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Whether for your bedroom, living room or bathroom, curtains and blinds can offer just as much to the design of a room as the furniture. Curtains can add instant cosiness or grandeur. Blinds use a fraction of the fabric needed for curtains, but the variety of styles and textiles available means they don't have to fall short on impact, give your windows some love!

Centre stage
This 'Deniz' linen/cotton, combining the curtains with a roman blind in a small pattern creates a decorated look, but the simple shapes stop it looking fussy.

Elevated style
These Italian strung curtains, in the bedroom, have a goblet-pleated header design. They are fixed in position at the top and then drawn up and down using a cord. The look is quite traditional and very pretty.

Gather together
The soft gathered pelmet and thick jacquard curtains in this bedroom are perfect for a country bedroom. When rooms are not especially high, it looks good if the pelmet goes right up to the ceiling, as seen here.

Plain sailing
Patterned walls with duck-egg blue interlined linen curtains with triple pleat headings, hung from a simple white pole. If you are undecided about the amount of fabric falling on the floor, try slightly 'baggy trousers' as shown.

Back in fashion
Some rooms require a relaxed edge and these provide that softness, a simple linen print that looks charming and not at all like a Viennetta.

Bold Orange & White Wool Curtain
Reminiscent of the artist Matisse's paper cuts - has been applied to a pale wool curtain.

House&Garden.

Decorate your home for Thanksgiving with this ideas and have a delightful day.

Creative candleholders
Use repurposed candleholders for easy fall displays of small pumpkins and gourds. Look for candleholders in varying heights at a garage sale or antiques store, then spray-paint black for a unified look.

Harvest mantel
The focal point of this harvest-inspired mantel is a collection of inexpensive melamine plates attached to the wall with easy-to-use adhesive disc hangers. Casually arrange an assortment of pumpkins and gourds between two bundles of dried wheat on the mantel. Include a blackboard or two where you can write an inspirational quote or even your Thanksgiving menu!

Hues of autumn
Footed glass containers show off ribbons, beans and nuts in fall hues. The copper tray adds shiny sophistication and makes the arrangement portable.

Nut votive
Place these pretty votives on your Thanksgiving dining table, mantel or coffee table. Just gather unshelled nuts and layer in a glass cup around a small candle. Save a few nuts to scatter near your display.

Natural display
A pumpkin "basket" makes an imaginative centerpiece for a fall table.
Hollow out the pumpkin, then place a block of wet floral foam inside. Position a pillar candle in the foam and surround with fall blooms and berries to complete this DIY fall decoration.

Nature's artistry wreath
Embellish a square store-bought magnolia wreath with color-coordinated real and faux materials, including twigs, seedpods, nuts, berries, wheat and leaves.

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Your backyard doesn't expire by summer's end. Use these decorating ideas to transition your porch, patio or backyard for autumn.

Outdoor Daybed
Snuggling up on an outdoor swing looks like an all-weather activity when it's positioned in a snug alcove. Improvised this divan using rope, metal rings and wood.

Hanging Lanterns
That's no small stove. A house heats the entire loggia with a massive limestone fireplace. Curling up on one of the sectional sofas sounds extra relaxing under the glow of overhead lanterns.

Hooded Chair
The cushioned sofa and chaise lounge look comfy, but the star of this open-air living room is the antique Porter's chair. The canopied nook provides the perfect outdoor reading spot, and the best seat at the dining table.

Cozy Fireplace
Extend the season of alfresco dining with a freestanding chimney. Plus, summer's end means no pesky bugs.

Curtained Cabana
Pull back the thick drapes during the day or turn on the paper lanterns at night. Either way, this California pagoda looks perfectly dreamy.

We have always believed that size is indeed relative, and what might be a lavish, generous home for some might seem like a modest, mundane affair to others. A backyard swimming pool is not too different in this regard, as those who actually do not have one often crave at least a small pool that allows them to cool off on a hot summer day. Adding a petite pool to your small backyard need not be a challenging and complex affair, and the result will often leave you amazed, as you will discover a brand new hangout just a few steps away from your living room!

Shape a stunning backyard with the ideal small pool

Small pool garden charms with its trendy, contemporary style

A tiny pool in the small urban backyard is all you need
to beat the summer heat

Water features elevate the aesthetic appeal of the gorgeous pool

A modest pool design for the small yard

There are walk-ins and then there are these beauties that redefine what it means to own a luxury closet. The only problem? You'll be left full of envy after taking a peek at these rooms, which feature museum-quality shoe storage and a few chandeliers (because, why not?).

Bright Skylight

The skylight in the closet provides natural light, making it easier

(and more enjoyable!) to pick out an outfit in the morning.

Shoe Storage

A dedicated space for it, which represents the height of luxury (we agree!).

High-End Doors

The mirrored panels and hardware in this closet were inspired by the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris. and the cozy furniture and chandelier are just the cherry on top.

Boutique Touches
When it comes to boutique design, less is certainly more as seen in this closet. That way, you can actually see what you own.

Black and White

Even the most cramped closets can get a boost from wallpaper (or paint).Focusing on one wall to not overwhelm the rest of the space.

Dressing Space

Channel the glamorous feel of a changing room by bringing in a tufted bench or ottoman to your bedroom to create a lovely dressing space.

You may not be blessed with a huge outdoor space but that's not to say you can't be creative with what you do have. With a little design know-how even the smallest back lawn, the most petite of patios or the tiniest of balconies can become an enjoyable place in which to spend time. Trick the eye with a colour scheme or clever use of lighting, make a feature of foliage, or simply adorn the small space with inviting accessories. Look no further, we have all the small garden ideas you need.

Lighting is the simplest way to create mood in a garden. A few hurricane lanterns or tea lights hung from a tree can add instant romance to a summer's evening.

Wooden decking and box hedges are an instant winner when it comes to smartening a small space. Add a chic café table and chairs and we couldn't imagine a lovelier spot for breakfast.

An arbour of roses to separate the patio and lawn.

An abundantly green and wonderfully lush garden, complete with a beautiful fig tree. Think big, people.

An inset seating niche in the formal courtyard garden at the front of the house.

Investing in Real Estate is one of the most beneficial and common types of investments. Whether you are buying to live in, rent or sell for a profit, here at Uptown Real Estate Group we are ready to assist and counsel you in all your investment decisions.

You might ask yourselves: What can property offer potential investors? With property, there are two main potential ways to make a profit: rent, where you can earn an income by letting out your property to tenants; or selling for a profit, which is when you buy a property and later sell it at a higher price.

Of course, property investing has some risks. Property prices and demands for rentals can go up or down and that is why direct and indirect property investments are for the long term. If you are willing to wait, you can ride out the losses if the market slows down and earn profits again when times are better. If your case is being over-invested in property, you should diversify your portfolio by holding different kinds of investments.

No matter how you look at it, even if you take into account the risks, real estate investment is still one of the best ways to make your money grow and maximize your income earning potential.

Houston is a thriving city with amazing real estate investment opportunities; give us a call for a complete consultation on the best options for you today.

Are you Aware How Much Real Estate Photos Matter?

We know you know that no one will pay a >$2,500 a month rent to live in an out-of-focus, overexposed and poorly set up house or apartment. Good photography can make or break a sale, after 8 months of being stuck on the market, the house got re-photographed and it sold in just 8 days.

When looking to buy or rent online searchers encounter, more than often, the most awful pictures on property listings. And whether you’re the one trying to find a place or listing it, the experience is usually very discouraging.

Professional Interiors Photographer based in Orlando Harry Lim, has some experience in this matter and knows exactly how to make the difference. He recently posted a story on his blog on how better property photography goes a long way.

Check out the before and after pictures and see for yourself. If you need any assistance, feel free to give us a call!

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