HOME & INTERIORS
Welcome to At Home with Alice, your ultimate resource for turning your house into a place you truly love. It is important to have a well-designed home and that’s why this page is full of expert decorating tips and the latest trends in home interiors.
You will find tips and tricks on paint colours and lighting choices to unique decorating ideas and practical advice for moving house. Whether you need guidance on Christmas décor or holiday decorating ideas or simply crave inspiration for refreshing your furniture and fixtures, At Home With Alice has got you covered.
Use this as your guide as you embark on a journey to create a home that reflects your style and brings joy to your everyday life. Get ready to discover the perfect elements to transform your living spaces into a haven you adore.
Space Saving For A Small Bedroom
Quite often many homes will have a small bedroom and they can be hard to style and fully utilise. Whether you use yours as a storage room, a home office or a bedroom, there are several ways in which you can maximise the space that you have on offer. Let’s explore some space-saving solutions tailor-made for compact bedrooms.
Different Sofa Styles For Your Home
When it comes to styling your home, the sofa you choose can make a significant impact. It can really change the aesthetics of any room and the comfort of your living space. With so many sofa styles available, it can be overwhelming to decide which sofa style is right for you. In this guide, we will explore various sofa styles, from cuddle chairs to corner sofas, to help you find the perfect fit for your home.
Sustainable Designs: Oak Furniture
When furnishing your home, there are so many furniture options to choose from. The quest between affordability, sustainability and style can be a hard path to navigate. From energy efficient appliances to eco friendly materials, every decision counts in today’s world. Recently, there has been an uplift in sourcing sustainable materials for the home. Wooden furniture is a keen favourite for this. Oak furniture especially is a popular option due to its timeless charm and durability.
The Benefits of Mirrors
Mirrors are fantastic furniture items that can transform any room in your home. They have multiple purposes from reflecting light to being decorative. Of course, they are also useful for seeing your own reflection. Firstly, mirrors not only create the illusion of more space but they also reflect light. This therefore makes a room appear brighter, larger and more inviting. By adding mirrors to smaller spaces and rooms, you can elevate the brightness in dark corners.
You Need This In Your Bedroom
When it comes to creating the perfect bedroom for rest and relaxation, there are a few key elements that often go overlooked. Your bedroom should be a place that is comfortable. A place where you can unwind after a long day and wake up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. While you may have already invested in a comfy mattress and stylish decor, there are a few essential items that you may not have considered adding to your bedroom space.
5 Ways To Organise Your Plants
Are you a plant lover with a growing collection but struggling to find the best way to showcase them? Whether you are short on space or just want to add some greenery to your home, organising your plants effectively can make all the difference. From utilising vertical wall space to creating beautiful hanging displays, here are five creative ways to organise your plants.
Green Homeware Trend 2024
In the ever-evolving world of interior design, there has been a substantial rise in green homeware. From verdant rugs to lush velvet cushions, eco-conscious consumers are turning to sustainable materials and earthy hues to create stylish and environmentally friendly living spaces. Here are five ways to add green homeware and accessories to your residence.
Home Bar Essentials
In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the popularity of home bars and it is not hard to see why. There has been a rise in entertaining at home and creating personalised spaces for relaxation and socialising. However, it ca be easy to focus on just the flashy elements like glassware and alcohol selection. There are some often-overlooked essentials that can truly upgrade your home bar experience.
Get The Japandi Look
The blog post explores the Japandi design trend, blending Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics. It highlights the use of bamboo home accessories such as bamboo lamp shades and bamboo trays to achieve this look. Japandi style really emphasises simplicity, using natural materials and incorporating items that have functional design principles.
Unusual Ornaments For The Home
If you are in the process of decorating, it is the unique touches that truly transform a house into a home. While classic décor pieces certainly have their charm, there is something fun about incorporating unusual ornaments into your living space. Whether you are drawn to eclectic eccentricities or have a passion for the unconventional, decorating your home with quirky décor adds personality and character.
5 Ways To Improve The Entrance To Your Home
The initial glimpse of your home is provided by its entrance, influencing the atmosphere of the space that follows. A welcoming and skilfully crafted entry not only elevates the attractiveness of your exterior but also leaves a memorable impact. Explore these five impactful methods to enhance your home's entrance. Incorporating essential elements like a fashionable door knocker, a practical coat rack and strategically placed hooks.
Wallpaper Trends 2023: Choosing the Perfect Wallpaper for Your Home
When considering home decor, the options are extensive and continually changing. Exploring the trends in wallpaper for 2023 reveals a wide array of choices for homeowners seeking to rejuvenate their living spaces. Whether your goal is to make a striking declaration or infuse understated refinement into your home, the realm of wallpaper offers something to suit every preference
Home Storage Made Easy
Frequently, managing storage poses challenges within your home, leading to a sense of limited space and a crowded environment. Consequently, this creates a disorderly and anxiety-inducing atmosphere that can make it seem like constant tidying is a futile endeavor.
Hacks To Improve Your Kitchen
The kitchen is frequently regarded as the soul of a household, serving as the hub for culinary creations, cherished moments, and lively conversations. Yet, ensuring that your kitchen remains both efficient and well-organised can present quite a task. In this blog post, we will delve into an array of ingenious kitchen tips and tricks that can enhance the functionality and appearance of your kitchen.
Finding the Perfect Blue Paint Colour for Your Home
Within this comprehensive guide, we shall embark on an exploration of some highly sought-after blue paint options, encompassing the likes of Hague Blue, Oval Room Blue, and Stiffkey Blue. Furthermore, we shall delve into the art of effectively employing these captivating hues in diverse areas of your abode, be it the inviting living room or the heart warming kitchen.
Autumn Paint Colours You Do Not Want To Miss
As the leaves transition from their lush greens to a spectrum of reds, oranges, and yellows, we are gently reminded that autumn unfolds as a season filled with colour. Autumn represents more than just a change in weather; it signifies a shift in mood and ambiance. It's a moment when we yearn for the cosiness amid the new crispness in the air.
Sage Green Paint Colors of 2023
Sage green has proven to be a timeless and versatile color choice for interior design, as its calming and earthy tones effortlessly add an elegant touch to any room. As we step into 2023, the popularity of sage green paint colors continues to soar, captivating homeowners and designers alike.
DIY Kitchen Decor
Kitchens can start to look a bit dull over time. That's where DIY kitchen decoration projects come in. These are things you can do yourself to make your kitchen feel new and unique. Whether you're really into DIY projects or you're just starting out, there are lots of fun ideas to try.
Spruce Up Your Downstairs Toilet
When you think about decorating your home, don't forget about the often-neglected downstairs toilet. It's actually a great place to get creative. Gone are the days of boring and dull bathrooms. Instead, let's explore some unique and bold ideas that can turn your restroom into a nature-inspired paradise. From soothing sage green colour themes to creating a bathroom that really wows, there are plenty of ways to express your style and creativity while giving your bathroom a fresh new look.
Budget Friendly Bedroom Trends
Are you searching for a cost-effective way to refresh your bedroom? If you crave a rejuvenating and budget-friendly transformation, consider going for a sage green bedroom. This delightful color is not only trendy but also highly versatile. Alternatively, you may opt for a charming cottagecore bedroom, creating a serene and calming atmosphere, perfect for a cozy escape. In this blog post, we'll explore some affordable bedroom trends, guiding you on how to transform your sleeping space into a peaceful and elegant sanctuary.
Bedroom Autumnal Colour Schemes
As the nights start to draw in and the leaves take on their golden hues, it’s time to think about bringing autumn colour schemes into your home. Bold mustard yellows, deep navy blues and sophisticated Herringbone patterns are just some of the ways a quick makeover can work wonders for your space this season. Here are some top tips on how to update your space with the latest trends.
A Festive Home for Christmas
The festive season is the perfect time to show off your home and make it look even more beautiful than it already is. If you are looking for some ideas on how to prepare your festive home for the Christmas period, look no further. The below list is some simple but effective ways that will transform your house. In no time you will have created a welcoming space for family and friends.
How To Create A Home Office
Most professionals today need to work from home at least some of the time. But where can you do your work? Working on your bed or on the sofa is not a sustainable or productive environment, so what do you need? A home office. Follow these top tips to help create one of your own.
How To Style Your Home
Do you want to modernize your living space? Do you want to create a peaceful environment within your bedroom? Wanting to update a dated kitchen? You don’t need an interior designer. With the below top tips and your creative taste and style, you can transform any room within your home.
Eco Oven Cleaning Tricks
Let’s face it, cleaning the oven isn’t very high on everyone’s to-do list. Alas, the more you use your appliance, the more it is bound to deposit grease and grime inside it, which can cause smoke and alter the taste of your food. The good news is that you don’t need to use expensive chemicals to have a sparkling oven.
How To Host A Great Garden Party
Garden parties are the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon. When you combine all of the best parts of spring and summer, you get a garden party. Beautiful weather, delicious food from the grill and plenty of friends hanging out in their backyard.
The Perfect Christmas Bedroom
Many of us will have friends and family staying over throughout the Christmas period. Everyone is wanting to enjoy the festivities, catch up with loved ones and get merry! Is your guest bedroom cosy, inviting and ready to wow your guests? Maybe you feel that yours needs a few tweaks to get it up to scratch.
Get Your Home Ready For Christmas
The festive season is upon us and that means getting your home ready for Christmas. In short, you will be Christmas shopping, planning social events and having family over for all of the festivities. But is your house up to hosting standards? With this handy guide, you will be ready in no time!
Everything About Sage Green
In the chaotic world that we live in and everything that has unravelled in 2020, it is no wonder that everyone is raving mad about the beautiful sage green aesthetic. But if you are wondering, what is sage green color? The color green itself has many properties that attribute it to be a natural, contented and harmonious shade.
How to Organise Your Home
Do you feel as though you could do with an extra helping hand? Surrounded by piles of washing and need to buy something to fill the fridge? Five days late on your electricity bill and cannot remember where you left that letter? We have all been there! We all have busy lives and lists of responsibilities longer than our arm.
Create A Cosy Night In At Home
We all need that deserved ‘me time’ or a chance to unwind and relax with. All too often we forget to pause, breathe and recharge. Within the comfort of our own homes, we can do this by using a few simple steps and items. So whether you have got a cosy night with yourself or a partner in mind, you are in for a relaxing evening.
The Guide To Moving House
You’re moving into your new home! However, in all the excitement and chaos it can be very easy to forget important essentials or find yourself rummaging through boxes. As a result, here is a quick and easy guide for moving house to remember the essentials and to make your move as simple and easy as possible.