In the seven years that I’ve been blogging, I’ve never actually gotten my act together and submitted my space for a home tour feature. I guess I’ve just been saving it for something really important, because last week in support of my new book Sage Living, my house was featured over at my old stomping […]
I’ve mentioned it here and there, but I’ve yet to make an official announcement so here goes: You guys! My book Sage Living is coming out on September 15th, and it’s available for preorder now! In the coming weeks I’ll be sharing more about the concept of the book, as well as the process of writing it. For […]
For my entire adult live, I’ve lived in apartments…until now, that is! Not long ago I moved in with my boyfriend, and we currently share a tiny craftsman bungalow in LA’s Highland Park neighborhood. For the first time since leaving my parents’ house I have freedom from noisy neighbors, my own washer and dryer, and—wonder of […]
What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever had delivered? I once placed an Amazon order for industrial strength boric acid, a replacement pack of sonic toothbrush heads, and four pounds of sprouted brown rice. I giggled ferociously at the thought of that box being intercepted! But the truth is, these days we can have just about anything brought straight […]
There’s no doubt that I’m pretty handy around the house when I put my mind to it. I can hang pictures, paint a room, sew curtains. But that’s a far cry from being able to create something from nothing: to imagine it in my head, draw up plans, and fabricate a physical object that’s the concrete […]
The word popup conjures images of cute little kiosks or guerrilla shopping installations. What it certainly doesn’t suggest is a 35,000 square foot furniture extravaganza housed in a former department store. But when you’re HD Buttercup, and your main location is a whopping 150,000 square foot retail environment, anything smaller truly is a popup. And […]
As temperatures here in LA blaze past the 100 degree mark, I’m craving an escape to gentler climes. Not only does the heat bog me down, but the harsh light bouncing off baking asphalt makes going outside a squinty exercise indeed! So I’m finding myself especially drawn to the idea of pale modern neutrals that […]
When it comes to the question of how to hang a gallery wall, there’s a ton of decisions to make. First you have to select the right mix of art. You have to choose the frames. Then you’ve got to design the ideal arrangement for your space. Oh, and don’t even get me started on […]
After 20 years in their Toronto home, my parents are embarking on a major renovation. Built in 1873, the house is full of charm and original details, but it’s long in need of some TLC. As well, my mom has always lamented the dim interior of the narrow urban row house. Now not only is she excited […]
Have you ever encountered a new friend or colleague and left the interaction feeling energized and optimistic about the general state of the world? That happened to me today when I met Sheeva Sairafi, the founder of Local + Lejos. Sheeva’s passion and commitment to the mission of her recently launched global decor company is infectious. […]
For the ultimate in Scandinavian design inspiration, it’s best to go straight to the source. I recently stumbled across two Instagram feeds that are the epitome of that warm minimalist style we Americans can’t seem to get enough of! To get your fill of bentwood chairs, earthy scrub brushes, and pale birch wood, follow Annie […]
For the most part, I hate paper. If I can scan it and shred it, I will. But one type of paper that I save indefinitely is anything with sentimental value. Postcards from my dad, Valentines from my sweetie, even old Polaroids from photo shoots I’ve styled are crammed into shoeboxes and envelopes around my house. […]