I’ve worked in and around the interior decorating industry for almost 20 years, and it’s never ceased to surprise me how people seem really afraid to decorate. That’s not to say they don’t want to or don’t enjoy the idea of it, but when it comes to actually pulling the trigger and making decisions about […]
Read MoreI am a huge proponent of spending time with nature. Be it the beach, the mountains or the forest – particularly the forest- being outside and away from the city leaves me with a sense of clarity, connection and relaxation I can’t get any other way. In fact, I try to get out into the […]
Read MoreFew things are as controversial in kitchen design as open shelves. Every time it comes up in conversation people are quick to say how much they hate them, yet I keep seeing them everywhere. So what’s the deal? Open shelves have gotten fairly popular because they’re inexpensive and contribute to an open and airy feeling. […]
Read MoreI’m a sucker for nostalgia. I think that’s why I like antiques and vintage pieces so much. I don’t like to overdo it, but a piece here an there evokes such a sense of character. Truly, there is something uniquely satisfying about bringing a piece of the past into your living space and using it […]
Read MoreEpoxy river tables are incredibly hot right now. It seems like they came out of nowhere, and now all of a sudden I’m seeing them all over the place. Houzz, Etsy, Pinterest, you name it. I have to admit, up until recently I wasn’t a fan. I thought they looked a bit cheesy and were […]
Read MoreThis past Spring I bought my first house. Goodbye savings, hello 30 years of financial responsibilities! Fortunately, I know a fair bit about the home-buying process. Not because I have a ton of personal experience, but because I work for a real estate investor and spend the majority of my day researching and writing about […]
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