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Rooms by Definition

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I enjoy learning about home design and decor. Whenever I get a chance to share what I learn I try to pass it on. Not everyone has these rooms in their home. In fact some of these rooms need to be defined because the names can be confusing! Check the ...
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Foyer

Generally, a foyer is a small space located near the entrance of a home… Foyers are typically designed to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for guests… https://exprealty.com/guides/foyer/#:~:text=A%20well%2Ddesigned%20foyer%20incorporates,to%20...

 
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The first thing you and your guest see when the door to your home opens, might be the foyer (if you're lucky). Take a look at these gorgeous examples.
Foyer (pronounced foy-yay)
 
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Create a grand entrance and bring a dose of splendor to your foyer with these hexagonal shelves—smart and stylish storage for a clutter-free life! *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
Tribesigns 7-Tier Industrial Corner Shelf
 
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Take notice of that spot where you first step foot inside someone's home. I hope it's cozy, inviting and fabulous!
A New Way to Think About Foyers
 
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This white Foyer Accent Cabinet can make a nice statement for your grand entrance.
Claudette White and Gold Mixed Metal and Wood Foyer Accent Cabinet
 
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This Grand Foyer might be just a bit over the top!
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Add this gorgeous tile to the walls or floors of your foyer for a stunning first impression
Monroe Triangle Asian Statuary and Wooden Beige Marble Mosaic Tile
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I think you'll enjoy the vibes in this video. Reynard Lowell shows you how to revamp the entryway in an apartment to give it an upscale foyer look. Be sure to catch the tip for using black electrical tape!
Entry/Hallway Makeover | DIY IKEA Hacks + Rental-Friendly Hardware Upgrade
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A live palm plant will be perfectly at home in your foyer. It's tall but if it grows too wide, transplant it outdoors permanently.
Majesty Palm Live Indoor Outdoor Plant in 10 inch White Decor Pot
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Roll out the "red carpet" (so to speak) for your guests with this washable area rug. Make a great first impression as they enter the foyer and step into your humble abode.
Olive Hera Washable Area Rug
 
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Want your guests to remove their shoes before they enter your abode? Give them a cool cabinet to put those dusty shoes in, placed conveniently in your foyer.
Gisela 3-Door Shoe Cabinet
 
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Great addition to your Foyer! Just add plants or decorative pieces to set the mood as people come into your home.
5 Tier Corner Shelf/Bookshelf (White)

Alcove

Alcove “is a recess in the wall of a room or garden”. (Oxford)

 
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Sometimes they call it a nook but I think an alcove is much bigger than that! (additional image credit: Cipriani Charles designs https://ciprianicharlesdesigns.wordpress.com/2014/03/25/hidden-beauty-of-alcoves/ )
Alcoves
 
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Wall sconces like these, designed by Minka Lavery, provide excellent lighting for any alcove.
High Nutmeg Finish and Marble Glass Wall Sconce
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Alcoves are the perfect hide-aways for your coffee bar or wine cabinet
Wine Bar, Coffee Bar Cabinet with Glass Holder and Mesh Door
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If I had a pup I would love to create the perfect pet zone inside an alcove like this! It's almost like an indoor dog house 🐶
Turn your Alcove into a pet zone and more alcove ideas
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Juliet Balcony

Definition from Oxford: a very shallow balcony with a safety railing on an upper story of a building.

 
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Juliet balconies are often so small you can't even step outside onto them but they are such a cool way to safely let in fresh air!
What Is a Juliet Balcony? And Why They're Cooler Than You Think
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This dainty little balcony is really just for show! No room for lounging or dining, just pure decorative charm.
Top 6 Types of Balcony Structures
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I love the idea of putting potted plants outside to enhance the decoration.
Juliet Balcony Installation | Curb Appeal | HGTV
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This faux Banana Leaf Plant will fit perfectly on your Juliet Balcony
Banana Palm Tree
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Music Rooms

Game Rooms don't really need a definition but according to MW: a recreation room especially : one fitted out for the playing of table games merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game room#:~:text=noun,the playing of table games

 
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Pull back the curtain to reveal this gorgeous game room! I'm seeing nothing but red.
26 Glorious Game Room Ideas From the AD Archive
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This music studio has a very cool vibe. Love the sound panels and the light up plant stands.
"New chapter, new vibe, a sneak peek inside ✨🎵"
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Cultivate your musical talents by practicing everyday!
Checklist for an At-Home Music Room

Parlor

Parlor: a room in a private dwelling for the entertainment of guests (from MW)

 
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Traditionally parlors were a bit more formal than living rooms. You sat up straight in your chair, and read a book or had tea and crumpets with your pinkie in the air!
Room of the Day: Family Memories Fill a Casually Elegant Parlor
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Starting from the early 1800s, parlor rooms became a must-have status symbol in some American homes. They served as hubs for guests and families to gather hang out in the afternoons or evenings.
What Is a Parlor? Experts Explain Past and Present Design Styles
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En suite or Ensuite

According to Cambridge: used to describe a bathroom that is directly connected to a bedroom, or a bedroom that is connected to a bathroom dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/en-suite

 
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I have always wanted an ensuite, but as fate would have it, it's still on my bucket list! The good thing is I currently live alone so I still get to have the bathroom all to myself (unless I have company). Ensuites are typically super fancy and ofte...
8 Ensuite Floor Plans & Design Ideas with Dimensions | Architecture & Design
 
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These ensuite concepts are great but my "dream en suite" has a door! After all, it's actually a separate room right?
Master bedroom ideas with bath – 13 designs for a luxurious master suite
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Sophie Paterson has en suites connected to every bedroom in her home. The one she shares in this video has a very calm and serene vibe! Don't you agree?
MY LUXURY BATHROOM TOUR + BIGGEST DESIGN MISTAKES & SKINCARE ROUTINE | Behind the Design
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Is it your dream to have an ensuite with all the latest amenities too? Let's see what's trending in bathroom design to consider incorporating into your very our home spa 🛀🏽
Bathroom Trends 2024
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