Luxury Housing Trends & Home Improvement Ideas

If you’re someone who likes to make grilling fun, and you’ve already picked up all the essential grill gadgets, then here’s a new one you can add to your collection:

The Swashbuckling BBQ Sword

For a mere $24.99, you can play pirate with your steaks and wieners. The prongs can hold up to four marshmallows, too, so you can take this puppy camping with you (who doesn’t need a sword on a camping trip?). In a pinch, you can use it to defend the campsite from bears.

Features:

–Heavy-gauge stainless steel skewer
–Easy-grip wood handle with metal hand-shield
–19 Inches long, double-pronged

Grab it at ThinkGeek.

Yoga is an incredibly relaxing way to release stress from work and your home life. In addition, it can strengthen your muscles and build back up your sense of balance. There are so many benefits, and it’s one workout that doesn’t require a heavy-duty machine.

Carpeting flooring and wall to wall mirrors are ideal for a basement gym, and if you’re interested in taking up the practice of yoga, you can accessorize with printed mats. The Gaiam Yoga and Pilates Printed Wisdom Mat is eco-friendly and non-toxic. It’s made from 100% rubber, ensuring your feet stay in place when you’re balancing or standing in warrior pose. This biodegradable mat provides you with traction and comfort.

Along with helping you reduce stress and maintain your weight, printed yoga mats can decorate your home gym.

Sofa blankets are convenient to have on the couch or chair in the living room, so you don’t have to get up in the middle of your movie to find a warm throw. Textured sofa blankets can also be added to your bed, or you can accent a hope chest with one.

This Black Silk Throw is a classic sofa blanket. It’s made by village artisans in Thailand using fair trade practices. This 100% silk black throw can coordinate with a variety of home decor styles. The throw measures 40′ x 80” and should be dry cleaned.

Accent your home with a basic throw, and enjoy one that is made from natural dyes. The one downside to this throw is that it needs to be dry cleaned. However, the neutral color and diamond weaved pattern is beautiful.

Who says a home library has to be dull and boring? Since it’s inside of your house, you might not necessarily want this room to be as quiet and simple as a public library.

Use accents like this pair of Blockhead Bookends to add interest to your bookcase. These are from Global Views, and the bookends can draw attention to some of your favorite books. While one figurine is holding up a book, the opposite one is trying to push them over. It’s a cute decorative accessory for your shelf.

These are also perfect for your home office or even the family room. Incorporate them into your media cabinet and use them to hold up your favorite DVDs.

Couches and chairs can always be given a different look by adding pillows and throws. Pillows have really transformed into an unique accessory, because you can find so many patterns, designs and even textures. From faux fur to rhinestones and sequins, pillows have become bedazzled.

The Indian Gypsy Pillow is a large rectangular design that features a colorful ribbon design across it’s length, which has reflective circles. The reflective nature of this pillow’s accents adds texture and charm. This design measures 24” x 15”, and it’s made with down and feather. Each pillow is unique so look and size can differ.

Pair a couple of these pillows together with a loveseat or chair, and enjoy the style and fashion that this design brings to your old furniture.

There are many things that make getting to sleep easier. When you have a soft yet firm mattress, your spine is in better alignment. When your sheets and comforter are soft and warm, it makes you feel comfortable. It’s also important for your head to land on a contoured pillow that stabilizes and protects your neck.

Sleep Innovations Contour Memory Foam Pillow is made from 100% polyurethane memory foam and has a 3-pound density. The pillow is naturally hypoallergenic and has an antimicrobial finish to protect your face, nose and eyes from bacteria. Also, you can choose between a low or high loft to accommodate your neck.

This machine washable pillow provides you with better support, and it will help you get comfortable so you don’t toss and turn all night long.

Did you grow up with a quilt? Sometimes keeping these simple traditions are what makes your home feel more homey. If you’re longing for a quilt, try a colorful one to brighten up your bedroom space.

The Green Dahlia Quilt Set from Sears is handcrafted and features a dahlia in the center with scalloped edging. The soft greens and blues are perfect for a quiet bedroom. This quilt is made from a blend of 55% cotton and 45% polyester.

The twinset includes one sham, and the full/queen or king includes two shams. Use this quilt in your own bedroom, or add tradition to your guest room. This quilt is perfect for keeping you warm in the winter, and it’s not too heavy for the spring and summer months.

There are so many ways to access your photographs these days. From the camera to the computer, you can create a collection from all of those important firsts to incredible family vacations. Instead of keeping them stored on a device, print them out and hang them for all to see.

The Picture Tree from Opulent Items is a unique way to display several photos all at once. This innovative design enables you to showcase 36 or 49 pictures. The table model holds more pictures, but the floor model is pretty neat too. Both have a nickel finish and will look great when paired with modern decor.

The floor model is perfect for the living or a larger hallway where people would be sitting or passing by. People can hold and touch the pictures to get a closer look.

Are you a fan of the British science fiction TV program Doctor Who? This show is a classic with the Time Lord himself Doctor who uses the TARDIS to travel through time.

Now you can honor this delightful show in your kitchen with the TARDIS Mug from ThinkGeek. This mug looks like the real TARDIS from the show — a 1950s British police box. It even has a convenient lid so your coffee or tea stays hot until you’re ready to drink it.

This mug might not allow you to really travel through time, but it will at least make your morning routine more enjoyable before time flies by and you have to go to work. Plus, it will be a great addition to your mug collection.

The Star Wars is a classic series, and if you’re obsessed with it, you might not be able to help incorporating pieces from the movies into your home decor.

The Exclusive Death Star Cookie Jar measures 12 x 12” and is made of sculpted ceramic. This cookie jar is like an Imperial army for your favorite treats. If you’re not into chocolate chip cookies, you can also use this jar as a festive ice cooler or candy bowl for parties.

This is a personable accessory to add to your kitchen counter or have at a house party. If you have friends who love Star Wars, they will appreciate this home accent too so it can be fun to show off.