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Kitchen islands serve a number of purposes: They’re a valuable food prep station, serve as a dining space, and provide a home for appliances that don’t fit on the countertop. But by no means does that mean that they can’t be aesthetically pleasing while also serving these other functions. Decor doesn’t need to be loud or overwhelming to make a stylish statement. Sometimes less is more. Placing a long, narrow tray that complements the island’s wood tones helps keep the space looking cohesive yet simple. Or if you would like that extra glowy welcome from the kitchen island, store fresh fruit atop your...

Knowing how to decorate windows is a great hack to tinker around with a room’s design and match it to your mood. While there’s a whole variety of window types you can install, that’s a one-time decision made at the time of building your home. Decorating windows, on the other hand, opens up tons of design and decor opportunities. Once you know how to decorate your window, you can modify any room’s feel without having to do much. What’s best? It doesn’t matter whether you’re moving into a new space or want to upgrade the room you’re living in. Decorating...