Be prepared to fall in love with this fresh and bright “hygge house” by Swan Architecture located in Minneapolis. It’s got a clean, transitional style with a bit of Scandinavia tossed in for fun. Photo by Andrea Swan – Swan Architecture The front porch welcomes you with a pair of blue-gray Adirondack chairs and…
Ahh spring! Who doesn’t love this season that features the reawakening of the earth from its long slumber? If you’ve been bit by the spring fever bug, consider elevating your home’s spring curb appeal with today’s ideas for decorating the front porch or door. A big statement maker that’s easy to accomplish is the use…
You can tell spring is coming by today’s lineup of inspiration for Style Showcase. Our thoughts turn to lighter colors, Easter celebrations, and all things that welcome longer days with slightly warmer breezes. Worthing Court | How to Decorate a Small Front Porch Suzy has gathered a collection of sweet little small porches for you…
Whenever you get Fifi O’Neill and photographer Mark Lohman together in the same room, magical things are bound to happen. In Fifi’s latest book, The Romantic Home, you’ll enjoy vintage treasures artfully displayed in 11 homes across the country. From Rhode Island to California, each dwelling has its own unique style, each one with its…
Today’s featured house by GLDesign truly feels like a modern-style storybook home to me. Rescued after Hurricane Sandy, the home retains a lot of its original charm, but in a better state. Each room is light and airy and features a generous use of white paint and warm wood finishes. Get ready to fall in…
In keeping with the spring fever I’ve been feeling these days, I’m sharing a beautiful collection of pastel kitchens that evoke a serene vibe while creating plenty of pretty style. When I was first married I loved decorating in soft pastel tones and that part of me has never truly gone away. In fact, I…
Welcome to the month of March! It always feels good to get January and February behind us and look forward to the earth coming alive again. Would you believe me if I told you we had 70 degree weather on Tuesday and 30 degree temps on Wednesday this week? The drastic change also brought hail,…
Kitchen renovations can get quite pricey if you have lots of cabinets to replace or your floor needs an update. But have you ever thought of adding a spice of new life with colorful kitchen appliances? Photo by Diana Sawicki Interior Design Inc. Let’s start with the color blue which can have a pretty…
Today we’re headed to the charming town of Haddonfield, New Jersey to tour a beautifully appointed, traditional white house by SHOPHOUSE. The interiors are somewhat elegant and have a spring-fresh vibe that’s uplifting to your spirits. And wait until you see the master suite. It’s pretty amazing. The large front porch and black shutters on…
In my mind, work has already started on my garden. I’m dreaming of more flowers and less vegetables because truth be told, we don’t eat all the vegetables and I hate to see them rotting on the vine. My Style Showcase friends seem to be on the same mind track today as three of us…
Tomorrow my new love seat arrives and I’m so excited. The living room is coming together slowly but surely. I’m taking my time finding just the right pieces, as opposed to rushing into the decorating process just to get it done. I’ve been browsing inspiration photos and came across a collection of beautiful white and…
Get ready to be impressed when you step into a new coastal home by Emily Moss Designs. Inside and out, this Bradenton, Florida home is beautifully designed and decorated for casual comfort. The navy blue and white exterior gives a hint to what you’ll find when you cross the threshold from the pretty porch. Make…
Happy Saturday morning, friends! It’s hard to be in a gloomy mood when the birds are singing, the spring bulbs are making their appearance, and the sun is shining. To celebrate the upcoming spring season, I’m sharing a collection of colorful pastel houses that are sure to make you smile. This pretty Victorian duo is…
On Tuesday this week, I saw my first robin of 2024. That’s kind of a big deal in the Chicago area. We always say spring has officially sprung once the robins return, and normally that doesn’t happen until March. So I’m hopeful that this year’s milder winter will continue and give way to an early…
I’m placing a bet right now that you’re going to love today’s home tour. This Wisconsin lake house by Park and Oak Design is filled with modern country style that’s fresh, clean, warm, and inviting all at once. Pure perfection! Photo by Park and Oak Design And guess what? The design firm is just a…
My son texted me today to tell me he was working from home and had the windows open. It reminds me of how wonderful it is to crack the windows the first time after winter and enjoy fresh air inside the house. This then got me to thinking about giving the bedroom a spring refresh….
