We often talk about home design in broad strokes; in terms of modern, transitional, traditional, or other relatively narrow, unified categories like Louis XV or shabby chic. But lately a more eclectic approach to decorating has become more popular. That is, choosing elements from different styles to build the look you want, rather than to […]
I’m a big believer in tailoring your home to suit your own personal needs, whether it’s turning a patio into a kitchen, a loft into an art space, or a basement into a bar. For anyone with a big wine collection, a passion for beer, or a knack for mixing drinks, the last can be […]
Small adjustments in lifestyle routines can lead to big changes, particularly when it comes to the environment. The following list details 12 easy ways to “go green” to help the environment. Not only will you decrease your negative impact on the Earth, but you will also save a few dollars and create a healthier home. […]
Your home is your own little piece of paradise – your place away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. So if you wish to create a little more ambiance in your home or if you are simply looking for new lighting options that are not only easy to install but also affordable, consider these 7 […]
One of the most difficult choices you’ll need to make when choosing a new bathroom vanity is whether to opt for a pre-made vanity or a set of custom built cabinetry. Price, utility, and aesthetics are all important factors – as is the size of your bathroom – and either way, the decision isn’t always […]
You might think that the biggest shopping day of the year is Black Friday, but it’s actually Christmas Eve. After all, even if you have every present bought, wrapped, and tucked away by Halloween, you might still fall victim to the worst last-minute disaster of them all: Realizing you don’t have the ingredients you need […]
Today I wanted to take a break from our usual home design posts and talk about what’s probably on everyone’s mind these days anyway: the holiday season, and specifically gift giving. Now, you all probably know at least one person that begs off gifts every year – someone who, for whatever reason, says “Don’t get […]
Bathroom remodels are full of devilish details – things that are important, but all too easy to overlook until it’s too late. It’s easy to get caught up in the big things – like designing your custom shower or choosing a new whirlpool – and hold off on smaller decisions, like which bathroom faucet you […]
Bookshelves are among the most utilitarian pieces of furniture in the home. By and large, they’re designed to do one thing, and one thing only: shelve books. If you need to store books (or other roughly book-shaped media), you need a bookshelf, and nine times out of ten, that’s simply that. But if you want […]
Here on the homethangs blog, we really love copper – copper kitchen sinks, copper bathtubs, copper vessel sinks, just about any way you can emphasize or accessorize with copper in your home, we love it. Why? Because not only is copper beautiful and easy to care for, but it ages naturally with time, developing a […]