Jun 08, 2026 | read more
Want a vacation escape at your home, with no traveling required? Even better, a space you can rent out when you need extra income. Here are some ideas. Do you have a shed, exterior home office, or outbuilding? Convert to a mini-vacay spot! This isn’t a full rental, so you don’t need to provide a […]
Aug 18, 2025 | read more
Inspired by our love of Mad Men, interior decor and summer cocktails, we’re continuing a fun series of posts pairing design and drinks to inspire your own entertaining and interior design style combinations. Today, a kicky bungalow patio is paired with melon-infused goodness to celebrate summer breezes and fresh fruit season. Above in a Palo […]
Jul 24, 2023 | read more
What kid didn’t want to live among the treetops every summer? I sure did, and still do! Here are some inspiring treehouses in Northern California. Post Ranch Inn Treehouse This treehouse is very modern, with full height glass windows and skylights. You’d expect a treehouse to be full of wood elements, but perhaps not to […]
Jul 10, 2023 | read more
What’s more California than relaxing in a sunny space with a glass of wine in your hand? Here are two inspiring homes with tasting areas from Napa and Sonoma counties in California wine country. Rustic Modern Villa I like the reclaimed wood dining table and walls treated by soda blasting, a process that brings extra […]
Jun 19, 2023 | read more
Summer is here, along with warmer, drier weather! Home buyers will be looking for potential real estate purchases. Even if you’re not selling, you want to think about how your home looks from the street, so you aren’t dragging down the neighborhood! Here are some tips. What I love here is the stonework and manicured […]
Jun 05, 2023 | read more
There’s a reason everyone dreams about living in California – the weather is great! Home design here isn’t just about interiors. Outdoor spaces can complement your interior rooms, too, and really add to your quality of life. Below are my top tips for creating a beautiful and functional patio in Northern California: Choose the right […]
