A very large part of design inspiration that we showcase is often dedicated to interiors that can ‘create a greater sense of space’. With urban homes becoming more and more congested and space a premium commodity, smart utilization of the available square footage is what separates top-notch design from its average counterparts. Designed for a […]
Designing a reading nook in your home can be the perfect way to transform an awkward or unused space into a cozy reading nook to curl up in.
Reading is my favorite way to pass time aside from making stuff. Whether I am buried in a good book or scrolling the latest article on Twitter, if I’m at home, you can usually find me devouring a stor
Creative couple Raina Kattelson and Robert Butscher rolled up their sleeves to turn a small 1800s house in RedHook, N.Y. into an expansive home.
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We're back with another McGee Home webisode!We have taken you through the main living spaces in our home, and today we're taking you through the master
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As an avid reader, I know the importance of having a cozy and comfortable reading nook.
Setting up a reading nook or special reading corner in your home is a must for all book worms. It provides you a secret place to curl up and enjoy your book. This relaxing place with lots of pillows and a little bookcase turns an unused corner into the coziest part of your home. It really
The interior design of the rooms, which we observe today, showcase a classic elegance with a touch of modern simplicity. The main features include: A harmonious color palette with a base of soft whites and neutrals, which create a serene and calming atmosphere. Natural light flooding in through large windows, which are dressed with bamboo
Hi everyone, Well,as many of you know we have been doing some projects in our home and we are almost done of them so I am sharing the makeover that we gave our fireplace. Oh, and while you are here I want to show you our new chair that I was so happy to get. I have been seeing these in some magazines and didn't think I would find one here but my daughter was out shopping and spotted it for me and then called to tell me a couple of days later that it was on sale so that got me moving! I am loving some of these French style magazines and blogs lately. Now,back to the fireplace first we primed it and then gave it a couple of coats of paint (Victoriana) then we had the carpenter build the mantle out and add a 'box' at the top with three turned posts .Our fireplace has a bit of a corner to it making it a little harder to decorate but I think this works well. You can see the box at the top with the new crown molding.I also bought a new mirror for over the fireplace. For once,I kept it simple on the mantle with just a few things-toile plate a matching bowl a cherub and some china plates Before- now it didn't really look this bad but here it is with the wallpaper removed and renovation in progress. Don't worry the mantle was never decorated like this -I just moved things out of the way .Anyway,before pics are supposed to be ugly right. I couldn't find a pic with the way it was before we started. This is a wood burning fireplace and I lit a fire just for you! Why don't you sit for awhile and enjoy this lovely book Waterside Cottages and have a cup of tea. I will throw another log on the fire. Now,I can't let you go without sharing a few photos of what is blooming in our garden now. I am joining Cindy's Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home again where there is always lots of beauty to see-go and have a look if you haven't already. I hope you all have a very good weekend & Thank you for visiting, Carolyn
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In my next life, I am living in a farmhouse just like this one. And it has everything to do with the reading nooks, places for boardgames, family dinners, outdoor spaces galore ... and don't forget t...
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