BHG Decluttering is hard. Even when motivation is high, the moment we face the pile we must make a decision — and decisions are what often derail progress. I know this firsthand. I’m not a decisive person. I struggle with simple choices like what to cook, what to order at a restaurant, or even what … Read more

Have you seen the 2020 Southern Living Idea House? It’s a stunning example of warm, livable design. Lauren Liess, known for her layered, approachable aesthetic, leads the interior design and delivers rooms that feel both elegant and comfortable. Below I’ve highlighted some favorite spaces from the house that show how thoughtful materials, color, and texture … Read more

aka: Chose the Funky Glasses. Sponsored by Lookmatic When I was finishing high school, I was asked what I planned to do after graduation so they could include it in the ceremony video. Back then I had two clear interests: fashion and home decorating. Fashion made me feel fancy, while decorating made me genuinely happy. … Read more

Thank you for all the comments and messages about the bathroom makeover shared in yesterday’s post. The blue milk paint on the vanity truly changed the space and has made a noticeable difference. I’m excited to watch the rest of the room come together as the project continues. Recent posts on The Inspired Room: Bathroom … Read more

New England Home What a week it has been! I meant to post earlier, but life got busy. Still, the house project is moving forward and I’m excited to share updates and keep you in the loop. I missed connecting with you these past few days. If you’re reading now, please say hello in the … Read more

If your home or laundry area is tight on space, these simple solutions will make life easier. In a tiny laundry closet like mine, bulky traditional baskets don’t fit. I needed options that were slim, flexible, and practical for daily use. When we moved in I discovered collapsible laundry bags, and they’ve been a game … Read more

I have some news at the end of this post, so don’t miss it! 🙂 Slowly but surely I’ve been making progress on my home office. Recently I added a flea market rattan bookshelf that I adore, and I also brought in the IKEA Alex drawer system to help tame clutter. Once I organized everything, … Read more

Stainless steel freestanding kitchen island via House and Home Freestanding Kitchen Islands Do you have a freestanding kitchen island? Before my kitchen “remodel-rearranging” I had a U-shaped layout with a breakfast bar. After removing that bar and opening part of the U, I now have room in the center of the kitchen for an island. … Read more

Hello friends! What a summer it’s been — so much has changed in the past few weeks that I wanted to share a life update and a renovation progress report. Grab a cup of coffee or tea; this is a longer update! Before the update: HomeBody Gathering Place is open briefly to new members. We … Read more

As the seasons shift, many of us want our living spaces to feel warm, inviting, and comfortable. You want to love your home, but sometimes you glance around and sense something is “off” without knowing exactly what. That feeling is familiar—I’ve been there too. You may even think about replacing everything to start fresh. I’ll … Read more