Whether you have a full time desk job or live your life gig by gig, the nature of the work we do every day (and where and how we do it) is very different than it was even ten years ago. Nearly-ubiquitous wi-fi means many jobs that used to be cubicle-bound can now be done […]
With the obvious exception of bathroom vanities, putting any wood in a bathroom has long been a big no-no. After all, bathrooms are full of water, heat, steam, and fluctuating temperatures – all natural enemies of hardwood. Yet more and more homeowners and designers are bringing the warmth of natural wood into this forbidden territory, […]
Bathroom vanities with tempered glass vanity tops have always been a personal favorite of mine. They have a bold, striking look that you don’t get from any other material, and are a great way to add a modern feel to your bathroom. But while aqua has long been the go-to option (and sometimes only color […]
One of the biggest frustrations of working in interior design is that a room you decorate almost never looks as good when photographed as it does in person. It’s difficult to get a good angle of a room while you’re in it (making many interior photos lopsided or oddly cropped), and photography tricks that make […]
“Luxury” means something different to everyone, whether you’re talking a good meal, a favorite outfit, or the perfect spa bathroom. So while no one can have it all, when you’re planning your next remodel, you can make sure to get exactly what you want. Whether you love a hot shower or a long bath, articulating […]
When mass produced furniture first became common, it meant the death of intricate detail work. After all, you can’t get ornate hand-carved woodwork without any hand carving! But these days, mass produced doesn’t have to mean simple. In fact, it’s easier and more affordable than ever to get furniture with a really lavish finish, whether […]
If you live in a small space, entertaining a group of any size can be a challenge, to say nothing of trying to host a crowd. Being a little shy on square footage presents a particular problem in the dining room. In other areas of the home you can more or less get away with […]
The great enemy of barrier-free living spaces is something most people don’t think about until it’s too late: the back end of your sofa. Most sofas and sectionals are designed to be pushed up against the wall, which means they aren’t anything special to look at from behind – a big problem when that’s what’s […]
Pedestal sinks have been a staple of small bathroom design for pretty much as long as we’ve had the concept of “bathroom design”. And for the most part, their design hasn’t changed much; a broad porcelain basin perched atop a simple pedestal, with variation mostly in the size and detail work. But while pedestal sinks […]
With autumn starting to creep in and nighttime coming a little earlier every day, for many people it’s time to start saying goodbye to outdoor entertaining. But if you really love a good barbecue and an evening conversation out in fresh air, you aren’t totally out of luck when summer starts to wane. Fire pits, […]