If you’ve ever tried to pick hardwood floors, you know it’s not as easy as it looks. You start with a simple idea—I just want beautiful floors!—and suddenly, you’re deep in a rabbit hole of solid vs. engineered, wide planks vs. narrow, beveled edges vs. smooth, matte vs. satin finishes… and let’s not even get […]
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from building a home, it’s that the smallest decision can feel the most overwhelming. Case in point: I recently walked into the plumbing fixture showroom thinking I knew exactly what I wanted—a classic, polished nickel faucet. Something with vintage charm that would give our new kitchen some character. Especially […]
The other day, Roger and I were talking about our new home build, and I brought up the ensuite bathroom. “We need to figure out the design for the vanity soon,” I said. Roger, always practical, suggested, “Why not go with a pre-built one?” Honestly? My first reaction was, “Absolutely not.” I’ve been dreaming about […]
The other day, Roger and I were at the flooring store, starting to narrow down options for our new home build. We’d pulled a handful of engineered hardwood samples, and as we looked at them, Roger leaned a few against the rack to compare. I stopped him. “Wait. That’s not how you should test flooring.” […]
I recently had a client reach out to me for advice on renovating her basement bathroom—a space mainly used by her teenage boys. Since she’s investing time and money into this bathroom remodel project, she also wants to create a spa-like atmosphere similar to what she sees on Instagram and decorating shows. Her goals are […]
Lighting is more than just a functional necessity in our homes; it’s a key element that adds design and visual interest to a space. The right light fixture can transform a room, making it feel warm, inviting, and stylish. I’ve often heard that lighting is like the jewelry of interior design, and I couldn’t agree […]
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