This post created in partnership with TIKI Brand When we moved to Seattle last fall, our top priority was to spend more time together as a family. We knew some remodeling would be necessary, but the location and many features of the house promised easy opportunities for shared moments and everyday connection. One of our … Read more

I always get energized to work on the house during the holidays. It’s funny, but almost every Thanksgiving, regardless of which home I’m in, I end up painting walls. It does create some festive chaos, but it’s worth it. This year we’re finishing the hallway and starting the bedroom paint — small victories that make … Read more

You know how confusing it can be when your decorating style is evolving — when you’re working with pieces you’ve collected over time while bringing in new finds? If you like to build a home gradually or prefer to reuse what you already own, this scenario will be familiar. Many of us love a variety … Read more

House Beautiful When was the last time you updated your master bedroom? Lately I’ve been asking myself that question. House Beautiful Although we only recently moved into this house, I’ve used the same bedding for nearly ten years. It’s high quality and still in great shape, and its neutral, classic look has served well. Still, … Read more

New England Home Do you ever find yourself stuck, unsure which direction to take with a room so you end up doing nothing? I do. If you want to make real progress on a room this month, take the ideas here as inspiration — and permission — to make a decision. It doesn’t need to … Read more

It’s surprising how much clutter can accumulate in a home, especially when there’s ample closet and storage space. Whether your house is large, you’ve lived in it for many years, or you raised a family there, chances are you have items you no longer use and can safely let go of. Beyond the obvious things … Read more

Happy Monday! I’ve been asking my daughter Kylee — who you may recognize from The Inspired Room for her charming illustrated recipes and her wedding photos — to share a bit about her recent move into the townhouse she purchased. She’s finally here to introduce her new space. She’ll share more about living in a … Read more

via Historical Concepts It’s been well over a decade since we moved out of our small English-style cottage in the Eastmoreland neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. Time has a way of carrying memories forward, and I still think fondly of that house. It sat on a tree-lined street full of charming older homes. Ours was one … Read more

Gray and white striped stair way and wall {stripe tutorial} COLOR INSPIRATION For most of the homes I’ve owned, I’ve preferred neutral wall colors—often a simple white or off-white. I felt the architecture in older houses spoke for itself and didn’t need bold color to highlight its charm. My new home is a craftsman-style house … Read more

Color Blocking: BHG Fall Decorating Nature sets the trends for fall decorating. These elegant fall branches feel especially modern when grouped by color to create a simple color-blocking display. The result is both bold and organic — a quick way to add seasonal impact without clutter. I’ve been traveling recently and I’m looking forward to … Read more