Plaid Blanket Source Our homes shape so much of daily life. As autumn and winter approach, we crave spaces that protect us from the elements and offer comfort, warmth, and a sense of belonging. A home should be a peaceful refuge where both small moments and major milestones feel meaningful. It’s rarely the newest sofa … Read more

Let’s nurture an autumn mindset for our home. To shape the mood we want in our homes this season, we begin by cultivating an autumn mindset. The other night my husband and I were watching TV when I glanced out the window and was surprised — it was 8 PM and completely dark, as if … Read more

Where Women Create Winter 2012 Giveaway I love exploring creative spaces, so it’s no surprise that I adore this magazine. Where Women Create is a delightful resource for anyone who finds inspiration through making and designing. To enter to win your own copy, simply leave a comment on this post describing your dream creative space. … Read more

image via Design Sponge no, this is not my closet or my bathroom. bummer. As I mentioned, I planned to follow along with Simple Mom’s Project Simplify challenge this week, though I procrastinated until Thursday. I have to confess — when I learned this week’s task was to work on our closet I panicked. MY … Read more

New England Home If I could design one room forever, it would be the kitchen. Kitchens are endlessly inspiring to me. I enjoy studying every decision the designer made — from cabinet style and lighting to countertops, ceiling details, tile, flooring, layout and accessories. All of these elements working together create distinct, beautiful spaces. When … Read more

Taste Interior Design Kitchens: Subway Tile & Two-Toned Cabinets I love subway tile. It’s timeless, effortlessly stylish, and can be affordable. I especially adore subway tile that runs from counter to ceiling or even floor to ceiling — a full subway tile wall creates a striking focal point and adds texture and polish to a … Read more

Hi friends, it’s Courtney (Melissa’s daughter)! After spending the past year in my parents’ lower-level apartment, I’ve moved into a cozy new one-bedroom in Bellingham, Washington — a charming waterfront town I’m excited to call home. Today I’m sharing an empty-apartment tour plus three mood boards that show my design plans. I’ve already made a … Read more

Click HERE for my Seattle house tour! .. Traditional Exterior by Structures Building Company House via Structures Building Co.   Traditional Hall by Structures Building Company   Traditional Kitchen by Structures Building Company   Tropical Porch by Structures Building Company   Traditional Living Room by Structures Building Company   Traditional Spaces by Structures Building Company … Read more

My office in my last home Right now the house feels a bit disorganized, almost like we’re moving in all over again. It isn’t that bad, but with furniture and boxes being hauled down the stairs and the basement turned into a temporary staging area, I’m definitely getting flashbacks of past moves. My kitchen in … Read more

Photos in this post: New England Home Before I start decorating or renovating a home, I try to imagine how I want it to feel in every season. Now that we have our new house, I’ve been daydreaming about life here as I pack up our old place and move belongings in. Those daydreams help … Read more