GDC Home Blog

Even simple updates can bring a sense of renewal, which is exactly what we all need this time of year. To refresh your home for spring, we’ve rounded up some quick swaps to create a bright, welcoming home.

Whether you’re looking to revamp your own home or just want to see what is new and exciting in the field of design, we’ve compiled this list to share some of our favorite places to find inspiration in the hopes that they will inspire you, too.

If you’re looking to add a dose of style, choosing a colorful sofa is the perfect way to do so without altering all your other decor. In this post, we’ll look at how to style a colorful sofa to make it stand out or blend in according to your personal tastes.

A reminder to look up, the ‘vertical decorating technique’ is the practice of using strategic design methods to make a space appear taller. Using furniture, draperies, mirrors, and other decor, you can draw the eye upward and create the illusion of height in any room. Particularly in small spaces, this technique can do wonders to make your home feel more grand.

Natural jute, sisal, and seagrass are the most popular, but there are plenty of other rugs made from bamboo, coir, cotton and wool that are also beautiful. Whether you prefer simple, solid natural rugs or a fun patterned natural fiber rug, you really can’t go wrong!

Style, warmth, texture – rugs are the ultimate accessory to lay the foundation of a room. Whether you start with your rug and build around it, or add it as a finishing touch, there is no denying the power of this quintessential home decor item.

Before springing for window treatments, it’s worth it to look into how the materials can effect the quality and durability of your curtains, drapes, shutters, blinds, and more. There are countless advantages of well-made window treatments – let’s explore some of them so that you can make a great decision for your home.

An open floor plan can also help to make a home feel brighter and more spacious, especially if the rooms are small to begin with. If you’re starting to decorate your open floor plan, we have some tips that will help create an inviting layout you’ll love.

Displaying a piece of your personality through both tomes and treasures, bookshelves are a staple of many homes across the world. Not only does a well-organized bookshelf give off an old-world, well-read charm, but it also adds significant flair to a living or bedroom. From color coordination to adding the right accessories, these tips will help you turn your bookshelf into a focal point of your home.

Your home is your sanctuary, a place where you can relax, entertain, and be productive. But sometimes, it can be hard to make the most out of your space. We often have at least one room at home that stays empty most of the time, be it the dining room, study, or workout room.

The perfect place to rest your feet after a long day, ottomans can also be used as a handy coffee table, a place to rest a drinks tray, or an extra seat when you have guests over. Getting creative with styling your ottomans can really pull together a room with unique touches that feel personal. Give these ideas a try with your ottoman at home and you’ll never see it as an average footstool again.

Heading over to a relatives for the holiday festivities? Don’t get caught without a thoughtful host gift! Bringing a special gift is a simple way of saying thank you for the efforts they are going to as the organizer to make your holidays a bit more magical. To give you some inspiration of what to bring, we’ve compiled five thoughtful host gift ideas that are sure to impress your friends and family and get you invited back in the future.