aka: Chose the Funky Glasses. Sponsored by Lookmatic When I was finishing high school they asked what my plans were for the graduation video. I had two ideas for a career: fashion or home decorating. I loved both. Fashion made me feel fancy; houses made me happy. Both felt like creative ways to express personal … Read more

House Beautiful COZY & INVITING DINING ROOM We’re launching a short periodic mini-series within our Fall Nesting content this year called Cozy & Inviting. For this series I’ll study one room at a time, noting the details that create a warm, welcoming mood — even if the room isn’t everyone’s personal style. The first room … Read more

When we organized a pirate scavenger hunt for our son recently, he came home with a handful of little “treasures.” We cleared a shelf in his room and let him display the keepsakes from that day. The shelf became a rotating display he could update whenever he wanted. Over the years we’ve applied this idea … Read more

Sarah Richardson Dining Room I have finally started to find my decorating groove. Even though I’ve lived in this house for three years, I’m now able to focus on shaping it the way I want. I’m more certain about the feel I want in this home. I know how it reads in every season and … Read more

  For years I avoided fabric stores. I didn’t own a sewing machine, so buying fabric felt pointless. Window shopping was fun, but I tried not to bring anything home I couldn’t use. My mother sewed for me from time to time, so I did get new fabrics for curtains and pillows when she helped. … Read more

Oh clawfoot tubs, how I love you. House & Home House Beautiful House & Home | Sarah Richardson Design Country Living Creative Homebody This Old House House Beautiful Which one is your favorite? Clawfoot tubs are a timeless design element that can transform a bathroom from ordinary to striking. They work in a variety of … Read more

OWhen we decided to remodel our kitchen, I knew this was not a project to approach casually. Without a designer or architect guiding the choices and with a limited budget, I had to make thoughtful decisions from the start. This remodel wasn’t a quick fix and it wasn’t inexpensive, so I treated it as a … Read more

Oh my! Isn’t this pantry from Honey & Fitz simply gorgeous? If my pantry looked this organized and beautiful, I would love spending time in it. The clean lines, labeled storage, and thoughtful layout make it a space that’s both functional and inviting. While browsing blogs this week I discovered several inspiring posts. Highlights included … Read more

I was paging through The Inspired Room book this weekend and noticed how many of the same decor pieces and furniture we still use today. Over the years I’ve received so many messages from readers who recognize that I often style what I already own in new ways. I hope that encourages you — you … Read more

When we remodeled our kitchen, I pictured how lovely it would be to watch our pink-and-white magnolia through the window. It’s just as beautiful as I imagined—standing at the counter and looking out at those blooms makes ordinary kitchen tasks feel special. The flowers are fleeting, so I’m savoring every moment they’re here. The backyard … Read more