I’ve become something of an expert in surviving small bathrooms. I’ve lived in places with bathrooms that range from cozy to outright tight, makeshift to fully remodeled. Let me tell you: in retrospect, it’s easy to see that there are a few things that can really make or break a small bathroom when it comes […]
My favorite thing about modern design isn’t the simplicity or minimalism, it’s the efficiency. While traditional furnishings are built primarily with appearance in mind, modern furniture is often made for functionality, creating furniture that serves multiple purposes while taking up a minimum amount of space. Modern beds are a great example of this; traditional beds […]
White kitchens are a perennial favorite; they have a classic feel that holds up better than most to changing trends, and a clean, fresh look that feels sunny and inviting. But white cabinets are just the beginning; it’s really what you pair with them that brings a white kitchen together. Gray is a really trendy […]
As a recent college grad, I know as well as anyone how hard it can be to try to decorate on a budget. If you’re balancing bills already, home decor is probably not at the top of your to-do list. But whether you’re in a new home or just a starter apartment, doing a little […]
Thread count is probably the most commonly used indicator of quality when it comes to bedding. It’s common knowledge that a higher thread count means better sheets, and often people will buy sheets based on that number alone. Unfortunately, the entire concept of thread count has become somewhat outdated. Machine weaving has made it possible […]
I’ve talked a lot lately about gray, shaker style bathroom vanities. After all, it’s one of the main breakout design trends this year, and one that beautifully combines many of the smaller trends this season. But today I want to take a look at one bathroom that makes brilliant use of this trend to create […]
In recent years, the role kitchens play in the home has changed fairly dramatically. Of course, kitchens are still used primarily for cooking, but they’ve also become the social, familial, and entertainment hubs of the home. Rather than having a separate kitchen and dining room, modern kitchens are designed with an open floor plan, with […]
In its own way, furnishing a large bathroom can be just as challenging as furnishing a small one. In a small bath, it can be a struggle to fit everything you need in the space you have, but it can be just as difficult to make full use of a larger area. Installing custom cabinetry […]
Gray bathroom vanities are often used in transitional bathrooms – an in-between color for an in-between style. But this trendy look also works beautifully in a more contemporary bathroom, especially when used with a high contrast style. A gray-and-white space is less harsh than a black and white bathroom, but can be just as striking. […]
Though they have their roots in history, Shaker style cabinets have been getting a lot of renewed attention lately, and are fast becoming one of the most popular choices for both the kitchen and the bathroom. Made with simple, striking lines, Shaker cabinets are a good fit with a more contemporary space, but have a […]









