Thanks to period dramas like Bridgerton and Downton Abbey sweeping viewers the world over off their feet, there is a taste for traditional English kitchen trends in the air. The classic feel, pared-back palette, and rustic charm are designed to bring character and a sense of homeliness into your kitchen. According to Architectural Digest, a return to warmer, more traditional interiors […]
Category: Home Improvement
Spa-Like “wet rooms” are Surging in Popularity
Sometimes the only way to achieve the look you want is to do it yourself. That’s the motto, at least, for scores of DIYers who modify their homes again and again for the sake of personalization. They scour TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for the newest DIY trends and projects making the rounds and—whether they’re renovation […]
Google’s Gemini AI Smart Home Controls are Rolling Out to Everyone
Google is bringing smart home controls in Gemini to everyone. The Google Home extension in the Gemini app is adding a few new features, in addition to letting you adjust your smart lighting, thermostat, speakers, and other compatible devices as long as they’re connected to your Google account. As The Verge reports, Google first previewed the […]
KitchenAid’s ‘Color of the Year’ Is Bright, Bold, and Buttery
When you think of stand mixers, you probably think of KitchenAid. The brand is practically synonymous with the tool, gracing the homes of millions of Americans who use theirs for everything from whipping egg whites to creaming butter and sugar for cookies. Heck, your parents might even still use the same model they got as a wedding […]
Google’s Gemini AI smart Home Controls Are Rolling Out Everywhere
Google is bringing smart home controls in Gemini to everyone. The Google Home extension in the Gemini app is adding a few new features, in addition to letting you adjust your smart lighting, thermostat, speakers, and other compatible devices as long as they’re connected to your Google account. As The Verge reports, Google first previewed the […]
Try Accent Lighting to Add a Simple Glow to your DIY Reno
Sometimes the only way to achieve the look you want is to do it yourself. That’s the motto, at least, for scores of DIYers who modify their homes again and again for the sake of personalization. They scour TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for the newest DIY trends and projects making the rounds and—whether they’re renovation […]
Pattern Drenching is the New Color Drenching for 2025 Interior Design
If you recall, and especially if you were a fan of the Color Drenching trend that seemed to be everywhere last year, you might want to look into Pattern Drenching. As House Beautiful reports, Pattern Drenching, one of this year’s biggest interior design trends, is making monochromatic waves in homes nationwide. “I generally feel like if […]
Looking to DIY your Home Improvements this Year? Try Putting in an Alcove (or Three)
Sometimes the only way to achieve the look you want is to do it yourself. That’s the motto, at least, for scores of DIYers who modify their homes again and again for the sake of personalization. They scour TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for the newest DIY trends and projects making the rounds and—whether they’re renovation […]
Getting Ready to Renovate? Design Experts say the “Kitchen Triangle” Layout is Outdated
The ‘kitchen triangle’ is an important concept for kitchen design, aiming to make it easier for homeowners to use their space efficiently. This theory refers to a kitchen layout that’s comprised of three elements within close proximity to each other: the fridge, a cooking station (usually a hob and oven unit) and the sink. As Country Living […]
Which HGTV Shows Are Returning in 2025?
When it comes to television, HGTV has cornered the market on addictive home renovation series, but with such an expansive programming slate, it can be hard to keep track of premieres. For example, many fans of Fixer to Fabulous with Dave and Jenny Marrs didn’t realize that their beloved series was returning on January 7! (If you […]