I had been dreaming about this kitchen for a very long time. The planning actually started together with the design of the house itself. From the beginning my goal was to create a timeless kitchen that would be functional, allow several people to cook at the same time, and comfortably host large gatherings. At the […]
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One big problem I have noticed in large, modern homes is that they echo. I do not know about you, but for me it is a very unpleasant side effect of large open spaces. If your house echoes, the issue goes beyond acoustics. Sound shapes how a space feels. Many modern homes look beautiful. Clean
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From chickens to flowers Did you know that we used to have chickens? Real, egg laying chickens, for which we built a very fancy chicken coop. But winters are quite harsh where we live, and without heating it was simply too hard for them to live there. So we decided to give them to another
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In my life, I have lived in several homes where space was not an asset. Living in tight spaces with my husband and even up to three kids taught me many important lessons about how to make small spaces work to your advantage and how to truly maximize what you have. For me, it is
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Walls do not have to stay flat to feel finished. Very often, what is missing is not color or furniture, but structure. Wall moulding and trim shape how a room feels long before decor comes into play. They guide the eye, create rhythm, and quietly influence how we perceive height, width, and balance. What I
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Plain walls can feel safe… but also a little boring. Wallpaper is beautiful, but it can be expensive, hard to remove, and sometimes scary to commit to especially in kids’ rooms where tastes change fast. One of my favorite solutions sits right in between: stenciling. It’s affordable, flexible, and surprisingly easy, even if you don’t consider
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Have you ever bought a rug just because it was on sale or looked good, and then realized it does not look right anywhere in your house? I have, and I have learned from it. I try not to buy anything unless I have a good place for it. That means I need to know
Have you ever walked into a room and felt that something is off, but you cannot put your finger on it? When your room feels off, nothing may look obviously wrong, yet the space does not feel comfortable or complete. This is a very common experience, and it rarely means you need to replace everything
Curtains are one of my favorite design tools. They can soften a room, add height, improve acoustics, and instantly make a space feel calmer and more finished. Drapes also absorb sound, which reduces echo and gives your home that cozy, hugged feeling that everyone loves. And the good news is that you do not need
A simple, friendly guide to getting that designer look — without the designer price. Perfectly hemmed curtains are one of those little designer secrets that instantly make a room feel more polished and expensive. Even the most affordable panels can look custom — truly. Ikea curtains are always a great choice, and with a little hemming, they
