Furnishing My Home!

Zen style is getting increasingly popular now.  With today’s fast paced living, it is not difficult to see why many people are adopting the Zen look in their homes.  After a long and stressful day at work, it is great to come home to a calm and peaceful environment.  Zen style is about simplicity and functionality.  Less is more so it is important that the home is clear of clutter.   The colour of your home should not be loud.  Instead, go for neutral or warm tones to create a soothing ambiance.  To give your home the Zen look, get furniture with clean lines and made from natural materials such as wood, oak and bamboo.  This Zen coffee table from West Elm is perfect for a Zen living room.  It is two-tiered and has a bottom shelf to provide storage or display space.

You can create an instant spa by using these pebbled flooring mat. These rocks add natural beauty and functional appeal to your home.  Each piece is assembled by hand using stone pebbled on water resistant matting.   Use one beside a shower or next to a door.  These stylish and environmentally friendly mats provide a therapeutic feel.  You can even use multiples to cover the entire floor especially on your patio or balcony.  Visit Amazon.com for more information.

Are you tired of books falling down or leaning over on the bookshelf of your child’s bedroom?  The best solution is to use a bookend. But hold on. You don’t have to go out and buy one. Bookends can be made from all kinds of items around the house.  Just use a stuff animal toy and turn it into one.  All you need to do is to replace the stuffing with dried beans to weigh it down.  A great idea for decorating children’s bedroom for those who are on a low budget.