We use our bathrooms at some of the most hectic times of day. Therefore, having an excellently organized bathroom is an essential time saver. Count yourself among the lucky if your home includes a bathroom closet or two. Bathroom storage…
Black bedrooms aren’t just for rebellious teenagers! And incorporating black into your bedroom decor does not need to be scary. Despite many homeowners’ gut reactions, black is a neutral. You can pair it with almost any other color to great…
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…
“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…
When was the last time you looked up while in the bathroom? If you’re like most people, you probably can’t think of a time when you purposefully looked up. It’s just that white space above you that you forget about.…
“Life isn’t black and white. It’s a million gray areas, don’t you find?” – Ridley Scott Gray is the modern neutral and gives your home a soft and welcoming feel. It’s the perfect solution when white is too harsh and…
“Beige is atmosphere. It’s bisque, it’s ivory, it’s cream, it’s stone, it’s toast, it’s cappuccino. It’s well…it’s magic.” – Albert Hadley Beige has an undeserved reputation as a boring, lifeless color. In reality, beige is its own neutral rainbow, from the…
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…
Adding a deck to the backside of your house can increase the enjoyment of your property and add value to your home. Whether it is small or large, having a railing can give it a finished look. It can also…
A breezeway is a covered passage between two detached buildings or running through the middle of a single building. Throughout their history, breezeways have had many decorative and practical purposes. Breezeways can take on many forms. But you’re probably most…