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Italians

See more fun facts about Italy in our Potpourri section Italian brunette Colorful, rich, bold, romantic; Italy is all this and more. Historically rich, Italy is a cornerstone of today’s western culture. Agriculturally rich, the Italian countryside is a prolific producer of fruit, vegetables, and livestock. Culturally rich, Italy has […]

Italian Cars

Monza: The Cathedral of Speed

A Legendary Racetrack Monza racetrack Monza is home to Formula One’s Italian Grand Prix. Not only is this circuit one of the oldest in the world, it is the fastest. Teams run as fast as possible on this permanent road course built in 1922 in Italy. Located outside of Monza, […]

Italian Cars

Racing Car History

Italian Car Racing A Proud History Mikael Schumacher, most succesfull Ferrari driver ever Italian Racing’s heritage and history can be found dating back all the way from the beginnings of motor racing, back during the turn of the 20th century, when Fiat was an emerging company. Italy was not truly […]

Decorating

Updating Monochromatic Decor but Keeping the Effect

Monochromatic Color Schemes Color, and lots of it, is in, and the popularity of monochromatic color schemes is fading fast. However, if you love the understated elegance and soothing feel of your monochromatic decor there are some things you can do to update it without losing the overall effect. First, […]

Decorating

Use Color Theory To Enlarge Your Living Space

Color Theory and its Benefits in Interior Design Sir Isaac Newton developed the first circular diagram of colors in 1666. Since then, scientists and artists have studied modern color theory, amassing a vast collection of rules and formulas. So, what do those rules and formulas have to do with making […]

Decorating

Interior Decorating Using Rooster Decor

A Classic Trait of Italian Homes The rooster is the bird to use in your home decorating these days. Whether you are an animal lover, a country girl or just like to keep up on all of the trends, you can add some “country charm” to your home by using […]

Decorating

Tuscan decorating on a Dime

Are you looking to bring a bit of Italian Tuscan countryside into your home but don’t think you have the budget for it? With the central themes of Tuscan decor being food and nature this is one of the most popular and easiest styles to replicate and with a little […]

Decorating

Tuscan Decor I

Tuscan Colors The Tuscan region along the Mediterranean coast of Italy has become synonymous with style because of its wonderful colors and textures. If you are looking to bring a touch of the Tuscan countryside into your home try following these simple guidelines.   Tuscan Villas in Italy     […]

Decorating

Tuscan Decor III

Italian Decorative Accessories: Tuscany Although Tuscany occupies a large geographic area in Italy with many different environments, and although it comprises a wide range of housing solutions (ranging from simple farmhouses to magnificent castles and luxurious country manors), there are certain underlying themes and decorating solutions that are generally recognized […]

Decorating

Tuscan Decor II

Interior decorating in the Tuscan style Tuscany is one of the largest regions in Italy, and over this large geographic extension there are many types of interior decoration, ranging from the magnificent interiors of the palazzi or castles of Florence or Siena, to the majestic decorations of manors of the […]