I recently came across House Beautiful’s July “Kitchen of the Month” and was struck by how lovely it is. Though it’s larger and more elaborate than my own kitchen, the layout, style, and color palette reminded me of mine. Over the past few years I’ve grown to really love my kitchen—it’s one of my favorite … Read more

Wood Countertop in the Kitchen FAQ from Readers About My Counters Recently I’ve received several questions from readers about the wood countertops in my old house and whether they were difficult to care for. This kitchen was designed before I started blogging, but it continues to prompt questions I haven’t formally addressed in a post—so … Read more

Did you know my first full-color coffee table book, The Inspired Room, is available for pre-order? I’m so excited it will be released on November 1. I can’t wait to hold a copy on my own coffee table and I hope you’ll want one for yours, too. My earlier book, Love the Home You Have, … Read more

Traditional Kitchen design by Boston Kitchen And Bath Venegas and Company Do you love the look of exposed wood beams? I certainly do. Two of the living rooms in our previous homes featured original ceiling beams, and I miss that architectural detail every time I look at my current flat, drywalled ceilings. Plain white ceilings … Read more

BHG Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! I’m so thankful for you. Your support means so much! Christmas Decorating If you need inspiration to kick-start your holiday decorating and crafting this season, I’ve gathered a collection of Christmas decorating ideas and DIY projects to help you get started. Enjoy! Christmas Decorating: The Power of Three Small & Festive … Read more

Sarah Richardson hello, friends! I’m glad to be back blogging. I missed a few days while my son and I recovered from the flu — who gets the flu in summertime? Apparently we do. While I was resting, I spent time browsing for inspiration and found several rooms by two of my favorite designers, Sarah … Read more

This post is sponsored by Kodak Digitizing Box One of my earliest and most memorable pre-holiday posts had nothing to do with decorating. It wasn’t a carefully curated set of styled, edited images like the ones you see on Instagram today. Instead, it was a handful of candid snapshots taken the night we were trying … Read more

Small bedroom ideas 1. Step up the drama. Don’t assume that a small bedroom has to be quiet or neutral. Embrace bold patterns, rich paint colors or a striking four‑poster or canopy bed to give the room personality. Dark walls can create a cozy, enveloping feel, and an unexpected fabric or wallpaper can become the … Read more

Hi friends, it’s Courtney here to share my son Forrest’s finished nursery. A few months back I posted my mood board while I was still pregnant — now baby is here and the room is complete. I’m thrilled with how it turned out and excited to show you around. Budget Friendly Nursery The nursery vision: … Read more

In 2008, my friend and fellow blogger and designer Joni from the beloved Cote de Texas contributed this insightful post to The Inspired Room. It’s with deep sadness that I share she passed away unexpectedly in October 2023. Her absence is profoundly felt by family, friends, and the design community. Although some original photos from … Read more