European Heritage Animates an Illinois Home
Inspired by his celebrity father’s work, Marius Daugvila and his wife, Cheryl, remodeled their 1970s single-story ranch to pay tribute to the family’s Lithuanian heritage. Modern finishes and standard artwork mix in this warm, charming and handmade home that has…
Great Design Plant: Persimmon
In late autumn or early winter a leafless persimmon tree, branches bending beneath the weight of dozens (hundreds?) Of glistening orange fruits, looks like something from an early Japanese brush painting. Ahead of the fruit display, or combined with it,…
A Hilltop Family Home at Santa Cruz
Inspired by memories of childhood houses, Enid and Jim Brock constructed their house from scratch on a carefully selected plot using an ocean view from Santa Cruz, California. “I needed every area to be cozy, with a bright corner where…
Elements of Contemporary Coastal Style
Contemporary coastal design is defined by clean lines and natural materials and textures — so go daring but stick to straightforward lines and basic finishes. Create a neutral backdrop with smooth steel, timber and woven materials. Add interest with statement…
Turret
A turret is a round-walled projection common in Victorian structure. Constructing turrets is a mathematical and structural challenge for carpenters, but their decorative appeal is well worth the effort. Michael McKinley and Associates, LLC As with all the round turrets…
Sweetly Charming Ohio Family Cottage
Eclectic auction finds, handmade example goods, beautiful antiques and cherished family treasures have turned this household cabin into a warm and well-loved home. Donnie and Emma Salyer started renting their home in 1973 and bought it one year later. Over…
Expert Talk: Split the Bedroom With Wallpaper
Whether you would like to create an accent wall, a serene retreat, a modern girly room with a touch of rock and roll, or a custom space, there’s a bedroom wallpaper layout here that will please every member of your…
Bedeck Your Furniture With New Knobs and Pulls
We’ll admit it: We’re not DIYers. For some reason we can imagine turning a falling-down shack into a showplace, but can’t really visualize a paring end table using a brand new lease on life. It’s time to change all that!…
Pick the Ideal Dining Chair
Now that you have pinpointed the table you will be using, how will you match your chairs to your table? There are even more seat options out there than tables, so it can be hard to get the right match…
Guest Groups: A Luxuriously Functional Office Space
This year I am seeking to reorganize and make a more productive way of life, particularly with my blog and writing profession. Bearing that in mind, creating a relaxing and practical yet compact office is a must. Whether or not…