Portland painter antiques furniture and walls
A Portland painter gives instant antiquity to everyday objects.
Outdoor lighting ideas
Highlight your home with outdoor lighting that packs a style punch.
Oregon made products
We round up our favorite products, shops and artists from Oregon for Spring and Summer 2013.
Scrap fabric, pillows and summer
What to do when the sun comes out and you can see how dirty your house is? First, you could clean. Second, you could get out of the house until it is too dark to see all the dust and hairballs floating around and save yourself some grief and work. You can probably guess which path I take.
How are you liking Pinterest? If you haven’t tried it, and if you are considering any house projects at all, you will not believe how helpful Pinterest can be.
Katrina cottages
In the aftermath of Katrina, designer Marianne Casuto developed the Katrina Cottage. They are stunning. They are compact, efficient, and beautiful. And guess what? They are available for purchase.
Carrie Mae Weems: Portland Art Museum
The retrospective of photographer Carrie Mae Weems at the Portland Art Museum reminds me to stop and feel both life’s momentous and mundane moments.
Not just a pretty space
A beautifully decorated room gets attention, but our designers agree it must have the essential ingredient: you.
How to buy and care for leather furniture
Furniture stores seem to wrangle more hides than most cattle ranches. And sales of leather sofas, chairs and ottomans show no signs of slowing.
Chic window shades
Window shades don’t have to be bland. Here are a few of our favorites.
