Revealing our jungle themed nursery has been a year in the making! As soon as we found out we were adding a little one to our family, we started dreaming about what style nursery we would want to create for them. We landed on a jungle nursery design because we loved being able to incorporate both animals and greenery into our space - two of our…

If you’re wondering what to do with your old furniture that you no longer love, you might want to consider updating that furniture to give it new life! Furniture styles come and go and as the years go on your tastes or lifestyle may have changed. When your current furniture is feeling old or not quite “you” anymore, it is probably time for a refresh. Instead of shelling out thousands to replace every piece of furniture in your home, there are easy ways for you to bring a new style and life to your older…

If you’re looking for a really simple way to make your cabinetry look high-end and custom for less, then you need to check out cabinet hardware backplates. With tons of options available for every aesthetic, this small investment can pay out big dividends in style and "WOW factor! If you have been with me for awhile, you will know that cabinet hardware is one of my very favorite things. Knobs and pulls are truly the jewelry of any room! For kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities, to built-ins and bars, there are so…

If you’re wondering what size pulls you should choose for your cabinets, you have come to the right place. When doing kitchen and bathroom remodels, cabinet hardware is something that is always an important thing to consider. Pulls are like jewelry that complete the look of a space by adding that finishing touch to the design. When working with clients, they often ask our opinion about choosing the right size…

You may have noticed that banquette seating is a popular kitchen and dining room trend right now and all I can say is - I am loving it! If you have been following me for awhile, you may have already read my Pros and Cons of Banquette Seating. The way I see it, there’s no question that…

Welcome to our list of LED garage lighting ideas to make your shop or workspace more functional! When you’re planning to use your garage for more than just a place to park a car, those single bulb fixtures or the limited light from a garage door opener just wont cut it. If you’re looking for functional shop lights to improve the overall brightness of your garage, you need want lighting that is both practical and cost-effective to…

If you’re looking for an easy way to add style and function to one of the most used areas of your home, then these narrow console tables for your entryway are going to fit the bill. We often encounter smaller entryways when working with clients that have older homes. Not having storage or a way to make this small space more functional is a daily frustration for many of them. An entryway is the first…

I have to admit, I have always been drawn to light fixtures, tile, wallpaper designs, rugs, and other home items and accessories that resemble flowers and leaves. If I had to guess why, I would say it’s something about the shapes and movement of plants that is so appealing to the eye. Just think about it, there is nothing quite as beautiful as what can be found in nature. The shapes, colors, textures, and overall…

Be honest - do you like your fireplace mantel? Really, if you had any choice in the whole world, would you choose the one you currently have? If you’re not in love with your mantel and considering a change or if you’re building a new space and adding a fireplace you might be intimidated by all your choices. Well, I want you to know you don’t have to be! Fireplace mantel kits are a simple way to…

If you’re searching though endless amounts of small chandeliers to find the perfect fit for your bathroom, you are in good company. I am designing my own home right now, and as much fun as that can be, it is also a lot of work! Light fixtures are incredibly important to me and not just for the functional purpose of lighting a room, but for what the right light fixture can do to…

Searching for the best lights to match my Delta Champagne Bronze faucets and hardware became quite a tricky task. If you have been following me for awhile, you may remember when I talked about my search for Coordinating Cabinet Hardware for a Delta Champagne Bronze Faucet. It was quite the process finding the right pieces to match…

Do you have extra hole in your sink deck that sits there empty? If you do, you’re not alone. We have seen it many times, maybe it has always been empty, or maybe you just aren’t using that old, broken sprayer anymore. Whatever the reason, you don’t have to live with a less-than-beautiful empty hole any longer. We are…

If you’re looking for the best vessel sink for your bathroom, we totally get it. Recently we were on a search for the very same thing for some of our wonderful clients. That search is what us inspired to share some of our vessel sink knowledge will you! So, What Is A Vessel Sink? Unlike a typical sink that is dropped into a countertop or installed under the countertop, vessel sinks are…

Finding the best laundry room storage ideas is a take I take very seriously. That’s because our laundry rooms are a small space with a big job! Lots of work happens in your laundry room. That’s why simple and effective storage solutions can make a huge difference in the overall function. If you’re looking to add more storage solutions to improve…

Looking for the best towel warmer to keep you warm and cozy year round? Then you have come to the right place! Let’s be honest, the thought of stepping out of a warm shower into the cold morning air is something most of us dread. Luckily, there is an easy way to keep your those warm feelings just a little while longer with one simple addition to your bathroom: A towel warmer!

Remodeling a kitchen is a complicated process that involves what can feel like endless decisions. In almost every kitchen remodel appointment we attend, clients seem to tell us they want to incorporate an island into their…

True or False: Open shelving isn’t the best solution for every room in the house. I want to get real for a minute. We need to have a heart-to-heart. I care about all of you, and more specifically I care that you have a functional home. Because I care I have to tell you this: Don’t put open shelving in your kitchen…

Our favorite modern matte black kitchen and bathroom faucets and coordinating cabinet hardware to tie it all together!

Workstation kitchen sinks are one of our favorite kitchen trends of 2019! Learn about the best features of workstation sinks and the benefits of adding one to your own home.

Pet gates and baby gates are part of all of our lives at some point or another! For many people those times may even coincide. The problem with many pet and baby gates is that although they may solve one problem, they seem to cause others. They can become a tripping hazard, be unstable…

Could a more organized mudroom mean a happier life? We sure think so! When considering remodeling or building a new home, a mudroom is a must-have for a modern family. Unlike the entryway, where function and style are equally important, in a mudroom function is king. Mudrooms are where we enter and leave our homes the majority of the time. Having a space that offers functional features can make life easier whether you have one or ten (or more!) people in your home…

Trying to find easy ways to update your family room? Then you’re in luck! There are lots of easy ways to breathe new life into this often used, favorite family room! Family rooms are a centerpiece of our homes. They are where we spend time with family and friends, relax after a long day, entertain the kids and enjoy late night movies. All in all, Family rooms get a lot of use! Believe it or not, if you're thinking about updating your own space, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg. There are simple and inexpensive ways to completely transform your space without remodeling, painting, or buying new furniture…

When you go to a restaurant, do you request a table or a booth? We are booth people. There is something so cozy about sitting in a somewhat enclosed space where you aren't having anyone bump into your chair or walk past and listen in as you have a private conversation. Banquette seating refers to benches and other furniture that is often tucked against a wall and may…

Looking for ideas to create your home’s best entryway? The entryway of our home is an area we seem to often overlook. We go through it multiple times a day, heading out in the world to live our lives, welcoming guests into our home to celebrate holidays, and lots of running in and out with pets. It may be one of the most used, yet under appreciated areas in the entire house. Luckily, a few small tweaks to the design in that space can make a world of difference! 

My formula for the perfect entryway, no matter the size, is….

Champagne bronze cabinet hardware to match that beautiful champagne bronze faucet - is it possible? Lucky for me (and probably you, if you find yourself here) - IT IS! Here’s is a little bit about how I discovered these amazing champagne bronze hardware options… True Story: I have been planning a fabulous wet bar for our current project for months. I love the look of black and brass, so when I saw an opportunity to do exactly that combination in an upcoming project I was beyond ecstatic! While designing the bar space, I found this beautiful Delta Faucet in Champagne Bronze that…

Have you heard of fandeliers, beautiful ceiling fan chandeliers? The day I discovered them, I almost couldn’t believe my eyes. I asked myself, “Can such a thing really exist?” As a realtor and a designer I meet with a lot of clients and see a lot of homes. The one thing that has stuck out to me recently is the trend of clients putting ceiling fans at the top of their "must-have" list. I'm guessing this comes…

If you found yourself here while on the hunt for waterproof rug pads that will work with your hardwood floors, you’re in good company. Rugs are used in the busiest and most lived-in parts of our home, which makes them a prime target for needing extra care and cleaning. If you have pets or children, it is likely your rugs have taken some abuse from accidents, spills, and other wet messes on …

Decorative wreaths for a front door are one of the best ways to instantly dress up or refresh your home’s exterior decor. Adding a wreath is a cost-effective and beautiful addition to any entryway. With nearly endless options for all seasons, holidays, and personal preferences, it is not hard to see why…

Move over traditional laundry baskets and hampers, rolling laundry carts are taking over in the home! Whether you know them as a rolling laundry hamper, laundry bin, or by some other name, these genius wheeled contraptions can make doing laundry a little more enjoyable - and who doesn’t appreciate that? In fact, in recent years we have noticed a trend in clients that are remodeling their laundry rooms… they are specifically requesting spaces for rolling laundry carts. No longer are we lugging around heavy laundry hampers full of dirty clothes or…

Everyone has likely enjoyed the comfort of one of the most popular home accessories out there, but have you ever wondered - what IS a throw blanket? If you have - don’t worry, you’re not alone! Throw blankets are one of my favorite gifts to give and to receive, because they can serve both functional and decorative purposes throughout a home. There’s nothing quite as cozy as curling up in your favorite spot with a throw blanket wrapped around your legs to keep you nice and cozy. So, you’re probably wondering what differentiates a throw blanket from other types of blankets…

As the weather gets colder you can stay toasty warm wherever you are with one of these decorative space heaters by your side! I am a person who does not love the cold and has always needed to have a space heater in my office or near me when I am working to avoid getting a chill. Over the years I have had many space heaters come and go that were functional, but definitely not what I would call ‘aesthetically pleasing’. One day, I was over at a…

Knurled and textured metal cabinet knobs and pulls are one of our favorite ways to add a more tough and edgy look to a kitchen, bathroom, or other built-in cabinetry. We often consider hardware as a type of jewelry you add to your cabinetry, the finishing touch that sets the tone for the space. Compared to other more common styles of cabinet knobs and pulls, the knurling adds texture to the hardware that makes it look and feel like something really substantial. For anyone who loves metals, mixing textures…

I believe that extra large leaning floor mirrors can add beauty and bold design to any room of a home. Having always been a big fan of using mirrors throughout my home, I knew I wanted to incorporate large mirrors wherever I could when designing the spaces for my next one. With tall ceilings and larger rooms than my previous house, it was a no-brainer that extra large mirrors would be making an appearance to keep everything at the appropriate scale and proportion. There are so many reasons that mirrors are one of my favorite decor pieces to use in any space. One of the main reasons is that oversized…

Picture this: it’s a perfect summer day, you’re relaxing in your outdoor hanging daybed reading a good book with a breeze gently swinging you from side to side. Sounds like a dream right? When I was planning the outdoor spaces in our new home, the one thing on my must-have list for the patio was a hanging daybed because of this exact vision! Swinging chairs have always been…

Choosing between a coffee table or ottoman can feel like having to choose between function and comfort, but don’t worry - you won’t have make that choice with our list of the best alternatives to a coffee table. When working on remodels, planning how furniture will lay out in the space is an important thing to consider. Often our clients will want to include both a coffee table and an ottoman in their living room. It isn’t hard to…

It’s true, I am always on the hunt for the best unique bathroom vanities for our clients’ bathroom remodel projects. If you found your way here, I am guessing you are on a similar search for your own unique vanity to create a spectacular powder room, master suite, or other bathroom in your home. Well, it’s a good thing you did because…