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Our country’s baby boomers (born in 1946-1964) are one of the largest generations in the US today. And they are highly concerned with the challenges of injury, sickness, and aging.
These challenges can be easily overcome with a little advanced planning. Did you know that an assisted living facility with one-bedroom/single occupancy for instance can cost on average, $54,000 per year? This is only for room and board! These facts are according to a 2021 "Cost of Care" study done by Genworth Financial, Inc., a leading insurance provider.
Introducing: “Universal Design” an industry term for space planning for aging at home.
What Type of Cook Are You?
What is your level of expertise when it comes to cooking? This is an important fact to consider when starting to plan a kitchen remodel. Professional interior designer Debbie Talianko shares some of her past blogs about kitchen remodeling for you today.
5 Best Tips for Arranging Your Holiday Decor
I would imagine if you’re here with me, you love decorating for the Holidays as much as I do. It’s a chance to use your creative mind to do something “different” with the room. To put away the everyday accessories and to show off the treasured pieces you’ve enjoyed in your family for many, many years. Professional interior designer Debbie Talianko shares 5 of my BEST TIPS for arranging your accessories….Holiday Style!
11 Tips for Creating a Cozy Dining Room
The Holidays are a time for connecting with our loved ones and for celebrating our blessings. Here are 11 tips for creating a cozy and stylish room that no one will want to leave.
6 Top Bath Trends for 2023
It’s not surprising that the following trends seem to stem from our recent pandemic experience and the lifestyle that has developed from that time. We were shut into our homes and we craved human interaction. We needed to create mental wellness in our homes.
6 Furniture Arrangements for the Same Room
If you love to sketch or you love to color, this blog is for you. ❤️ You'll see why in a minute.
Let’s start with a simple room plan. It has two doorways and a large window. This room is roughly 22' x 15'. Here are 6 different furniture arrangments for the same room.
18 Ways to Make Your Home Look Expensive on a Budget
There are plenty of ways to elevate the look of your room. Here are 18 ways from Debbie Talianko, a professional interior designer, to make your room look and feel expensive even if you’re on a budget.
30 Guest Bedroom Ideas
Having an extra bedroom where guests can stay is a luxury. But when friends and family visit, treating them to a comfortable room is a must. In this article, professional interior designer Debbie Talianko offers tips and inspiration for creating the perfect oasis for your guests.
12 Tips for Choosing the Best Washer and Dryer
With so much innovation available to us, it’s hard to know how to choose the best washer and dryer. But the basics never change. In this article, we’ll discuss what to consider before you shop.
Debbie’s Patio Tips
Happy Summer! It’s been a while since I checked in with you.
Are you ready for summer?
With everyone making plans to relax this weekend, I thought you might enjoy my list of my favorite summertime activities.
How to COMBINE COLORS in Your Home
Using color in your home and having it feel pulled together takes a little bit of “know-how”. In this article we’ll walk through a few easy tips for creating your color scheme as well as some things about paint you probably didn’t know.
How I Transformed My Living Room | Before & After
Who doesn’t love a Before & After story? Here, in this article, Debbie shares her thought process behind her own home’s renovation for her living room.
The SHOCKING TRUTH about Styles
Does your home look outdated to you but you're not sure how to update the room scheme? We'll talk about the common mistakes that DIY homeowners make when it comes to room decor. In this article, Debbie shares ways to give you home your own unique style.
Room Refresh on a Budget
You want to make your room feel a little different, but you don't want to start over. And, you don’t want to break the budget. In this blog, Debbie shows you a couple of ways to use what you have and give your room a whole new look!
How to Make Your Home Feel Comfortable
Do you struggle with ways to make your home look and feel warm and inviting? Do you want your home to feel comfortable? It’s best to first determine the function to create your dream space.
These cozy home tips will work with any décor style. In this video, Debbie gives you her best tips for arranging your room so that you feel joy every time you enter it.
3 SECRETS to finding your own Design Style
Not sure what to call your design style? Or which interior design style resonates with your heart? Do you have trouble knowing how to get started? There are so many choices online and on TV, it’s hard to find your own style. In this video, I’ll share 3 secrets to finding your own style. I’ll explain the method I teach my students in my design courses.
Our New Home Reno Series: Family Room Furnishings
Do you ever wonder why the things you purchased for your room didn’t work out? In this article, Debbie Talianko shares her process for her family room inspiration.
Why One Bad Sofa Can Spoil the Whole Thing
In this article, pro interior designer Debbie Talianko shares what’s needed for a successful interior design project.
Our Home Reno Series: Choosing Family Room Furniture
Debbie Talianko is planning her family room furniture while at the same time, considering a future kitchen remodel. The new furnishings must fit the current floor plan as well as the future. She shares her thought process in this article in her Our New Home Reno Series.
Why Red and Green at Christmas?
Ever wonder why Christmas colors are so exciting? In this article, Professional interior designer Debbie Talianko demonstrates why complementary colors are so pleasing to the eye.