Design Ideas Archives

May 26, 2018
Written by Victoria Van Vlear

Amish Style The Amish are a sect of Mennonite Christians who live in tight-knit communities in 30 different states, with larger populations in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Indiana. They have strong…

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Nautical Nest

May 24, 2018
Written by Emily Irby
Photography by Aaron Usher

When a couple decided to put down roots in their favorite vacation spot in Rhode Island, they enlisted the help of builder Randy Gardner of Gardner Woodwrights, Ltd. They tore…

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Beach Beauty Bath

May 24, 2018
Written by Sarah Jane O’Keefe
Photography by Amy Bartlam Photography

Bright and airy, this coastal bathroom sets the standard for casual coastal style coupled with traditional elements. With a neutral color palette and an abundance of natural light, the room…

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Pick Your Custom Cottage Style

May 3, 2018
Written by Kathryn Drury Wagner

How far can you go with getting exactly what you want? When it comes to quality wood furniture, the answer is… very. Here’s where your design savvy gets to come…

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Trend Report: Natural Lighting Looks

April 26, 2018
Written by Kathryn Drury Wagner

We’ve seen a growing trend toward global, eclectic and organically-inspired looks in home décor. Envision a weathered farmhouse, or the breeziness of a cottage by the sea, or…

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House Tour: Southern Tradition Meets Modern Comfort

April 23, 2018
Written by Elise Portale
Photography by Emily Jenkins Followill

Homes south of the Mason-Dixon line are steeped in history. A look that has stood the test of time, Southern tradition doesn’t always play well with modern minimalism. But interior…

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industrial chic ceiling fan in the kitchen

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Fans as Focal Points

April 21, 2018
Written by Kathryn Drury Wagner in partnership with Hunter

We already love ceiling fans for their ability to lower energy costs. But these days, they are more than workhorses; they are centerpieces for the room and they are cropping…

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Three Things to Do When Mixing Old and New

April 18, 2018
Written by Autumn Krause
Photography by Bret Gum
Styled by Scarlett James

For a cool house just blocks from East Nashville’s burgeoning city center, interior designer Scarlett James of The Mix Interiors knew that her design for this Airbnb property had to be…

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Let the Sunshine In: Our Favorite Yellow Rooms

April 12, 2018
Written by Jickie Torres

Ready for something sunny and fun to start the season off on a cheerful foot? Yellow is a shade that’s made for adding a breath of fresh air to any…

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House Tour: A Portland Bungalow with Vintage Flair

April 9, 2018
Written by Sarah Yoon
Photography by Bret Gum
Styled by Jickie Torres

Home is your personal space to relish life’s richness—so why chase trends? Trish Grantham, an artist and interior designer from Portland, Oregon, encourages her clients to “stay away from anything…

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Design Ideas

3 Classic American Cottage Styles to Know

Nautical Nest

Beach Beauty Bath

Pick Your Custom Cottage Style

Trend Report: Natural Lighting Looks

House Tour: Southern Tradition Meets Modern Comfort

Fans as Focal Points

Three Things to Do When Mixing Old and New

Let the Sunshine In: Our Favorite Yellow Rooms

House Tour: A Portland Bungalow with Vintage Flair

Illuminating Homes for a Century: The Story of Capitol Lighting/1-800 Lighting

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