Hi, my name is Claire, and I’m a lighting addict. If there’s one home accessory I can’t get enough of, it’s a good light fixture… but of course, this addiction often comes at the expense of my poor wallet. Today’s fun and seriously easy project will add interest to any room that’s needing some extra light. The swiveling… read more
Tag Archives: interior design
Bring It Home :: Choosing Favorites
I (Cristina) was talking with a friend recently about the challenges of choosing a color palette when you’re sharing a space. Whether you’re cohabiting with friends, a significant other or your whole family, it can be quite the feat to design a space that will please everyone. My advice? When in doubt, choose blue. Forty percent… read more
Bring It Home :: Indoor Garden
House plants have a reputation for gathering dust and dating a room, but used correctly, some well-placed greenery can transform an entire space. Cristina here, and this room caught my eye with its creative use of plants as a room divider, a brilliant way to separate your living from your dining area without blocking light… read more
Transformed :: Take a Seat
Claire here, and if the warm weather is inspiring you to get outdoors and be creative, this cheery DIY project is for you. It’s a bit more involved than my gold brick bookends from last month, but the end result is one that’ll totally transform an entryway or cozy nook in your house. Two weeks ago… read more
Transformed :: Benched
This time of year, I’ll find any and every excuse to create a DIY that can be enjoyed outdoors. There’s nothing I love more than cozying up in the sun with a thrilling book, so I felt instantly inspired when Chanel suggested I make a bench for a backyard seating solution that’s perfect for just… read more
Transformed :: End of Story
One of my favorite parts of personalizing my home is dressing my shelves with knick knacks and beautiful books. A carefully curated shelf can be a work of art in itself, telling stories of travels, interests and aspirations. And what better way to finish off a bookshelf than with substantial bookends? As I began to… read more
10 Best :: Show-Stopping Accent Walls
What do you do when you find yourself craving a major upgrade in your living space? Ever since coming across this amazing floral mosaic wall on Pinterest, I’ve been obsessing over the idea of having an eye catching wall that boasts more than just a solid bold color, but an intricate pattern and texture too.… read more
Transformed :: Painted Pouf
Claire here, and I couldn’t be more excited to present to you all my latest project! Two weeks ago I asked for your suggestions on which pouf I should make, and though I loved them all, I took little bits of inspiration from each one to create a design that’s truly original and unique. After some trial… read more
Bring it Home :: Luxe for Less
One of Ryan Korban’s favorite words is expensive, ”for me it relates to everything, and it has nothing to do with money. It is the perfect description of how I want something to look.” And he certainly nailed it when designing his chic New York apartment pictured above. Cristina here, and I love the look of the expensive… read more
Transformed :: POUF!
It’s not often that I find time to kick back and relax, but when I do, I like to do it right. Because my charming little home boasts a proportionately tiny living room, I opt not to have a coffee table — which makes for a terrific space-saver, but in turn makes propping my feet… read more
