Front yards serve as the critical transition between public and private realms, offering both a welcoming face to visitors and a comfortable outdoor space for residents. After designing hundreds of front yards across diverse neighborhoods, I’ve found that the most successful spaces balance aesthetic appeal with functional design while reflecting the character of the home and its inhabitants. This guide will walk you through creating a front yard that feels like an extension of your…

When the kids move out, the house can start to feel a little too quiet and perhaps too big. Yet this transition presents an extraordinary opportunity to reimagine your living space to match your current lifestyle and future aspirations. As spaces that once echoed with homework sessions and teenage gatherings grow silent, they become canvases for your next chapter. Assessing Your Space: The First Steps Evaluating your living space helps align it with your current…

In recent years, the pendulum of interior design has begun swinging back toward defined dining spaces after nearly two decades of open-concept dominance. This isn’t simply a return to the formal dining rooms of yesteryear, but rather a thoughtful reimagining of dedicated dining areas that better serve today’s lifestyles and reflect our evolving relationship with home. The Evolution of Dining Spaces A look at the traditional dining spaces that influenced today’s modern designs. Formal dining…

Your home is more than walls and furniture—it’s the most personal expression of who you are and how you live. After years of helping clients transform their spaces, I’ve seen firsthand how a thoughtfully designed home can nurture the soul while reflecting individual personality. This guide will walk you through turning your living space into a canvas that authentically expresses your creativity, with practical advice drawn from real homes and real stories. Understanding Your Canvas:…

The humble mason jar has evolved from a simple canning vessel to an essential element in outdoor entertaining. As both a garden designer and interior architect, I’ve witnessed firsthand how these versatile glass containers can transform ordinary outdoor gatherings into memorable experiences. This guide will explore creative ways to incorporate mason jars into your outdoor spaces, whether for intimate garden dinners or grand backyard celebrations. The Versatility of Mason Jars Mason jars in different sizes…