Author: Nicole

A beautifully designed home has a certain feeling. It’s that sense of balance and personality that makes you want to linger. And that feeling has almost nothing to do with the price tags on the furniture. Great style is about the choices, not the budget. It’s about knowing where to spend and where to save. Building a Solid Foundation Some pieces in a home just work harder than others. These are the items it often pays to invest in. The foundation of a room. Think about the things you touch and use every single day. A great sofa is a…

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