Do you dream of a kitchen island? A bonus stretch of cabinets and counters, perhaps with a sink, to serve as a prep area, workhorse, […]
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Classic Color Combo: Citrus Splash
In these long, hot, sticky dog days of summer, we can all use a cooldown… even our houses! Turn your home into a cool, refreshing […]
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Is It a Bathroom… or a Portal?
If you were that kid who dreamed of a secret passageway, a portal – perhaps to Narnia or the Ministry of Magic or your favorite […]
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Innovative Uses for Your Backyard Shed
Ah, the backyard shed. It’s a necessity, but not a beauty; a place for lawn equipment and bicycles and whatever else doesn’t fit in your […]
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Color of the Month: Decorating with Sky Blue
Yes, of course the sky is constantly changing color, but “sky blue” – when defined – is a soft, fresh, tranquil shade. Sky blue is […]
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5 Crucial Elements of Victorian Style
Minimalist. Sleek. Bright and airy. All the hallmarks of modern style. Not a fan? Victorian style is the perfect antidote, the complete antithesis of modern decor. […]
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The Wheres & Whys of Built-In Furniture
If you’re building a house, remodeling your existing house, or refurnishing, you may be considering built-in furniture. Naturally, you’ll have a lot of questions: why […]
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Classic Color Combo: Red, White, and Blue
In honor of Independence Day, we’re celebrating – what else? – the iconic American flag. The bold combination of red (which stands for hardiness and valor), […]
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Creative Uses for an Awkward Alcove
There’s one in every home – even custom-built McMansions. An odd corner, a useless landing, an impractical niche, a weird loft… they all fall under the […]
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Fun & Functional: an Ottoman for Every Space
The ottoman. It’s practically one of the seven wonders of versatile decor, and for good reason: they provide extra space in an unobtrusive and simultaneously attractive […]
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