A Quick Guide to the Wet Bar Renaissance Did you know the wet bar can be traced back to Victorian times? Tea trolleys were invented and quickly spread as they were the most convenient way to transport elaborate afternoon tea to everyone from train passengers to ro [...]
What is the Quiet Luxury Design Revolution? Quiet luxury isn't just a passing trend; it's a philosophy that brings understated elegance and subtle sophistication to the forefront. It moves away from flashy or opulent styles that demand attention, instead embracing [...]
Mixed Metals in Home Design: When and Where to Use Them Ever pondered the perfect mix of metals to spruce up your space? Wondering where to blend them for maximum effect? Or maybe you're curious about the no-go zones in metal mixing? These are all valid questions [...]
Designing Kitchens Perfectly Suited for the Young and Old The kitchen isn't just a space for cooking; it's the heart of the home, where everyone should feel welcome. Designing kitchens that cater to both the young and the young at heart is something to keep in min [...]
Springing into Kitchen Design: Floral Prints, Muted Vibrants and Stylized Art Designing a Kitchen That Blooms This Spring Spring has almost sprung, and so has this year's kitchen design inspiration. Sprouting up this season are fresh floral prints, muted vibrant c [...]
The Complete Guide to Mud Room Design Ever wonder how to turn that transitional space from the outdoors of your home into a picture of cleanliness and organization? Welcome to the whimsical world of mudroom design. While the concept of a mudroom may be a newer one [...]
Nature Indoors and Out in Kitchen Design Indoor/outdoor living has been around for a while, but have you thought about incorporating it specifically in your kitchen? Nothing is more soothing than enjoying a meal al fresco. The fresh air, gentle breeze, and sunshin [...]
How the Primary Bathroom Will Undergo a Metamorphosis in the Near Future Primary bathrooms in single-family housing have surprisingly short historical roots. Until the 1970s/1980s, it was common for single-family homes to have only one bathroom shared by everyone, [...]
Why the Tub/Shower Combo is Back in Multifamily and Single-Family Housing We are all familiar with this classic design choice for bathrooms—you might even have one in your home right now. While some may view this style as somewhat dated, the tub/shower combo is ma [...]
The Best Faucets for Tight Spaces In urban settings especially, tight spaces are simply the norm. Space is at a premium and so rooms become smaller. This can be a problem everywhere but tends to matter most in the kitchen or bathroom. When deciding on faucets for [...]
