Many homeowners dream of a cozy window seat for the aesthetic alone. While window seats are synonymous with vintage-style homes, they are also becoming more and more popular in modern, contemporary, and other trend-forward design trends. Between secret storage and extra seating, it’s hard to deny the practicality of a window seat. (And if you have a small dog or...
“We no longer build fireplaces for physical warmth. We build them for the warmth of the soul; we build them to dream by, to hope by, to home by.” - Edna Ferber Virtually every fireplace needs some type of hearth. Whether you have a wood burning fireplace, a gas fireplace, or even a faux fireplace, a hearth is an essential...
“For me, there's nothing better than curling up in my favorite blanket on a cloudy or rainy day and just knit. Especially in front of the fireplace.” - Magdalena Neuner What does your fireplace look like? Adding tile can transform the look of your fireplace without a major renovation. If your fireplace looks outdated or could use a refresh, then...
Tired of looking at the same four walls day in and day out? Well, adding a feature wall to your living room will at least give you something new and interesting to look at! Some homeowners view accent walls as tacky or outdated. If you share that opinion, there’s a good chance you just haven’t come across a well-executed accent...
Fireplace anatomy is a complicated subject! So what, exactly, is a fireplace surround? It’s everything that makes up a fireplace’s exterior, including the mantel, hearth, moulding, and more. In terms of design, the fireplace surround is even more important than the actual firebox or wall insert. And your surround will be a significant part of your room design whether the...
“I say to myself that I shall try to make my life like an open fireplace, so that people may be warmed and cheered by it and so go out themselves to warm and cheer.” - George Matthew Adams Having a fireplace in your home is a blessing and a curse. It’s a blessing because it’s a natural focal point...
A wood burning stove exudes a magical warmth that can make you forget about the cares of life. But to safely enjoy your wood stove, it must include a properly designed hearth. What is a hearth? In simplest terms, it’s the surface immediately surrounding a fireplace or wood stove. Hearths are made from heat and fire resistant material such as...
“A room should never allow the eye to settle in one place.” - Juan Montoya An accent wall adds so much charm to your home, and a pallet wall is one of the most popular ways to achieve this. It provides an interesting focal point in any room and melds with many styles of home décor. Using reclaimed pallet wood...
From the classic cameo to the contemporary gallery wall, photos are an integral part of turning a house into a home. It’s never been easier or more affordable for the average person to take photos of their daily lives and most precious moments. Many of us have hundreds — if not thousands — of photos saved to our digital devices...
“For me, there's nothing better than curling up in my favorite blanket on a cloudy or rainy day and just knit. Especially in front of the fireplace.” - Magdalena Neuner Having a fireplace in your home gives it a warm and welcoming feeling. It’s the perfect place to gather around with friends and family to stay warm in the cold...
