Located in the town of Topsfield in the north shore area of Massachusetts lies a classic coastal home by Cummings Architecture + Interiors designed with style and modern comfort. A wonderful mix of vintage and traditional decorating creates an ambiance perfect for any family. Photo by Cummings Architecture + Interiors The living room is dressed…
Are you like me and find yourself craving walks through neighborhoods of colorful trees with the crunch of leaves underfoot? If you can’t wait for fall and the glorious color it brings, get a head start by enjoying today’s lineup of awesome houses in the peak of fall season. Golden maple tree leaves strike…
Today is the last Friday of September and then we’re into full-on fall season. I’m still clinging to remnants of summer but looking forward to autumn’s color palette. We’ve scheduled a fall weekend trip to Wisconsin in October for a bit of leaf peeping and walking the shoreline of Lake Michigan. It’s fun to take…
My husband is from Pittsburgh and one thing I always notice when we visit his home town is the abundance of brick homes. He appreciates their low-maintenance appeal, while I love the diversity of style you can find in a brick house. Photo by Charles Hilton Architects One thing that would make me very…
Discover the joy and charm of a 1908 vine-covered New York Colonial home. Filled with simple style and farmhouse styling, it’s a classic home with timeless appeal. (All photos by Sarah Seung-McFarland.) Photo by Sarah Seung-McFarland The entryway is light and airy, with a nubby sisal rug at the bottom of the staircase. Photo…
This is our final full week of September before heading into October and all its glory. This is also the week that I’m getting all four wisdom teeth pulled! Wish me luck and then see what my blogging friends have to offer this last Tuesday of the month! Finding Silver Pennies | Summer Into Fall…
We’re coming upon the season of entertaining and gathering with friends and family. From cozy fall meals to holiday celebrations, now is a great time to turn a critical eye to your dining room if you want to spruce things up before festivities begin. Today’s collection of stunning wallpaper ideas might inspire you to give…
Get ready to fall in love with an amazingly beautiful French country home by Fergus Garber Architects located in the San Francisco area of California. The exterior will capture your heart first, and then you’ll fall even harder when you see the gorgeous yet comfortable interior spaces. A custom arched, wooden door greets you at…
I don’t think most people would choose an orange color for their bedroom due to its vibrant energy, but today’s collection of burnt orange bedroom ideas proves that this particular hue feels warm and inviting. Let’s start with a traditional bedroom that features the cozy color on the walls. Paired with creamy bedding and blue…
We’re near the end of summer and to bid farewell to my favorite season, I’m showcasing a stunning coastal home by Banks Design Associates located in Portland, Maine. Last summer we spent a short bit of time in Portland when we took a cruise over to Peak’s Island. Maine is still my favorite state! Photo…
Are you ready to enjoy 11 appealing living room designs that embrace comfortable furniture arrangements and cozy fireplaces? When it comes to fireplaces, I prefer the type that consider the entire layout and decor of the room. Some of the newer constructed homes in our area seem to put a small fireplace on an expansive…
Happy Tuesday, friends! Today’s Style Showcase continues with fall inspiration and two charming getaways. Fall is a time where I like to take short, nearby excursions to enjoy local festivals and the beauty of all the colors in the changing leaves. I’m showcasing a trip to Heritage Harbor, just one hour south of where I…
Do you remember learning about the Chicago fire in grade school? The fire displaced a lot of people from their homes. That’s when wealthier city dwellers built homes around Lake Geneva, Wisconsin until Chicago was rebuilt. Rather than sell their waterfront homes, they kept them as second homes for vacations. Two weeks ago hubby and…
Today we’re touring a fabulous modern ranch home in Sacramento by Design Shop Interiors. The decorating and architecture is a wonderful blend of rusticity and contemporary living, along with some unique elements you don’t often find. The front porch is immediately inviting with its honey-toned wooden doors and ceiling against simple white siding. A pair…
Happy Friday the 13th! The last time I wrote this in my blog was nine months ago in a fall-themed Friday Finds post last October. I love this time of year because there are so many things to enjoy. Apple picking, fall festivals, beautiful colors, amazing sunsets, and so much more. There’s no shortage of…
Pocket doors offer a unique and space-saving alternative to traditional doors that open into a room. By sliding seamlessly into the wall, these doors maximize floor space, enhance room flow, and create a clean, uncluttered look. Not to mention, they’re simply darn cute! This staircase landing area is filled with architectural details from the stairway…
