Articles by: Home Renovation Concepts Staff

  • Family-Friendly Island Cottage

    Family-Friendly Island Cottage

    This family-friendly island cottage, nestled into a forest, has an open floor plan that allows for a dining table with seating for 12 and a large sectional and window seat in the living area. The cottage is decorated with vintage pieces and has a large […]

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  • Incredible Rustic Cabin

    Incredible Rustic Cabin

    Nothing brings character and story into a home faster than the use of reclaimed materials. and this incredible rustic cabin is a master class in both salvage and style. Situated on five acres, the home incorporates reclaimed timber, brick, stainless steel and concrete and includes […]

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  • Tips for Stylish and Smart Small Space Living

    Tips for Stylish and Smart Small Space Living

    When you live in a small space, it’s important to make the most of it so you can play, relax, study and work in comfort. Get tips for stylish and smart small space living in this IKEA USA video:

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  • Shipping Container Cabana

    Shipping Container Cabana

    A shipping container cabana is the star of this backyard makeover which also includes a pool and lots of green space. The shipping container was sourced locally, painted inside and out, and outfitted with a small change room and a lounge with a counter kitchenette. […]

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  • How to Design a Stunning Room Using Symmetry

    How to Design a Stunning Room Using Symmetry

    What is symmetry in home design? It’s where you have a focal point on a wall and two cabinets or two windows next to it. It’s great if a room already has a symmetrical foundation, but if it doesn’t, you can achieve it by creating […]

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  • Granny-Chic Bedroom

    Granny-Chic Bedroom

    These homeowners completed many DIY renovation projects in their Victorian-style home but left their primary bedroom for last. For their personal oasis, they wanted to maintain their home’s historic charm and incorporate cottage, maximalist, and “grandmotherly” elements along with lots of patterns, textures and colors. […]

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  • How to Design Fabulous Small Spaces

    How to Design Fabulous Small Spaces

    Did you know that the smallest room in your home can sometimes make the biggest impression? For powder rooms, mudrooms and even pantries, you can take a “bite-sized elegance” design approach. It’s a simple philosophy and formula that allows for high drama in even the […]

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  • Kid Friendly Garden Projects and Ideas

    Kid Friendly Garden Projects and Ideas

    Planting a pizza pot and creating a backyard haven for birds and butterflies are just some of the ways to help your little ones embrace the spirit of outdoor living and truly blur the lines between indoors and outdoors. Learn more about these kid friendly […]

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  • Spectacular New Zealand Round House

    Spectacular New Zealand Round House

    This spectacular New Zealand round house has 24 sides and is large enough to raise a family of five. It is surrounded by food forest gardens that include almost 50 fruit trees, medicinal herbs and ornamental plants. The home itself is constructed from a mix […]

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