Let’s face it: The TV is a staple in most living rooms. And, in many cases, its partner in crime — the entertainment stand — remains a must-have.
Even if you’re not heading back to class this fall, find out what your ideal workspace says about you.
By now you know about the only rule that matters when designing your bedroom.
As a designer, I like to personalize my home office with an eclectic mix of unique and vintage pieces. There’s my desk, which was my father’s very first desk he purchased for his new accounting business after World War II, and a custom pa...
Recently, we asked what your ideal workspace says about you. (And hopefully you used our infographic to find out!) Whether you’re a Workhorse, Jack (or Jill) of All Trades or even a Comfort King (or Queen), th...
A night stand is a night stand, right? Wrong.
FACT: Bedroom storage is a necessity.
FICTION: Dressers solve all of your bedroom storage needs.
Your living room is often the room where you spend the most time; it is, after all, where you live! There are several factors to consider when designing your perfect living room. We’ve turned to bloggers Liz Fourez of Love Grows Wild, Shannyn A...
We know "tis better to give than to receive," but what happens when you’re not sure what to give?
Do you go for the thoughtful homemade gift, the one-of-a-kind experience or the “I stalked your Amazon wishlist&quo...
Name: Jenna Kutcher
Location: Wisconsin
Room in the home: Attic
Size of room: 800 square feet
How long you’ve lived here: 1.5 years
How you’d describe it: Cozy, comfortable, chill
If your room were a food, it would be …: Abso...
They’re living room must-haves: coffee tables and side tables. They can be the bookends of the sofa or the centerpiece of a space. So how do you choose ones that are right for your living space and needs?
It’s rarely one size fits all when it comes to clothes, so why should that be the case when it comes to storing them? Dressers have loads of different options: tall vs. short, five vs. six drawers, doors vs. drawers (or both), for kids’ a...
Let’s be honest. We all need places to store our stuff in the bedroom — clothes, shoes, jewelry, ties, socks, accessories, you name it — but we want to do so in a smart, efficient and stylish way.
It’s my favorite time of year. No, I’m not talking about the holidays, or even my birthday. I’m talking about High Point Market.
High Point Market, or #hpmkt if you’re following the show on social media, is the larges...
What holds your clean clothes, serves your buffet dinner and contains your hobby room clutter?
If you guessed a dresser, you’ve been reading my mind!
If you ask me, it’s probably one of the most common, yet highly disregarded, furniture items. You likely had one in your room growing up and again in your dorm room when you went away to college. They’re in most classrooms and many office...
It’s not too late to get that last stellar gift, even if it’s for the hardest-to-buy-for person on your list. You’ve got less than 10 days to go, and we’ve got three more fabulous gift categories in our holiday Gift Guide seri...
According to Merriam Webster, a side table is a table designed to be put against a wall.
This may come as a surprise to you, but I’ve never been a “by the books” kind of guy. And it’s a good thing, because I couldn&rs...
Jess McGurn of @brightgreendoor added a lot of function to her living room with the Boulevard Café Collection. At her home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jess demonstrates how to get the refined industrial aesthetic with a warm, welcoming coffeeshop vibe. ...
While a large, traditional desk may work in some home offices, it might not be what you had in mind for your multipurpose workspace. Especially as computers and tech gadgets have gotten smaller, less is becoming more.
What better way to maximize your #wfh productivity than by taking a page from the book of four impossibly organized bloggers who (you guessed it) regularly work from home.
By definition, a bedroom isn’t really a bedroom without a bed. But there’s so much more that goes into furnishing the bedroom of your dreams than just picking a comfy place to lay your head. From master suite to kids’ room, and from...
Ask any hostess, and she’ll tell you — the No. 1 entertaining essential is a bar cart or bar cabinet. It’s a place to make delicious drinks, serve tasty snacks and, chances are, where your guests will mingle as the party really gets...
Even as a designer, I find that defining your style can be tough.
Are you a traditionalist? Do you like modern décor? Can’t get enough cottage?
Over the years, I’ve gravitated toward one style that’s not always eas...
Before you roll your eyes and think back to mismatch day in elementary school, bear with me. The notion that you shouldn’t mix and match patterns is like the rules not to wear white after Labor Day or not to pair brown with black — clearl...
It’s the time of year when I want to mix things up. The weather is (finally) getting warm, and I’m compelled to switch up the spaces I’ve been cooped up in all winter.
If you ask me, the easiest way to revive your space isn...
Only 16 more days ‘til Christmas! (No pressure or anything.)
If you’re still finishing up your holiday shopping, do not fear. We’ve got two more installations of our holiday Gift Guide series for you.
So one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get organized. Where do you start?
Maybe it’s sorting out the papers that have piled up in the home office or finding a solution to bedroom clutter. Perhaps it’s maximizing space ...
It’s no secret that formal dining rooms are becoming more uncommon, especially when that space can be used for something else like a home workspace. Plus, smaller spaces and apartment living are the norm, meaning designated dinin...
For many of us, pets are our first family. Often before the ring, wedding bells and diapers, furry companions make their way into our hearts and homes. Considering this, it’s important to provide them with an equally comfortable living spa...
It’s hard to get comfy while standing. So pull up a chair, take a load off, kick back or do whatever it is you do! We’ll help you find the best chair, stool and ottoman options in our complete guide to seating.
Name: Leigh Fager, Eclectic.Leigh
Location: Massachusetts Military Base
Room in the home: Den
Size of room: 9′ x 9′
How long you’ve lived here: 3 years
How you’d describe it: Bohemian, comfy, modest
If your room were a f...
Every home has its own style, and every room in the home has its own needs for storage and organization. Find the right shelf, credenza, console or bookcase you’ve been looking for on the list of the top six storage products we can’t live...
From cards and dice to play money, game night brings out the crazy and fun in all of us. With all the activity and fierce competition, guests are sure to get hungry and thirsty. So, even though you may win at your game, you want to make sure you win ...
It’s almost that time of year. That time when college students across the country start moving into dorm rooms, lugging giant boxes and bags of belongings up stairwells and into teeny-tiny dorm rooms. (Boy, how I don’t miss that!)
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“Help! My place isn’t very spacious, but I’m hosting a party for a bunch of friends and family soon. How can I make this an awesome get-together without everyone feeling scrunched?”
We hear some rendition of this ques...
Awkward gatherings and parties: We’ve all been to them. The ones where you tagged along with a friend and hardly knew anyone, or those dinner parties where you wandered the halls, not knowing where anything is, searching for a bathroom.