• Transforming a Historic Home for Family Living –
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    Transforming a Historic Home for Family Living –

    September 14, 2023 - By 

      The talented designer Jean Stoffer embarked on an extraordinary journey transforming her son John and his wife Maura’s historic home, ensuring it could seamlessly cater to the changing needs of a modern family.     This renovation breathed new life into the historic structure while preserving its timeless architectural design.     It merged classic elements with contemporary aesthetics, featuring a blend of vintage decor, reclaimed materials, and cutting-edge technology.     The kitchen, once a cramped and outdated space, now exudes a perfect blend of functionality and sophistication.     Its centerpiece is a stunning, oversized island topped with…

  • Style Scouting: Vol. 159 – In My Own Style
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    Style Scouting: Vol. 159 – In My Own Style

    September 12, 2023 - By 

    Pin on Pinterest Share on Facebook Flip on Flipboard Thanks for stopping by for this week’s Style Scouting. My Sunday post where I share the random stuff that captured my attention or inspired me that I found online. Now that the first week of September is behind us, did you have a good week getting back to a normal routine? As I mentioned in a previous post, I love the September back-to-school season and always find a need to go buy school supplies – a new notebook along with pens and pencils always feels exciting as it is one small way to…

  • 7 Tips for Decluttering the Garage
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    7 Tips for Decluttering the Garage

    September 11, 2023 - By 

    The garage is typically one of the areas in homeowners’ properties that receive the least amount of attention during regular cleanups. Most people stuff this space with clutter, leaving little to no room for cars, hobbies, or other productive activities. This is no surprise since the garage is a room that typically functions as a repository for random items that homeowners have had no use for and isn’t the most welcoming room in one’s house. However, a cluttered garage looks unappealing and makes it challenging to find anything one may need. Here are seven tips for decluttering your garage and…

  • New Castlery collection is all about quiet luxury
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    New Castlery collection is all about quiet luxury

    September 10, 2023 - By 

    The latest new ranges from Castlery have dropped and we like what we see! There’s more than 30 new products spanning shelves, accent chairs, dining, coffee tables, storage consoles and modular sofa sets. And as well as new things, there’s also expansions to existing favourites. The popular Jonathan modular now comes in leather Co-founder Declan Ee says: “Basing off the theme of quiet luxury, a trend that has spilled over from the runway into homes, it’s all about being intentional in choosing premium materials with quality craftsmanship that feel timeless and sophisticated. We’ve paid meticulous attention to the finer details…

  • Ansan Hotel by WJ Studio
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    Ansan Hotel by WJ Studio

    September 9, 2023 - By 

    The old and the new of Ansan Hotel is the alternation of two generations and their thinking concept. It reflects the change of the city. Time changes everything, but nothing will disappear. It just reappears in another carrier or form. Symbolic + Visual recognition In different historical periods and regions, the forms and functions of buildings reflect the cultural characteristics and values of the society at that time. When cities start to find their positioning and continue to strengthen their features and build city brands, the buildings and landscapes in cities can only form strong enough memory points if they…

  • The Grit Behind Home Renovation
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    The Grit Behind Home Renovation

    September 8, 2023 - By 

    Renovating a home is not for the faint-hearted. It requires more than just a creative vision and a few tools. It demands guts, balls, grit, and determination. As someone who has been through the ups and downs of home renovation, I can attest to the challenges it brings. But I can also affirm the rewarding outcomes that come with it. When you decide to renovate, you have to be prepared to take on risks. There will be moments of doubt, of wondering whether you’ve made the right choices or taken on too much. But that’s where the boldness comes in.…