Tag: decorating ideas

  • Get Moving: How to Set Up a Home Gym

    Love the idea of working out in the comfort of your own house, but not sure about how to set up a home gym? We may be able to help! Home gyms can be a great way to avoid costly membership fees, save time and gas, and conveniently develop or maintain a consistent fitness routine—however, we understand that setting one up might be a bit intimidating! Regardless of your home size, experience level or budget, there is a home gym option for everyone.

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  • Cute Halloween Ideas for Your Home

    Who says you can only celebrate All Hallows Eve on October 31? Embrace the spooky spirit all month long with eerily elegant décor, ghoulish (but delicious) recipes and festive activities to do with the whole family. We’ve searched the web and scared up some hauntingly cute Halloween ideas for your home. Take a look!

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  • Basement Bar Ideas for Your New Home

    A “finished basement” was on your list for a new home and now you’ve got one! There are countless ways to optimize this dynamic living space, and when you’ve got it set up the way you want, you can take things one step further by adding a basement bar. This post explores some unique ideas for what to do with such an addition.

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  • Attached Covered Patio Ideas for Your Home

    Covered patios—they’re perfect for dining al fresco, entertaining a group of friends, relaxing with a book or even just taking in the fresh air over morning coffee. Through our years in the homebuilding business, we’ve learned that outdoor spaces are just as important as the interior when it comes to a home. Your backyard, like the rest of your home, should be designed to fit your unique lifestyle and needs, no matter the weather or climate.

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  • Get Creative in the Laundry Room!

    Make laundry less of a chore with some creative improvements to the laundry room. These ideas may help you maximize the usability (and joy!) you can wring from this under-appreciated space.

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  • Creative Ways to Use a Bonus Room

    Bonus room, flex room, rec room, multi-purpose room, loft… Whatever you choose to call it, an extra room in your house can come in handy—especially since we’re spending more time at home these days! See five creative ways to use these versatile spaces.

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  • Mixing Interior Design Styles at the Home Gallery™

    Do you know a beautiful kitchen when you see it, but don’t know how to replicate it? If you don’t know modern farmhouse from wabi sabi, we’re here to help. Whether it’s combining colors or finishes, mixing interior design styles is easy at Richmond American Homes. Our complimentary design consultants can help you implement strategies for finding the right blend of finishes for your taste and budget.

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  • Design Tips for Coordinating Light Fixtures

    A home isn’t complete without the right lighting! However, illuminating your dream home goes beyond just deciding which bulbs to use. Selecting and coordinating light fixtures is a necessary—and enjoyable—part of the home design process, but it’s not always easy to know where to begin. From modern to traditional, recessed lighting to chandeliers, there’s a multitude of styles and types of light fixtures available, and just as many questions about how to select them.

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  • Show Your Spirit with Halloween Porch Décor

    Halloween is right around the corner, but there’s still time dress up your front porch for the occasion! Whether you prefer eerie, neutral or cheerful Halloween porch décor, we’ve scared up some fun, festive and downright spooktacular ideas from around the Web. We hope that they help you set the scene for a chillingly chic All Hallows’ Eve! Read more.

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  • Your Guide to Hardwood Floor Alternatives

    When it comes to selecting flooring for your new home, it’s important to choose an option that you’ll love for the long term—after all, you’ll be walking on them every day! Hardwood is consistently one of the most popular types of flooring, but with the price tag and the maintenance that accompanies this material, more and more homeowners are turning to hardwood floor alternatives instead. If you’re curious about the benefits and types of wood-look flooring, keep reading!

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  • What You Need To Know About Classic Window Coverings

    Nothing completes a room quite like attractive and functional windows, and nothing transforms a window quite like classic window coverings! Although they may not be the first thing you consider when designing your dream home, the right window coverings can provide both aesthetic and practical value to your rooms. This guide covers the benefits of window treatments and our recommendations.

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  • Countertop Options for Your Dream Kitchen

    For many people, the kitchen is the heart of a home. Aside from being functionally essential, the kitchen is also a place where precious memories are made. It’s an exciting part of the homebuilding process when you get to design your dream kitchen, but we understand that it involves a lot of choices. That’s why we’ve created a helpful guide on how to select your ideal kitchen countertops, including the factors to consider and the differences between materials.

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