Home Decor — DORKYS RAMOS

Hello everyone! This is Joy visiting from my blog over at Joy De Vivre Design while Dorkys is taking what I hope is a wonderful and relaxing vacation.

The other night I was watching a tv show about what not to do when decorating your home. As an interior design student I often watch these shows, but for some reason this particular one seemed very harsh and critical. Instead I think we should focus on the positive, things TO do, instead of picking apart the negative.

1. A great wallpaper, even in a small amount like on an accent wall, can make any room come alive.
Exhibit A: from Walnut Wallpaper

Exhibit B: from 5qm.de (a little more sophisticated, but just as much fun)

Both of these websites have many other styles of wall coverings to match any decor from vintage to modern to 70's patterns that would have made the Partridge Family come on and get happy!

2. If your walls and furniture are neutral, why not add a touch of color with a great rug:

This one is from the Andy Warhol collection, which can be found at many places, rugsusa.com being one of them. This particular rug is great because it will match almost any other color you may already have in your room.

3. A great piece of furniture will make your room a cut above the rest, sometimes you may need to splurge, but other times you can find something wonderful at an even more wonderful price.

Exhibit A
from Anthropologie

How could anyone possibly have a bad day when they know they have this happy chair to come home to?

Exhibit B
from Urban Outfitters

This is such a girlie sofa that it makes me want to redo my entire living room, just to have a reason for it. I am sure that my hubby probably wouldn't feel so inspired by a new more feminine look though!

4. Find great unexpected accessories.

Exhibit A
from Anthropologie
which always tempts me with its very expensive lighting fixtures
Exhibit B
from Uncommon Goods
I have seen many letters at different places, but these I found very unique as they are recycled tin.