Earlier this week we shared our Design Debate on “Our Love/Hate Relationship with Throw Pillows”. If you are pro throw pillows and like having them in your space, then here we have rounded up our favorite throw pillows for your Autumn decoration. Happy Shopping! (Vendors & links listed below.) Where to Shop These Pillows! 1. Terracotta Orange […]
Author: Kate
RHB Favorite Finds! *Desk Accessories*
Last week we shared some design secrets for setting up functional work space in our post “Considerations for Setting up a Home Office or Work Space”. Today, we share ideas to help organize that space … and make it pretty! Check out our favorite finds in desk & work space accessories below. Happy Shopping! (Vendors […]
My Restyling Challenges after Moving
My family and I have moved 4 times and lived in 4 very different homes in the last 13 years. I have learned a lot through those experiences and share some tips in my article Top 5 Things You Need to Do Right after Moving into a New House. Still, the challenges of moving are […]
Top 5 Things You Need to Do Right after Moving into a New House
My family and I have moved 4 times in the last 12 years. Twice across the world and twice across the country. We moved from Austin to Singapore (for 1.5 years) and then back. Then 4 years later we moved from Austin to Upstate NY and then 6 years later back to Austin. Phew!!! With […]
Cactus or Succulent?
In the world of design and decor, cactus and succulents are having a moment and show no signs of slowing down. They are everywhere! Which is wonderful as they have a minimalist beauty and charm. Even my 12 year old daughter wants her room decorated with cactus & succulent decor. But, here is my question […]
3 Styling Tips to Start Your Backyard Transformation
1. Decorate with “Cool” Colors I find that decorating with the “cool” colors, such as blues and greens is usually best for the outdoors. The reason for this is psychology – “cool” colors make us feel cooler and this is what most of us want during the heat of Summer! It is already sunny and […]
Kate’s Backyard Tour and Restyling Challenges
I love our backyard, but the layout of this backyard is drastically different from the layout of our former backyards. I wanted to try my best to re-use the outdoor furniture from our previous 2 homes, but I was intimidated with the task of restyling my patio furniture….where will I put everything….would I have enough […]
How to Style a Bookcase With Bliss
There are 2 main steps to creating a beautifully styled bookshelf. Breaking down the process into these 2 steps takes away what sometimes can feel like an overwhelming task: Start with the big picture, and arrange the bigger pieces & elements of the bookcase following the rule of visual weight. Fill in with the smaller […]
RHB Favorite Finds! *Round Mirrors*
It’s an insider secret that mirrors are a designers best friend. Want to know why? Check out our article on “7 Ways to Use Mirrors When Decorating Your Home”. If you don’t have a statement mirror in your home you need to get one now! Round mirrors are very on trend and it’s no wonder […]
3 Simple Measurements to Help Hang Artwork with Bliss
Buying the artwork is the easy part; hanging the artwork – this is where things become more complicated. People often hang artwork, mirrors, and wall decor too high or randomly all over the place. I have 3 simple measurements to simplify hanging all of these for you. If you follow these 3 important rules, you […]