This post is sponsored by got milk? in partnership with THINK Together, Bay Area Community Resources and Central Valley Afterschool Foundation — nonprofit organizations that support after-school programs and teach kids about proper nutrition and healthy lifestyles.   Milk does a body (and soul) good   Is there anything more endearing on a child … Read more

Wood Footed Tray / White Lamp / Rattan Shade This post is in partnership with World Market YCreating a home is a gradual process. We’ve lived in our Seattle house for a little over four years, and while design shows often suggest a space can be finished in an hour, most of us know it’s … Read more

Lauren Liess’ Home, featured in Domino HHello friends! I’m sharing seven bathroom designs that inspire me—each offers a different take on materials, color, and storage so you can find ideas for your next refresh. Whether you like modern minimalism, warm wood tones, or classic subway tile, there’s something here to spark creativity. Enjoy a look … Read more

Recommended Ebooks If you’ve discovered the convenience of ebooks, great news: you don’t need a dedicated e-reader to enjoy them. You can read ebooks on your computer, tablet, or phone—any device with a screen and an ebook reader app will do. Ebooks are an accessible, portable way to bring helpful resources into everyday life. Last … Read more

Here’s a renovation update: work has begun on our kitchen and dining room, along with the addition. I’ll share more about the addition in a separate post soon, but I wanted to give you a peek at what’s happening right now. Removing the peninsulas and raising the openings between the kitchen and dining room made … Read more

Hello! I hope you had a wonderful week. Ours was busy and a little chaotic, but it’s Friday — so yay! Here’s a short update on what’s been happening around here lately. My plants are thriving in our refreshed living room. The fiddle leaf fig surprised me by producing three new leaves — a first … Read more

Did you catch the premiere of the new HGTV’d series last week? I wanted to watch but our television stopped working right before the show. We’ve only had that flat-screen for about a year and a half, so I was surprised it failed so soon. Fortunately, we bought it at Costco and it’s still covered … Read more

DIY Decorating Projects on a Budget! Welcome to our first {ditto} DIY challenge! Are you ready for a fun, doable series of DIY decorating projects? Starting today and continuing once a month, nine very different bloggers will each recreate a project or design element inspired by a haute couture design chosen by Darlene Weir of … Read more

Over the years of managing a busy household with kids and pets, I’ve learned that keeping a home “clean enough” comes down to efficiency and making small habits part of daily life. Cleaning as you go is not extra work — it actually saves time and prevents a few small messes from turning into one … Read more

My favorite thing about these rooms? All the pretty lighting! Beautiful lighting can transform a room. In the images above you’ll see a variety of fixtures and placements that lift each space — from soft, ambient sconces to striking pendant lights. Thoughtful lighting not only brightens a room but also creates mood, highlights architectural details, … Read more