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When thinking of color schemes for your home, it’s all too common to dismiss neutral tones as too traditional for your contemporary decor. However, if you choose the right neutral tones, you can actually create a look that is modern, balanced and visually interesting. Here’s a look at a few neutral color schemes for home. Wheeling …

You don’t necessarily need a huge home in order to entertain a lot of guests effectively. What you really need is an open floor plan — one that allows people to easily flow from place to place without encountering a lot of obstructions like doorways and extra walls. As lives become busier, open floor plans …

You don’t have to live in Europe to enjoy European home designs. Use these ideas as inspiration as you create a home that has individual character and a European appeal. French-Style Cottage Build a cottage style home out of white stone, and you’ll be reminded of France’s stone architecture every time you pull into the …

Craftsman architecture focuses on using natural materials and handmade elements to create functional, open floor plans. If you’re considering designing or remodeling a Craftsman style home, use these ideas as inspiration. Design Ideas for the Kitchen Craftsman architecture often use a lot of wood in the kitchen. Think natural wood cabinets, hardwood floors, and wooden …

When you think of a log cabin, what kind of pictures come to mind? Most people think of a simple, square cabin in the woods, surrounded by brush. However, a cabin home can be much more than that — it can be a luxurious retreat from daily life, or even a place that you call …

Building the perfect house means making sure that it accommodates all of your needs, as well as your wants. If your house doesn’t reflect your passions, then how can you ever truly call it home? We at Gelotte Hommas want to make sure your home features everything you want so that you will truly love …

If you have a great outdoor space, you want to make the most of it. When thinking of renovating your yard, it’s a great investment to incorporate an outdoor kitchen into your home design. Having an outdoor kitchen is great if you love entertaining guests or just like to spend more time outside. If you’re …

If you’re fortunate enough to have a home surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, you don’t want to close off those views. Instead, make them part of your living space by finding ways to blend the indoors and outdoors. Use these home design inspiration tips to help you come up with ways to incorporate those lush …

The weather is cooling off and the leaves are starting to fly. It must be fall! Is your home ready for this festive season? Here are some simple ideas for decorating your contemporary home this fall. Change out throws and blankets for autumn colors. Pack your regular autumn colors into storage bags for a few …

If you’re thinking of remodeling your bathroom, or creating a brand new one, it’s important to know what’s in style. These bathroom trends have been sweeping the nation in 2014, and our Bellevue design firm is on top of all of them. Consider including one or more of them in your design to ensure that …