Entryways tend to be smaller, but that doesn't make them any less important — after all, the foyer is a guest's first impression of your home. For that reason, it's worth your time to design an entryway that nicely reflects your style. Not sure where to start? Follow these quick tips to create a foyer that's both functional and well-decorated year-round: Go with a statement piece. The easiest Read more

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Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member ourfifthhouse from the Su Casa group: It has taken a little while (as in a year and half after we moved in) to decorate my entry foyer. First impressions and all had me kind of nervous. I wanted to give guests a glimpse of my family's personality. I also wanted our entry to rise up and greet us when we arrive home. I wanted something fun that Read more

Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member stephaniepoli from the Su Casa group: I revamped the entryway to our house in order to make it more welcoming for guests. I also wanted to create a more modern look. The doormat tiles are from Ikea and the planters are made from concrete blocks, planted with succulents. Have you been doing any redecorating lately? Be sure to share photos and Read more

Oprah once said that "when you invite people to your home, you invite them to yourself." That's because your humble abode is a reflection of who you are. However, it's really hard to decorate and reflect the true "you" if you're living in a rental. You can't make permanent changes or you'll end up losing your security deposit when you move out. Here are some decorating tips for your temporary Read more

If you don't enjoy cleaning, tidying up your place may feel like a time-consuming and mind-numbing task. However, there are little tricks you can do to lessen your load and expend less effort toward cleaning yet still have a sparkling clean residence. Here are some ways to have a clean place without cleaning: Everything has its place: Remember that every item has its place in your home, and if Read more

Cleaning can become a time-consuming task if you leave it until the very last minute, but a little a day goes a long way, and soon you won't find yourself cringing about setting aside a few hours of your time on the weekend to put your apartment in order. I've seen a lot of checklists for people who live in houses, but not a lot for those who reside in apartments, so here's a quick schedule for Read more

Winter is often the most challenging season for your entryway or mudroom. Boots, heavy jackets, umbrellas, hats, and mittens are a few of the items that may grace this area during the Winter months, depending on your climate. Chances are inclement weather forces you to store more of these items at close reach — and your floors and rugs may suffer from salt stains or muddy bootprints. Read more