Remember the beautiful home featured in the film Something’s Gotta Give? I recently discovered a collection of stunning photographs on Lonny that pay tribute to the warm, lived-in elegance often seen on Nancy Meyers sets. These images capture classic neutral palettes, light-filled rooms, and layered textures that make a house feel both stylish and inviting. … Read more
@honeycreekfarm1896 Do you have collections in your home? Collections are one of the most meaningful ways to bring personality and warmth to your living spaces. Below you’ll find fresh ideas and inspiration gathered from some of my favorite images around the web. No matter your decorating approach—maximalist, minimalist, traditional, modern, or somewhere in between—collecting and … Read more
Thrift Store Finds For a while I avoided bringing many new items into the house. I focused on clearing out things I no longer wanted, finishing the kitchen, installing wood floors and painting so our home would feel more like ours. I prefer to remove clutter first, then add only pieces I truly love or … Read more
HHello friends! How is everyone? This week my to-do list seemed to grow faster than the list of things I actually finished, but I still found time for a few small updates around the house that I’m excited to share. I’m loving the new counter stools I picked up from Target for the kitchen island. … Read more
Hello! Courtney here, sharing updates on my new small room design. If you missed my previous post with room photos, you can view it on my blog. Moving into a 9×9 room got me excited about solving small-space challenges and planning intentional organization. Even though the room is compact, I was thrilled to have a … Read more
Inspiration photo from Studio McGee – Midway House When we first walked through our new house, my head filled with questions. What could this house become? What does this house want to be? What do I want it to be? If you buy or build a home that already matches your style, or you plan … Read more
IIf you’ve followed this blog for a while, you may know my daughter Courtney is studying interior design. She has contributed a few posts here and will be writing regular columns in the future. As she enters her final year of college, she’s been searching for an internship to gain real-world experience — an exciting … Read more
Finding Peace & Quiet Sometimes I need to hide in my own home. My house can get very L-O-U-D, and when that happens I crave quiet—real quiet, not just the absence of noise. My favorite retreat is the shower. When my children were little, I used to close myself in the bathroom for a few … Read more
Do you ever have one of those dreary days when the rain keeps coming and most of your time is spent on endless chores—laundry, wiping sticky faucets, or cleaning up after the dog? I do. I love a clean home, and the effort is worth it, but sometimes it feels like you’re stuck on repeat. … Read more
A little over five years ago we climbed the front steps and saw this house for the first time. I’ll be honest: it wasn’t love at first sight. Seattle’s real estate market is, and has been, difficult to break into. We weren’t in a position to compete for the kind of homes I daydreamed about—many … Read more