We all know that every object has more than one function. As a child our mom showed us how to transform a milk carton into a bird feeder. We used paper towel tubes as telescopes and so much more. Just because we have grown up doesn’t mean we can’t still think outside the box and [...]
Everyone has seen a carnation pink bathroom either in their Grandma’s house or in their parents home before it was remodeled. Pink, Robin’s Egg Blue and Avocado Green were the mid-century ”it” colors. Cast iron bathtubs, 4×4″ wall and floor tile and sinks were cast in these colors making them unforgettable. The homeowner either liked the decor or hated [...]
Having trouble selling your home? This time of year can be the toughest time to sell your home. Below are some tips to help your home stand out from the rest. Make the Most Out of Your Small Bathroom Is your tiny bathroom making you feel claustrophobic? You don’t need to completely remodel your [...]
Because of my passion for eco-friendly materials, I knew I had to blog about this article that brought a smile to my face. It is called “Consumers want more than just ‘pretty’ in the bath”. A recent study done by TOTO, claims that beyond the glitz and the glamour, consumers today want innovative products with [...]
There’s a reason why, even in this economy, the show goes on for kitchens and baths. They remain tantalizing objects of desire for most of us. And they still attract discretionary spending when homeowners feel the need to upgrade.
No surprise that the latest wallpaper sample to cross my desk generated a smile. It’s called Newsworthy, and it’s made from strips of newspaper that have been hand-loomed with nylon thread.
The effect is clever — instantly identifiable up close, but pleasantly abstract from afar. The wallpaper has an earthy, vintage quality to it — it is an alternative to grass cloth.