A coffee table is more than just a place to rest your mug in the morning. Yes, it’s a functional surface, but it's also an opportunity to express your personal style. And if there's one person who knows style, it's Ashley Brooke, the Orlando-based editor and creative director behind the lifestyle blog Ashley Brooke Designs....
Now that spring has finally sprung (on the calendar at least!), we’re lightening and brightening things everywhere we can. And one of the first places on our list is the front door. Switching up planters, wreaths and door mats is one of the easiest ways to show you’re ready for warmer weather and make a welcoming...
A REFINED TAKE ON THE HOLIDAYS Why we love it … This formal dining room manages to scream Happy Holidays! with nary a red or green Christmas ornament in sight. The abundant use of blue and white holiday decor makes the festive touches feel understated yet extra special. The story … “I wanted to bring...
TRADITIONAL WITH A TWIST Why we love it … This master bedroom is everything you'd want in a space where you spend one-third of your life relaxing, recharging and, our favorite, sleeping. Bright light. Clean lines. A few unexpected pops of color and thoughtful personal touches. Plus, that bed… The story … A self-proclaimed "jane...
As an airy space to greet guests or place of purpose for your family, your entryway deserves more than the standard lamp and console table. Here are three ways to give it new life. SHOWCASE ART When it comes to making a small space look big, oversized wall art gives the illusion just as easily...
classic but of the moment Why we love it … This poolside spot in Sag Harbor, New York, feels classic but of-the-moment. The crisp colors and stripes are fresh—and just as inviting as the calm pool waters they accent. The story … Denise Rinfret and Missy Rinfret Minicucci, the mother-daughter duo behind Long Island-based Rinfret...
There’s a lot of magic at work behind the cameras every time we shoot one of our catalogs. From setting up the shot to getting the lighting right, a great deal of effort is put in behind the scenes. And while every step is equally important, we can’t help but envy the duties of the...
Designer Betsy Burnham, principal of LA-based Burnham Design, knows inspiration can come from anywhere. And she travels the world to find it. A January trip to India gave her the chance to view the ancient technique of block printing, and it sparked a wealth of eclectic, boho chic design ideas. This was my first trip to...
We can’t help the occasional California dreaming. This year, our designers went head-over-heels … swept away by Malibu’s crashing waves, Palm Springs’ desert playground vibe and the emerald glades of Bel Air. The unique locales and lifestyles proved emblematic for the looks of our fine outdoor furniture, inspiring us to stage our photo shoot for...
Shingle cottages. Wraparound porches. Long, lazy afternoons. It's the Hamptons lifestyle - the Gatsby lifestyle - and we all long to live it. Well, you can. At least for an afternoon. If you're in the area before Labor Day, you'll want to check out the 12th annual Hampton Designer Showhouse in Bridgehampton. This year's house...
