House Tour | Living Room
About a year ago, we renovated our home. It was the kind of renovation that requires you to move out for several months. Serious. We took...
My Field Trip to the Lumber Yard | How to Get the Best Deal on Wood
Do you love reclaimed wood, but not the prices? Go with me on a field trip to the lumber yard to explore the alternatives. Also, learn why w
Redesign Your Kitchen Cabinets in 1 Hour
The kitchen is the most important room in most family homes. In vacation homes, kitchens rank high as a priority for renters. When you...
Get Ready, Set, Go! The 1st HUGE Design Choices You Make When Building Or Renovating
Are you building or renovating a home? Well, me, too! If you're anything at all like me, it feels just a bit overwhelming. Once you've...
House Tour | How to Pack Style & Functionality into a Small Closet
I've been blogging for a few months and there is one house that's missing from all of my posts...mine! Welp, that changes today. Why?...
5 Reasons to Build a Custom Home (in your LIFETIME!)
Let's face it. You are unlikely to find everything you want in an existing home. Whether it's your primary home or a vacation home like...
Working with an In-house Designer at West Elm
Let’s be clear, I am a design enthusiast, not an interior designer. Yes, I’ve taken a class or two and decorated a handful of houses, but...
How to Choose the Best Wood Floors for a Vacation Rental
Let's face it. There are a myriad of flooring choices - carpet, tile, wood, concrete and more! For our vacation rental, we quickly...
Flourless Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Confession. Even when I'm dieting or just eating healthy, I have to end my day (and sometimes most meals) with a little something sweet....
When New Home Construction Delays Are a Good Thing!
I used to go to church a lot more than I do now. Over the years, I have heard one of my favorite sermons preached on 2 separate occasions...