A painted staircase "runner" can bring bold color to a small space. Try a shade that links the upstairs and downstairs, or consider a combination of tones packing a visual punch, such as these stripes. (On a practical front, dark hues will cover any dings.)

A length of wallpaper is all it takes to turn a plain roller shade into a work of art -- complete with its own frame. Showcase a very special piece, a favorite vintage paper, or a remnant.

Adding an extra something to a room doesn't have to mean swapping out furniture or buying additional pillows. These store-bought linens were customized using an updated couching technique (which traditionally involves hand-stitching).

These sepia landscapes are framed by a decorative trim that sticks to surfaces when gently heated. The images and trim are arranged on freestanding panels that were painted to match the walls and then mounted when the artwork was complete.

Adding a punch doesn't have to be high drama. These dip-dyed shades pick up the rug's stripe and bring a cohesive feel to the room without overpowering it. The two give the space a soft, serene look.

If you love having family photographs surround you, why not incorporate them into your home decor? These throw pillows commemorate family trips through a photo tinting process.

If you love orange but feel an entire room would be too bright, add it in a small, controlled way, such as this doorway.

Often outdoor patios and porches are the last spaces to be considered. But they can be the best places to explore bright color and pattern because of their openness and natural setting. An arrangement of hydrangeas brings out the colors in a piece of French ticking that covers a table on the loggia.

Using found objects in new ways instantly adds character and endless conversation-starters to a space. In this California home, an antique bathtub from the Santa Monica Airport flea market is filled with orchids.

Remnants of four graphic fabrics add drama when placed in metal frames and hung in a grid. When choosing fabrics, stick to bold, overscale patterns, since small florals will lose presence when viewed from afar.