You’re in for a treat today! I think you’re going to love this updated kitchen and dining nook by Tchotchkes Design Studio found in a beautiful home built in the 1940s. A unique archway gives a nod to the home’s birth date while the kitchen is functional for today’s busy lifestyle. Photo by Tchotchkes Design…
Remember when earth tones were popular back in the seventies? Knotty pine paneling was making its appearance in family rooms across America. Couple it with the popular harvest gold and avocado green tones from that era and your home was in high style. Warm, earthy tones are making a come back in every room of…
You may have noticed that shades of red is making a comeback. Neutrals continue to remain popular but tonal reds are enjoying a comeback, from wine and burgundy to warmer hues like brick tones. If you’re a fan of red, this news should be music to your ears! Some people are a bit fearful of…
Decorating styles come and go and we’re currently seeing an increasing trend in people craving colorful kitchens after the mass popularity of white kitchens is fading. Here are 13 beautiful examples of charming kitchens with pretty colors! Photo by Fireclay Tile Adding color to a mostly white kitchen is easy to do. Here, Alison Kandler,…
Today I’m excited to share an affordable outdoor kitchen idea by DeGoey Designs that also happens to be quite pretty. I’m definitely filing this space away for next year’s outdoor plans. We just added a new paver patio area and I think a smaller version of this kitchen would work perfectly in that space. (This…
If you frequent my blog, you might already know that I prefer quaint European kitchens over expansive U.S. kitchens that come equipped with all the bells and whistles. So it’s no surprise that this cozy white kitchen by British Standard by Plain English caught my eye and heart all at the same time. (This post…
In my humble opinion, European kitchens are the most appealing due to their earthy, organic style. When you see one in a magazine, you just feel like the food prepared in it is going to taste better. Today we’re looking specifically at the French kitchen style and how you can accessorize your own kitchen to…
Take a trip with me to Indianapolis to see this gorgeous, mid-size transitional kitchen by aaNovo! What I find so endearing about this kitchen is its clean lines with subtle farmhouse touches. You won’t find a lot of clutter, which allows you to appreciate all the design details. Photo by aaNovo Indianapolis is home to…
When you live in an old house, storage is a highly-prized commodity. In the good old days, homes were taxed on their number of rooms. Closets were counted as a room so many older houses have as few closets as possible to help keep real estate taxes down. We have one closet in our house…
I know, I know. Most people think that all-white kitchens are cold-looking, not warm. But I think this white Scandinavian kitchen will convince you that there is such a thing as “warm white” when it comes to interior spaces. After all, even light bulbs are defined by the type of white light they produce, from…
When you talk about cottage style, it doesn’t necessarily apply to small living spaces. If you subscribe to any of the cottage style magazines available today, you’ll notice some of the featured homes are actually quite large. Cottage style is first and foremost comfortable, often colorful, and signified by slightly worn finishes and painted furniture….
Today I’ve got a cheery, Scandinavian cottage style kitchen to share with you! When I came across this beauty it felt so homey and casual. It’s not perfection – instead, it looks lived in and loved. It’s the type of kitchen where homemade meals taste their best because you know a lot of love went…
Are you lovin’ the longer days of spring as much as I am? It’s incredible how a few more hours of daylight can put a pep in your step. Today I thought it’d be fun to share some photos of my kitchen from 5 years ago. It includes the pops of yellow that I’ve been…
Glass front cabinets are a great way to create the illusion of more space in a room while also showcasing favorite dishes or trinkets. You’ll find a range of options, including the popular choices shown here. Photo by If this cabinet had solid wood doors, it would appear top heavy in this space….
One thing about historic homes – they don’t always have the best kitchens. They’re typically small and not very functional by today’s standards. Such was the case for a 1900s kitchen remodel by Haven Design and Construction that now proudly displays accents of dark blue against white cabinetry. Photo by Haven Design and Construction …
Teal-colored kitchen cabinets can’t help but create a joyful space for meal preparation and cooking. Add a fun-patterned wall and you’ve got a perfect recipe for a happy kitchen like this one by Victoria Sheffield. Photo by Victoria Sheffield Clusters of pendant lights shine down on the large kitchen island with pretty wood bar…
