A chair that complements the sofa (or other existing furniture) in a room. Otherwise known as a lounge chair!

A substance used for bonding tiles to surfaces.

A recessed part of a room—perfect for placing shelves and styling cozy corners!

An item that has existed for 100 or more years (and some of our favorite pieces to source for).

Lighting that highlights the architecture and design within a space through electric and natural light.

This design style is characterized by bold colors, ornate elements, bold geometry, and lavish detail work. Also known as Arts Décoratifs!

Material that’s used as a base over which a tile is installed. Aka, backerboard.

A panel of tile behind a sink or stove that protects the wall from water and liquid splashes (while looking really good, too).

A series of vertical supports, typically consisting of balusters or spindles, topped by a handrail.

A seat or bench (either freestanding or built-in) designed to fit into a space, typically running along a wall.

Millwork that connects the area where the floor meets the wall.

Detailed pieces that rest on top of the baseboard. Think: cap, aka hat!

A thin strip of molding that lines the bottom of the baseboard.

A floor trim that goes between the wall and floor. Aka, skirting board.

Architectural element made out of thin vertical strips, topped off with a piece of horizontal molding.

A frame (or platform) that a bed rests on, typically paired with a headboard for optimal lounging and catching zzz's.

A long seat, best suited for several people to sit on (the more the merrier!).

A term used to describe any piece of furniture made by one artisan from beginning to end—not necessarily on a bench, but that's the origin of the term.

A style of wall treatment or siding featuring alternating wide vertical boards and narrow strips called battens.

A design style that captures the carefree and adventurous spirit inside of us all.

Cylindrical-shaped pillows that are often found on sofas, beds, or wherever else you feel like lounging.

A thick, often “heavy” textile containing nubby, looped fabric to create texture.

A tile pattern where a row is offset for half of its length (not an actual broken joint).

A trim tile with a finished edge.

Furniture made of hard materials, such as wood, metal, glass or plastic.

Waterproof filler used to seal joints and make tile joints watertight.

A cement panel reinforced with fiberglass that's used as a substrate for tile installation.

A wall molding installed about three feet above (and parallel to) your floor.

An upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that is long enough to prop one's legs up on (preferably while reading your favorite book). Also known as a daybed.

A light fixture that hangs from the ceiling, usually with multiple light bulbs as part of the fixture.

This design style's philosophy is mixing classic design with a comfortable and relaxed feeling of seaside life.

The measurement of resistance to friction, aka how slip resistant a tile is.

A low table designed to be placed in the center of a sitting area for convenient support of beverages (ahem: coffee!) and other decorative items.

A ceiling design adorned with a grid-like pattern of recessed panels or beams.

A long table, usually found in offices (spoiler alert: to hold conferences), that’s supported by one center base of four or more legs.

A wide table, often placed against a wall or behind a sofa, for storage and displaying decor.

A free spirited design style that isn’t tied to a specific time period and evolves with whatever is happening at the time (though it usually borrows from modern design).

A raised seat that is typically placed at a bar, behind a kitchen counter, or at high tables. Also known as a barstool!

A trim tile having a convex radius with a flat landing on the bottom edge.

A sideboard used to display dinnerware storage (or whatever else you want!) in or around the dining room.

A decorative trim or molding that is installed along the top edge of interior walls where they meet the ceiling.

The time that a tile setting material must be undisturbed and allowed to set. Also, a rock band!

A heavy reversible fabric featuring a (rather luxe) woven pattern that's distinguished from the contrasting pop against the background fabric. Also a common printed wallpaper pattern.

Encompasses all traditional lighting (pendants, floor lamps, chandeliers, etc).

A semi-circular (like a half-moon) shaped console table.

A seat designed to be used at a dining table during meals (but often also found elsewhere in the home or office).

The functional (and decorative) molding used to frame your doors.

Quite literally like the definition of the word itself, this design style combines various textures, time-periods, styles, trends, and colors to create the full look.

A two-dimensional drawing of a wall (or series of walls) with varying degrees of detail.

A two-part adhesive system consisting of epoxy resin and epoxy hardener.

Used to fill joints between tiles.

A super fancy sounding word for “a freestanding shelving unit.”

The face of a building, especially the front that includes the primary entrance.

A simple wood table that incorporates a rustic finish, usually for dining (though not always on a farm). Also known as a harvest table!

The primary tile used to cover a wall or floor.

Decorative caps at the top of a table or floor lamp. Finials come in all shapes, colors, and sizes.

A diagram depicting a bird’s eye view of a space, often with dimensions and furniture notes.

A table that is designed specifically for gaming—the OG kind of games like chess, cards or backgammon.

A mortar used to fill the joints between tiles. Your best friend when tiling!

The actual color you’re referring to (e.g., blue). 

A wall found on the inside of a house (duh) designed either to bear structural weight or divide sections of a space. Paint 'em, hang stuff on 'em, and have some fun!

A woven, highly textured fabric whose design is incorporated into the weave rather than being stamped or printed on the material.

A flat-woven tapestry rug or fabric, typically hung on a wall or placed on the floor (you decide). We don't make the rules!!

A tile finish, also known as semi-polished.

A decorative border, primarily for walls.

A small sofa built for two people (who may or may not be in love).

A decorative framework around a fireplace that often protrudes out to create a ledge.

A wall tile adhesive used to bond tile to wall substrates.

Originated in the 1940s (and is still alive and well today!), this design style is all about keeping things functional and timeless.

A design style that emulates Joanna Gaines but with a very modern and elevated twist.

A visual representation or a collage board to help communicate your design idea.

A slang term referring to thick-bed mortar consisting of sand and cement.

Decorative trim or molding installed on walls to create framed or paneled sections.

A single light fixture that hangs from the ceiling with a chain, rod, or cord.

An understanding of the scale of specific elements within the same room or object.

Popular in boho designs, this is a type of palm with long and tough stems that is used in wickerwork.

A realistic representation of a design, usually in the form of a 2D or 3D model, created with a design software… like Spoak!

A fabric window covering that folds horizontally when draped open or shut (not just made for the Romans).

A floor covering made of a thick, woven material that will protect your floors—and make your space look really good, too!

This design style takes a lot of inspiration from the outdoors, and generally appears to be a combo of both industrial and modern farmhouse styles.

A floor tile trim with a rounded finished top like a bullnose to cove up the body of the tile.

The intensity of a color.

The size of one object in relation to another (and how well your pieces fit to your space in general).

A type of light fixture that is mounted to a wall, often at eye level.

Helps prevent the absorption of liquids and debris. Aka, tile protector!

A type of sofa that consists of two or more joined sections for sitting (or sleeping... zzzzzzz...).

A long, upholstered seat with back and arms designed to fit more than one person.

When black is added to a hue or mixture of colors.

A type of wooden siding or wall paneling where long, horizontally overlapping boards fit together with a slight gap between them.

Like the name suggests, side tables are placed beside a piece of furniture for easy access for things you frequently use.

A long, upholstered seat usually with arms and a back, and probably the comfiest piece of furniture in your living room.

Cross-shaped plastic pieces used to evenly separate tile during install.

A seat without a back or arms, usually resting on a single pedestal or three or four legs.

A light texture that sits on a flat surface (like a ceiling). Also known as a flush mount light!

A chair whose seat is able to be turned by the base to face any direction.

A highly decorative woven fabric often hung on a wall without a frame.

An adhesive used to attach tiles to a substrate, aka adhesive.

Any hue or mixture of colors where white is added.

When grey is added to a hue or mixture of colors.

A joining method where two pieces of wood or other materials have interlocking edges.