| Published on Mar 27, 2024
In the realm of interior design, small living rooms present a unique challenge; how to maximize space, functionality, and beauty within limited constraints. Traditional interior design guidelines also apply to small living spaces, dictating how they should…
Raised beds have taken the gardening world by storm, and just about every vegetable gardener claims at least one raised bed in their design. But are raised beds better for gardening? People feel passionate about gardening in raised beds vs in ground…
| Published on Mar 27, 2024
Enhancing your home’s exterior is more than just adding curb appeal; these are investments that can increase your home’s aesthetic and monetary value. Making your home’s exterior look more expensive requires strategic planning and budgeting to create…
“White is not a good color in a garden,” says internationally-renowned landscape gardener Jinny Blom, whose paint range launches today. Over the last decade or so she has worked on developing colors that “read as white” when seen in a landscape—as well…
When my husband, Josh, and I moved to Brooklyn Heights a few years ago, we were lucky enough to find a parlor floor flat that hadn’t been updated for a couple of decades, so it was a blank slate. The kitchen in…
| Published on Mar 25, 2024
Updating an outdated dining room is an excellent way to breathe new life into a vital living space. Updating a dining room isn’t just about superficial changes; it is about revitalizing an area that holds important memories…
| Published on Mar 25, 2024
Plumbers don’t consciously keep secrets from you. They have a vast store of knowledge and don’t know what you don’t know. Usually, a plumber is in your house to solve a problem. Everyone wants the job done…
| Published on Mar 22, 2024
Interior design rules are the guiding principles for how we arrange and decorate harmonious and functional living spaces. From adhering to color guidelines to arranging the furniture symmetrically, these rules have been regarded as essential for creating…
Photography courtesy of Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
Text by Holly Seng
With scenic views of the Cascade Mountains and North Puget Sound, Skagit Valley, Washington, offers much to be admired when it comes to natural wonders. Each April, it’s the acres upon acres of…
| Published on Mar 21, 2024
Accent walls offer an easy way to break up space and add a focal point. They can accentuate home styles and allow for creativity. As times change, though, so do trends. While accent walls are still relevant,…