Take a Seat: 8 Perches for Pausing in Your Hallway

After you’ve put your coat hooks, shoe storage and a surface for keys and coins in your hallway, you probably think there isn’t much room for anything else. But one useful item you might well have forgotten is a seat — useful for putting on outerwear or just taking a breather when you get home.…

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25 Old-Fashioned House Details Worth Keeping or Reimagining

Some architectural details and finishes in old houses are merely vestigial, such as servant buttons and coal doors. But those we’ve gathered here continue to be beautiful and, in many cases, practical elements of a home, whether they’re original or added with a modern purpose in mind. 1. Dutch Doors Dutch doors (also called stable,…

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10 Stylish & Functional Kitchen Peninsulas

Kitchen islands are extremely popular, but sometimes a peninsula is the right option for a layout. Like an island, a peninsula adds countertop space for meal prep, gives kids a spot to enjoy a snack and provides additional storage with lower cabinets or drawers. That said, some homeowners prefer the elbow room in a kitchen…

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12 Creative Coffee & Beverage Stations

Integrated coffee and beverage stations are a popular feature for kitchens. These drink hubs keep supplies readily available to family members and guests so they can fix a coffee or cocktail without getting in the way of a cook in the main kitchen area. For inspiration on effective storage solutions, smart layouts and stylish looks,…

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6 Stylish New Laundry Rooms Full of Surprises

Pet features, clever cabinet elements and fun wall treatment ideas elevate these rooms above simple washday routine. These days, the term “laundry room” doesn’t do the space justice. Often, a laundry room encompasses so much more than a place for washing and drying clothes. Homeowners lean on these rooms for extra storage, mudroom functionality and…

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Freshen Up Your Bathroom This Weekend

Haute Hardware Switch out your dated, dusty knobs and pulls and replace them with their chic, shiny counterparts. This quick, low-cost project (can you even call it that?) has the power to transform the entire aesthetic of your bathroom design. Proof: this, white double vanity with inky countertops and bright, brass hardware that oozes glamour.…

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