Simply put, a staircase is an architectural element that is often overlooked. Their utility often overpowers their potential beauty, leaving them in the dust of a design. However, there are numerous ways to style a staircase. Whether it's a gallery that spans the height of the wall parallel to the stairs, or a library at the landing, sprucing up a staircase is an easy and quick way to bring your design to the next level (sorry, we had to include that pun). Here are ten of our favorite staircases. Image courtesy of Pinterest. Image courtesy of Pinterest. When the opportunity arises for a gallery wall or walls, never turn it down. As we've said numerous times, we love "organized chaos"....
Oftentimes, spaces call for runners. Whether it be a natural fiber option, a decorative pattern, or even a vintage oriental, runners liven up narrow spaces and add more than just interest into a design. Here are four of our favorite ways to style a runner. Image courtesy of Pinterest. In the Kitchen No matter the color of your cabinetry, appliances, or even countertops, most kitchens almost always call for a runner. A muted runner, like the one shown, adds color to the design and fills floor space, but doesn't overwhelm the room. Image courtesy of Pinterest. By the Tub Every bathroom needs a rug. Cold tiles are instantly softened and warmed up with rugs of any kind. Depending on the...
It's nearly impossible to dislike the way the french do things. From the fashion and food to their interiors and architecture, there are definitely a few admirable features of the french lifestyle that we all wish to recreate in our own lives. Here are three french interior design rules to follow when designing spaces in your home. Enjoy! Image courtesy of Pinterest. Preserve Architectural Details Living in an old home is a luxury many of us have. Whatever the age of your home, it's important to let your home's features speak for themselves. However you choose to do this is up to you (check out our contrasting trim blog post here!), but the easiest suggestion we can give is to...
If everything were perfect, we'd all have impeccably decorated coffee tables. Stacks of color coded fashion books, vases of fresh flowers, and designer candles would fill our surfaces. However, things aren't always perfect, and most of our coffee tables are simply a place to put the remotes that haven't been used in six months, the magazine you read last weekend, and other random objects that serve no purpose. Function almost always trumps form, leaving us admiring the coffee tables we see on Pinterest and Instagram. So, how do we create a balance between practicality and style? Here are some things to think about when styling your coffee table. Sold out Sold out Sold out Obviously, you can't style a coffee...
If you've followed our blog for awhile, you'd know about our love for the Cincinnati MLS. It seems that some of the most insanely beautiful homes come and go in a matter of days and we're always stunned with what we see come up on the market. Here are four of our favorite homes on the Cincinnati MLS right now. 2136 East Hill Ave, Hyde Park, OH 45208 Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in one of the most sought after locations, this home offers every high end feature you could imagine. From the beautifully landscaped front yard to the streamlined kitchen, this home is everything and more. VIEW THIS LISTING 7 Peasenhall Ln, Hyde Park, OH 45208...
