Though the “Salsa House” was initially named for the salsa made on the home (the ingredients are grown there too), this eclectic small dwelling on Washington state’s Vashon Island lives up to its festive and colorful title. Engineered materials, a bold exterior and smart small-home solutions all unite in this cozy Northwest cabin. The owners, […]
A luminous broom, an early Japanese tea caddy and a brand new take on the litter box are only a taste of the smartly designed products shown at the 2012 International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF). While there are plenty of pretty things to drool over in the ICFF, the pieces which were developed to fix […]
The sun and flowering blossoms beg my family to head out-of-doors this time of season, and so a lot of our gatherings become impromptu picnics. Each year I’d like to inventory a picnic basket with essentials so we can just toss in the food and proceed. I have gathered these ideas to help streamline my […]
When he is not finishing Manhattan loft spaces for Facebook and Google executives, designing the newest Coach flagship shop or working at a boutique hotel in Brooklyn with walls swathed in graffiti and antiques, architect and New Zealand native David Howell continues his silent mission of creating the world more interesting and unique, one job […]
Those in the U.K. searching for that extra special thing to grow their house can take a look at the Clerkenwell Design Week to find goods right from the showroom. On American shores, the San Francisco Bay Area’s Maker Faire encourages creative tinkering. Beneath, our five choices from all over the world of things to […]
Life is all about first impressions, and this is as true of homes as it is of people. Your house’s positive physical appearance from the street is known as curb appeal. What does your house say to those passing by? Try these professional designer recommendations to enhance character and charm at the same time you […]
The housing market crash of 2007 caused falls in property value for countless homeowners. In actuality, some homeowners own properties worth many tens of thousands of dollars less than they owe on their mortgage loans. Naturally, when you have a house worth less than you owe you begin to wonder what your lender might do […]
Nothing says summer quite like sunflowers. These bright, cheery annuals add color to sun-filled corners and provide unique dining experiences for adventurous gardeners. Although their seeds are a common snack, gardeners may not know that sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are safe to eat from root to blossom petal. Before consuming, however, consumers should confirm that the […]
The fragrance of jasmine flowers (Jasminum spp.) is unforgettable. It’s among the most expensive perfume ingredients, with 1,000 pounds of jasmine flowers required for 1 pound of jasmine oil. Jasmines are native to subtropical and tropical regions from Iraq, India and China to Malaysia. The most intensely fragrant jasmines have white, tubular, night-blooming blossoms and […]
In the Northern Hemisphere, drop begins around the last week of September, but the autumnal equinox does not necessarily correspond to the day you begin taking out your fall decor. Even though you won’t find a hard, speedy rule for cosmetic seasonal transition, waiting for the opportune moment to begin celebrating fall validates your style […]
The pantry plays an important role in the kitchen. It provides valuable food storage also helps direct the room’s traffic stream. Even though there isn’t any single perfect place within all kitchens to put a pantry, there’s a sweet spot in yours. Finding that location is a matter of determining your specific household needs and […]
Georgian style began in London in the early 18th century — its name stems from the four King Georges who ruled England before 1830. The style is an English interpretation of the Renaissance, and Georgian houses in the USA from the exact same time are characterized by a bright exterior (including a pair of chimneys), […]