It goes without saying that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for you AND your home. Whether you love to throw holiday parties that are large and elaborate or intimate and special, preparing your home to handle the hustle and bustle that comes with holiday entertaining is essential. While every area of your house...
Don't let the lights go out on your beautiful home this holiday season! As Daylight Savings Time inevitably comes to an end and the days get shorter, chances are you'll feel the energy drain in your living space without a touch of man-made illumination. Because of this, it's important to find ways to create more light in your home to...
Do you know where your children are? If you create a welcoming space filled with comfortable pieces from Star Furniture for your kids and their friends, the answer will usually be "at home." Whether you've always dreamed of having a home that's a lively center for community or you're looking to balance safety and independence for your older children and...
Darwin theorized that for a species to withstand the test of time, it must be able to adapt to its surroundings, holding onto its strongest qualities while evolving when necessary. At Star Furniture, our experts are happy to report that the same can be said for furniture. There's no denying that many home decor trends come and go, but the...
To match or not to match, that is the question. Picture it: You've decided to bite the bullet and invest in new bedroom furniture. Congrats! Designing a space that's tailored to your unique taste and preferences is exciting. Once you begin the shopping process, browsing online and visiting local stores, you'll see lots of options. One of the first decisions...
Today's homeowners love open floor plans. After all, what's not to love about living spaces that feel expansive, bright, and inviting? Open-floor concepts are an ever-growing trend that combine two or more normally independent rooms to create one large space. In most cases, open-floor plan spaces will meld together the living room and kitchen, dining room and living room, or...
There's something about experiencing a new beginning that makes anything feel possible. Whether it be the start of a new career, the changing of seasons, or moving to a new city, embracing the transitions of life can be both exciting and gratifying. Just as people, places, and stages of life are ever-evolving, your home shouldn't stay stagnant either. Home should...
Gathering around the dining room table with the people you love most on Thanksgiving is one of the highlights of the holiday season. Of course, anyone who has hosted Thanksgiving in their home knows that these special memories don't happen by accident; they're thoughtfully planned out ahead of time. Taking the time to think about how you'd like the holidays...
Not all pieces of furniture are created equally. Some will get significantly more attention and use than others, such as your sofa. Because sofas are a staple furnishing in any home and will likely be used every day year after year, it's worth taking your time when shopping for a new one. If you're ready to buy a new piece...
The nest may be empty but the dream's not gone! When the kids have all moved out on their own, it's time to think about how to revamp your home as you transition into a new phase of life. Luckily, the idea of the "dream house" that we all crave isn't a fixed one. It's ever-changing and evolving as our...
