Luxury Housing Trends & Home Improvement Ideas

Mirrors are capable of doing so many things in your home. Along with being convenient for sneaking peaks of yourself when you’re on the go, they also make a room larger and more put together.

The Cathedral Arched Wrought Iron Mirror features metal scrolling around the exterior of the mirror. The unique arched shape adds beauty to the design, and the section of mirror is just enough. The wrought iron is weather-resistant and will age gracefully over time.

This mirror is perfect for the indoors or outdoors, and it would look great in an oceanside home. If set against a wall painted in warm colors like brown, orange, burnt red, etc., this mirror will really stand out.

One thing interior designs will tell you is to optimize your vertical space. Walls are great for pictures and mirrors, but they’re even better for shelving units.

Displaying or storing your items vertically increases your living space. Then you can free up the floor space. The Walnut Five-tier Ladder Shelf is a decorative yet functional piece that can help you stay organized. The ladder-style design conveniently rests against any wall, and there are five shelves.

This shelving unit measures 72” H x 25” W x 17” D, and it’s made from solid walnut. The rich color and sturdy exterior will complement your living space for years to come. Display your favorite vases or rest baskets and containers full of DVDs or reading materials.

Expressing your passion through art is one way to personalize your home. Plus, by having sculptures to remind you about emotions or important moments in your life, you will have a reminder to live your life to the fullest.

The Floating Heart Sculpture is a red hot piece. The fluid design is intriguing, and the bright red is contrasted with black. The sculpture is made from fiberwood, and it’s hand finished by Vietnamese artisans. This sculpture measures 6.25” W x 16.5” H x 13.75” D.

Accent your home office by incorporating this piece into your bookshelf. You love your profession, right? Well, keep something to remind you of why you love doing what you do. There are so many ways to utilize this symbolic sculpture in your home and this is just one of the ways.

Fresh flowers are nice to have in your home. Whether you put them on the table or in the window sill, they can bring some color, freshness and beauty inside. For under $10, you can pick up a bouquet of tea roses and enhance your kitchen or table setting.

These Palace Bud Vases come in a set of six. These vases features olive-colored glass, and they can be easily wiped clean with a damp towel. Each bud vase measures 4” high and 2” in diameter.

Enjoy family meals as usual, but add some color with your favorite flowers. It’s such an easy way to decorate, and it’s especially nice during the winter to have fresh cut flowers indoors.

Clocks around the house are convenient, and they can even be more for show than telling time. However, if you don’t have room for a large grandfather clock, consider a regal looking floor clock that can go anywhere.

The Natural Antique Finished Mahogany and Burl Walnut Floor Clock from Maitland-Smith measures 21” W x 19” D x 104” H and weighs 151.1 pounds. It features detailed wood carvings, and even opens up and reveals four shelves. There are also old brass accents on this piece. This floor clock is perfect for a sitting room or living area, and it would go well with highly decorative decor.

Use this floor clock as a focal element in your space, and surround it with jewel toned fabrics and rich woods and different textured furnishings.

Wall decor can really complete a room or at least put the focus where you want it to be. By hanging a few paintings over a sitting area or bed, you will create a warmer, homey feel.

This Jardin 6 Piece Set Canvas Leaves from Target includes six canvas pieces made from wood composite. Each measures 12” L x 0.75” H x 6” W. This set is an art deco design and features various types of leaves from ferns.

The green leaves against the cream background standout, and this set would be beautiful in a library or behind a living room set. If you have a sitting room with your prized plants, this is another way to add green to your space.

The image of Buddha can be a friendly reminder to take time out and meditate or practice yoga. Showing yourself and others compassion is important to do every day, but when you have something to remind you, it helps you achieve peace.

The Sitting Buddha Tapestry from Urban Outfitters is back in stock. This decorative cloth is perfect for hanging in the bedroom or in a room with windows and light. Place a rocking chair near it for relaxing and meditating. Or, you can hang this piece in your gym and focus on it while doing yoga or pilates.

The tapestry is made from 100% cotton, and it measures 100” L x 84” W. You can hand wash it with cold water, and you can also use it as a bed, beach or picnic blanket.

Looking for a carefree way to display plants? Try a terrarium and enjoy it for years to come.

The Air Plant Terrarium from VivaTerra is an eco-friendly way to display plants. This terrarium set features a recycled glass pear and apple-shaped terrarium, and it comes with sand and four air plants. These plants require little care and maintenance, which makes them great for workaholics and those who lack a green thumb. Now you can have your own desert landscape to enjoy right at home.

You can either order the set or only order the pear. The pear measures 9” D x 14” H, and the apple measures 9” D x 14” H. These terrariums look great on side tables or coffee tables, and you can arrange them with your other belongings for a unique display.

Are you a wildlife enthusiast? Well, you don’t have to hunt animals or kill them in order to get their heads up on your wall. Opt for a more humane and compassionate replacement.

These Trophy Heads set from Neiman Marcus includes five exotic and familiar animals including a gazelle, elk, rhinocerus, ram and deer. These faux trophy heads give you the look you desire without having creepy real life animal heads staring back at you.

Each head is detailed from the wavy fur or touch looking skin to the notches on the horns. They are all white and can be hung on a wall. If you have a cabin themed look, these would be great on a wood wall in an entryway, or you can arrange them together on a brightly colored wall.

Some antiques are amazing pieces that have a wow factor. Whether you’re going for a contemporary, traditional or country look, it’s OK to incorporate complementary antique pieces into your decor.

These Antique French Country Metal Pitchers have a rustic-primitive look, and they can add a country feel to your home. This set of two pitchers are from the early 1900s, and they’re made from copper and pewter. The large pitcher measures 8.8” H x 8.8” W with a diameter of 4.8”. The smaller pitcher measures 4.6” H x 4” W with a diameter of 2.4”.

You can display these pieces together or separate, and they would warm up an empty kitchen shelf. These have a lovely character and interesting history that wil inspire conversation.