When people hear “future-proofing” in the context of their homes, their minds go straight to aging in place. Grab bars are at the top of the list, and then they think of wider doorways or curbless showers. And yes, those things do matter. But they CERTAINLY aren’t only for aging (how about when ... Continue Reading
Archives for September 2026
Should your primary bathroom have a separate water closet?
There are certain things we associate with high-end (and well-designed) bathrooms... The separate water closet is common enough in larger primary baths that it feels almost like a requirement today. But is it? This is a crucial question if you’re thinking about a bathroom remodel! But ... Continue Reading
How mixing interior design styles began, and how to go about it
Ever since interior design first became a “thing” (which could have been 200 years ago or about 2000 years ago, depending on how you define it), interiors were almost always tethered to the aesthetic conventions of each given period. Then, relatively recently (the last 30 years), style mixing ... Continue Reading
Open Shelving: When It Works, Where It Works, and Why
Open shelving has a way of completely changing a room. It can make a space feel lighter and put everyday items conveniently within reach. It can showcase collections and conversation starters. It can also solve design problems that a conventional cabinet can’t. However, there’s an important ... Continue Reading