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Some interior designers are pointing to a resurgence of mid-century modern furnishings around the country. In fact, an article from Fast Co.Design said, "How Mid-century Modern Became the Pumpkin Spice Latte of Interior Design."

Others say that mid-century modern style has never gone out of style. And there’s a simple reason for its popularity: people like it.  For some, nostalgia for the good old days is surging. For others, it’s a sign of our changing times. The style is great for small spaces (which are becoming more popular every day). It has classic shapes and finishes. Plus, it goes with everything in your home.

If you’re like me, you probably have a mix of different styles and shapes in your home, reflecting your personal interests and tastes. A little bit of mid-century modern in the den, some traditional comfort in the living room and old-fashioned country charm in the kitchen. It’s not like we don’t want to commit to a specific style, it’s just that we want what we want in

Everywhere you turn, things are getting smarter. That goes double for smart features in your kitchen. High-end refrigerators that give you recipes for items inside, wireless meat thermometers that tell you when your meat is the perfect temperature, crock-pots you can adjust with an app and so much more.

Yes, kitchens are getting smarter all the time. But what if you don’t have the space for all those smart tools or the budget to replace appliances that work perfectly fine, but don’t have all the cool, new features? My kitchen appliances are all around 15 years old. The refrigerator keeps things cold. The stove works well and the dishwasher gets things clean. Plus, my kitchen happens to be about the average size of kitchens in condos and apartments (around 150 sq. ft.), so it doesn’t give me much space to store cool new gadgets.

Right now, I use my tablet when trying out new recipes or accessing various applications, but it’s frustrating because it’s so small. Plus, there’s just not a good

White and beige walls may be timeless, but if you’re tired of bland colors, it might be time to add some drama to your interior. Savvy interior designers have embraced this trend because it’s a sophisticated look that can add a lot of depth to a room.

Dark walls fit into any decorating scheme, depending on how they are complemented with furniture, rugs, ornaments and so on. Some designers prefer deep colors that are drawn from nature, like hunter green, chocolate grown or dark grey. Others look to deep reds and burgundies and burnt orange. One of the top paint colors for 2018 is called Black Flame (a blend of navy and black) that puts the spotlight on décor.

Furnishings for these room should be allowed to shine. Choose a few well-placed pieces in the room for the most impact. For instance, TVLiftCabinet recommends Enclave in either Grey or White. Elegantly simple and very modern, the Enclave TV lift system sets a clean-cut, urban tone that’s perfect for rooms with darker walls.

Ideally,

When our children were in their teenage years, and I was traveling a great deal for business, I was a devoted staycation fan. For me, travel and vacation often don’t provide the relaxation I crave in a world of non-stop deadlines. Apparently, many people agree with me because staycations are making a huge comeback as people make their homes havens, providing them with the down time we all need to re-energize our souls.

Here are a few tips to help you make your home staycation ready.

Make your home entertainment-ready for your family. Do you already have a space that’s devoted to family entertainment? Whether your family enjoys gaming or watching special movies, it’s easy to set up a space that’s both welcoming and functional. TVLiftCabinets are excellent cabinets that allow you to have everything you need in one space. Whether you stream all your movies, need storage for favorite DVDs or need space for all the gadgets gamers require for a great experience, TVLiftCabinet has you

Marisa Spyker recently wrote an article for Coastal Living about the fall color trends for home furnishing design. She says, “As the promise of chilly winter days starts to fade, there’s no question: We’ve got spring on the mind. In the design world, however, things are just heating up for fall.”

For those of us who were still watching the snow fall in April, thinking about fall seems a long way off. But if you’re in the process of selling and/or purchasing a home, she shares some fascinating color trends you may want to consider for your new space.

Spyker said, according to Pantone, the authority on all things color, bolder and brighter hues are on the horizon for the Fall/Winter 2018 season. And while the predictions primarily focus on fashion, they inevitably influence design in all its forms.”

“The fall/winter 2018 palette continues to show designers expressing the need for individuality, ingenuity and creativity though fashion,” said Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone

Open floor plans remain popular for many home owners. It’s a trend that’s not going anywhere. In some cases, designers have brought the outdoors inside the home by incorporating more glass interior doors which seem to disappear after opening. This makes spaces even more open to give homeowners more flexibility in how they want to set up their home. Many homeowners believe that 100 percent of the floor space in their homes should be usable and don’t like things like cut-out areas for appliances, televisions or bookcases.

Buyers now arrive at the sales office with a list of “non-negotiable” features that they want in a home. For instance, airy and welcoming living, sleeping, and eating spaces across a flexible layout are key. In an NAHB report published last year, builders responded that the kitchen–family room arrangement is completely or partially open in 84% of the homes they build, with over half (54%) being completely open to the main living spaces of the home.

This means there is a

The small house movement started roughly a decade ago, but there have always been people who dreamed of living in a small cabin in the woods. It may have started when we read, “The Boxcar Children” in elementary school. Who knows? One thing we do know is that as people begin to re-evaluate their lifestyles, get closer to retirement, and seek peace, the idea of finding a quiet cabin in nature sounds more appealing every day.

For the lucky people who decide to make that move, it requires them to pare down their belongings to the basics and come up with innovative solutions to make the most of every inch. Many companies are coming up with creative ways to get dual uses (or more) out of furnishings to help make the transition easier.

Multifunctional furniture is now a category that’s getting plenty of attention from a generation who expect smart solutions, whether they’re seeking that comfy cabin or a stylish urban loft. Most Baby Boomers probably have (or got rid of) that heavy couch that

Last summer, my husband and I went shopping for a new refrigerator. We have a rather small kitchen, with a specific space dedicated to the refrigerator. After going to a dozen appliance stores and checking online options, we finally had to special order a refrigerator with the exact specifications. Took far too long for something that should have been really simple.

Luckily, some companies not only make it possible to customize items for your home – they make it easy.

One company, TVLiftCabinet, offered the ability to customize furnishings when they opened their doors 15 years ago.

Here’s how it works:

The in-house designer will create a custom TV lift cabinet of your dreams. Simply give them a call or connect online to bring your vision to life.

You can choose any wood and eco-friendly, durable finish to perfectly match your décor. The designers will send you color samples to make sure you know exactly what you ordered.

You’re in charge. Each cabinet is designed, engineered and

Storage, like sleep or bacon, is one of those things that nearly everyone yearns for. Whether you live in a tiny home, a small condo or a huge multi-level home, there just never seems to be enough storage.

Smart homes are all the rage. Simply speak or clap and you’ll never need to leave the couch. But when it comes to finding space for all the smart home paraphernalia, it can require some creative solutions. Luckily, there are some great options to consider.

Plenty of storage space!

Enter smart furnishings like TVLiftCabinet. The beautiful hand-crafted cabinets fit any décor, but for storage-challenged homes, each one also provides storage for all your entertainment “stuff.” Each TV lift cabinet features dovetail drawers, heavy-duty ball-bearing slides, high-quality lid hinges, and even ventilated shelving and panels to prevent your audio and video components from overheating. In addition, the motorized TV lift consoles feature built in cable-management as well as an integrated infrared

Huffington Post, House Beautiful and other design trend publications have called artisan touches for the home one of the biggest trends in 2018. But for TVLiftCabinet.com, it’s the only way we roll.

Homestead is a popular style that many customers choose to customize for their personal home styles.

When a piece of furniture is handcrafted by an artisan, rather than mass produced through a factory chain, that instantly adds a personal touch to any space. Handmade products require time, artistry and special skills. At TVLiftCabinet.com, Amish craftsmen create our beautiful pieces. In Amish tradition, they focus on using traditional woodworking techniques. The factories we partner with are the largest non-electric furniture manufacturer in Holmes Country, Ohio, a place famous for producing high-quality Amish furniture.

We know that the Amish tradition is to celebrate the wood, the people and the land. Our partners and their dedicated artisans who make up the award-winning companies, work closely