I have always had a hand in decorating my home and there was a time when I spent many hours watching those decorating television shows on basic cable. Christopher Lowell and the like were able to transform a bland room into a decorative showcase using two coconuts and a ball of twine. They were like … [Read more...]
Matching Dishes: Necessary or Ridiculous?
February 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When my wife and I were first married, she had a definite idea of what our kitchen was going to look like. She has always liked Coca-Cola patterns and colors, so when we finally had a kitchen of our own, that’s what it transformed into. There were Coke signs, salt and pepper shakers, bottle openers, … [Read more...]
Mental Perception: How a Home Changes With Your Mood
December 7, 2010 By 1 Comment
I will admit that I am having a rough morning today. It’s one of those days where the world seems stacked against you and you’re firmly planted behind the 8-ball. As I sit here and think about what to write concerning the vast field of home and garden, my thoughts turn to perception. Einstein’s … [Read more...]
Container Gardens: For When You Don’t Have a Yard
October 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
So you are a green thumb and want to start a garden, but the closest thing you have to a backyard is the grass growing between the sidewalk cracks. For whatever reason — you live in an apartment building or a dorm that doesn’t have a planting area, or you live in a place where things just don’t … [Read more...]
The Indoor Lighting Guide
June 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
So this is the third and final post in our three part series on lighting. Check out my post on natural lighting here, and outdoor lighting here. Today we’re talking about making lighting within your home more interesting. This does not have to be expensive - there are many different ways to do … [Read more...]
Interior Design Ideas: New College Grads
May 13, 2010 By 1 Comment
All over the country, students are graduating from college (and masters programs). This post is mostly for you, recent or soon-to-be graduate. If you are staking it out on your own for the first time, I have some tips for how to make your space livable. Try to hold onto or acquire items that have … [Read more...]
Living Big in a Small Space
May 10, 2010 By 1 Comment
If you're like me and don't live in a huge apartment, then this post is for you. Today we are discussing some practical things that you can do to make a small, cramped space feel open, functional, and livable. A lot of this advice is basically how to store things more effectively. On that note, … [Read more...]
Tips for a Great Game Room
April 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If you're looking for ideas on how to give your house more good rest and relaxation space, look no further. Imagine having essentially a casino in your living room, complete with a bar, a billiards table, and a poker table. This could be the ultimate hang out spot. With some good couches and a … [Read more...]
The Art of the Perfect Night’s Sleep
April 16, 2010 By 2 Comments
Some rooms are just better to sleep in. Here are some key questions to answer to help you figure out how you can improve your bedroom and make it into a slumber paradise. Is it dark enough? This may not seem like a big deal to you, but having your room dark enough makes a really big difference for … [Read more...]
