Our Coastal Cottage Lighting Sources: Every Light in Our Home
One of my most asked questions is where I get the lights in our home, so today I’m sharing a full roundup of the lighting thr...
Home Renovation
The Link Up: Em’s Epic Mother’s Day, Caitlin’s Super Soft Cool Sweatpants, And An Affordable Walking Pad We Actually Recommend
Happy Sunday, everyone! We hope everyone had a great Mother’s Day in whatever way you could. We also hope you’re ready for a ...
A Practical Guide To Planning Your 2026 Build
A simple garage conversion might range from $60,000 to more than $150,000. In Los Angeles, ADU conversions start at $60,000, ...
Can a high-low approach give you the interior you dream of?
I'm all for a bargain buy, but when it comes to interior design, I've been involved in renovating and extending homes for lon...
Renovating? Here’s when you should call an electrician
Avoid a costly mistake by calling a sparky early
The golden rule: open walls are your best friendAlan recommends getting an e...
Puttering Diaries: The First Week of May
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This Modern Furniture Trend Could Be The Answer To Your Awkward Floorplan (& Storage Woes)
For anyone who has ever found themselves with mountains of books and nowhere to put them, the obvious answer is “get a booksh...
How To Install a Drip Irrigation System
Our neighbor recently asked for help adding a drip irrigation system to their new garden. My last experience with a DIY irrig...
6 Signs Your House Needs One
A layout that no longer supports daily life is one of the clearest signs that a whole home renovation may be needed. This can...
The best ways to stop gravel moving off a driveway
Driveways are not just practical aspects of a house, providing somewhere to keep cars off the road and close to hand – they a...