Yes, yes, more outdoor spaces, I know. But don’t these spaces seem so inviting? They make me want to sit down with a good book and put my feet up. And clearly I have a thing for wooden decks. Who … Continue reading
Category Archives: Week of Design
Fire Pits – Week of Design
I have always enjoyed bonfires and fire pits. I enjoy the process of setting up the fire, like cooking over an open flame (hello, s’mores and popcorn!), and watching the embers burn and the fire die down. I think now … Continue reading
Garden Paths – Week of Design
I love how garden paths define spaces and set the tone for your yard space. I feel excited about the endless combinations of materials, path shapes, and the types of borders (including plants) that are available to us, although sometimes … Continue reading
Subway Tiles – Week of Design
I know that white tiles with white grout can be hard to keep clean, but man does it look nice! Check out the diversity of these kitchens. Hard to believe they use the same type of tiles throughout. See other … Continue reading
Outdoor Showers – Week of Design
I love taking an outdoor shower. With the sky above you and, preferably, river rocks or a smooth deck beneath you while wearing your birthday suit, one feels a strong connection to the natural world. I vividly recall the few … Continue reading
Red Accents – Week of Design
It’s hard to believe that our last Week of Design was back in 2007! I received so much positive feedback from you and had such fun working on it that I’ve been hoping to do another one ever since. Here … Continue reading
Week of Design (Day 7)
This post concludes our Week of Design. Please leave a comment if you would like to see more “theme weeks” here on our blog. We’d also appreciate any theme suggestions you may have as well… Thanks for joining us this … Continue reading
Week of Design (Day 6)
Second to our kitchen, at home we spend the most of our waking hours in our living room, which right now is also our office and dining room (ah, small apartment living!). Let’s do an inventory of items we have … Continue reading
Week of Design (Day 5)
Some of my favorite evening childhood memories center on open fire pits, campfires, and fireplaces. I fondly recall the smell, the flickers of light, the warmth (sometimes overwhelming!), the singing and storytelling, and, of course, the food (and treats!) cooked … Continue reading
