Tips for working from home!

A lot of people ask me how I handle working from home. As you can imagine, it can be very distracting if you aren't prepared for it! With house chores looking right at you, all your favorite things to do during your down time within eye sight, and no one checking on you to see what you've gotten done,...

Murphy Beds I Might Actually Use!

The idea of a murphy bed is a great option for those who are lacking in space, but it's hard to find one that actually looks comfortable! After doing some digging around, I actually found a few I might use:via popsugarThis one feels open and elegant, but also looks like it would close up to look like gorgeous storage!via...

Protecting your floors, caring for your rugs (lots of eye candy too!)

Rugs are artwork for your floors.  I have spent weeks agonizing over choosing a rug for my home.  I want something that is gorgeous (obviously), high quality, will last forever, and made with ethical standards.via Pinterest via Style Me PrettyWhile a high quality rug doesn't require a ton of maintenance, there are still steps you should take to ensure...

A luxe neoclassical home

I love this home and it's mix of feminine glamour and industrial strength. via Chango & CO

Smart Home Designs

Upgrading your home has always been a toss on whether you want to do something just for the joy of having it done the way you always wanted it to and what has the best resale value. These days it seems like many of us don't stay in one place very long so it doesn't seem smart to invest...

Timeless transitional

Transitional can take so many leans, I guess that's why I like it so much. It also has a timeless appeal, and timeless equals good taste. via Houzzvia Cure Design Groupvia Lonnyvia Houzzvia Chango & CO.via Home and DesignWhat do you think of transitional?

Bringing back the beadboard!

If you are on a tight budget but need a major makeover, a cheap solution might be right in front of you! Check out some awesome ways to use beadboard, and make it look expensive:via iheartnaptimevia homewithbaxtervia houzzvia 11magnolialanevia thistlewoodfarms

Adding a Bench Seat

With the cold weather coming, I've been in the mood to cuddle up around the house and have been looking for new spaces to find where I can have some sunshine and relax a little.via houseofturquoiseThese bench seats right by windows really give you a great view of the outdoors without having to go outside! via bhgThey also make great places to...

Chic and glamorous interiors by two different Chicago designers

Decorating genius by Chicago interior designers Summer Thornton and Buckingham Interiors. Using all of this color takes amazing vision to pull off.  It looks effortless here.Great soaking tubAny girl's dream closet...All images above via Summer Thronton DesignsBuckingham interiors has a slightly more luxe touch in the home below...Love this hall...love those counters.3 images above via Buckingham InteriorsWhich look to...

Going Modern in the Bathroom

Most would assume that going modern in a bathroom would make it look even more cold and sterile than it already does, but they haven't seen all the options yet!via decoistThe right lighting can make any room feel warm and plants get it a fresh look that bring a sense of comfort and color to the room.via bhgUsing neutral...