A U-shape is an effective and functional kitchen layout, especially when an island can be incorporated; it typically offers more counter...

There are two types of draperies, functional and stationary. Both are decorative elements yet they have differing requirements for...

Fabrics don't have to be neutral. Color can be fun. Bold colors are not for everyone. For those that love color, embrace it for your...

This living space has several layers. Bookcases and items on the shelves create a vertical element, texture, and color. Drapery is a soft...

A sunny window and a soft cushion make for a comfy place to sit, relax, unwind, take in the sunshine, stare at the view, and or to read....

Choosing new furniture requires knowing the size of the space and exploring the options. In this exercise below I use a project for a...

We are almost at the year mark of many people working from home out of necessity. If remote work was not a regular facet of one's...

It is never too early to think about aging in place. A home designed with this in mind is good for any stage of life. The top goal is to...

Details are what make a design interesting. As shown in this empty space, before my clients moved in, the detail has provided a beautiful...

The principles to successfully mixing patterns are color, scale, and shape. Color - there has to be a cohesive color match and...

Life in New Hampshire is feeling almost back to normal since the shut-down. I understand that things are different in many areas of the...

It's not a new idea to use a furniture piece as a bathroom vanity; I've done it many times for projects. My choice as has always been to...

The key to a successful furniture painting project is in the preparation. Surfaces to be painted need to have a dull finish so that...

I understand that not all people are neat freaks or obsessive organizers. However, an organized home makes life easier. There are so many...

Shelter-in-place has brought families together. It also has people cooking more than ever before. This may have highlighted challenges...

There has been much couch sitting during the COVID-19 shelter-in-place crisis. You may be realizing that your sofa isn't comfortable at...

This is the best Irish Soda Bread recipe you will find. It is moist and delicious. Ingredients 2 cups flour 2 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp....