Luxury Housing Trends & Home Improvement Ideas

Did you know that cherry blossoms symbolize a bright future? Now that spring is well on it’s way, you can look forward to your bright future and even have tableware that reminds you to be in a good mood.

The Tranquil Dinnerware from Pier 1 Imports features cherry blossoms in front of a bluish, gray background.

The dinnerware is sold individually, so you can choose from dinner plates, salad plates, cereal bowls, and mugs. The price for these pieces ranges from $5 to $6. Because this set is more square and has a contemporary design, it definitely gives off a modern tone.

If you’re looking to create an amazing tablescape for this coming Easter, incorporate this dinnerware set. It’s inspired by nature, and it has some Eastern flair.

Wrought iron can be dark and mysterious depending on the design, and it will add depth and interest to any room. Sometimes you see it on windows, doors and stairs, but a sculpture of wrought iron can look incredibly luxurious in a sitting area. Intricate wrought iron is something people are not going to overlook, and even though it’s iron, it can be constructed in so many complex ways.

The Mystique Wrought Iron Metal Sculpture Wall Decor Art is a stunning piece that begs for attention. There is so much texture and abstract design, and it can be a great 3D piece for over your couch or even in your dining room.

It measures 40 x 24”, and the contemporary design might remind you of the sun and moon. The aged bronze finish and various hand-painted colors bring this artistic sculpture to life.

Bringing your garden indoors obviously isn’t possible, but you can add elements of it to your home. If you enjoy the sound of water and like to admire leaves, rocks and other natural elements, a miniature fountain might be what you need.

The HoMedics WFL-GDN Envirascape Garden Leaves Illuminated Fountain in copper will calm your mood and indoor environment as quickly as the water tricks down it. In addition to the water effect, you will also be able to enjoy the soft lighting coming from it. This unique design is simple and elegant, because the water cascades down the detailed copper leaves.

Since this fountain is a table top size, you can put it just about anywhere. If you have a decorative table near your front door, this fountain would be a peaceful way of greeting your guests.

When you’re adding final touches to your home, new picture frames can go a long way to bring the look to completion. There are so many different styles and designs, so you can reflect your home’s decor as well as the mood of the picture in the frame.

One place that is chalk full of fabulous frames is Pier One Imports. They have meticulously designed ones with jewels and metal detailing to simple frames made from a thick plate of glass.

If you’re lucky, you can find sophisticated ones with puppy prints for pet pictures and even frames inspired by natural elements such as maple leaves.

This Trend Lab Two Picture Frame Set would set off a baby’s room beautifully. They hang from a cocoa colored ribbon and would look elegant from the baby to teenager stages.

High ceilings effortlessly open up a room, but instead of letting all of that spaciousness make your home look more like a barn, spice it up with some warming decor.

• Install some interesting architectural features such as beams to the bare ceiling.

• Add texture to the open space such as tile or wood detailing.

• Bring the ceiling to eye level with hanging light fixtures. It’s also wise to have a variety of light sources such as recessed lighting, chandeliers and fan lighting.

• Choose a paint color for the ceiling that will tie the room together. Semi-gloss paint will make the ceiling look higher, so if you don’t want this effect then avoid glossy finishes.

• Arrange the furniture differently to create a warmer mood and comfortable or elegant atmosphere.

You can change your shelf displays whenever the mood strikes, and they are easier to rearrange than your furniture. So if you’re looking to makeover your book shelf, here are some ways to amp up the style.

• Highlight your hobbies and interests. Show off your collectibles, small paintings, crafts, etc. The point is to display whatever makes you happy.

• Group your possessions into a category. Maybe your belongings share a same theme, color or shape so arrange these items so they compliment your books.

• Add some flair with tall vases, decorative balls or pottery.

• Arrange accessories in threes, fives or sevens to create asymmetry.

• Combine a variety of pieces on your shelf so you have some short, medium and tall items.

• Use heavy glass or crystal objects as book ends.

Even if your bathroom is lacking in square footage, there are some decorating tricks you can use to make it appear as though the space is larger. So where do you start?

• Softer colors such as pastel shades or neutrals can open up the space in comparison to bolder colors.

• Add lightening to increase the brightens of the room. Choose fixtures that don’t take up space such as recessed lighting, wall sconces or skylights.

• Replace your large vanity with a more compact one. A pedestal or wall-mounted sink will give you more floor space and cleaner lines.

• Eliminate current decorations that stick out and take up unnecessary space. Wall shelves and hanging racks can be convenient, but can you live without them? Another option is to find versions of these pieces that are have functional qualities in a space-saving design.

When it comes time to change up your decor to compliment the season, you can make it an easy transition simply by incorporating small details. Decorations such as pictures, throw blankets and even pillows can make all of the difference.

Spring is on it’s way, so if you haven’t given any thought into changing your decorations yet, these elegant pillows from Pier One Imports are the perfect way to start.

The Red Roses Pillow has three dimensional roses popping right out from the pillow. How much livelier details can you get for spring? This bouquet of roses can give a neutral colored some personality.

Also, the Ruffle Pillow in pink would be a great pillow to pair with the red rose one. It has a subtle color, but the ruffle effect makes it look elegant. Combining the 3-D rose pillow and the ruffle one will add texture an oomph to your sitting areas.

If you’ve ever thought it’d be fun to have your own bonsai tree, but you weren’t sure where to start, then you might be a candidate for this Do-It-Yourself Bonsai Tree Kit.

It comes with a four-year-old established tree, so you’ll already have a base from which to start (a lot less scary to prune a tree with an established form than to snip from scratch!).

Here’s what the kit includes:

• 3-4 year old Greenmound Juniper Bonsai tree, potted in a bonsai pot that includes humidity tray and ornamentation.
• 101 Essential Bonsai Tips Book
• Japanese bonsai shears
• One-year supply of Premium Bonsai Fertilizer and Vitamins
• Copper-colored aluminum wire (used to shape and train your tree)
• Genuine Chinese Mudman figurine (apparently no bonsai is complete without an old fisherman perched beneath its boughs)

Pick up the kit for $55 at Amazon:

Bonsai Tree Juniper “Do It Yourself” Kit

Cuckoo clocks are classic time pieces, which can really become a part of your home and habit. If you grew up having a cuckoo clock in your home, the sound of one is probably soothing to your ears and it might even bring back fond memories. So why not add something traditional like this to your home?

The 23” Eagle Hunter Ram Cuckoo Clock is from River City Cuckoo Clocks. The features of this clock include: eight day mechanical movement with music and dancers, eight day musical with two different tunes and a two year warranty. Its dimensions are 23” H x 14.25” W x 10.5” D, and this cuckoo clock will need to be rewound on a weekly basis.

In addition, the clock is hand-carved from various woods, and it has three large weights that control the time, cuckoo, music and dancers.