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Aging in place, where you stay in your home and community as you grow older, can be made easier by implementing a few design concepts today. The following are some ideas to consider next time you redesign your space.

Crown molding is a wonderful architectural element that enhances nearly every space. Sometimes understanding how to use crown molding in your space, what materials to use, and what color schemes would look best in your space can take some research. Here is a collection of tips to help you the next time you are considering adding crown molding to your home's design.

Determining the best size rug for your space can be a strenuous process. There are a few guidelines that could make your rug sizing experience a little easier. To help you out, we've gathered some of our favorite tips below.

Postcard from Paris had a fresh, new talent join the design team a few months ago. This week, we asked designer Heather Herbsleb to answer a few questions. 

Family photos serve as heartwarming reminders of good times. Personal touches like this are what transform a simple house into a welcoming home. 

Fresh flowers are an excellent way to bring some life into your home. Whether as a centerpiece on your table, a display in your foyer, or just as a little pop of color in your bathroom, fresh flowers are a classic finishing touch for a space. Knowing what style of flowers would best fit your design takes a little bit of technique. We will describe how to arrange flowers that are low, medium, and tall and explain how these heights can have the most impact.

One of the furniture brands Postcard from Paris designers rely on is Lee Industries. A company focused on sustainability, Lee industries has been making high quality furniture since 1969. 

Whether you are hosting or attending, baby showers are a great time to catch up with friends and celebrate life. There are an incredible number of details to plan for a baby shower: games, gifts, snacks, and drinks. We thought we'd gather together some helpful ideas for your next shower.

A vignette is an effective way to add visual detail to your home. Vignettes are an intentional small grouping of items in a room or on a specific surface, like one would find on a well styled foyer table. These artistic groupings can be set up virtually anywhere and include any combination of items you can think of. They can come in several variations, colorful, neutral, chic, or sophisticated. Sometimes what you want out of a vignette is a sense of welcoming, cozy comfort. Read our list of tips to make your vignette cozy and captivating.

Kids grow up so fast, and their favorite colors tend to change often, too. But overhauling the color scheme of a room every time tastes change can be exhausting and expensive. Explore a bedroom design that is full of color yet easily changed.