Area Rugs for Any Season

The irony of this post is I’ve had the HARDEST time selecting rugs for our place - so much so that I’ve come to really like the hardwood floors! That said, I’m closing in on making a few decisions, because there really is nothing more cozy than stepping foot on a soft, plush texture. These are among the top contenders… I hope you appreciate the varied selection, enjoy!

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Tales of True Life: The D Word

Welcome to my new series! Every Friday I will be sharing a post centered around a personal life experience that has influenced my journey and design philosophy. I believe it is our stories that make us who we are, and sharing has the power to help inspire and lift others up. I have always appreciated others’ realness, and I feel in my heart it’s my turn to offer up the same. So, here we go…

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Essential DIY Closet Enhancements

I didn’t realize how ineffective most closet setups are until recently. Typically (in rental properties especially), a closet contains one hanging rod and maybe one shelf up above. Between those two, you’re left with the ability to stack a few items (often out of reach) and hanging the rest, with a sizable amount of space down below which can easily become a dark zone for piles of shoes or lost items…

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The Modern Nursery

In anticipation of welcoming our little nugget into the world, I have started gathering ideas for how to create a unique nursery… and even though we probably won’t embark on creating a true nursery for a few months, I have been enamored with some of what I’m seeing… Based on my research thus far, here are a few of my observations for how to create a one-of-a-kind nursery that is a far cry from the traditional pinks & blues… (although secretly I still love both!)

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