Renovations to this colonial-style home in the 1970s and ’90s had left some strangeness inside. “The home had grand spaces, 10-foot ceilings and five fireplaces, although not the ideal kind… [Continue Reading]
Author: Alear1947
Laws of the Jungle: How to Get That Lush, Tropical Look
I’m not talking modern tropical or rattan furniture. I am discussing the lush, steamy, full-to-bursting appearance of the jungle. Pattern on pattern, green anywhere. Big, bold blossoms and layer upon… [Continue Reading]
Kitchen Cabinets: Fireclay Brims With Heavy-Duty Character
Maybe whoever coined the phrase “Everything but the kitchen sink” was referring to some sink made out of fireclay. The heavy-duty material, created when clay is heated and treated at… [Continue Reading]
Wonderful Garden Combo: 3 Plants for a Dry Climate
You require tough plants for tough gardens, and one of the most difficult places to plant is one with rapidly draining sandy soil, full sun and little water. Many plant… [Continue Reading]
Dreaming in Color: 10 Beautiful Blue Bedrooms
Last week we looked at some stunning green bedrooms on ; this week we turn into blue. Soft blues with a bit of gray or green remind us of the… [Continue Reading]
Share Your 'Happy Accidents'
My latest ideabook about off-center art sparked some interesting comments about “accidental decorating,” as one er dubbed it. Essentially, it is what happens when a room comes together totally by… [Continue Reading]
Sophisticated Loft Living in Pittsburgh
Daniel Shapiro’s Pittsburgh attic checked off everything on his wish list: a large, open space with high ceilings, ample all-natural light and amazing views. The challenge of defining each living… [Continue Reading]
Holiday Party Prep in 1 Month
Is it your turn to host the family’s annual Christmas Eve gala? Or are you planning a romantic New Year’s dinner to get a small number of friends? Whatever the… [Continue Reading]
The Way to Install a Toilet in One Hour
Many homeowners have been confounded by DIY plumbing projects. But if you observe a few simple steps, you won’t have anything to fear. I asked Mike Hardy, a master plumber… [Continue Reading]
New Classics: Caviar Lighting
Glass world lights take on a whole new dimension in designer Laura Kirar’s eyesight, the Caviar light collection for Arteriors Home. While I love a simple glass globe light, the… [Continue Reading]