My brother once owned a cute little house with — wait for it — a fuchsia front door! The color made the otherwise unassuming house stand out in the quiet street and was always a landmark when giving directions. It made me realize how much power a front door holds — it’s the first impression …

Isn’t it satisfying to see the big bathroom transformation you get by painting your cabinets a new color? I enjoy change, so a fresh coat of color helps refresh the space I use daily but sometimes overlook. But when it comes to choosing the right bathroom cabinet color, it can be challenging to decide which …

Have you ever walked into (or even past) your bathroom and bam! There’s that unmistakable whiff of stale urine. I have a very keen sense of smell, and that odor is just intolerable for me. You clean, spray, mop, but somehow, that smell doesn’t quit. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Bathrooms are notorious for harboring …

The doorbell rings in an hour, and you’re glancing around your house, which looks more lived-in than guest-ready. Eek! Sound familiar? I know I’m not the only one who’s experienced this before, scrambling to make things look presentable before family or friends arrive. Luckily, you don’t need hours to make a good impression. With a …

When my sister first painted her sunroom in sage green, she knew she needed the right furniture and accents to complete the look without disrupting the serene space. The complementary colors and textures she chose made the room feel grounded and stylish, each piece contributing to a harmonious design. Sage green walls are incredibly versatile, …

Walking into my sister’s freshly painted light egg-blue living room initially felt peaceful, but the space lacked character. After experimenting with her different furniture pieces and accent colors, she finally found a combination that made the room come to life. That experience showed me how furniture and accent choices can completely transform a space. Light …

If your bedroom doesn’t get much natural light, you might think keeping plants alive is impossible—but that’s far from the truth! Plenty of plants thrive in low light conditions in nature, and you can use them to add a touch of foliage to your home. The best plants for low light bedrooms are hardy species, …

I was twelve when I painted my first accent wall. Wild creativity spurred me to splatter multicolored paint all over the lime-green wall behind my bed. That zhuzhed-up area was certainly a head-turner, and it introduced me to a single painted wall’s power to influence a room’s look and feel. I’ve experimented (with more intention …

A few years ago, when I visited my mom (she is late now) for the Christmas holidays at her new home, she had a dilemma about her outdated Christmas decor and color scheme. I recognized some of the baubles and even tinsel from when I was a kid. It was time for an intervention. We …

Something about red paint always makes me think of a little pizzeria we frequented when I visited my brother in a seaside town on the East Coast. The walls were painted this rich, warm red, which made the place feel inviting and lively yet comfortable. It brings back fond memories. If you want to add …