Let’s explore the origins as well as the evolution of the French Colonial architecture style.
How Old Is My Rug?
One of the most frequently asked question we get is – how old is my rug? The age of a rug is critical in determining the carpet’s value, but determining age is also one of the most difficult skills to acquire for the rug enthusiast. Older antique rugs will show some evidence of wear. The pile may be low or worn away exposing foundation, but relatively new modern contemporary rugs can get worn quickly, and very old rugs can sometimes survive in good condition if they have been in the possession of thoughtful owners. The back of the rug offers a better opportunity to determine age.
Dutch Colonial Architecture Guide
In this article we take a look at the Dutch Colonial architecture style as well as what a Dutch Colonial house will look like.
Greek Revival Architecture
Lets explore what a Greek Revival house is and the Greek Revival architecture stylistic approach.
All About The Back / Underside Of A Rug
People see rug collectors, dealers and “mavens” flip a corner of a rug or, sometimes they turn over the entire rug and examine the rug’s back side. In this article we examine and explain why they do this.
Best Exterior Color Schemes
For anyone interested in architecture or interior design, it’s important to keep up with the latest trends in color and design. Tastes and trends are always shifting. Luckily, there are always plenty of diverse palettes that are en vogue at a time, so no matter what your personal style is, you can still choose something trendy and current. Let’s take a look at why the color scheme you choose is so important, and some of the trendiest ones for 2020.
Danish Modern Design
In this article we talk about what Danish modern design is and the key features that the Danish modern design approach includes.
Old Rugs and Imperfections
In our mass manufactured commercial product world, variation is considered a flaw. Machines can perform the same task with “perfection” at incredibly fast speeds, creating each piece within tight quality standards and tolerances. This form of mechanical creation is a good idea when it comes to things like cars or airplanes, but it also lacks the emotional connection and depth that you feel when you touch something created by human hands. When it comes to antique rugs, imperfections can add a certain character to the piece that can positively impact its aesthetic and monetary value. This begs to ask the question, when is an old rug imperfection a true flaw?
Virtual Interior Design
With covid forcing everyone to think about face-to-face interactions, Virtual Interior Design and remote home decorating is truly a trend to be reckoned with.