By and large, laundry rooms come in two flavors: banished to the basement, or put on a pedestal in gorgeous, fully-finished, dedicated laundry rooms. But what if I told you there was another option? Rather than dedicating a huge amount of space to a washer and dryer, or condemning yourself to trudging up and down […]
Bedroom Ideas, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Lighting
Closet Lights For The Rest Of Us: LED Lighted Closet Bars
20
Jun
Jun
We’ve all seen pictures of huge, boutique-style walk-in closets. You know the ones: with shoes, jewelry, ties, and cuff links on display so you can meet each day like you’ve just had a visit with a personal stylist. But I’ve had bedrooms smaller than some of these showpiece closets; they simply aren’t a reality for […]
Appliances, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Flooring, Furnishing Ideas, Outdoor Living
Get the Look: Outfitting Your Garage for People and Vehicles
18
Jun
Jun
Everybody wants a beautiful, organized garage. Ideally, one you can even spend casual time in without a project to tinker on or a car to repair. But getting there is a lot easier said than done, and the garage tends to get passed over on big-budget renovations. This garage remodel from Nicole Arnold Interiors shows […]
Bedroom Ideas, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Furniture Must-Haves for Maximizing a Small Apartment
18
May
May
Whether you’re moving into your first apartment or living in a big city, small apartments are everywhere. With such little room to work with, it can feel impossible to decorate. But don’t give up! Every space of yours is a space worthy of a personal touch. The trick is that picking out your ideal furniture […]
Dining Room Furniture and Decor, Furnishing Ideas, Kitchen
Alternative Dining Tables for Alternative Dining Styles
29
Apr
Apr
We’ve talked before about what you can do without a dedicated dining room, but what about going without a dedicated dining table? In many modern homes, there simply isn’t room for a dining table both in terms of space and functionality. For instance, this spring I’m using my dining table to start my garden indoors. […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Introducing Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2022: Very Peri
28
Mar
Mar
My breakdown of Pantone’s color of the year pick for 2022 is coming to you a little late this year for one simple reason: I’m not a huge fan of Periwinkle. I lived in a house painted almost the exact same shade as Pantone’s Very Peri for years, and know all its pitfalls; it turns […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends, Lighting
Living Grandly with Grand Millennial Style
10
Mar
Mar
You may feel like your grandparents when trying to keep up with latest slang and trends. But while “grand millennial” is new terminology, it’s likely a style you’ve seen before. Patterned wallpapers, beaded lights, and the faint hint of potpourri; grand millennial is a mix between old and new. It’s your grandmother’s style, but with […]
24
Feb
Feb
We all want to sleep better. But while chronic insomnia can be a medical problem that requires serious intervention (always check with a doctor), sometimes improving your sleep can be as simple as getting a better bed. And I don’t just mean a new mattress. That’s usually the first and last part of the conversation. […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Flooring, Furnishing Ideas
Redecorating After A Flood: How To Make Your Basement Flood Resistant
19
Feb
Feb
A flooded basement is one of the most nerve-wracking experiences you can have as a homeowner. Whether it’s a catastrophic knee-deep backup or a few inches of water that came from nowhere, floods can be a devastating shock. Not only can you lose expensive furniture and family memories, but also your trust in your home. […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Lighting
Make Your Home Look More Like the Catalog (In a Good Way!)
13
Feb
Feb
Why doesn’t your home ever look as nice as it does in the catalog? Even if you buy the exact furniture one-to-one as in the store, once you set it up inside your home it can seem different, even out-of-place. There are plenty of reasons for this – from everyday clutter to less-than-stellar lighting. The […]