a sense of place: designing our forever family home by the sea Monday was one of the most exciting milestones in our renovation so far. We finally had the lighting installed above the island and dining table, and the moment we’d all been waiting for arrived: Beatrix, our blue range (named after Beatrix Potter), was … Read more

For as long as I can remember, I have been deeply passionate about creating a meaningful home. Over the years that passion inspired me to transform several houses into warm, livable spaces for our family. What began as a personal interest grew into a service helping others shape homes that reflect their lives, and later … Read more

Traditional Sunroom by London Furniture & Accessories Rise Art In our English Tudor in Portland, we added a corner to the kitchen that felt like a conservatory or garden room. I loved how much light poured in through the windows and how the space felt connected to the outdoors. Below are a couple of photos … Read more

I had been searching for a distinctive, non-traditional desk chair for a long time but hadn’t found anything that felt special. This weekend, with family visiting, we wandered through a local antique mall and thrift shop and stopped in our tracks when we saw this little iron chair. It was love at first sight. We … Read more

Rug Source // Checked Curtains (chambray color) // Patterned Blanket on Chair Arm (reversible and machine washable!) // Wood Chair Legs // Striped Ruffle Pillow // Bird Art // Brass Frames I adore this teal blue-green armchair, and it’s been clear over the years that many of you do too. It’s hard to believe I’ve … Read more

This post is in partnership with FilterEasy When we lived in our previous house, I thought we were pretty good about regular maintenance. It helped that the home was fairly new and we had updated many things ourselves, but every house needs seasonal care. Some tasks are easier to handle before weather turns colder and … Read more

MMerry, merry! Our holiday elves have gathered our favorite finds of the season so far. This list will be updated regularly, so bookmark the page and check back for new additions and restocks. We share our annual Christmas shop early because seasonal items often sell out quickly and many pieces are on sale now. We … Read more

House of Jade Interiors A bed is often the defining element in a bedroom: it sets the tone, anchors the design, and becomes the room’s focal point. Yet stylish beds can come with high price tags. Do you need to spend a fortune to create a beautiful, comfortable retreat? Not at all. Thoughtful choices let … Read more

TThis weekend we took a quick road trip back to Portland—specifically to my hometown of Lake Oswego—to celebrate my nephew’s high school graduation party and my niece’s voice recital. My husband doesn’t miss Portland much, but every return visit brings a wave of nostalgia for me. It’s where I grew up and where our children … Read more

Sources (see FULL source list at end of post!): Tablecloth with Tassel Trim // Bamboo Shades // Patterned Rug (Ocean/Gold color) // Rattan Dining Chairs // Blue Striped Slipcovers (Downey Blue fabric) // Parsons Dining Chairs // Jute Wrapped Chandelier with Shades // reversible throw blanket // Favorite Design Books I set the Easter table … Read more