8 Creative Ways With Closets Here are some inspiring examples of closet transformations including a home bar, gym and office. SHARON LEE Guest post by Kelsey Roadruck, Houzz Closets are no longer limited to storing clothes, linens or random odds and ends. You can actually discover more living space and streamline storage for your lifestyle in these underutilized and overlooked places. Here are some inspiring examples of closet transformations including a home bar, gym and office. Photo by Sutro Architects&... read more

Move to Temporary Housing Seamlessly in Five Steps Here are 5 steps to help you through your transition without having to feel like a vagabond.   SHARON LEE Guest post by Laura McHolm Oh my, as if moving once wasn’t bad enough. You need to do it twice? Construction not complete? Haven’t quite found your dream house? Old house sold and new one not ready yet? Okay, let’s make this as easy as possible for you. First, don’t think of it as the same thing as the “Big ... read more

The 2018 Home Upgrades for New Homeowners The best way to personalize your space and give it a fresh, polished vibe is to make upgrades—big or small—that let your personality shine. SHARON LEE Guest post by Jessica Thiefels The best way to personalize your space and give it a fresh, polished vibe is to make upgrades—big or small—that let your personality shine. Whether you’re ready to undertake a major remodeling project or only have the budget for a few modern touches, these D... read more

8 Clever Ways to Store Books Around the House Here are 8 clever ways to store books around the house. Which one is your favorite? SHARON LEE7 Guest post by  Michelle Lee, Houzz Although reading books can seem like a long lost art in the days of digital devices, there still remains something special about the smell of a brand new novel and being able to flip through physical pages. For dedicated bookworms with cherished collections, it can be a struggle to store and display your favorites without a d... read more

How to Achieve Modern Minimalism Modern minimalism is evolving to incorporate color and evoke a calm, homey feel. Here are six minimalist techniques to try at home. SHARON LEE Guest post by  Michelle Lee When we think of minimalist style, blank white interiors similar to hospital rooms are often what first come to mind. However, this style is evolving to incorporate color and evoke a calm, homey feel. It doesn’t require throwing away all of your possessions or taking a bucket of white paint to... read more