Historic Brownstone Renovation: Before & After Design Inspiration
Architects Jess Hinshaw and Andrew Fisk specialize in sensitive modernizations of old New York City structures: see, for instance, The Sentimental Minimalist, a tour of Jess’s own Brooklyn townhouse, and Andrea’s own Late-19th Century Quarters in Pinks, Greens, and Grays. The two run Shapeless Studio and one of the many designs of theirs that we’ve featured is A Kitchen that...
Casa Modesta: A Family House Turned Rural Retreat in Portugal’s Algarve
When friends of mine returned from a trip to southern Portugal a while back, they told me all about their secret find: Casa Modesta, a rural guest house on the Ria Formosa Nature Park in the Algarve. Before owner Carlos Fernandes and his sister, Vânia Brito Fernandes, inherited the house from their grandparents, it was a small 1940s house typical...
Best Modern Cabinet Knobs: Top 10 Stylish Hardware Ideas
The easiest (and cheapest) way to spiff up a kitchen: replace the cabinet knobs. Cabinet knobs may be small in size, but their impact is large: The right choice can make all the difference in a space. It’s also a great trick for upgrading a rental space. Here’s a roundup of our favorite modern knobs. Above: The Schoolhouse Riverwood Knob,...
10 Beautiful Embroidered Pillows That Instantly Elevate Your Home Decor
A simple embroidered pillow can turn an ordinary couch into a cozy, designer-looking space.”Happy Monday.I’m so glad you are here.(totals aside: Hello from the Carribean. I worked on the posts for this week and had them scheduled before I left so if you have a question or comment I will answer everything next week. We are having the most amazing...
11 Timeless Blue and White Living Room Ideas for a Fresh, Elegant Look
Blue and white—a color combo that evokes calm, clarity, and timeless style.You’ve heard me say it before, but every morning, I wake up the house.I know. I get it. It’s a little random. I just can’t help it.It’s true.I’m in a committed relationship with my house.Yesterday I walked into the front of the house and opened the vintage french doors...
Top 10 Inspiring Room Designs You’ll Love
Looking for fresh room design inspiration? Whether you’re redecorating your living room, bedroom, or entryway, these top 10 rooms will spark your creativity. Each space showcases different styles—from modern minimalism to cozy cottage charm—that you can easily apply to your own home.Happy almost New Year’s.Someone wise once wrote:Should old acquaintance be forgot and never brought to mind?I think that applies...
7 Stylish Ways to Decorate a Dough Bowl for Any Season
Dough bowls aren't just for baking — they make a stunning centerpiece for any room.Looking for simple ideas on how to decorate a dough bowl? Here are several ideas to decorate throughout the year. I have a giant dough bowl that makes its way around the house.Affectionately called the rowboat by my husband.I adore it and it gets on...
Le Doyenné Restaurant & Guesthouse: Farm-to-Table Dining & Design
To be filed under the perfect overnight adventure from Paris: Le Doyenné is a destination restaurant and farm—with guest rooms—on the grounds of Château de Saint-Vrain. It’s a culinary lab for Australian chefs Shaun Kelly and James Henry, both of whom have made a splash in their adopted country: Kelly served as head chef at the Australian Embassy in Paris;...