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One Change To Make In Each Room To Make Your Life Better In 2025
Bedroom Magic
The bright and airy bedrooms at The Enclave at Crossroads Apartment Homes in Raleigh are just brimming with design potential! One way to maximize the natural light from their windows is with a large mirror to reflect that gorgeous North Carolina sunshine and get your day off to a pleasant start. Like magic, it will make the already spacious rooms seem even larger!
The *Idea Specialists™* love the idea of leaning an oversized arched mirror against a wall (no nail holes!!). From ornate to Midcentury Modern the styles abound, but you really can’t go wrong with classic black (available from Amazon).
Bathroom Beautiful
Tired of reaching for your toothpaste only to knock over your deodorant and lotion because your bathroom vanity has gotten so cluttered? It’s easy to get organized and beautify your surroundings with all of the container options available now, especially if you follow some of the tips in this House Beautiful piece!
Some faves:
- Don’t double up! Buy cleaning supplies when you need them, instead of stockpiling.
- And keep them in a convenient caddy!
- Declutter once a season. Do you really wear the same lipstick in June that you do in November? No. So store stuff accordingly.
- And speaking of lipstick, check out this groovy rotating cosmetics display case!
Kitchen Confidential
You can instantly liven up your space, add warmth, and protect the floors in your kitchen by adding a colorful or patterned area rug or runner. The great thing about this change is that it’s almost the ultimate in temporary decoration—you can rotate rugs with the seasons without spending very much money so your culinary space stays fresh. (Like your vegetables, we hope!)
Ruggable has unbeatable selections, easy-to-swap styles, and—best of all—their products are machine-washable! Good Housekeeping has everything you need to know before you buy in this post.
Den Delights
When it comes to choosing lamps for your den, the options can seem endless. Before you make a decision, think about how you’re using the various spaces in the room. Do you need task lighting for an area you’ve dedicated as a work space? A table lamp by the couch for reading? Once you know, then consider your color and style options.
The Idea Specialists™ recently found this great combination floor lamp and end table. And, if you, too, are not a fan of visible cords, you can take your pick of colors with these affordable decorative covers.
The Idea Specialists™ recently discovered Furnish on Glenwood Avenue off I-40 East, an easy drive from The Enclave at Crossroads, and could spend just hours talking with their team about decorating options (including delightful lighting, of course!). Field trip time!
Balcony Bonus
One of the great things about living at The Enclave at Crossroads is the option of having a private patio or balcony. Whichever you choose, one easy way to bring color and comfort to the space is by adding greenery with potted plants, hanging planters, or even faux plants for a touch of nature. Artificial plant bonus: No worries about watering or changes in the weather! The Idea Specialists™ recently used a luxe combo of pots of trailing variegated String Of Hearts from Pottery Barn and traditional ferns by House of Silk Flowers (from Bed Bath & Beyond) to soften corners and enliven a balcony. For other ideas, check out great tips on selecting faux plants from The Spruce.
Community Calendar
Looking to get out and about to shake off the winter blues? The Raleigh-Cary area doesn’t ever disappoint. Check out these sites for all your options:
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* The Idea Specialists™ *
The Idea Specialists™ is a group of design and inspiration professionals with a focus on communications for the luxury apartment home industry, as well as custom lifestyle planning and more.