Southern Living Lately I’ve been collecting kitchen ideas as we prepare for our upcoming remodel. I came across this lovely kitchen featured in Southern Living and wanted to share it here — its classic white design with cheerful accents really caught my eye. That playful roman shade valance and coordinating fabric feel both nostalgic and … Read more

HHello, lovely friends. When our family first visited the house that would become ours here in Seattle last fall, we felt an unspoken hope that it might someday be a truly special place. It didn’t match the exact image in my childhood dreams, but there was an indefinable charm that drew us in and made … Read more

Hi friends, it’s Courtney here. I recently shared my son Forrest’s nursery tour and promised to follow up with my baby registry inspiration and practical advice. Creating a registry was fun but also overwhelming—so many choices and questions about what you really need. If you’re expecting, I hope this guide helps simplify decisions and offers … Read more

Y‘all — spoken in my best, slightly embarrassed drawl — I’m not naturally handy and power tools make me nervous. Still, a chance to try something new came along and I decided to say yes. I could have declined, panicked, or found someone else to do the work, but I’ve learned that trying scary projects … Read more

Scroll to the end of the post for a 50% off deal on Love The Home You Have!  ***Giveaway is now closed!!!*** Do you see it? That little book on my shelf with my name on it? I wrote a book and it’s finally here in my office. It hasn’t been released yet—March 31 is … Read more

Comhar All-in-One Standing Desk Hi friends, it’s Courtney. I wanted to share a recent update to my small apartment—my new standing desk for working from home—and a personal life update as well. I’m getting married this summer! For months my fiancé Dong and I have been planning where we’ll live after the wedding. Right now … Read more

Winter home tip: Create mini-destinations in your home. Earlier we talked about giving each room a clear purpose. You can take that idea further by creating small, purposeful corners or zones within a room. These mini-destinations make your home feel layered and welcoming, especially during long, dark winter days. You don’t need an entire spare … Read more

Kylee here — sharing a simple exterior update we added this summer: window boxes. They instantly boost the charm of our little Cape Cod–style home, and I love picturing them filled with different plants through the seasons. We chose self-watering window boxes and have been very happy with them. The self-watering reservoir lets us go … Read more

Happy weekend, friends! Recent Posts on The Inspired Room: Christmas Decor Ideas with Garland Greenery My Dining Room Candle Sconces + Favorite Battery-Operated Candles Enjoy the inspiration in this week’s Home Style Saturdays! StoneGable | Christmas Hot Chocolate Bar Designthusiasm | Christmas Living Room: Decorating with Holiday Metallics The Inspired Room | Simple and Beautiful … Read more

Last weekend I had the pleasure of hosting a Seattle Garden Party at The Home Depot. I had a wonderful time. My daughters, Kylee and Courtney, joined me and we spent the day meeting local families and readers, painting pots, planting herbs, and learning gardening tips from Master Gardener Teena Spindler. Amy Pennington provided delicious … Read more