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 If your fireplace looks outdated or could use a refresh, then...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 Some homeowners view accent walls as tacky or outdated.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...
