The serenity of monochromatic tones is great, but sometimes we all need the excitement and adventure of color in our lives. Here are a few examples of how pops of color can take already-amazing rooms and bring them up a [style] notch.
We hope you'll enjoy experimenting with adding (or changing) pops of color in your own home!
REFINED Custom Homes is located in Edina MN and specializes in creating beautiful, livable homes with style. Browse more on our website here or connect with us today.
With back-to-school season fast approaching, transition for many families is just around the corner. A new schedule for fall, new morning hours, new dinner routines, and a renewed sense of structure around the home. Along with all of this comes… homework! Yep, homework.
Once the homework comes flowing in, do you have a space in your home set aside for the kids’ studying? A space with minimal distraction and comfy seating is ideal of course, but an attractive and motivating space is welcoming too.
Here are a few ideas from REFINED homes that might just inspire you to create a kids study area of your own!
Double Duty — Attaching study space to the bed means you’re making great use out of something you already have. This loft bed has room for storage as well as a desk surface, and the lamp is a practical touch.
Simple Inspiration — This no-frills desk is the only thing a child needs to get things done and will fit just about anywhere. The calming artwork above makes the space cozy and gets the creative juices flowing.
Kitchen Central — The kitchen is the hub of the home for many families, so why not set aside some seating that’s especially good for homework time. This wall bench with comfy pillows makes a great spot for homework, with mom or dad nearby when questions abound.
Family Space — If you have the room, a craft room/project room/game room is a great way to use those extra square feet. This space says fun, but has lots of practical storage and surfaces for getting down to business too!
Bedside Built-In — A cozy nook in the bedroom (or any room) is a great way to fit in a desk or shelf that might not fit elsewhere. This tuck-under mini office is a calming and quiet place for a student to focus and keep organized before tucking in for the night.
Pantry Bonus — There’s no reason a pantry off the kitchen can’t do double-duty. In addition to being a great place for parents to organize their mail or home office needs, this space is perfect for kids big and small to sit down and get something done — from coloring pages to calculus.
Mixed Mudroom — Mudrooms are also spaces that can often squeeze in a little something extra, like a desk and some storage. Backpacks are already being dropped in the space, so why not make the homework to table run a short one?
We know that families with organized spaces are happy ones, so setting aside a place in your own home for homework time is worth the effort. Take some ideas from these tips, or create something of your own!
REFINED creates stunning and spacious homes that combine luxury and practicality. Check out our available homes page to see what we’ve got in the works, or get in touch with us today!
We don't like to play favorites, but it's possible the sunroom is our favorite room in any given home. How can it not be? It's hard not to love sunshine, fresh air, and a roaring fire, all while enjoying the comfort of your own home.Not only are sunrooms a great place to find a moment for relaxation, they're also a great room to jam-pack with style. Here are some amazing REFINED sunrooms to help spark your imagination as you remodel, redecorate, or dream about a sunroom of your own.
A living room is just that... a space in which you enjoy living out your life. Which means your living room should reflect you, and how you use your home.Consider these questions if you're thinking about building a home, or remodeling your own living room (& enjoy these featured REFINED living rooms as well!):
What architectural details will give your home the ambiance you want? Adding crown moulding, a vaulted ceiling, skylights, sliding barn doors, or unique lighting fixtures are a big part of what gives a living room its style, even before the decor has been brought in. Consider these factors as you're building or remodeling your home.
What do you want the living room to be used for? Entertaining, reading, watching TV, or enjoying your family are all common living room activities. Make this your starting point as you decide how to design the room, and as you select furniture. A room for entertaining may have more seating and more side tables for instance, whereas a room intended more for reading and lounging will make space for a bookcase.
What do you want the focal point of the room to be? Is it the TV? The fireplace? An art piece? Since you've already spent time thinking about what the room will be used for, select a focal point that aligns with that. Then determine your decor and layout around this.
Do you want the room to have a relaxing vibe or a more formal feel? Select furniture pieces (& architectural elements) that reflect this, and they'll impact your room in a big way. Even your use of accessories can impact how welcoming or utilitarian your room feels.
At REFINED, understanding how you plan to use your home -- and how you want it to look and feel -- are intrical parts of our design process. Each home building experience is custom tailored to you, from the structure to the final decor. Interested in building or remodeling a home in the Edina or Minneapolis area? Connect with us here at REFINED or take a peak at our Available Homes.
