly-spaced speakers is like having the prime seat at your favorite concert venue. In a Nutshell Want to get the most of your stereo speakers? Follow these tips for better sound: Place your seat the same distance from your speakers as they are from each other. In other...
Child Care Training, Resources and Networking Create clear visual boundaries, making it apparent to children where learning areas stop and start. Define child care areas with shelving units, equipment with backs, area rugs, etc. Each learning area should be separate, and its own entity and...
Small living rooms can still be cozy and spacious—with the right design and layout tips. Invest in multifunctional furniture, get a little creative with your storage solutions, and voila ! You re on your way to designing a beautiful living room space perfect for your style. Check out our design...
In addition to a kitchen table and island, designer Peter Salerno incorporated this quaint booth in his kitchen remodel in order to add a cozy spot for the family to dine. The first cup of coffee in the morning was in the booth,explains Peter. The kids’ breakfast was served in the booth or...
Narrow bedrooms present design challenges that require creative solutions for a stylish and inviting bedroom. The first goal of design is to take advantage of the room size. Don t scale your furniture down to the point that it s no longer functional, much less comfortable. Create a design that...
Our Mid-Century Collection is filled with affordable furniture and home decor pieces that look like treasures you d find in an antique store or high-end boutique for twice the price. Browse our assortment to find the clean lines, architectural appeal and functionality that define mid-century...
Because most apartments are boxy, it s fun to add some curves. Designer Libby Langdon suggests round tables, chairs with a curve and rugs that are either shaped or adorned with spirals and dots. Lighten Up A light rug can open up your room and make it feel larger,says Langdon. A bound carpet...
Personalize Your Space with Living Room Wall Quotes Express the significant bond only shared by a family with family room quotes for your walls by Wall Written. From classic designs and sayings to modern and uplifting ideas and poems, our wide selection of decals lets you find the perfect statement...
When you want to update the look of your living space, changing up your home decor is an affordable and effective way to create a new feel. From lighting and window treatments to accent rugs, Sears has a wide variety of home accessories to appeal to every style, whether your taste is conservative...
The first step in arranging a space is determining its size. Use a tape measure to get the dimensions of a room. Or, a quick tip: Measure your foot and then walk heel to toe across the room. This is an easy way to estimate the basic size. Then, check the dimensions of the hallways, stairs and... Read More
PRICE CHANGE: Unit 4129, One Bedroom, Original Layout Marina City Sale 1 Bedroom 725 Unit 4129 – Bring your contractors to this original layout one bedroom condo overlooking downtown Chicago. With over 725 sq. ft. of interior living space and 180 sq. ft. of extra private outdoor space, this... Read More
Sugar and Spice, and everything nice, that’s what little girls are made of. Yes. And makeup, and jewelry, and art projects, and books, and clothes, and… Does walking into your daughter’s room make you want to walk back out again? It probably does to her, too. I have had some of the best conversations... Read More
Welcome to another installment of Ask a Pro! Today Dream Team member and interior design pro Jennifer Adams advises a reader on how to arrange furniture in a high-traffic room. Q: My question is about how to arrange furniture in a room where people have to walk through the middle to get to... Read More
Like the name implies, the living room is easily one of the most important rooms in our homes. Unlike basements, kitchens or bathrooms, the living room is usually our first thought when it comes to decorating a new home. At the same time, living rooms need to be one of the most versatile spaces... Read More
A paved dining area within a garden. For years we tried gardening in a shady spot, roughly 60 feet across, under five maple trees. Because the trees had massive root systems, the soil was always dry and completely shaded. Plants did not flourish. We took up all the struggling perennials in... Read More