The way kitchens and dining rooms are designed has changed a lot in the last decade. Separate, formal eating spaces have evolved into more casual in-kitchen dining – usually in the name of having barrier-free rooms that keep the family more connected around mealtime. That said, every family is different. The way you use your […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Get The Look: Building A Sleek, Stylish, Mid-Century Inspired Reading Nook
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Sep
Sep
Reading nooks are often cozy, comfy, messy spots – usually consisting of a beat up chair, an old blanket, and a big pile of books crammed in an unused corner. But if your reading nook is slowly turning into an eyesore, it might be time to consider an overhaul. Of course, upgrading to a look […]
Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Latest Trends
Five Smart Reasons To Add A Dedicated Beverage Cooler To Your Kitchen
31
Aug
Aug
Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of time to cool off with a beverage cooler for all your refreshments. To some, it may seem excessive to have both a refrigerator and a beverage cooler in your kitchen, but this isn’t your dorm room’s mini-fridge. Beverage coolers are made to chill and to […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
7 DIY Weekend Paint Projects To Help You Spruce Up Any Room In Your Home
31
Aug
Aug
Lots of design advice revolves around big projects – stuff that needs a hefty budget to see through from start to finish. But sprucing up your home doesn’t have to be a major undertaking. If you want to liven up your space without totally transforming it, one of the best (and most affordable) ways to […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Lighting
Light Up Your Living Room: Six Innovative Ways To Beautify Your Space With The Right Lighting Fixtures
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Aug
Aug
A lot of talk about living room design is dedicated either to the big ticket items – like your sofa, accent chairs, and entertainment system – or to the big surface areas – walls, flooring, and area rugs. After all, these elements make up the lion’s share of your living space. But it overlooks one […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Five Life Hacks to Streamline And Speed Up The Way You Use Your Laundry Room
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Aug
Aug
Doing laundry is one of those tasks that is tedious to do and devastating if you don’t do. Between gathering all the clothes in the house, sorting the whites and colors, swapping wet clothes between the washer and dryer, and getting everything back out to be worn again, you likely spend way more time than […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Latest Trends, Medicine Cabinets
A Quick Look At How Bathroom Vanity Drawer Outlets Work (And How To Get One)
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Aug
Aug
UPDATE: Since I wrote this article in 2018, many manufacturers have discontinued their bathroom vanity lines that feature drawer outlets. This is still one of our most-asked questions, though, so I’ve updated the information here exploring why this feature is so difficult to come by, as well as a few more readily-available alternatives. There’s tons […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Nothing But Drawers: Modern Bathroom Vanities That Revolutionize Your Storage (For Any Size Bathroom)
05
Aug
Aug
Modern design is all about simplicity and streamlined efficiency, both in terms of aesthetics and functionality. Many “storage smart” and “space saving” designs have a modern feel to them, in large part because they emphasize utility and convenience in a way that more ornate, traditional designs don’t. But while storage-packed modern bathroom vanities have become […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Building Smarter Storage: A More Modern Take On Wall-To-Wall Bookshelves
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Jul
Jul
When you have a big collection of books – or even just a lot of trinkets, mementos, or art pieces you want to put on display – the amount of shelf space you need to store it all out in the open can add up pretty quickly. But if you don’t love the old-fashioned library […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Dining Room Furniture and Decor, Kitchen, Latest Trends
Designer Bar Stools: An Unexpected Finishing Touch For Your Kitchen Makeover
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Jul
Jul
Kitchen islands are a staple of almost every kitchen big enough to fit one. They’re the heart and anchor of a well-built contemporary space. But there’s one element that almost every island has that rarely gets talked about: the bar stools. Most islands are designed with seating in mind, which means they have to come […]