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With men and women sharing the decorating duties, compromise is keyBy Melissa Rayworth (CP) – Jan 25, 2010
Some tips to keep in mind:
TALK FIRST, BUY LATER
Bromstad suggests that couples approach a joint decorating project by going together to favourite "bars, restaurants, hotel lobbies, anywhere the atmosphere appeals to you." Really look around, he says, and discuss what works and how you might replicate aspects of it in your home. Also, leaf through magazines, tearing out pages and making a collage of what you both like.
LOOK TO YOUR SHARED EXPERIENCES find common ground decorating with items that evoke their shared travels.
FIND A PALETTE YOU BOTH CAN LIVE WITH
Shades of grey and green are gender neutral, and couples often agree on them, says Flynn
MAKE THE MOST OF DISAGREEMENTS
Mixing and matching sometimes creates the best result.
"If he wants to use a pair of masculine, leather club chairs," says Flynn, "let her choose a pink throw pillow. It's still a man's chair, but you're bringing in that little ounce of femininity."
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