The much-quoted English textile designer William Morris said, "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful." A worthy goal, to be sure, but a bit tricky to put into practice.
Like magpies flocking to shiny bits and bobbles, we are drawn to the latest...
Preparing a home for a new little one is an exciting project to undertake, but as many parents can tell you, it is one that can also get stressful, fast. Of course we all want to create the healthiest possible environment for baby, but with so many items to purchase and things to check off that to-do...
There is something so romantic about watching movies outdoors. The big screen, snuggling up under blankets when it gets chilly and being able to grab whatever you like to eat or drink from the house top my list of reasons to try this at home. Check out these truly magnificent examples of backyard screening...
Between home makeover TV shows and the wealth of online resources available today, there are more options than ever for those of us wanting to decorate and improve our homes on our own. But what happens when things just aren't coming together? DIY projects go awry, paint colors look wrong, color schemes...
We may not all be able to have a fancy decorator on call 24/7, but by learning from the pros you can cultivate that polished decorator look on your own. This month I have rounded up my top 20 favorite classic decorator touches. Add one or add them all, and your home will be feeling...
Sure, you could slave away scrubbing your house from top to bottom, but you can also refresh your home with a cleansing palette of citrus hues. The bracingly fresh colors of lemon, lime, and tangerine can do wonders for making a home feel clean and tidy without your having to lift...
We each have our own idea of what makes a perfect bathroom. It could be a spectacular view from the tub, a spalike ambience, classic English country fixtures, or rich colors and exotic, hand-painted tiles. Of course for many of us, a complete bathroom overhaul isn't in the cards.
No matter...
No matter what you call it — downsizing, voluntary simplicity, microliving — scaling back your home's size is one simple thing that can greatly reduce your carbon footprint. By living in a smaller than average house, you will use far less energy and water, and produce less waste. And, of course,...
In the mood to refresh your home this spring? From fixing up roadside furniture to installing an edible container garden and building a stone fire pit, these 10 DIY projects for the home and garden are for both newbies and pros.
Do you love your living room? When you are ready to unwind, curl up with a good book, watch TV or hang out with friends, is your living room a place that brings comfort, entertainment and a sense of harmony? For many of us, our living rooms fall short in at least one area. Here's some troubleshooting...
