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<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">Spring brought warmer weather, clearer skies, and new designs! Our last series challenge was inspired by the new season along with the yearly spring cleaning! With vibrant colors and new furniture added to the catalog, we knew the possibilities would be endless.

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Spring brought warmer weather, clearer skies, and new designs! Our last series challenge was inspired by the new season along with the yearly spring cleaning! With vibrant colors and new furniture added to the catalog, we knew the possibilities would be endless.



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Small garden spaces present unique challenges, especially if you want to showcase your unique style. But even the lowest square footage garden can be transformed, allowing you to expand your living space or even grow food. Whether you want a cozy reading nook, somewhere to entertain guests, a thriving garden or a private space, you can do a lot without spending a fortune or having much room.&nbsp;

If you’re looking for ideas to ramp up the wow factor for your next outdoor project, you’ll find 10 trendy ideas below that will impress your clients or friends and make your outdoor space more functional.&nbsp;

If you’re lucky, you’re starting with a blank slate. However, most gardens have experienced some neglect and may require quite a bit of cleanup before you can begin designing. It’s better to have nothing than a lot of clutter and overgrowth.&nbsp;

The first step is clearing out old furniture and brush overgrowth so you can assess the space and decide which elements to add.&nbsp;

Outdoor furniture is a <a href="https://simplygreenlandscaping.com/patio-landscaping-ideas-for-a-beautiful-and-functional-outdoor-space/" target="_blank">key component of outdoor comfort</a>. Not only do you want a seating area but also tables to rest drinks and other essentials. Look for durable pieces that can withstand the elements. Cushions should be soft. Be sure to test out any patio furniture by sitting on it and using it as you would daily.&nbsp;

Depending on how much space you have to work with, you may only be able to add a loveseat and a couple of chairs with a small side table on either side. If possible, get or draw an aerial view of the space to get an idea of how much furniture fits comfortably and still allows movement.&nbsp;

Water features can add a sense of serenity to any size space. If you’re decorating a postage-stamp garden in an urban setting, adding a fountain or koi point with running water can drown out some of the surrounding noise and transport you to the countryside.&nbsp;

Since any water feature will need to be small to accommodate the allotted space, ensure you take live fish and amphibians indoors in colder weather to protect them from frost.&nbsp;

Adding curtains or drop cloths brands your space with your <a href="https://www.shadingtexas.com/budget-friendly-backyard-ideas/" target="_blank">own personal sense of style and adds privacy</a>, especially on balconies or in townhomes, where your next-door neighbor may have a clear view of your activities. You can pull the curtains back with a tie when you want to let more light in and close them together for privacy.

Invest in outdoor curtains that will weather the bright sun and elements better than typical indoor curtain materials. Select a pattern that goes with the rest of your decor. It’s best to stick with timeless designs so you don’t have to replace them because they’ve gone out of style. Some options that give your design a classic look include solid colors, stripes, floral patterns and boho looks.&nbsp;

A raised bed garden design can be achieved even if you lack garden space. Add some raised beds to a building rooftop for a fun community project or to the edge of a balcony once you ensure it can support the added weight. Even a tiny patio allows room for a small wooden garden bed.

Select materials based on how long you'll be in your current location and if they are safe for growing food. For example, untreated <a href="https://renovated.com/tips-for-gardening-in-small-spaces/" target="_blank">cedar planks last around 15 years</a>, making them one of the most durable options available.

The hues you select can have an impact on how big your outdoor garden area appears. Light and cool colors tend to open up small spaces, so opt for white, off-white, tan and blues. A few cool-tone pillows add a sense of warmth and openness.&nbsp;

Select furniture that serves a dual purpose to make the most of your space. A storage bench can hold garden tools and serve as extra guest seating. A small gas-powered fire pit with a topper can be a table for drinks but also provide warmth during cooler seasons, extending your outdoor enjoyment late into the season.&nbsp;

Discover your unique sense of style by including elements you enjoy. Did you pick up a unique rock on your trip west? Place it in your garden. Do you love a particular design, such as a metal pail in the style of old farmer’s markets? Add some fresh flowers and place them by your back door.&nbsp;

Think about what you love and get inspiration from friends, family and stores. Once you have a few things you enjoy, you’ll better understand your unique style and how to repeat it across different elements in your garden design.

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society points to <a href="https://phsonline.org/for-gardeners/gardeners-blog/2025-gardening-trends" target="_blank">gardening as one of the biggest trends</a> of 2025. With smaller spaces, think up instead of out. You can do a lot with vertical gardens.&nbsp;

Some people bring the outdoors inside by using PVC pipes to grow their own herbs and hybrid plants for container gardening. Others are going up on their patios and using larger pots to grow everything from tropical plants to small fruit trees in tiny spaces.&nbsp;

Do you want to give your small garden space a big personality? Look for whimsical touches that are unlike anyone else's. Rather than following the trends, you’ll set them.

Add a small retaining wall resembling a village hut or a hobbit’s home. Hang some woven chairs with bright cushions. Consider what is unique to your area and your interests and how to add a touch of it to your garden’s stylish design ideas.

Your Garden Should Be Constantly Changing

Your outdoor space should be a living, breathing extension of your personal tastes. As you develop new interests and grow, so will your garden.

Look for useful pieces with lasting power and throw some unique touches in the space with bright pillows, patterns and textures. Your style is about what you love rather than how much space you have. You can make something special out of an available tiny spot outside your home’s doors.

Ready to bring your garden ideas to life? Transform your small space with the power of design! <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">The DecorMatters app</a> makes it easy to experiment with layouts, furniture, and decor before making real changes. Try out different styles, get inspired by top designs, and create your dream outdoor oasis—all from your phone. <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">Download the app today and start designing! </a>

UP NEXT: <a href="https://decormatters.com/blog/creating-a-relaxing-outdoor-retreat-9-landscaping-ideas-for-2025" target="_blank">Creating a Relaxing Outdoor Retreat: 9 Landscaping Ideas for 2025</a>

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Make the most of your small outdoor space with these 10 stylish garden ideas! From vertical gardens to cozy seating, discover creative ways to transform limited areas into stunning retreats. Get inspired and start designing today!

Small Space, Big Impact: 10 Garden Stylish Design Ideas for Limited Areas

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">Okay, Christmas decor is at a minimum in this house this year. I’m not feeling what I have but I’m also not willing to settle for something that I am not totally in love with. I’m trying to stop this unnecessary habit of purchasing things for the need and desire to have a finished space. I’m really working on being more intentional with what I buy and having a more fulsome picture of what I intend to do. That being said, this year we did invest in a faux tree (it looks so good! We got this one) so budget-wise more decorations aren’t in there, that’ll be next year’s adventure. Enter my DIY Christmas. I loved these wood Christmas trees from Crate and Barrel but did you see the price tag on them?! $50 for one of the sizes that I’ve made and $150 for a 3.5 ft tall one!

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<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; text-align: left !important;"><span style="font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">Sizes are totally up to you! I made three sizes:

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<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">This article was written by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/signedsamanthaxo/" target="_blank">Samantha</a> from <a href="https://signedsamantha.com/" target="_blank">Signed Samantha</a>.

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Keeping Christmas decor to a minimum while sticking to a budget can be done!

DIY Wood Christmas Trees

House plants are an easy way to bring life into various spaces. They come in various shapes and sizes and all require different levels of types of care. Plants help purify the air, reduce stress and even help with boosting the immune system.

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">Decorating with plants can sometimes be difficult as there needs to be a balance between a stylish space and what is practical for those with a green thumb. This all varies from space to space as well as the taste of the individual.

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">We challenged our users to create spaces around the home using more green and lively elements in order to bring in those positive elements of having house plants! We gave them spaces such as reading nooks, bathrooms, bedrooms etc. Check out some of their beautiful designs!

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: center !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(48, 63, 77);">📷 <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@sparky</a>, <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@bron...</a>

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House plants are an easy way to bring life into various spaces. They come in various shapes and sizes and all require different levels of types of care. Plants help purify the air, reduce stress and even help with boosting the immune system. 



Plants Challenge: Bring the Outdoors Inside

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">The weather is cooling down and the breeze is getting stronger as summer leaves and autumn approaches. This is also an indicator that it may soon be time to change up the decor in the home.

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">Autumn means warmer tones, blankets, cozier items, and good food! There is always a way to bring fall colors and vibes into any space with accessories and decor! We left it up to our users to bring inspiration on how to decorate this coming fall!

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: center !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(48, 63, 77);">📷 <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@cincygirl</a>

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">We challenged our users to create spaces around the home that prepare for the change in season. We gave them spaces such as dining, entryways, living rooms, etc. Check out some of their beautiful designs and try creating one of your own!

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: center !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(48, 63, 77);">📷 <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@brookie.babe</a>, <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@joan</a>

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: center !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(48, 63, 77);">📷 <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@jlumiii</a>, <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@leeleenyc</a>

The weather is cooling down and the breeze is getting stronger as summer leaves and autumn approaches. This is also an indicator that it may soon be time to change up the decor in the home. Autumn means warmer tones, blankets, cozier items, and good food! There is always a way to bring fall colors and vibes into any space with accessories and decor! We left it up to our users to bring inspiration on how to decorate this coming fall!

Design Challenge: Create an Autumn Space

When designing and building a home, it can be so hard to know if you should include certain features that may be popular at the moment. One element that is all the rage at the moment is barn doors. However, are they a passing fad or an ongoing staple in home design?

Barn Doors: Trendy or Timeless?

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">The color yellow is a bright choice when it comes to interior design. It is usually associated with the warm and happy things of life. Things like the warmth of the sun or the pleasant scent of a yellow poppy both make people smile. Why not bring that same joy into a room your live your life in?

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">Color therapy uses yellow shades to bring out these positive feelings in people and can be put into practice when designing a space. Different shades of yellow can be mixed together to create beautiful and bright spaces that will help improve your mood.

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: left !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;">We challenged our users to create spaces around the home that focused on using all shades of yellow. From yellow walls to golden accents, they really delivered and created beautiful and bright spaces. By mixing patterns, playing with textures, and using different shades, they were able to create a variety of spaces in all styles!

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: center !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(48, 63, 77);">📷 <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@luciaf</a>, <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@designbym</a>

<span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; text-align: center !important; display: block;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: var(--ricos-custom-p-background-color,unset); font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent; font: inherit; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(48, 63, 77);">📷 <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@argiro</a>, <a href="https://decormatters.app.link/blog" target="_blank">@rhythm&amp;dream</a>

The color yellow is a bright choice when it comes to interior design. It is usually associated with the warm and happy things of life. Things like the warmth of the sun or the pleasant scent of a yellow poppy both make people smile. Why not bring that same joy into a room your live your life in?

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