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Studio apartment (36 sq. m) needs low-budget renovation. Decor tips to make it big ( furniture & accesories)?

It's a low-ceiling house with three compartments( living room-dining room, bedrrom and kitchen). I want to renovate it to make it look big and look elegant. I've plenty of books, computer table and kitchen appliances (gas range and microwave). Any tips on colors and texture of curtains, paint and black wooden furniture for dining set. I go for minimalist Zen look. Please tell me where to look for ideas on the Internet

For some great ideas on designing, especially if you know what style you're going for, you should visit HGTV's Designer's Portolio:

http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/designers_portfolio_main/

-- It gives you the option of searching by room and style.

The HGTV Web site also gives you options to look at design ideas from their TV shows. With your low budget, you may want to check out some of the design plans from "Design on a Dime," a popular HGTV show in which all projects are done with a budget of less than $1,000:

http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/episode_archive/0,1783,HGTV_9056_147,00.html

This pages lists every episode aired. After clicking on the heading you like, find the link on the page under the subheading "IN THIS EPISODE" for a "how-to" list of projects in the room. You might want to check out

For some ideas of a "Classic-Meets-Zen Dining Room," see this Design on a Dime project plan page:

http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_dining_room/article/0,1793,HGTV_3369_2862047,00.html

Other than that, you may just want to browse the HGTV Web site to see what you can find. It's chock full of great ideas. You might also want to check the site for the TV show ReDesign.

For another great resource check out the Sherwin-Williams paint color visualizer for some paint scheme ideas, which can be tested out on mock rooms:

http://sherlink.sherwin.com/swapp/color_visualizer/index.jsp

Good luck on the redecorating. Happy designing.

Home Decorating Ideas: Basics of Living Room

Whether your dream home is a rambling suburban home or a luxury apartment, a lodge in the mountains or a cottage on the sea shore, your living room says a lot about you. Living room creates an enduring impression for your guests. Your living room welcomes all who enter your home. It says whether you prefer formal and elegant atmosphere or you are a laid-back and fun loving person. The decoration of the living room sets the mood for a home. Besides it reflects the personal taste of the home owner.

You can use your living room in a number of ways. For some people this is the place where the whole family gathers and exchanges talk over a cup of coffee while others prefer to use it as a formal space only to be used when the guests arrive. It also serves as a common room for watching TV, doing home work, playing cards, video games or online sweepstakes or a cozy place to enjoy a drink and curl up with a story book.

If your living room décor is very formal and you use this room only to entertain your guests then this room should display the finest possessions you have. A touch of traditional décor can make this room look beautiful. Place a sofa in the center of the room. Hang some classical paintings on the wall. The end tables topped by lamps will enhance the charm of your room. Don’t forget the carpet which can ad an extra dimension to your classy living room. Get some luxurious fabrics for formal window treatment. An occasional pair of wooden tables and chairs at one corner will give your living room the perfect look.

However these days it has become difficult for people to afford such an ideal living room. Don’t loose heart if you have smaller space. Various home decorating styles have evolved to suit your needs. You can choose decorating styles that are less formal. You can try mix and match. Combine lush fabrics with lighter window treatments to create a more casual atmosphere. Instead of heavy wooden furniture you can select comfortable and stylish furniture. Add splash of color on the walls. Softer lines and fewer rules will help to set up a pleasant and relaxing ambience.

Casual living rooms have a character of nonchalance. Stylish wrought iron or steel or leather furniture are combined with fashionable velvet or satin fabrics. However while decorating a living room people are governed by practicality. Since they can’t afford enough spare space in the living room, furniture should be chosen and placed in a manner to make the room look bigger and spacious.

Modern living rooms are less structured. A center table is needed for eating. Sofa or chairs should be placed in a manner so that your family members or guests can seat around the TV. You can also place an arm chair at one corner of the room where one can enjoy reading books.

Whatever purpose your living room serves it should exhibit your style. The furniture, fabric, color everything should be what you love. Whether the room looks classy or casual home decorating is all about reflecting the home owners taste.

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