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Quirky and unexpected details and accessories will raise your decorating game in 2015It’s easy to go for tried and tested decor, but giving your home an offbeat twist can be more fun. If you’re new to adventurous interiors, you can dip a toe in the water by focusing on little details that pack a punch.
Check out these ideas for bringing more tech sophistication to your media spaceHome theater technology has never been better — today you can even exceed the audiovisual quality of your local cinema. Whether you want to host the perfect film night, entertain after a dinner party or simply keep the kids quiet for a few hours on a rainy afternoon, there’s a home theater solution out there to suit your needs. Here are 10 suggestions for bringing Hollywood magic into your home.
Most of us have some desires about our dream homes, what kind of design we want, and what style we prefer. Check out these spectacular designs. 
Learn a few tried and true design tricks to prevent headaches during your next bathroom projectPop quiz: What’s the average amount of space required for a toilet? How much does a basic bathroom remodel cost? And how do you pick out the right vanity? If your answers to these questions are some combination of “What?” “Huh?” and “Um … ,” don’t worry. You’re not alone.
There’s so much that goes into a bathroom remodeling project that unless you’re a professional who does it every day — or a homeowner who’s been through the process numerous times — then all the nitty-gritty details, processes, options and decisions are going to sound like they’re in a foreign language. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t prepare for the test.
Passive solar design makes use of this element. Here’s how it works and how you can get it in your homeIt’s been around since Roman times, so it’s not exactly new, but we hear the term “thermal mass” bandied around these days when we talk about passive solar design and sustainable homes. So what exactly does it mean? If you want to maintain a comfortable temperature all year round in your home with minimal use of heating or air conditioning, read on for a clear breakdown.
The Hardworking Home: Put that area under your window to work as a mini library, a crash pad, a workspace, storage and moreThe short space under a window can be tricky to furnish and decorate, especially when it hosts a bulky radiator. It doesn’t have to be that way! See what happens when you fit the area with a knee-high library, a sleek storage bench, bedroom dresser drawers or a cozy curl-up zone.
If your home decorating isn’t adding up, consider angles and shapes to help solve the equationThough geometric patterns have been used in architectural and interior design for centuries — think ancient Greece and Morocco — you might have noticed they’ve become increasingly popular in modern homes over the past few years. Perhaps it’s their innate ability to add visual interest and texture to any style of home, whether it be eclectic, sleek or contemporary. Geometric patterns can enhance a space, but it’s not uncommon for people to be afraid of clashing. To make the most of the style but prevent yourself from going overboard, let’s take a look at designs by those who’ve done it right.
