Month: June 2018

Nothing beats cafe-style string lights for their ability to quickly improve the ambiance in an outdoor space. In the evening, their soft glow overhead can visually transform an ordinary patio into a party-ready spot for hosting friends or cheer up …Read More

Asking a neighbor for the proverbial cup of sugar can be more intimidating than it sounds. Whether we’re new to the apartment building or have lived in the same house for decades, making the effort to strike up or grow …Read More

A home bursting with joy is something you can feel the instant you walk in the door. But what is it that makes a home joyful? Certainly the mood we bring with us has a bearing on our experience of …Read More

If you want the light and spaciousness of open-plan living but don’t wish to lose the original divisions and proportions of a period home, something has to give, doesn’t it? For the professional couple who own this two-bedroom, one-bath apartment …Read More

It’s a good weekend to gather armfuls of peonies from the garden, load up on fresh produce at a local farm stand and relax with an engrossing summer read. And with Frank Lloyd Wright’s birthday and Game 4 of the …Read More