February 9, 2012
Posted in: Kitchen

The Collection: (Not So) Mellow Yellow

A few weeks back, we opened our mailbox to an always-pleasant surprise: the January 2012 issue of Martha Stewart Living. When we laid our eyes on the cover image (the very hard to ignore bright yellow and white New…

Have you ever caught yourself wondering whether the kitchens you see on the pages of design magazines could actually be that perfect? The truth (albeit a semi-frustrating one)? Yes and no. Yes, magazine editors are trained to find expertly designed homes,…

Please welcome back HGTV Host and Interior Design expert Lisa LaPorta in a continuing series of design inspiration videos. LaPorta will share her favorite tips on maximizing design in your kitchen and bath, then with each video our design…

January 31, 2012
Posted in: Interior Design

Style Editor: Back to Black

The color black is a funny thing. It’s one of the most comforting hues to don. We wear it in all capacities without thinking twice about it; it’s a fallback, a go-to for most people. Even in design, some…

January 26, 2012
Posted in: Bath

The Collection: Splish Splash

We are considering a clawfoot tub for our master bath and we’re looking for some ideas to help us fit it in with the rest of our home, which has a country charm about it – Melissa P., Portland,…

January 24, 2012
Posted in: Kitchen

Style Editor: Comfy Culinary Confines

Finding space to be comfy can be difficult, especially if you have small rooms in your home. Using cozy furnishings that have a purpose and aren’t too large, will leave you room to move around and still be stylish.…

January 19, 2012
Posted in: Kitchen

The Collection: Mod Squad

There’s something about mid-century modern design that attracts people of all ages. Maybe it’s the streamlined, unfussy aesthetic, or perhaps it’s the retro-yet-space-aged vibe—either way, adding mod touches gives your home that cool factor hard to find in many…

January 17, 2012
Posted in: Kitchen

Kitchen Solutions: Island Time

Conjure up an image of what your dream kitchen would be like. Did you do it? Was a sprawling island with counter seating and a plethora of storage part of that pretty mental picture (maybe it even looked something…

January 12, 2012
Posted in: Bath

The Collection: Soak It Up

Ah, the bathroom: For some, it’s the first stop in the morning, and the last stop at night; a functional space that doesn’t inspire anything more than basic grooming. Well, it doesn’t have to be that way! Take this…

Don’t be left in the dark when selecting luxurious lighting fixtures for your kitchen and bathroom. There’s a plethora of glowing options right at your fingertips and available at area home improvement and specialty stores. Interior lighting is essential…