The start of a new year always means a flood of all things new. New cars, new clothes, and in my line of work, a new round of speculation about how design trends will change from last year…and which ones will stick around. Because although you might not mind updating your wardrobe for the season […]
25
Mar
Mar
A range hood is an important piece of equipment in any kitchen, built to ventilate your stovetop and oven, but they can get boring to look at with their standard steel exterior. A decorative range hood can change this by adding thoughtful style to your kitchen. Built to stand out or blend in, these range […]
Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Kitchen, Latest Trends
Introducing Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2020: Classic Blue
01
Feb
Feb
Pantone’s color of the year for 2020 is a classic comeback story, literally: it’s Classic Blue! Classic Blue is an almost-but-not-quite primary blue that you might have noticed regaining popularity in late 2019; the same blue that’s touted as having a calming effect on the mind. And that’s exactly the reason Pantone cites for choosing […]
Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Kitchen Faucets, Uncategorized
Add a Stove-side Pot Filler to Your Kitchen
08
Jan
Jan
If you do a lot of stovetop cooking, carrying pots and pans back and forth between your stove and your kitchen sink can be a hassle. Not only is it time consuming to fill a large pot, but once it is full, it’s incredibly heavy and cumbersome to carry, not to mention prone to spilling. […]
Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Lighting, Uncategorized
Get the Look: Layered Lighting to Add Dimension to Your Kitchen
14
Oct
Oct
Adequate lighting is important for a room that sees as much daily use as your kitchen, especially in a home with a less-than-ideal window setup or long seasons where there isn’t much natural light. The best way to achieve that is through layered lighting, using different types of lights throughout the room to increase the […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture, Latest Trends
Tone It Up with a Neutral Grey Kitchen
29
Sep
Sep
You’ve heard about the pushback against plain white kitchens, now get ready for the popular new alternative that isn’t a blasé beige or exceedingly bold black: a grey kitchen. Grey is the neutral you may be looking for if you want a wide range of warm and cool tones to match any kitchen setup, pair […]
Appliances, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture, Latest Trends
Renovation Projects to Keep Your Countertop Microwave Off Your Counters
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Jul
Jul
A countertop microwave could be the greatest type of cooking appliance available due to its light weight, easy installation, and ability to move with you, if it wasn’t for one big problem: the counter space. If your kitchen is anything like mine, you may find your countertops feeling a little crowded when preparing a meal. […]
Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Flooring, Kitchen, Latest Trends
Decorating With Hexagonal Tile: Trendy Hex Tile Projects For Your Kitchen Or Bathroom
30
May
May
Small format hexagonal tile is a timeless classic, not to mention one of the go-to features for cottage style bathrooms. But while those tiny tiles are largely limited to bathroom floors and backsplashes, using larger format hex tiles has become a popular way to make a statement in just about any room in the home. […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture, Latest Trends
Upgrading Your Kitchen: Top Kitchen Cabinet Organizers for 2019
31
Mar
Mar
Just about everyone has found themselves wishing they had a bigger kitchen. No matter how big or small your kitchen actually is, I think we all sometimes feel a little crunched and disorganized – especially when trying to put together a big meal for a crowd. But while some kitchens would certainly benefit from a […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Dining Room Furniture and Decor, Furnishing Ideas, Kitchen Accessories, Latest Trends
Six Reasons Bar Carts Have Become The Hottest New Accent Piece of 2019
25
Feb
Feb
One of the unexpected breakout trends of 2019 is the meteoric rise in popularity of one simple accent piece: the bar cart. At a glance, this trend feels oddly specific: why this one particular, relatively obscure piece of furniture? But it’s actually one that meshes well with several other overarching trends: the move toward multi-purpose […]