Modern Apartment

This colorful apartment designed by L. Weatherbee is bright, modern and cozy. I love the turquoise and brown rug that provided the inspiration for the accent wall color in the entry and dining room. -L. Weatherbee Design Studio

Playful Combinations

Designer Thomas Britt combined comfort and exoticism when he redesigned this gorgeous Greenwich Village apartment that was featured in Architectural Digest. That kitchen is an absolute dream! -Architectural Digest via Mrs Blandings

Tranquil and Healthy Retreat

Every possible detail of the EcoManor is either sustainable or recycled. Benjamin Moore's EcoSpec Low-VOC paint (Bird's Egg 2051-60) and all natural fabrics make the master bedroom a healthy and tranquil retreat. Paintings are by renowned artist Thomas Swanston. -EcoManor

Cool, Sophisticated Bedroom

The Master Bedroom is a study in cool, sophisticated glamour. Crisp whites combined with robin's egg blue and chocolate brown provide a an atmosphere of calm. Jonathan Adler headboard and benches are from Hazelnut and the bed linens are from Leontine Linens. The graphic brown and blue rug by Angela Adams gives the room its edge. -From Bayou Contessa

Contemporary Living

Design a room that's perfect for relaxing and entertaining guests. In this room, a contemporary blue armchair from The Conran Shop and a brown leather sofa are grouped around a coffee table to make a welcoming, stylish seating area. The TV is hidden in a wooden cabinet. Blue patterned walls, curtains and a print over the fireplace all complement the centrepiece chair. Invest in a pouffe as extra seating and opt for laminate flooring which is easy to clean.

Art-Inspired Living Room

To achieve a look like this gorgeous brown and turquoise living room, take a favorite picture as inspiration, then achieve a cohesive effect with a few pieces in a similar color. Add some surprises to stop the look becoming too contrived.