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Bring color , warmth and coziness into your home during the depths of winter with tips from Swedish design maven Pernilla Bergquist .
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A renovated home seamlessly blends 1883 style with modern sensibilities . By Dana Laverty Photography by Angel Tucker
A Providence designer finds work-life balance in a once-condemned industrial building .
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Bring the Outside In They don ’ t just look good : Many studies have proven that indoor plants keep their caretakers healthier and happier by reducing stress , boosting productivity and creativity , and even helping to cleanse the surrounding air through oxygen production and toxin absorption . Stop by Wildwood Nursery and Garden Center in East Greenwich or Jordan ’ s Jungle in Pawtucket to pick up a little green friend .
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Light It Right The right lighting can completely transform a space , so know what you ’ re working with . Your primary lighting , i . e . the first light you turn on when you walk into a room , is the primary source of light and provides overall brightness for the space . Meanwhile , accent lighting creates an inviting ambience while brightening dark corners . It can also be used to highlight artwork or architectural features . For consistency , use lightbulbs with the same color temperature throughout .
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Go for White White dishware is not only timeless , but it can also be used for every season — just swap out your linens every few months for different looks ! We recommend checking out Stock Culinary Goods in Providence or Wickford Gourmet Factory Outlet in North Kingstown for your bright whites .
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