We all want our home to be a showplace, but most of us have to worry about budgetary considerations. Between family, chores, and working from home, I find it hard to keep my house looking presentable, let alone fancy. However, there are some hacks that you can use to make a home look sophisticated and …
Decor
Do you live a design challenge? I certainly do – and styling a large expanse of wall is ideal. Instead of being overwhelmed by a white space, see it as a blank canvas, an opportunity for self-expression, creativity, and fun. There’s no right or wrong way to start, so be inspired by these ideas and …
Changes in season call for a refreshing of your home. Start with the bedrooms and focus on your family’s quality of rest and wellness. My bedroom’s decor was inspired by a softly faded silk rug a friend of mine bought for me in India years ago, the blues and greens creating a serene oasis. Whether …
My living room is always busy (it’s my home office and where we all gather in the evenings to watch TV or play games). I want it to be an inviting, welcoming space, stand up to the rigors of high traffic, and look on-trend. Can a living room rug tick all these boxes? Let’s look …
My main criteria for bath mats have always been softness and absorbency: something to envelop your damp toes and prevent drips and slips. However, when we recently built an extra bathroom, I realized that a bathroom can be functional and aesthetically pleasing, full of color and texture. Read on to find out how I chose …
Whether you’re a passionate baker or limit food preparation to the microwave, we all spend time in our kitchens, so they must be practical. But kitchens are often where family and friends congregate, so creating a welcoming, warm space means choosing a paint color that expresses your personality. What are the best paint colors for …
Clean, white walls are an ideal backdrop to any color scheme or design aesthetic. They’re a springboard for the imagination, so choosing furnishings, curtains, and carpets for an all-white room is tricky. What are the best carpet colors for white walls? The best carpet colors for white walls will depend on your needs. A white …
I have a beloved couch that I’ve carried from apartment to apartment. It’s been reupholstered more than once and has carried throw pillows, blankets, pets, and children at different times. Right now, it’s bold cobalt, upholstered in heavy linen. How do I choose a curtain color to live up to this magnificent blue couch? The …
Today we are looking at the best blue gray paint colors to help you make an informed choice for your home. I’ve been quite vocal about replacing gray with warmer, earthy neutrals in our homes. I know I’ve embraced terracotta and green. However, there is an exception: when blue and gray are combined, they create …
Knowing the best paint colors for south facing rooms will help you choose the right hue to harness natural light for a vibrant and inviting living space. One of my favorite lazy afternoon pastimes is lying on the sofa in my living room. Because it’s south-facing and has large windows, the room is filled with …