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Visualize your Choices

For most people, it’s hard to take samples of wood, carpeting, stone and paint and truly imagine what a room will look like when it’s done. Understanding that challenge, at O’Krent’s we’ve put together a virtual room designer that does the imagining for you. To begin, choose a room that compares best to whichever room [...]
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Do You Have an Inviting Place to Play?

When the weather outside is cold, it’s nice to have some space that works well for children to play games and entertain each other. A family room can provide enough area for large projects, while still feeling cozy enough for simple card or board games. This room is designed with style and taste. The fireplace [...]
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How I Live – Home Quiz

When you begin dreaming about a new home, or upgrading your existing abode it’s so easy to visualize what the finished project will look like. You know exactly what color scheme you like, the light fixtures you want and the perfect area rug to finish up a room. What may seem perfect in your mind, [...]
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Choices to be Made

As this woman thinks about what she wants to do to finish decorating this room, let’s consider her options. She’s off to a good start with the wood floors. The variations in wood tones from medium to light brown add interest and personality. Her choice of sofa and loveseat in simple lines with cotton duck [...]
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International Room Works

An inviting room combines simple elements with more complex features. This space takes advantage of the owner’s love of travel to showcase a number of pieces brought back home over the years. Let’s take a look at why this room works so well. When you have a standard room and add international pieces, it can [...]
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Five Questions to Ask Yourself when Replacing a Floor

Do you have a room in your home that needs new flooring? The process can be challenging, but taking the time to look at a few issues before you start shopping will help you focus your needs and goals. Let’s consider some questions that will help you define your flooring needs. 1)    What is [...]
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Careful Use of Color

What is the first thing you notice about this room? White, white, white! Using white as the primary color in this room is a daring choice, but it actually makes sense when you look at the architectural details. The centered fireplace and flat-screen television above it make a strong focal point. Black and white work [...]
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Impression Rugs by Momeni

Do you have a new style or décor that you want to incorporate into your room? Or are you planning to change the theme of your room, but you don’t want to spend a ton in the process? The answer to changing up your decor and staying within budget lies in finding the right area [...]
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Area Rug Pulls Room Together

When you’re ready to choose an area rug, there are a number of factors to consider. Let’s take a look at how this rug works in this living room. With the beautiful wood floor there was no rush to select a rug. The room’s fireplace serves as a strong focal point and the furniture combines [...]
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It’s Not Just for Floors Anymore

This guy has the wrong idea. Tile and stone aren’t just for floors. This tile wall, for example, adds drama and interest to an otherwise featureless space. This look would be extremely effective just outside the front door of a contemporary home. Take a look at your entryway. Would a wall of stone or tile [...]
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