Those tough lessons taught me something important: a truly beautiful outdoor holiday display isn’t about having the most lights on the block. It’s about smart planning, safety, and good old-fashioned ...

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For years, I lived a double life with my pen. In the design studio, doodling was celebrated. We called it ‘thumbnailing’—the messy, exciting first step of any creative project. But in a long meeting?

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Forget the fluffy design articles for a second. A truly great small room is built on a solid plan. It’s about thinking like a pro, and that means starting with function first. We’re going to walk ...

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I’ve spent more time than I can count in kitchens, both professionally and for my own sanity, and I’ve probably cleaned and repurposed thousands of glass jars. Seriously, thousands. And early on, I ...

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