When I last wrote about possibilities for our kitchen and dining room layout, I concluded we would keep the kitchen where it is and keep the dining room as a dining room rather than swapping the two spaces. That decision felt like a relief — it gave me at least one thing to be sure … Read more

Hi friends, Kylee here with a house update! You may have already seen my short video tour if you follow me on Instagram, but I wanted to share that we’ve officially moved into our new house in Portland. After a year of searching in a challenging market, we expected to end up with an expensive … Read more

Fall has arrived, and I couldn’t resist lighting the fireplace this weekend. It was delightfully cozy for those first few minutes—then a little too warm, but I still love this season. There’s something about autumn that makes home feel especially comforting and inviting. To help you embrace that cozy feeling, we’ve put together a FREE … Read more

Rattan Cart // Cordless Lamp on Cart Can you believe there are only 9 weekends until Christmas? Our Christmas Decor Shop 2025 is live. Below you’ll find a preview of mood boards and a selection of pieces we love and use in our home. We assemble our favorite finds early because popular items tend to … Read more

We recently passed through Portland after dropping my son off at a filmmaking camp with his cousin. My daughter and I stopped at our favorite bookstore, Powells, and spent hours browsing. It’s one of those places where you can lose track of time among the shelves. What did we bring home this time? A tall … Read more

I love small houses. For me the appeal is the challenge: make a home that is attractive, organized and practical all at once. In a small space every item should earn its keep, often by pulling double duty and contributing to both function and style. While browsing ideas today I found several smart solutions worth … Read more

BHG We’ve had an unusually cold and snowy winter here in the Northwest, especially in my hometown of Portland. Whether you get a lot of snow where you live or not, the freezing weather inevitably makes home feel like the coziest place to be. I’m happily settling into the new kitchen and truly enjoying having … Read more

Lauren Peelman on Instagram Now that August is almost here, I’m eagerly counting the days until my new white couch arrives. If you missed my earlier post about choosing a slipcovered white sofa, I linked it when I shared my plans. The delivery is scheduled for the third week of the month, and I’ve been … Read more

Irecently rearranged the seating in my living room and ended up with an awkward, empty space beside the fireplace. That gap bothered me — it’s one of our main spots to sit, especially in the cooler months — so I wanted something in that corner right away. Ideally I hoped to find a new favorite … Read more

This post is in partnership with Wayfair A few well-chosen accessories can transform the feeling of a room. When I shop for new pieces, I favor timeless items that will complement my style for years. Choosing versatile, classic pieces makes seasonal refreshes and rearranging much easier. Ideally, they work across multiple seasons and settings. Two … Read more