Let’s take a trip across the pond today and visit a beautiful Georgian cottage by Lisette Voute Designs located near London. I think you’ll enjoy not only the custom details, but the great use of space throughout the light-filled home. Photo by Lisette Voute Designs The galley style kitchen is beyond amazing with its…
Who’s in the mood for simple Christmas decorations this year? Maybe there are other things you’d prefer to do this holiday season. Or maybe you’re just plain tired of all the work that goes into elaborate holiday decorating (like me). It’s okay to cut back. It doesn’t mean you have a bah humbug attitude. It…
Are you ready for a cozy line-up of Friday Finds? You’ll find some wonderful decorating inspiration in addition to a list of Christmas decorating trends to skip. Photo by Gabberts Design Studio Let’s start with a wonderful fall home tour from Joanna Anastasia. Her home is like a breath of fresh air with its color,…
Today we’re traveling to the east coast once again to tour a charming, traditional cape cod home with timeless appeal. The interior designer is Katie Rosenfeld who enjoys using a colorful, eclectic approach to design and decorating. She uses patterns freely to creative comfortable, livable spaces. A porthole mirror above the fireplace lends a nod…
When I first started blogging 13 years ago, painted finishes were all the rage. Bloggers were refinishing furniture with chalk paint and using color on painted trim in various rooms. Fast forward to today and wood finishes are reappearing to add warmth and texture to interior spaces. Today I have a collection of rooms that…
Let’s travel to sunny Spain today and tour a traditional home by Natalia Zubizarreta Interiors styled with color and practical living in mind. Plenty of windows allow natural light to flow inside. If I didn’t tell you this home was located in Spain, you’d probably never know. Photo by NATALIA ZUBIZARRETA INTERIORISMO I love…
Creating a cozy breakfast nook can transform your mornings, offering a delightful spot to sip coffee, enjoy a quick bite, or gather with loved ones. Whether you have a small kitchen corner or a dedicated dining space, these nine breakfast nook ideas will inspire you to create the perfect morning retreat. A beautiful round, white…
Beautiful Coronado is a beach resort city just across the bay from San Diego. It’s known to have the best beach in the U.S., and also has beautiful places to live – like today’s beach style home by Burnham Design. Photo by Burnham Design A lighted anchor overlooks the sunny white kitchen with a beautiful…
Subtle vintage charm fills the walls of today’s traditional home by Bret Franks Construction. We begin our tour in the kitchen’s dining nook that’s wrapped in expansive windows with ticking stripe curtains. A colorful striped area rug provides color beneath an antique dining set with a lovely bench. Photo by Bret Franks Construction, Inc. Another…
Cows in the pasture and chickens at the front door. That’s what you’ll see when you visit today’s historic farmhouse renovation by Jess Cooney Interiors. Located in eastern New York near the Massachusetts state line, this house feels like home at every turn, starting with the feathered reception upon arrival. Photo by Jess Cooney Interiors…
As the days get shorter and crisper, fall invites us to embrace warmth and coziness in our homes. From soft, textured blankets to vibrant seasonal accents, decorating for autumn is all about creating a space that feels inviting and snug. Be inspired by these 15 popular fall décor ideas to help you transform your home…
Today’s uplifting beach home by Stephens & Company, Inc. is located in the Boston area and features beautiful architecture and some amazing light fixtures. I’m impressed not only by this home’s chandeliers and lights, but its open spaces with bright and airy appeal. The first thing you see in the spacious living room is the…
This is the final post on Town and Country Living about my trip to the United Kingdom this past summer. Links to the previous posts including Reading and the Cotswold area are at the end of today’s photos, in case you missed them. Today I’m showcasing mostly beautiful Windsor, with a few photos of Eton…
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…
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…
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…
