2019 is shaping up to be a big year for design comebacks, and one of the biggest ones is honestly one of my favorites: the freestanding bathtub. Now, there’s been a lot of back-and-forth in the design world over the last few years about what constitutes a “must have” for a luxury bathroom remodel. Just […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Kitchen, Latest Trends
Get The Look: Build A Trendy DIY Breakfast Nook On A Budget
05
Jan
Jan
Breakfast nooks and banquettes have been slowly gaining popularity over the last few years. But built-in booth seating can be quite expensive to build. In fact, building a breakfast nook often happens in conjunction with a larger kitchen remodel or not at all, since custom bench-style seating can be such an undertaking. The good news? […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Choosing The Right Style For Your Master Bathroom – And How The Right Bathroom Vanity Can Help
29
Dec
Dec
A lot of elements contribute to the style of your bathroom. The flooring, the tile, the lighting, the paint, and even the tub, shower, and toilet all play a part. But no matter what other materials you choose, your bathroom vanity will be the biggest contributing factor. Two otherwise identical bathrooms will look wildly different […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Get The Look: Building A Home Office That Won’t Look Out Of Place In Your Living Room
13
Dec
Dec
More and more these days, many of us are working from home some of the time; some are working from home nearly all the time. But if you don’t have a spare room to dedicate to a full-sized home office, it can be a real challenge to find a spot to set up your workstation […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Build A Picture-Perfect Designer Bedding Set For Your Master Bedroom
12
Dec
Dec
If you’ve ever seen a really gorgeously made bed in a magazine spread or on your Pinterest dash, chances are you’ve wondered the same thing I have: What’s the difference between the way I make my bed in the morning and the way they do it? Other than the obvious answer (not being in a big rush […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
2019 Bathroom Trends: Getting A Relaxed, Earthy Feel With Natural Wood Bathroom Vanities
10
Dec
Dec
Luxurious bathrooms have become something of a haven from daily life – a spot to slow down, relax, and unplug. Recently, bathroom design has started to reflect that in an interesting way: by shifting to earthier, more natural designs. While white and gray have reigned supreme for the past few years, natural wood bathroom vanities […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Making A Case For Pre-Made Bathroom Vanities (And Why You Might Not Need Any Custom Cabinetry)
30
Nov
Nov
So you want to build your dream bathroom. The first step is hiring a guy to build all your dream bathroom furniture, right? The short answer is: not necessarily. While custom cabinetry is historically the best way to get a look tailor-made for your space, pre-made bathroom vanities have come a long way since your […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen
Get The Look: Converting A Cramped Kitchenette Into A Stylish Spot To Entertain
28
Nov
Nov
Decorating a small space is never fun, especially when it’s a space that sees a lot of use, like the kitchen. Galley kitchens are notoriously bad, because they’re both small and cramped, and much more enclosed than you typically want for a contemporary kitchen. But just because you have a small space doesn’t mean you’re […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Latest Trends
Upgrade To A Bathroom Vanity With An Outlet And Streamline Your Morning Routine
26
Nov
Nov
I’ve seen a lot of cool high-tech bathrooms: ones with waterproof TVs built into the showers, stereo systems built into the toilets, even mirrors that will tell you the weather. But you don’t need a bathroom of the future to enjoy a few modern conveniences. Having outlets built into your vanity used to be a […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Lighting
Building A Better Reading Nook: Illuminate Your Space With Swing Arm Lighting
17
Nov
Nov
I’m a big fan of reading nooks. As an avid bookworm, they’re a comfy, cozy spot to curl up and read; as an interior designer, they’re an ideal way to fill up an odd spot: functional, visually appealing, and flexible enough to work with the size and style of whatever space you happen to have […]