2020 has been a rough year so far. I think it’s safe to say that we all have hygiene on the mind, and that we could all use a reliable way to de-stress and unwind. Where do those two things come together? You’ve got it: the bathroom. A hot shower or a long bubble bath […]
Many of the top bathroom vanity trends for 2020 aren’t really all that new. In fact, the vast majority are looks that started popping up in the last year or two, but have really gained traction in recent months. But when it comes to buying a new bathroom vanity, this no-news is definitely good news. […]
Talking about kitchen renovations usually means planning out some big, fundamental changes – like your kitchen layout or kitchen cabinets. But between big projects, keeping up with smaller kitchen trends is a great way to freshen up your space. After all, you don’t need to gut your kitchen to give it a face lift. Sticking […]
Home design trends come in all shapes and sizes, from a quick coat of paint to full-scale changes in architecture. If you’re facing down a really major kitchen remodel, though, it’s probably the latter that’s on your mind. Even if you aren’t building or rebuilding a home from the foundation up, if you have the […]
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 […]
I’m in the process of moving into my dream home, and the biggest struggle I’m facing is what to do with the front entryway. It opens immediately on a staircase and a narrow hallway – a common feature of both older and smaller homes – without much room at all for furniture. Now, in my […]
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 […]
Everyone needs to take some quiet time to themselves every so often. Whether it’s winding down after work, taking a break between chores, or giving yourself a moment during the day, nothing beats a small vacation from daily life. A way to incorporate this into your life and routine is by creating a meditation room. […]
Pantone’s color of the year for 2020 is Classic Blue, but while this bright, almost-primary blue is certainly taking the design world by storm, one unexpected cousin has stepped up to the plate as well: denim blue. Even as the debate rages on whether skinny jeans are still “in” and whether jeggings count as jeans, […]
Two big features of modern design involve playing with flattened or simplified modern silhouettes and featuring unusual materials, like plastic. Acrila is one of my favorite examples of a design company that combines these ideas and elevates them. With everything from accent furniture to lighting, Acrila produces pieces that pay homage to the classics, with […]