Do you find it difficult to make styling decisions for your home? In this post I share a set of practical questions I use when studying inspirational rooms. These prompts help me see what I like, get inspired, and discover my own decorating voice. When I picture a richly layered, well-styled room, designer Sarah Richardson … Read more
Love The Home You Have from The Inspired Room on Vimeo. It’s such a charming little video. I still find it surreal that there’s a BOOK—and even a video trailer—to accompany it. Whether you live in your dream house or not, this book focuses on what it truly means to create a home and a … Read more
I hope you had a wonderful weekend. We were busy helping my daughter move and took Bella, our new puppy, over to start her new life with her. Having a puppy around for the past few weeks was a lot of work, and I confess I was a bit sad to see her go. I … Read more
It’s time for another drive-by! A few weeks after my last walk through Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood, my daughter Courtney and I returned to take more photos of the charming homes and details that make this area so lovely. Quick disclaimer: I’m not a stalker. I don’t peek into windows (except in jest). I simply enjoy … Read more
One of my most useful decorating tips is to weave beautiful, functional kitchen items into everyday routines. Below are 12+ affordable, practical ways I bring pretty pieces into my own kitchen — ideas that make daily tasks more enjoyable and that you can easily adapt to your home. Here are 12+ pretty and practical ways … Read more
Hello friends and Merry Christmas week to you! With just one night until our family arrives, I wanted to share a quick peek at our refreshed bedroom. I’ll have a more detailed update after the holidays, but I thought you might enjoy a few photos now. A few months ago we debated painting the room … Read more
Hi friends! I’m excited to share an update for the Makeover in a Month series. A group of blogging friends and I set a timeline to each start and finish a room makeover in our homes by the end of the month. Deadlines make you move fast—kind of like how a visit from company will … Read more
Gifts for Men :: Father’s Day Gifts Need inspiration for a perfect present for the men in your life this Father’s Day? Here are stylish, useful and thoughtful ideas for the modern dad. Enjoy! Below are curated gift suggestions across categories—from coffee gear to grooming, outdoor cooking to tech—that appeal to a range of … Read more
Lovely: open shelving, pretty dishes and perfectly aqua bead board. Pretty: decoupage a vanity or dresser with some summery paper. Add a quirky stool in green. Shiny: have your local glass shop cut mirrors for dresser drawers. A mirrored surface reflects sunlight and brightens any room. Blissful: hang a porch swing to create a relaxing … Read more
Recently I installed new bamboo shades in the family room and they’ve been wonderful—great for privacy and keeping the house cooler when the sun is strong. I liked the look of the shades on their own, but I wanted curtains too: something to soften the space, add texture, and create a layered, cozy feel. Finding … Read more