Our front room has evolved many times. It began as a traditional living room, but since we already had a family room and a TV room, we decided a larger sofa and extra chairs weren’t necessary. What we truly wanted was more breathing room. With a small entry and dining area nearby and this room … Read more

IIf you struggle to find enough storage in a small space, you’re not alone. Here are practical small-space tips and tricks that help me keep seasonal decor accessible without creating clutter. This post is in partnership with World Market A common question every decorating season: Where do you store seasonal decorative items you love but … Read more

instagram pic of my new settee ….still with tags! Did I scare you or are you excited? Nine weeks until Christmas already. I’m definitely in a holiday nesting mood. Despite ongoing projects around the house, I’m looking forward to the season and thinking about how to make it the best it can be. It’s been … Read more

Sponsored by Arhaus You’ve probably heard me talk about updating a home for fall by adding more texture. Many people ask what that actually means and how to do it. Texture is the mix of materials, patterns and finishes that make a room feel layered and inviting. Below I’ll share practical designer tips for adding … Read more

How to mix and match different hardware finishes is one of the most common questions I get. It can feel confusing—pick the wrong combo and a room can appear chaotic. We spent a long time deciding on hardware for our recent kitchen remodel. Starting from scratch felt overwhelming: gold or brass, nickel or black, one … Read more

Hi friends! I wanted to share an update about Bloom Bash, a two-day creative workshop in Seattle that I’m excited to be part of. Registration for Bloom Bash is now OPEN, and I’d love to meet some of you there. The Bloom Workshop aims to support women’s creative passions, build genuine community, and provide practical … Read more

Welcome — I’m glad you stopped by. If this is your first visit, hello and thank you for being here. Today I’m joining Gina from The Shabby Creek Cottage for her Summer Tour of Homes. The full lineup is at the end of this post. The sun has been out lately and I’ve been savoring … Read more

Blackband Design via HGTV Do you ever let yourself dream about what you’d do with unlimited space or an unlimited budget — or both? I do all the time. Although returning to reality can feel like a letdown, the dreaming process usually leaves me inspired with new ideas for my own home. Today I’m imagining … Read more

The autumn season is when homebodies like me naturally want the living room to feel cozy, layered, and settled. It’s a nesting time—before guests arrive or simply to make the home feel more comfortable. If you’ve followed along for a while, you might recall that every Thanksgiving for years I’d get the itch to redo … Read more

I’ve shared this lovely kitchen before — my friend Heather Bullard’s beautifully remodeled space. I’m showing it again because its layout is almost exactly like mine. The difference is that mine isn’t white yet, and it doesn’t feel as finished or as personal — at least not yet. The similarity is in the floor plan: … Read more