Outside In: The Gardens and Houses of Tichenor & Thorp
One of my favorite books from 2017, hands down - Outside In by M. Brian Tichenor and Raun Thorp with Judith Nasatir. Outside In combines two loves of mine, interiors and gardens.
A little teaser before we begin?
From Vendome Press (the lesser quality images are from me)
From the publisher
"Deeply fluent in the Mediterranean and American vernaculars and the modern forms...
4 Tell-Tale Signs That Your Tumble Dryer Needs to be Repaired
It usually happens just after the Christmas period. Your kids are due back to school after the festivities, and now you’re rushing around trying to get clothes ready. Unfortunately for you, your tumble dryer has other ideas and decides to pack up. It’s one of the worst times for a tumble dryer to break. Not only is it too...
Pretty organization inspiration
Ever since the birth of my first son Leo I've been very into organization. I always liked being organized, but it wasn't until I was faced with the fact that we'd have to fit a child and all of his toys and gear in our tiny rancher that it became extremely beneficial. Now with our second son Beau's arrival,...
3 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is without a shadow of a doubt one of the most important technological innovations of recent times. For those of us who still remember the days of dial-up internet, the advent of broadband internet, and eventually, the wireless connectivity that Wi-Fi bought, the leap from one step of technology to the next has been truly revolutionary, in every...
5 Things That Might Cost You This Winter
As the temperature gets colder, more and more people rely on energy and electricity to keep their homes nice and warm. But are you being energy – and money – efficient when it comes to heating your home? Here are a few things that might be costing you major money without you even knowing it.
via Pinterest via Style at...
Fresh Christmas decorating ideas
Less than a week before Christmas to get your decorations up. Here are a few ideas to keep you seasonal decor looking inspired.
Love the outdoor lanterns used on the porch.
The orange here really adds an unexpected freshness.
via DigsDigs
Favorite childhood ornaments hang from the stair spindles - adorable...
via Celebrate and Decorate
I love the sweeping effect of the banister garland.
via All...
Christmas Home Tours
Some great Christmas Home Tours you won't want to miss, they have brilliant ideas, easy crafts, and interesting decor I've never seen before!
Four Generations Under One Roof
Fern Creek Cottage
Pretty Handy Girl
Beneath My Heart
How to Choose Artwork for Your Home
Artwork can complement a room and bring out its best elements, or can completely clash with it and ruin the whole design. Unfortunately, too many people don’t how to pick artwork correctly and end up making mistakes that could be easily avoided. The good news is that you don’t have to be an expert designer to understand how to...
Modern Farmhouse tour
Modern Farmhouse
Talk about bright and airy! The overall white walls in this home and amazingly high ceilings say anything but dark old farmhouse. I would have loved to see images of this home prior to the renovation. The house is in New South Wales. The couple fell in love with it's character and decided to give it a modern...
Inspiring Architecture: Poetry of Place book review
Poetry of Place is one of my favorite books of the year, hands down. Perusing the book is like taking a tour through some of the most beautiful homes and properties I've ever seen, and the photography makes the escape complete.
"Poetry of Place: The New Architecture and Interiors of McAlpine (Rizzoli 2017). Continuing the story from his best selling first book, Bobby...