One reason I always try and invest in neutral furniture is so that I can easily update my rooms with less expensive accessories. One of my favorite ways to freshen a space for Spring is to switch out curtains. Whether you're looking for paler fabric to brighten a space, textural fabric to add richness, or patterned fabric to add visual interest, I've rounded up a selection of 10 fabulous window Read more

You may remember our excitement about The Shops at Target launch we dished on a while back. On May 6, the first incarnation of this collaborative series will be hitting stores, and the preview shots of the Privet House collection don't disappoint! The limited-edition pieces capture Privet House's East Coast antique aesthetic but reflect Target's affordable prices — the best of both worlds, Read more

Each Spring, I get an urge to freshen the rooms I spend the most time in. Still, with the distraction of light-filled afternoons that stretch into leisurely evenings, the thought of tackling more time-consuming DIY projects isn't as appealing as it was during the Winter months. This week, I'm looking to rooms that have simple, turnkey solutions for updating decor. While some of them involve a bit Read more

Jet-black walls can lend a bold, contemporary accent to any room, but how do you make it work for Spring? No need to rethink your design as the weather warms up. Instead, size up your space and see how different décor choices can brighten up the room. Whether you're dealing with lackluster chalkboard details or all-out inky walls, you can check out these nine creative tips for keeping dark walls Read more

This Easter, I'm resisting the urge to overindulge in pastels and am looking to neutrals, natural materials, and modern silhouettes to serve as the foundation for my decor. Of course, pastels will still be present — it is Easter after all — only they'll sneak in by way of smaller accents. While some of these picks are unabashedly on the cutesy side, they have just the right amount of Read more

This week, I'm inspired by outdoor spaces that celebrate Spring flowers. Since some of us don't have the room to cultivate a a yard of full of our favorite posies, I like the idea of creating mini gardens with window boxes as an alternative. Instead of the window boxes you might associate with quaint cottages, I'm looking for modern versions of these hanging flower beds. Keep reading for a look Read more

A former art teacher always told me to take breaks while painting a colorful piece to gaze at the color green. Even the most vibrant greens seem to have an immediate calming effect. It's certainly a refreshing shade, which surprisingly, does help to cleanse the visual palette. I still apply the theory to other art forms; specifically, interior design. While drenching a room in green might not Read more