Modern lake house lighting transforms a space from basic to breathtaking. It’s not just about seeing where you’re going, it’s about creating an atmosphere that feels clean, intentional, and elevated. After walking through hundreds of lake homes in the Pacific…
Mixing patterns without creating a style trainwreck? Been there. Standing in front of a floral curtain, a striped pillow, and a geometric rug like you’re hosting an awkward first date: “I love all of you… but do you even like…
You wouldn’t believe how many times I’ve shown a home that had everything going for it: the layout, the vibe, the buyer already picturing where the Christmas tree will go. But then we would step into a small bedroom that…
Outdoor porch lighting sounds simple until you’re standing in the Lowe’s aisle staring at 47 nearly identical fixtures, wondering if “oil-rubbed bronze” is the same as “aged bronze.” Here’s what I learned as a former Real Estate Broker: porch lighting…
Rustic front yard landscaping ideas are having a full-blown glow-up, and no, we’re not talking about mason jars and chicken coops. If your yard’s been living that “ignored since 2008” life, complete with squatter weeds and a sad rock pile…
If your porch light still looks like it came free with the house in 1994, it’s time for a serious glow-up. When we first bought our home, the outdoor lighting was one of the very first upgrades we did. I…
I’ll be honest: for years, I had no idea how to properly measure for curtains. I’d eyeball it, guess the length, and hope for the best. The result? Windows that looked awkward, rooms that felt smaller, and curtains that were…
After two decades as a real estate broker, I’ve watched hundreds of buyers walk through backyards and either light up or check out completely. The difference? It wasn’t always the size of the yard or the fancy landscaping. It was…
There was a time when a modern farmhouse kitchen meant rooster clocks, chalkboard walls, and a disturbing number of mason jars. But that era’s over. The new take on rustic is sleek, clean, and a little bit bold, without losing…
Black garage gym ideas have exploded all over social media, and if you’ve caught yourself late-night scrolling through blacked-out setups that look more training studio than storage space, welcome to the club. Here’s what I learned after 20+ years as…