From dinners and parties to family traditions around the fireplace, the holidays are truly all about the home. However, hosting these gatherings can be stressful, especially if certain rooms are in need of redecoration or repair.Thankfully, the interior design experts at Wallauer's Design Center shared their tips on how to make your home shine this holiday season, without breaking the ...

The arrival of fall, with its briskness and ever-changing foliage, means it's time to make homes both cozy and festive. Not sure how to bring nature's colors indoors? Wallauer’s Design Center shared their tips on how to decorate any home in seasonal splendor below:Relax in StyleFor those seeking a simple upgrade, decorative custom pillows are the perfect fall touch. By selecting your ...

Sprucing up a house shouldn't require significant money or time commitment. Whether done in a classic color or upgraded to a punchier hue, a freshly painted front door can greatly enhance any home’s curb appeal, often for far less money than alternative renovations."Changing the color of your front door can change the whole look of your home," said Kim Scappaticci, design ...

When redecorating a room, new blinds and shutters offer a quick and affordable way to transform a space and create a one-of-a-kind feel. From light filtering blinds to blackout shades, each window treatment offers a variety of aesthetic and practical benefits."Because every room has its own purpose and scale, the selection process is important," said Kimberly Scappaticci, the ...

For those selling a house, spring can be an incredibly hectic time. Winter is often tough on property, as plows can turn driveways and yards into craters, salt eats away at exposed metal and the constant moisture and cold wreak havoc on pipes and siding. However, prepping your home to sell this spring need not be a full-time job.Simple steps go a long way toward increasing curb appeal, ...

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Spring is the perfect time of year to give a worn space a fresh look with a new paint job. "Walking into a new colored, freshly painted room is like opening the windows on the first warm spring day," said Kim Scappaticci, design director at Wallauer’s Design Center. "It's enlightening and a new beginning."And while selecting the right ...

Although dark rooms can feel cozy and inviting, especially during the cold days of winter, as temperatures slowly warm and days get longer, light-lacking rooms can take on a constricting feel. Thankfully, Wallauer's Design Center is helping homeowners turn otherwise dark, drab rooms into bright, cheery living areas with these simple tips."White is the perfect canvas for any ...

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. - Knowing what color to paint a room can be challenging. Dark colors add coziness, while light colors open up space. However, the spectrum in between can lead to confusion and matching difficulty. That's why the paint experts at Benjamin Moore unveil  their pick for the 'Color of the Year', annually. This year's winner, "Shadow" is mix of rich purple ...

WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Who says a house's ceilings have to be boring? While most homeowners opt for the traditional white finish, adding a splash of color to a ceiling can bring a unique touch to any room. "Decorators use the ceiling as a fifth wall to create dramatic, sophisticated and fun environments that are unique and different form ordinary white ceilings," said Kim ...

WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- As more and more homes adopt smart technology and merge family lifestyle with the latest innovations, it’s no surprise that manual features for shades and blinds are being updated with the same advances. Thanks to PowerView Motorization by Hunter Douglas, available at Wallauer's Design Center, homeowners can create a relaxing environment for all family members with ...