Styling a coffee table can be tricky. You want the surface to feel intentional rather than cluttered, yet it’s nice to add a few attractive pieces that enhance a room’s ambience. A coffee table often becomes a focal point, so treat it as an opportunity to express style and personality. Avoid decorating every table in … Read more

I’ve always imagined myself living the relaxed, coastal life of Nantucket, even though I’ve never actually been there. There’s something about the island’s quiet charm and classic New England architecture that feels like home in my mind. If I were lucky enough to live in a house like this, evenings would be calm and restorative. … Read more

Let’s catch up. As the new year begins, I want to pause and say thank you for your continued support and friendship. Your comments and visits here and on social media mean a great deal. Even the brief “me too” replies or quick updates about your projects are a welcome reminder that there’s someone reading … Read more

It’s been a busy week here, which is why there haven’t been many blog posts. Yesterday I published a new article, “How to Choose Art for Your Home + Favorite Art Sources,” where I share the painting I recently hung in my kitchen and several other pieces I ordered. If you missed it, be sure … Read more

Sources: Blue Range Stove (mine is the 30 inch in Blue Gray / Grey) // Marble Tray // Footed Resin Marble Looking Tray // Hot Water Kettle (color options) // Amber Votive Holder with Battery Votives // more sources here Now that our English-inspired cottage kitchen is finished, we’re ready to begin making Christmas memories … Read more

SI’ve always been smitten with old, charming houses — especially their kitchens and bathrooms. I adore classic details: white porcelain sinks, pretty faucets, interesting lighting, subway tile, plaster or wood walls, and unique ceilings. It’s the small details that make these rooms feel special. That said, I’m learning to appreciate the benefits of a newer … Read more

Farmhouse Entry by Roxbury Architects & Building Designers Haver & Skolnick LLC Architects HHappy Monday! This morning I woke with my window open and felt that crisp edge to the air that means fall is coming. I love this season — the cooler mornings, the return of rain in the Northwest (which we need), and … Read more

@number131 Our kitchen remodel is almost finished, and one of the small joys I’m looking forward to is no longer cooking in the bathroom. It sounds funny, but having rooms serve their intended purpose again feels so satisfying. Along with that, we’ll gain a “new” bathroom when my parents move into their tiny cottage. We … Read more

Victoria Hagan I expected my new side courtyard outside the kitchen to be finished by spring — or at least by early summer. Plans have been delayed, but the fence is scheduled to go up this week, so there’s still hope we’ll be able to enjoy the space before winter. The delay has a longer … Read more

While I appreciate the quiet, muted side of autumn, I’m equally captivated by the vibrant colors of changing leaves. Nature provides endless inspiration for color and texture, and each fall I’m drawn to rust, coral, and orange. Those tones feel warm and energizing, and they bring a happy brightness to any room. I’ve introduced these … Read more