Speaking from experience, it’s great to be the youngest in a pack of three kids. Despite what my siblings might tell you, as the baby of the family, I was not spoiled, and I did not get away with everything. As our family’s caboose, I was pulled along in the whirlwind of excitement that always … [Read more...]
Kids Room Transformation: Annabelle’s Room
I would love to have grown up as one of the Cook girls, with a mother who is a fearless decorator, who follows her spot-on instincts to create living spaces that are packed with personality. When I saw how Lisa and her middle daughter, Annabelle, reinvented Annabelle’s bedroom, I was agog. I wanted … [Read more...]
Kids Room Transformation: Ellie’s Room
It’s amazing how quickly kids grow. I’m gaining a new appreciation for this as my grandbaby Maeve seems to change before my eyes, leaving her toddlerhood behind and becoming an indomitable little girl with the world by the tail. As a lover of interior design, it’s particularly fun for me to … [Read more...]
The Heart of the Home
We may travel to the far corners of the globe on adventures … or put in long days at work, but most of our real living is done within a few square feet in our own homes. This special spot is both our launching pad and our safe harbor. It’s where we turn up the music and dance while tossing together … [Read more...]
Brighten Your Spaces with Updated Lighting
Want to give your interior spaces a fresh, clean look? It could be as easy as flipping a switch. Whether it’s a cool new lamp in your living room, a stylish pendent over your kitchen island or a statement-making chandelier for your entry, updating your lighting will give new energy to every room in … [Read more...]
Bedside Manners: Design Inspiration for Your Bedside Tables
Great bedrooms are made up of lots of design elements that work together to create a sensational look that is all your own. One important, but often overlooked, piece of the pretty puzzle is your bedside table. Think of them as bookends for your beautiful bed, practical and pretty all in one. Not … [Read more...]