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Copy of Spruce Up Your Coffee Table
Feb 12, 2016
Copy of Spruce Up Your Coffee Table
Feb 12, 2016

Red bougainvilleas are beautiful off and on the branch. They create more interesting shapes than roses or tulips.

Feb 12, 2016
Copy of Homemade Ciabatta Bread
Feb 11, 2016
Copy of Homemade Ciabatta Bread
Feb 11, 2016

Nothing beats the slight tang and softness of a ciabatta. Here’s my recipe. Simply dip in some olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Feb 11, 2016
Copy of Three-Color Palette
Feb 10, 2016
Copy of Three-Color Palette
Feb 10, 2016

When it comes to choosing decorative pieces, you want to stick to a maximum of three colors. Then it’s all about placement.

Feb 10, 2016
Copy of Shelves over Cabinets
Feb 10, 2016
Copy of Shelves over Cabinets
Feb 10, 2016

If you have beautiful dishware and cookware, show them off with minimalist shelving. They’ll also be easier to access!

Feb 10, 2016
Copy of Bisecting Your Loft
Feb 9, 2016
Copy of Bisecting Your Loft
Feb 9, 2016

Discover how to make the most of your loft space by creating a second floor that doesn’t make you feel like a giant.

Feb 9, 2016
Copy of Midnight & Suflowers
Feb 8, 2016
Copy of Midnight & Suflowers
Feb 8, 2016

Painting a bedroom dark blue is an austere choice, but balancing it with white and gold can give it an unorthodox serenity.

Feb 8, 2016
Copy of Open Kitchen-Dining Combo
Feb 7, 2016
Copy of Open Kitchen-Dining Combo
Feb 7, 2016

The open kitchen can do a lot to make a narrow space feel wider. Here’s some tips and furniture suggestions to make it even more spacious.

Feb 7, 2016
Copy of Alignment
Feb 6, 2016
Copy of Alignment
Feb 6, 2016

Creating the best layout for your framed artwork can be a challenge. Luckily, these core design tenets can help you get started.

Feb 6, 2016
Copy of Chairs for the Foyer
Feb 6, 2016
Copy of Chairs for the Foyer
Feb 6, 2016

For the “no shoes” households: give your foyer a lush look with potted trees and antique wooden chairs.

Feb 6, 2016
Copy of Evolved Daybed
Feb 5, 2016
Copy of Evolved Daybed
Feb 5, 2016

Sometimes you want a living room that can double as a guest room. The daybed is a great couch solution that’s easy to convert.

Feb 5, 2016
Feb 4, 2016
Copy of The Absurdist Plays of Hank Monroe
Feb 4, 2016

Hank Monroe is one of my favorite playwrights. It would certainly be a dream to build a set to his magnum opus, “Fire Lily.”

Feb 4, 2016
Copy of Utilitarian Centerpieces
Feb 3, 2016
Copy of Utilitarian Centerpieces
Feb 3, 2016

You don’t need flowers to give nuance to a dining table. Simple objects can be combined to create a centerpiece that’s both beautiful and useful.

Feb 3, 2016
Copy of Don’t Be Afraid of Painting it Teal
Feb 2, 2016
Copy of Don’t Be Afraid of Painting it Teal
Feb 2, 2016

Give an accent wall some more personality by painting a thrift store find the same color. Cool jewelry can double as decoration.

Feb 2, 2016
Copy of Luxury Deck Furniture
Feb 1, 2016
Copy of Luxury Deck Furniture
Feb 1, 2016

When it comes to the outdoors, it’s wise to invest in furniture that can stand up to the elements. Here are some recommendations.

Feb 1, 2016
Copy of The Summer Home of Ada Basque
Jan 31, 2016
Copy of The Summer Home of Ada Basque
Jan 31, 2016

Artist Ada Basque gave us a tour of her beautiful home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she showed us how to use indigo.

Jan 31, 2016
Copy of Room to Work
Jan 30, 2016
Copy of Room to Work
Jan 30, 2016

A lucite desk can illuminate and open up your workspace at a low cost. Balance the look with a more intricate chair.

Jan 30, 2016
Copy of Modernizing the Tudor Cottage
Jan 28, 2016
Copy of Modernizing the Tudor Cottage
Jan 28, 2016

Tudor architecture is known for its exposed ceiling beams. Adding a little plaster and paint is a great way to update and add depth to a room.

Jan 28, 2016
Copy of Tropics
Jan 26, 2016
Copy of Tropics
Jan 26, 2016

From simple color-blocking to handmade throw pillows, a little DIY can not only brighten a room, it can transport you to a different place entirely.

Jan 26, 2016
Copy of Blackberry Vanilla Cake
Jan 23, 2016
Copy of Blackberry Vanilla Cake
Jan 23, 2016

Aside from being the only man at my friend’s baby shower, my favorite thing was the heavenly cake she baked.

Jan 23, 2016
Copy of Coffee with Rebellious Pottery Artist Felicia Burke
Jan 22, 2016
Copy of Coffee with Rebellious Pottery Artist Felicia Burke
Jan 22, 2016

You might not expect a potter to ride a motorcycle, but that’s just one of the assumptions Felicia Burke defies.

Jan 22, 2016
Copy of My Favorite Breakfast
Jan 21, 2016
Copy of My Favorite Breakfast
Jan 21, 2016

I love the tea and croissants my friend Heather makes. Here are some of her brewing and baking techniques.

Jan 21, 2016

 

 

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