‘Tis the season for Pinterest to beckon with the candle-lit glow of exquisite holiday tables and Rockwellian visions of family gatherings. But with a cupboard full of mismatched china from Grandma and mundane everyday dishes, we felt ill prepared for entertaining, so we brought in some professional help. With little more than glitter twine and […]
Pinterest is a veritable cornucopia of visual inspiration. So with Thanksgiving right around the corner, we’ve been scouring the boards for delightfully clever, totally unique and ultra chic (read: not at all cheesy!) décor ideas to help you throw a fabulous Thanksgiving fete. Below are a few of our faves: 1. White Pumpkins: Eschew the typical […]
In a sea of non-committal beige and 50 shades of white, decadent black walls are a distinctive choice. They’re alluring for their dramatic elegance, but can be an intimidating prospect for the home. Sure, black walls look fantastic in swanky hotels on the pages of Architectural Digest, but will they work in your humble abode? […]
My family calls me “the queen of online shopping.” Over the course of five years, I amassed a wealth of furnishings that seemingly came out of the woodwork the day after we closed on our mountain escape. I’m confident I saved a ton of money, but it didn’t come without some risk. Knowing how to […]
IKEA hacking—upgrading and embellishing affordable IKEA furniture to create a more unique piece—is all the rage these days. But even if hacking isn’t your thing (who’s got the time?), there’s a wealth of super chic, hack-free home décor to be had if you think inside the (big) box. At big-box prices, you can definitely afford […]
With its rustic stonewalls, this home feels as if it has stood for decades. But it’s actually a newly constructed building with geothermal heating, solar panels and other environmentally conscious features that have earned it LEED Gold certification. “We wouldn’t change a thing about the design of this home,” says the owner of a spacious house […]
In order to choose the ideal stool for any spot in your home, consider a few key elements like height, back, comfort and durability. Here’s a handy guide to help you select the perfect perch. Height Counter, bar or adjustable? Counter height is 24 to 26 inches, bar stool height is 29 to 30 inches. […]
With the polar vortex still fresh in our collective memories, we’re creating beautiful outdoor spaces that will help us hang on to the fleeting days of summer as the fall chill sets in. “We love sitting outside on cool nights with our blankets and enjoying the fire on our patio,” says Highland Park resident Julie […]
The old adage for wedding day luck and marital bliss is sage wisdom for decorating your home as well. Something Old, Something New There’s lot’s to love about of-the-moment design trends, and incorporating them into your home is half the fun of decorating. But you don’t want to find yourself living in the decorator’s version […]
When it comes to green décor, it’s a motley mosaic of shades. Some products are a smidge green, while others are a much deeper hue. There is so much variation in environmental responsibility, and no universal standards, which makes it difficult to know what to look for. When hunting for eco-friendly finds, we tend to […]
