Welcome to the 2011 Christmas Home Tours @ The Inspired Room! I’m so glad you’re here! This is a worldwide, progressive Christmas open-house event—only better because you can visit everyone from your couch in comfy pajamas. My dream come true! Because my own Christmas Home Tour was a bit long, I’ve placed it in a … Read more
Country Living HHello, friends! I hope you’re enjoying some holiday downtime — I certainly am. It’s been lovely to relax with family, recharge, and begin dreaming about the year ahead. To keep that fresh, renewed feeling going, I wanted to share a few simple organization projects that are easy to start and can make a … Read more
This Monday’s mood board draws from familiar pieces in our living room to create a coastal cottage winter vibe. The most important design element is the mood itself. By focusing on mood, you can mix and swap items, use what you already own, and change accessories by season. Designing around a mood makes decorating flexible … Read more
Don’t forget to visit Your Picks, Your Place and vote every day! You can cast your vote for my design board or any of the other featured rooms. Each daily vote automatically enters you into the $10,000 shopping sweepstakes. You can vote at Your Picks, Your Place every single day between now and August 20th! … Read more
I have always loved beautiful dishes and thoughtful table settings, especially in spring. Today I’m sharing a peek at our new spring dinnerware, Easter tabletop pieces, and accessories from Williams Sonoma. Our kitchen and dining room renovation isn’t finished yet, but I’m already collecting favorite accessories and tableware so I’ll be ready when the rooms … Read more
@stefmturner Bathroom Design Inspiration Now that our remodel is complete, I’m excited to personalize other areas of the house—bathrooms included. We have a primary bathroom, a downstairs powder room with whale wallpaper, and another bathroom that my parents used before we built the Tiny Cottage. The bathrooms featured in today’s Sunday Strolls & Scrolls are … Read more
DIY board and batten walls! We made another small step forward with our bathroom updates using a Home Depot gift card. Progress is slow, but steady—and that’s what counts. Before I dive into the kids’ bathroom, you might remember I mentioned some items we planned for the powder room. Last weekend we picked up a … Read more
Rattan Cart // Cordless Lamp on Cart Can you believe there are only 9 weekends until Christmas? Our Christmas Decor Shop 2025 is live. This post offers a preview of mood boards featured in the shop along with photos of a few pieces we already own and love. Many of our favorite items sell out … Read more
About a year ago I realized something important was missing in my life: a creative space of my own. I didn’t just want a functional office; I wanted a room that would lift my spirits and spark new ideas. I needed a quiet spot away from the usual household bustle where I could be surrounded … Read more
Hello friends! Today I’m sharing cozy fall inspiration gathered from the bloggers featured in our weekly Home Style Saturdays roundup. If you’re ready to bring autumn warmth into your home, these ideas will help you create seasonal style in every room. Recent posts on The Inspired Room you might enjoy: 7 Steps to Make Your … Read more