Unless you enjoy fumbling around in a windowless walk-in closet and risking bodily harm each time you walk into a pitch-black room (those kids and their Legos!), lighting is a necessity for every home. Indeed, light improves visibility in darkness, but it we depend on it in our homes for other reasons too. A […]
Kids’ Spaces That Are Fun And Functional
Sure, we’re still knee-deep in summer fun, but the reality is that in a mere few weeks, the kids will be home from camp, the tans will have faded and we’ll be back to our daily routines. And more time at home means more time spent in their bedrooms, so why not consider updating […]
How To…Roast Pineapples
If all you’ve been grilling thus far have been hamburgers and hot dogs, get ready to add some flavor to your fire. Roasting and grilling can enhance the taste of fruit, especially sugary ones like pineapple. Refreshing when it’s cut into cubes and serve chilled, the tropical fruit gets a delicious upgrade when it’s […]
Houseplants Bring Your Home To Life
Becoming a plant parent isn’t just a current trend—caring for houseplants has been something homeowners have been doing for decades. Any why wouldn’t you? Research shows that indoor plants contribute to our well-being, making us feel calm and less stressed. And as British interiors writer Ida Magntorn notes in her latest book The Sustainable […]
A Designer’s ‘True to Food’ Tour of Napa Valley
As a homeowner, you probably look to various sources for new ideas to bring to your home. You scour websites and blogs, scroll through social media feeds, tear pages from magazines—and read newsletters like this one word for word—for inspiration. But don’t fret if you feel like you’re always looking; the pros are always […]




