5 Great Places to Use Handmade Tile

Get pro tips on choosing and placing handmade tile for the biggest visual impact Handmade tiles can give a home a wonderful artisan touch that’s hard to beat. They’re often more eco-friendly than machine-made tile; many manufacturers use recycled materials to create them, so you can feel good about using them too. With the array of… Continue reading 5 Great Places to Use Handmade Tile

Your home could be worth nearly $5,000 more if you make this one small tweak

A new study by Zillow reveals that the right color, in the right room, can boost the value of your home. [Photo: courtesy Behr Paint] You may already know that the color of your walls can have a profound effect on your mood and emotional wellbeing. But did you know the shade in your kitchen or… Continue reading Your home could be worth nearly $5,000 more if you make this one small tweak

7 Outdated Decorating Trends and What to Do Instead

Some of these decorating trends should have been long gone, but consumers held on to them for far too long. Some of the trends I will mention are not in and of themselves bad, but their overuse or inappropriate uses earned them a spot on the list. This list does not mean they should be completely… Continue reading 7 Outdated Decorating Trends and What to Do Instead

10 Ways to Make Your Home an Oasis of Calm

Natural materials, restful hues and a lack of clutter help create a peaceful ambiance Wish you could transport yourself to a tranquil oasis, far from the bustle of everyday life? We can’t beam you to a private island, but if you want to create a peaceful retreat at home, that we can help with. Choose from these… Continue reading 10 Ways to Make Your Home an Oasis of Calm

Tips, Products For Designing a Pet-Friendly Home

The Doggy Bathroom As the universe of pet ownership expands, the demand for new homes and remodels that incorporate dog and cat amenities are increasing. Here are some tips and ideas to consider. American have always loved their pets, but ownership has skyrocketed—with 84.6 million households owning pets in 2018. By contrast, only 52.8 million households… Continue reading Tips, Products For Designing a Pet-Friendly Home

How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Interior Designer?

Interior designers may charge hourly rates, flat fees, cost-plus or a combination. Here’s what that means for you: from houzz Interior designers bring a lot of value to a home renovation or decorating project by helping their clients pinpoint their vision, inspiring them with the possibilities and managing all the details that will bring their… Continue reading How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Interior Designer?

Is the Garage the Next Great Room?

We haven’t talked much about the garage here on Inspired Pro; yet, this high-traffic space is starting to pop into our conversations. We believe it’s because people—your clients—look at the garage as their roomiest of rooms. A space that if they’d just organize could be an extension of the home’s interior. Here are a few… Continue reading Is the Garage the Next Great Room?