Countertops 101
When it comes to renovating a kitchen or bathroom, there’s a lot to think through.The surfaces where you get ready for the day or prepare meals need to be functional…
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A Charismatic & Colorful Beach Cottage
This colorful beach cottage welcomes relaxed living at its best, drawing inspiration from its natural surroundings. Fresh flowers, seashell décor, bright colors and eclectic patterns play well together and infuse this…
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House Tour: Modern Vintage 1930s Desert Cottage
When the house across the street from designer James Judge’s home in a historic Phoenix neighborhood went up for sale, his dream modern vintage renovation was set in motion. Judge…
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Vintage Restoration: Bringing This 1920s Kitchen’s Charm Back
Homeowners Chris Nye and Poppi Multz found their picture-perfect home in a well-kept 1923 bungalow in Portland, Oregon. Chris cites only this major concern: “Both the kitchen and the bathroom were…
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Cape Cod Inspired California Cottage
How can you combine the relaxation of a vacation with the bustle of daily life? This was exactly the challenge presented to Blackband Design when the homeowners of a San…
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Why it Works: Rustic Craftsman Living Room
This rustic craftsman living room is the epitome of what you’d expect a craftsman’s living room to look like. From the natural finishes to the deep tones it’s a beautiful…
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5 Updates for a Cottage Bedroom
Not all makeovers have to be big to make an impact. One of the easiest ways to freshen up a cottage bedroom is by adding color and stylish art. There’s…
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A Nautical California Beach Cottage
A vintage California beach cottage—that’s the dream, isn’t it? Exposed beams, well-crafted built-ins and a cozy window seat, all of it light, bright and delightfully coastal. And when you step…
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Kitchen Cabinet Design and Organization
A well-designed cottage kitchen highlights cozy cottage architecture in a classic way while offering the keen organization of a modern kitchen. How can you balance the look in your kitchen…
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Style Watch: Michigan Lake Cottages
Michigan boasts more freshwater coastline than any other state in the US and with that kind of expansive shore, there’s a lake cottage in the cards for everyone. The Detroit…
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