If you haven't already heard of this wood finishing technique I'm pleased to fill you in!! "Shou Sugi Ban" is an ancient Japanese technique where wood is charred to get its look. Traditionally, Yakusugi wood was used (more commonly known as Japanese Cedar) which was from the island Yakushima. Since the wood was only on …
Feature Home – Cabin in Norway
I can't believe it's already time for another feature home!! This time I found just a small cabin that is big in design features.. just wait and see!! This cabin in located in Sandefjord, Norway, nestled right in between the rocks that surround it. Designed by the architectural firm Lund Hagem. The cabin is ALLLL …
Pre-fab(ulous) Homes
Online shopping. Isn't it the best? You just click and add items into your cart.. most likely while you're in your pajamas, glass of wine in hand. Then - the wait. When your items finally arrive it's like Christmas! You run to the mail box, rip the packaging open, throw it on the floor and …
Mid Week Feature – Swanwick Ranch
So, I've been wanting to post more often but feeling like I was lacking the time to do my normal size post. Sometimes even when I try to write short and sweet posts, my brain rambles on, kind of like right meow. I was worried I didn't have enough time with working full time, trying …
Fill Up Your Fireplace
It's happening. The cold weather is sinking in.. the mornings are dark, and the days are short. Ya ya ya... I know this isn't new news. For some reason every year I'm all like "whaaaaat, why so dark right now?" Anyway, this inevitable comes with the cozy comfy vibes. Time to turn on the fireplace... …
How To Paint A Whole House In 2 Days
So if you follow me on Instagram, you may have noticed that I'm painting my interior walls. We decided that we just wanted something fresh and simple, something that can let our art work do all the talking. We decided on white for the majority of the house, and grey owl for our kitchen and …
The Design Alcove 