(This will sound odd). I need decorating ideas. Also remodeling/upgrading tips.

[68 Stepside]

Hey all,

As some of you are probably aware, I purchased a home late last year. I moved in on 24 Sep 2009, and have not touched the decor at all. I bought the house from an eccentric gal who's in her mid 90s. Everything is white and gold, and every wall is papered, excepting the addition, which is paneled. Almost forgot to mention the wall-to-wall white carpet too. My house borders on mid-modern design, lots of glass, large windows. I'd like to go somewhat modern as I upgrade, which leads into my question.

Where should I start for decorating ideas? Ikea? Are there any decent sites out there that might be able to help get me started? There's a lot of house here and I guess I just don't know where to start .
I've been considering pulling the wallpaper off for starters, any tips and tricks on that?

Thanks for any links or other info.