For almost a century, open floor plans were the be-all-end-all of contemporary homeownership. While much of society is returning to smaller, more private living spaces, these vast layouts certainly aren’t going anywhere! Home design magazines and HGTV can make an open-concept space seem like the secret to decorating on “easy mode.” Once you actually begin curating your home’s furniture and...
You don’t need to patronize a 5-star restaurant to enjoy a luxury meal! The perfect dining experience is all about atmosphere. You can create that atmosphere at home if you have the right lighting. Your dining room lighting plays a bigger role than you realize. But it’s not just about choosing the right light bulbs. The lighting fixture itself is...
“Life, within doors, has few pleasanter prospects than a neatly-arranged and well-provisioned breakfast table.” - Nathaniel Hawthorne, The House of the Seven Gables A modern take on the breakfast nook, today’s breakfast bar ideas have reinvented where people consume the most important meal of the day. A breakfast bar can also provide additional kitchen storage and workspace. It’s often the...
Do you feel like your home never has enough space to meet your needs? Nearly everyone knows the importance of having adequate storage to free up extra space. But you shouldn’t overlook the versatility of multi-purpose furniture either. A daybed is the ideal blending of a casual sofa and a guest bed. It can be an easy way to supplement...
Wouldn’t it be nice if you had an outdoor place where you could rinse off or use the restroom? You could get clean outside and never have to worry about tracking dirt into your clean home. If you have a swimming pool, this is the perfect bathroom to use to not track pool water through your home. Outdoor bathrooms don’t...
In modern design lingo, aesthetic is really just another word for trend. This term is largely used by teens and young adults to describe any fashion or home decor style that elicits a certain emotion or atmosphere. Unlike home design trends of the past, today’s most popular aesthetics don’t sacrifice comfort or functionality for a better appearance. Instead, these decor...
Wood countertops might feel like a new trend. Yet this material was one of the first used for in-home work surfaces. Wood is far more durable than many people believe, even if it does require special maintenance from time to time. And it complements a wide variety of interior decor trends. So if you’re dreaming of a kitchen counter that’s...
“Don't take anything too literally. When throwing a coastal theme dinner, don't just put seashells on the table. Instead, think about the colors and tones of seashells, what they remind you of and go from there.” - Jeremiah Brent The beach vibe is a laid-back one that inspires thoughts of the perfect vacation. Consider channeling the feeling of your favorite...
“You wouldn’t build a house unless the design was exactly what you wanted; honing in on the design of your renovation project is crucial before you proceed.” - Michael Upshall Choosing a countertop can be one of the most difficult decisions when building a home or doing a bathroom or kitchen remodel. After all, a countertop is a wide expanse...
Today’s dining room doesn’t always get the respect it once earned as a central living space. But you don’t need to treat your dining area as a formal space to justify giving it some well-deserved updates. Dining room design can range from ultra-casual to proper and elegant. While these styles can seem extremely different on the surface, no dining room...
