Cottage kitchen via BHG Lately I’ve been reflecting on a theme I’ve mentioned here before: a quieter, more deliberate way of living. It isn’t about following a strict minimalist dogma or changing everything about my life. Instead, it’s a shift in how I measure fulfillment. As I get older, I find myself craving a steadier … Read more

I prefer simple, subtle transitions between seasons. September feels like early fall to me. I love how warm autumn light pours across books and apples on the mantel. That was my mantel last September. Although I appreciate simplicity, my style isn’t minimalist or overly crafted. I avoid fussy displays, not because craft is bad, but … Read more

My husband gave me these two little birds for our anniversary last spring. He held them out and said, “this one is you and the other is me.” Now that we are empty nesters, those two small birds feel even more meaningful. They sit in our home as a quiet reminder of our years together … Read more

While I’m still waiting to share the finished kitchen, I wanted to talk about another unfinished space in the house: the mint-and-pink bathroom. A few readers asked to see it after I mentioned the pink tub, so here it is. Would I choose mint green and pink for a bathroom design on purpose? Probably not. … Read more

Our 2024 Christmas Shop Christmas House Tour (2023) The Story of Our English-Inspired Cottage Kitchen at Christmas A Charming Winter Tradition: Window Candles My Favorite Evergreen Christmas Garland The 400 Square Foot Tiny Cottage Tour at Christmas Our Coastal Christmas Mantel How to Make Christmas Garland Extra Full and Festive 4 Reasons We Love the … Read more

Hi there! I’m Courtney, Melissa’s daughter, and I’m excited to share a full tour of my Seattle studio apartment. About a year and a half ago I moved into my first place and it has been such a joy to make it my own. I’m grateful for the natural light, cozy layout, and small-space solutions … Read more

Happy Saturday! Here are a few featured posts from The Inspired Room this week that bring cozy ideas and practical projects for your home: 3 Take Away Tips: Make Home Your Coziest Place to Be DIY Bathroom Makeover in a Month: Before & After Reveal Fall Puttering Playlist I hope these posts inspire you this … Read more

Country Living: Keller + Keller Fall Nesting Tips: #18 Small Changes Elevate everyday chores into small, beautiful moments. We all do laundry, sort paperwork, shower, and tend to the usual household tasks. During the long fall and winter months, performing the same routines indoors can feel monotonous or even gloomy—unless we intentionally create spaces that … Read more

I’m delighted to announce that my newest digital Dreambook is now available: the fall edition in the seasonal Dreambook series, If I Lived in a Cozy Cottage by the Sea. My daughters and I love creating these Dreambooks. We spend hours imagining, styling, and assembling each seasonal edition, and this fall collection is one of … Read more

House Beautiful Fire Pit Inspiration Sometimes I think I enjoy gardening even more than decorating. I love puttering around our yard, planning new plantings and small improvements that make the outdoor space feel like home. We truly live inside the city of Seattle, but our neighborhood feels peaceful and a little removed from downtown. Quiet … Read more