When you think of environmental conservation, interior design is often not one of the first things to come to mind. But it’s exactly what’s at the center of a new collaboration between Pottery Barn and the the Surfrider Foundation. Jennifer Kellor, president of Pottery Barn Teen, said the brands joined forces “to create a coastal-inspired collection […]
Category: Home Improvement
Ikea’s new Air Quality Sensor lets you Monitor Pollutants in your Home
Keeping track of air pollutants in your home just got easier thanks to Ikea’s new Vindstyrka indoor air quality sensor arriving in April. The tabletop device features a large display so you can see in real time the particulate matter levels (PM2.5), humidity, temperature, and total volatile organic compounds (VOC) of your home’s air. No pricing has been announced […]
Renting over Home Ownership, even for Millionaires, is on the Rise
The American household is changing as homeownership is not a priority for everyone, especially not for Millennials and Gen Zs. The share of affluent Americans choosing to live in rental homes has ballooned in recent years according to a new analysis by RentCafe. 43 million families are currently living in apartments, the highest level in half a […]
In 2023, the Money’s in Remodeling
It’s well-reported of late that higher interest rates have made home sales numbers pretty dismal, and the market for new builds has tanked too. Neither are particularly good for home furnishings retailers or the companies who work with them like suppliers, designers and product developers. But unlike previous housing market downturns, which were much more […]
Jerrelle Guy’s Madea collection for Anthropologie brings a Splash of Color & a Pinch of Joy to the Kitchen
Anthroplogie partnered with Jerrelle Guy, star baker, food stylist, and award-winning author of the Black Girl Baking cookbook, for a collection of bakeware and kitchenware, that comes from the heart. Named after the eldest of Guy’s grandmother’s sisters, the Madea Collection includes a variety of kitchen items ranging from dessert plates and prep bowls to […]
Celebrated Photographer Annie Leibovitz is Ikea’s new Artist in Residence for 2023
Ikea appointed renowned American photographer Annie Leibovitz as the brand’s artist in residence in 2023. The decision to partner with Leibovitz came after the January release of Ikea’s 9th annual “Life at Home Report.” This year the furniture retail company is taking a different approach at showcasing the report’s findings with the help of Leibovitz. […]
Marie Kondo has Given Up on Tidying Up – Here’s Why
Marie Kondo has given up on tidying up – at least for now. Posting on her website shortly after the birth of her third child in 2021, the Japanese organization expert reflected on motherhood, saying she had “eased up on herself” when it comes to tidying, and that it’s no longer at the top of her to-do […]
How Do You Find Your Property Lines?
You may feel confident that you know your property lines just by looking at your house and yard. The neighbor’s fence and where you mow your grass all seem to match the boundaries between other houses on your street. Now imagine being so wrong about your property lines that you learn your house is built on the completely wrong […]
Why Is Knowing Your Property Lines Important?
You may feel confident that you know your property lines just by looking at your house and yard. The neighbor’s fence and where you mow your grass all seem to match the boundaries between other houses on your street. Now imagine being so wrong about your property lines that you learn your house is built on the completely wrong […]
Here’s What You Need to Know About Season 2 of ‘The Nate and Jeremiah Home Project’
Heartwarming design docu-series, The Nate and Jeremiah Home Project, starring designers Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent, is returning to HGTV and discovery+ February 22 at 9|8c. The series, which attracted 13.4 million viewers during its first season, follows the couple as they help overwhelmed families sort keepsakes from clutter to get a fresh start. Inspired by the sentimental pieces, Nate and Jeremiah […]