With all the cold weather it’s tempting to gorge on simple carbs and fatty comfort foods. But we should not neglect to consume our veggies and fruits. Here is the time of year when it’s especially important to maintain the produce we want our families to eat in places where it will stay freshest and…
Upholstery repair may be a lucrative facet of a upholstery or interior design business, for someone who has both upholstery and problem-solving skills. However, some simple furniture repairs, like repairing a button, may be achieved by anyone with patience who can get the job done carefully and methodically. I rigged this job by removing one…
Drawn into the wraparound terrace and stunning view of Paris’ Left Bank, the home’s owner decided the panorama was worth the 485-square-foot apartment’s odd layout and funky decor. Husband and wife design duo Alon and Betsy Kasha gutted the distance, starting over with a blank slate. Matte oak floors, white walls and clean lines today…
Boots are made for walking, so storing them can be challenging. Once I find the perfect autumn boots and spend nearly twice as far as I typically spend on regular shoes, they often wind up in a pile in the back of the cupboard or in a hodgepodge assortment from the door. With the advent…
When the owner of this home toured a condo with interiors designed by Dona Rosene, she made sure to pick up her card and clung to it for two or more years. When she purchased her dream house, she pulled out Rosene’s card and gave her a call. “My client had noticed how I’d used…
Let’s face it: Office chairs as we understand them are not likely to win style points. Sure, they’re functional and ergonomic sufficient to keep us going on deadlines and conference calls, but their attributes often wind there. Uninspired shapes, drab upholstery and clunky bases make them utilitarian at best, eyesores at worst — especially in…
Twin beds are often the go-to choice for kids’ rooms, but by no means are they the only alternative. In my own house, my 10-year-old and four-year-old girls share a queen mattress and would not have it any other way. They adore whispering to each other while falling asleep and creating the mattress together. Whether…
Yes, it is still winter but the first sign of spring is popping up around the area. I am talking about cushions with shapes of petals sewn on them, creating an extremely plush and entertaining floral accessory. It’s a look to remind us of this season of rebirth, renewal and expansion. Petal pillows can be…