Candle Designs Ideas 2011

Adding a cool candle design to a room is a great way to add style while staying on a budget. Check out these photos to get ideas for your own home.

Modern Candle Lanterns

Designer Erinn Valencich placed these chic candle lanterns on either side of a miniature flower arrangement to give this living room a modern look.

Halloween Candle Lanterns

Show some Halloween spirit by adding pumpkins and candy corn to candle lanterns. This is a hassle-free way to decorate the outside of your home.

Group of Three

 Group together three oversized candles to create a budget-friendly centerpiece in a living room.

Chic and Budget-Friendly

You can add chic style to any room while saving some bucks, like with these unique candleholders

Silver Beauty

A line of silver candleholders goes with any style and color room.

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Fireplace Decorating Design Ideas 2011 From Candice Olson

Natural Beauty

A soaring stone fireplace is an impressive and rustic focal point in this living room. To reduce the scale of the stone and add interest, a long mirror is placed above the mantel. Candice also uses the fireplace as a jumping off point for the room's palette, by selecting the hues of sage, stone, taupe and caramel from the fireplace stones.

Raise It Up

A sleek stainless steel gas fireplace is installed at the perfect height to enjoy from anywhere in the space. Surrounded by a beautiful stone facade, the fireplace is the perfect combination of contemporary and natural.

Illusion of Grandeur

Paint the wall over the mantel the same color as the surround to give a fireplace more presence in a room. When a fireplace is flush with the floor, place a beautiful screen in front to provide ambience and safety.

Striking Focal Point

Floor-to-ceiling glass and marble mosaic tiles in brown, gold, cream and grey tones are a spectacular setting for an elevated gas fireplace. The contemporary focal point adds both visual and physical warmth to the room.

Classic Centerpiece

Sophisticated moldings are combined with a marble-tiled surround for a traditional fireplace. To allow the space to be a conversational area as well as a space to watch television, Candice hides a television behind a piece of remote-controlled artwork so it's out of sight when not in use.

Pure Luxury

A simply elegant fireplace surround is painted cream to offset the dark wallpaper in the dining room. Raised off the floor, the visual warmth of the fireplace can be enjoyed from each seat around the table. The fireplace is also flanked with mirrored panels that add depth and dimension, as well as reflect light into the room.

Contemporary and Streamlined

The show-stopping feature wall is a modern arrangement that boasts a long, linear gas fireplace and a massive surround of grey and white marble mosaic tiles. Not only is it eye-catching, but it brings much-needed warmth into the space. The fireplace is flanked with a custom-built cabinetry unit that holds a big-screen television, media equipment, books and some display items.

Crowning Jewel

A true glam centerpiece of the room — the fireplace surround is covered with silver dollar-sized stainless steel tiles and above the mantel is a glittering ebony quartz.

Cozy Gathering Spot

The fireplace, which features a wood mantel and is clad in a beautiful circular glass tiles, anchors the room. Traditional beadboard panels above the fireplace add texture.

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Kitchen Appliances Buying Guide : How to Choose the Right Kitchen Appliances

Your kitchen appliances in your home make up the one of the largest investments for your pocket, as well as your time, which equates to functionality for your lifestyle in the kitchen. Buying kitchen appliances can be a daunting task when you look at all of the options, from energy saving, to high end designer models, to low cost models, how do you choose? Here are tips to guide your through the buying process and to help you feel informed and confident with your kitchen appliance buying decisions.

Refrigerators: With any appliance, before you get enamored with all the whistles and bells of how beautiful it looks and all of the gadgets assess your lifestyle. With refrigerators consider how many times you and your family cook and eat from home. For larger families, larger capacity units will be necessary, as well as the ability for longer preservation of food. Higher end models that offer dual refrigeration, on-door controls, and energy efficiency may be more important for your families needs. While singles or those who don’t cook a lot may prefer a snazzy stainless steel or built-in model that looks fantastic, but doesn’t need all of the accompaniments. Also consider if your home would need separate wine refrigeration storage, or possibly refrigerated drawers for easy

• Ovens/Stoves: When considering an oven and stove, think about how you typically cook and if you’re a novice or an experienced cook. The oven or stove you choose can have a great impact on how you cook and whether the energy you use to heat them is worthwhile. Convection over conventional ovens tends to use more energy but for expert cooks they enjoy the even distribution over heat and can usually cook their food faster and with more control. For those interested in buying a stove or cooktop, there are several options: induction, gas or electric all have their pros and cons. Most beginning cooks appreciate electric for its slow heat up, while experienced cooks prefer induction and ultimately gas stoves for its fast heat up and ability to cook under precise conditions.

• Ventilation system: One area of your kitchen that is forgotten when considering appliances is the ventilation system. Range hoods overhead, or down draft systems that are integral into the countertop or cooktop are great for unobstructed overhead views. Depending on the size of your stove/cooktop and if you have an integral grill, griddle, burners, and other heating elements may increase the need for higher ventilation systems overhead. Research your favored appliance manufacturer too see what type of ventilation system is recommended for your kitchen.

• Dishwasher: Similarly to your refrigerator, your family’s lifestyle will largely dictate what type of dishwasher will be ideal for your home. Lower end models tend to have simplified controls, while more elaborate ones will have energy efficiency qualities, hidden controls, and noise reduction qualities – especially helpful in small homes or open floor plans. Dishwasher drawers are also available for smaller amounts of dishware and can save water usage when you don’t have large loads to clean.

Choosing kitchen appliances for your home should be a rewarding experience but also fulfill your lifestyle and aesthetics of your kitchen. Use this helpful buying guide before you venture out to choose appliances. Also measure out the clear opening width and height of your space for the new appliances. There is nothing worse than investing on new appliances, for them not to fit in your kitchen!

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Lovely Salad Bowl Design

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modern Carpet

Looped, smooth strands form slightly irregular rows for some visual variation and a slightly bristled surface with a bit of "spongy" give. You Only Live Twice is a colorful way to add some zip to your porch


The colorful, geometric shape of this rug features Fedora in Chartreuse, Charcoal and Oatmeal. Available in three sizes, each rug kit includes all of the tiles you'll need - including pre-cut tiles to create the unique patterned design - FLORdots and a detailed rug map for easy assembly and installation



A virtual cornucopia of color, the House Pet rug blends complimentary shades of FLOR top-seller House Pet in a beautiful checkerboard design. Visually striking yet sturdy enough to stand up to the heaviest traffic areas in your home, each rug kit comes complete with all the FLOR tiles you'll need, a detailed rug map and FLORdots for quick and easy assembly. Available in three sizes and three color ways.



Bold geometrics of velvety cut pile softness. Square Dance area rugs can be arranged in a circle pattern or as a pinwheel of contrasting colors



The softly muted shades of Subtle Shift in Seafoam, Grey and Beige, blend in this checkerboard design, perfect for virtually any room in your home. Available in three sizes, each rug kit comes with all the FLOR tiles you'll need plus FLORdots and a detailed rug map for easy assembly and installation.



Two of FLOR's best sellers, House Pet and Toy Poodle, come together in this colorful "circular" rug design. Available in three color ways and three sizes, each rug kit comes complete with all the FLOR tiles you'll need - already cut into four pieces or "wedges" - plus FLORdots and a rug map for easy assembly and installation



FLOR has translated this year's metallic trend into luxurious patterns for your floors. The Shiny Doodle rug features Shiny Happy Stripe's alternating rhythm of metallic shades with light and airy cream stripes that are complimented by a full-tile border of Metadoodle in the same color



A beautiful combination of textures in one saturated color, the Look at Hue rug kit features the subtly textured styles of Take a Ribbing, Power Nap and Velvet Rope along with plush shag styles and to create a rich



Both bright and neutral tones combine in alternating thick-thin awning-like stripes - no two tiles of Shirt Stripe are alike. Stripes are deliberately random to create a more rhythmic pattern when seen as a whole. As a rug

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Modern Bedroom Sets

The Orion Bedroom set is a gorgeous snow-white, high gloss bedroom that will make your night rest like a beautiful dream. Its curved headboard and lighting strips are just a few of the accents that give this bedroom life and energy. The Night Stands are angled to match the footboard and thus complement each other perfectly. The waterfall design of the dresser and five drawer chest make this bedroom the epitome of modern still and panache. The mirror displayed beautifully over the dresser is designed with a contemporary right angle look.


The only one of its kind with the two pillows upholstered in crocodile leather effect. This extraordinarily elegant furnishing item is much more than just a bed this Italian made design is not only unique but stylish and is a sure fit to and home.Allow yourself the luxury to stand out and make a statement. Diamond by Rossetto is a collection expressing a great desire to be modern and striking using its daring elegance and suggestive glamour. Designed and manufactured in Italy, Diamond Modern Bedroom Set by Rossetto is a refined collection with precious new details: inserts in crocodile leather effect as well as inlays and components in genuine Strass Swarovski Crystals that cleverly compliment the splendor of glossy black lacquer, adding a touch of luxury to the formal elegance of this Italian Modern Bed.



The Symphony Bedroom set is an amazing demonstration of function and style. Its maple and cherry two-tone color scheme would draw the attention of anyone who saw it.The functionality of this bedroom sets is the perfect compliment to its awesome form. The Symphony bedroom has 7 drawers of storage in the platform of the bed, which would greatly increase the storage capacity of your bedroom.The Symphony has an available TV stand that would be a perfect addition in your bedroom and would allow the style of the bedroom and TV stand to match exactly. This bedroom may also include a Mens Chest and a Lingerie Chest, which are truly remarkable examples of style, elegance and function; both for the man and the woman of the house to have their own daily routine and the privacy to execute it.



The Toscana Bedroom Set is an amazingly contemporary yet minimalistic work of art. It will make your home into a Feng Shui paradise.Its beautiful open pour paper veneer finish gives it a very unique contemporary look. The Toscana is beautifully accented with decorative lighting in the headboard and the mirror. The platform has two drawers of storage on each side totaling to 4 storage drawers in the platform.The Toscana bedroom has the same high quality finish on the outside of the set as on the inside of the set, meaning that the interior of all the drawers is done in the same finish as the exterior



The Onyx bedroom is a marvel of function and style. Its wenge color scheme would add a modern flare to any bedroom. Its concave curves can accent any bedroom and make your master suite the star room of your entire home. Retire comfortably to your own domain and let the worries of the day just melt away on the Onyx. Its beautiful color and its modern design will let your bedroom be your sanctuary from the stresses of every day life. The wonderfully functional Onyx bedroom has a hydraulic storage system under its mattress to put all of your bedding so that it doesnt clutter your bedroom before its time for bed



Set includes: queen size bed with storage, 2 nightstands, dresser and mirror



Add glamour, style and an undeniable streak of fun to your bedroom with the Histoire round bedroom set. Bask in the warm compliments of your friends and family on your impeccable and unique taste.



This bedroom set by Rossetto is the ultimate in contemporary versatile furniture. The set is done in wood veneers finished in a deep rich brown espresso. Simple boxy lines made the collection uncomplicated in appearance but quite elegant by design. The drawer pulls add interest. Theyre brushed metal finish and are lined down the right side of the cases except on the 6 drawer dresser where the handles are on the outer edge to balance it. The nightstands are designed to have drawer pulls on either the left or the right hand side. The set includes the Pavo Leatherette Platform Bed, 2 nightstands, 1 left and 1 right, a 6 drawer dresser and a mirror and an option for a 6 drawer chest.



The breathtaking Waverly Modern Platform Bed features a curved wood frame creating a beautiful silhouette from headboard to foot. Waverly Modern Platform Bed features a solid hardwood frame finished in a rich wenge finish. Mattress base consists of heavy, solid wood panels, providing a sturdy and durable frame that will not bend or warp along the edges. Available in queen and king. This modern platform bed is available in a wenge finish. The clean lines of this contemporary platform bed are sure to add a touch of class to your modern decor. Simple assembly. Solid hardwood construction.

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