Have you ever been to the northern end of lower Michigan? Perhaps you’ve visited charming Mackinac Island, a popular vacation spot situated between the mitten of Michigan and its upper peninsula. Today’s rustic lake house is located in Charlevoix, about an hour’s drive away from that beautiful island. Photo by The Quiet Moose While…
Are you ready to see inside a charming little farmhouse cottage nestled just south of Knoxville in Maryville, Tennessee? This is the Airbnb house that we stayed in two weeks ago and so far, is my favorite rental vacation home. I even made a video tour you can watch at the end of this post….
Welcome to the first part of my modern country fall home tour! I haven’t been in the mood to decorate for autumn, due to four gloomy days in a row. But when the sun came out on Sunday, I felt a pep in my step again and got busy decorating. First, let me give…
Today’s renovated cottage features warmth and texture in a fresh take. Dark blue paint combines with exposed brick and makes you feel like the interiors are wrapping you in a comfortable hug. Photo by West End Interiors A modern take on Windsor chairs are seen in the dining room with an used brick fireplace….
As if two stories of beautiful interior design weren’t enough, this traditional harbor house delights the eye with three stories. Although, looking at the exterior, you’ll notice a turquoise basement door that hints at another level of living space. Photo by Hendricks Churchill That same beautiful blue shade graces the front door, as well….
Let’s take a sunny, virtual trip to Santa Monica, California to enjoy touring a beautiful 1920’s Spanish colonial style home that’s fresh and light. One thing you’ll notice throughout today’s tour is graceful archways from room to room. Photo by Christine Markatos Design The living room is off-white but not at all boring. Wood…
I love when I find a house that’s just as beautiful (if not more) on the outside as it is on the inside. Today’s modern Texas farmhouse is a prime example of matching the interior to the exterior. Photo by Richard Hughes Architect Porches and decks on all levels provide ample opportunity to enjoy…
Welcome to a very special home tour today – one that I’m super excited to share with you! Get ready to step inside Fifi O’Neill’s Florida cottage, home of the popular and accomplished international style editor, author, creative director, and photo stylist. Let me just say that I was truly honored when Fifi asked me…
Little Rock, Arkansas has an historic district called the Heights district and it’s home to a charming brick cottage that we’re going to tour today. Hope you enjoy it! Photo by Kathryn J. LeMaster Art & Design Step inside and you’ll find an inviting and warm living room with gorgeous wood paneled walls with…
Today I’m super excited to share this charming, bright, and cheery Costa Brava cottage north of Barcelona that will certainly make you want to visit Spain someday, if you haven’t already. Photo by Nice Home Barcelona Step through the little blue front door and you’re greeted by a unique light fixture suspended from an…
Today’s home tour features the type of architectural exterior that I love. Interesting windows, porches on all levels, and a backdrop of trees that hug the property. Although I’m calling this a classic cottage, it’s not a small house – but the design elements learn toward cottage style. Photo by Heydt Designs A large…
Let’s head to North Carolina to tour a sweet dream cottage that looks fabulous both inside and out. Clean lines, rich wood floors, and a dash of color here and there create a comfortable, functional home. Photo by Mary Hannah Interiors Step through the double doors into the light and airy entryway. Note how…
Elegant and Farmhouse. That almost seems like a contradiction of terms. Farmhouse is a comfortable, relaxed style whereas “elegant” conjures up images of fancy gold mirrors and other high end furnishings. But “elegant farmhouse” is how Southern Farmhouse Designs, LLC describes this Texas home renovation project of theirs. Note: this is a previously published home…
Welcome to “Flow of Home” week! A small group of bloggers have joined me to show the actual layout of our homes in greater detail. One of my readers commented that she wished we’d feature wider angles of rooms in order to better show what our houses look like. That’s exactly what we’re attempting to…
Last week we toured a sunny beach style cottage, and today we’re doing just the opposite and enjoying a rustic ski barn that makes the most of the snow and winter season. Photo by Kelly and Abramson Architecture Gorgeous Windsor chairs gather round a large, natural wood dining room table (above), while Windsor-style bar…
There’s nothing like frigid winter temperatures that make you want to curl up in front of a fire in a cozy cabin retreat. Even if the weather isn’t cold, a rustic cabin is a great place to soothe your soul. Today’s Arizona home is wedged in the mountains and looks like the perfect little getaway…
