Have you ever walked through an antique shop and spotted a duplicate of grandma's ceramic platter big enough for a turkey? BAM, you’re back to your grandparent's house on Thanksgiving day, decades ago. That's a core memory. ...

Does this sound familiar? We pull out our special-occasion china and serving pieces for a holiday dinner with an eye on tradition. What we end up with is a boring table and predictable place settings. The only thing that changes each year (hopefully) is the centerpiece. ...

Editing and fine-tuning our home this time of year is evergreen for me with the added lens of cost versus need, being mindful as we sell or buy what is necessary to live a comfortable and stylish life. ...

Consider time, energy and efficiency when incorporating technology into your decor. Take it step by step as you retrofit into your current space. If you’re building a new smart home, the only limit is your budget. ...

When it comes to using color in the home, people don't know where to begin or feel overwhelmed with options and ideas. Some worry that color will make their room look disjointed or clownish. Others are afraid to make wrong choices so waste time and money. What are your color confessions? We have tips for you. ...

Dopamine Style has become a recent buzzphrase, yet when I think about how I feel in my home and creating it, I realize I've been decorating this way since I was a kid.  ...

As parents, we knew who our kids hung out with and discouraged relationships with troublemakers. We knew that if our kids spent time with smokers or drinkers there was a high probability they’d do it, too. Today, with many of us grandparents and retirees, this pattern of influence is still worthy of our attention. Who we surround ourselves with affects our mindset, attitude, health and confidence. ...

Consider mixing things up this holiday season by using familiar decorations in unexpected ways. Enjoy decor that reflects your personality and style. ...