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Home & Living

Comfortable rooms, considered details and welcoming gatherings.

Wall of antique frames, mirrors and keys

A Wall of Mirrors and Heirloom Hardware

Old frames, brass keys and small carved hooks turned a plain wall into a display. Ideas to try at home.

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Sitting area with dark wood seats and red cushions

A Heritage Sitting Room Corner

Dark wood, deep red cushions and a few old pieces on the wall: ideas from a sitting area I loved.

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A Warm Living Room Refresh Without Starting Over

A room can feel different without replacing everything in it. My starting point would be the way the space is used: where people sit, where the light falls, and what makes it easy to relax.

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Hosting a Small Gathering With Less Fuss

When I think about a welcoming gathering, I think first about the people coming. A comfortable place to sit and an easy conversation matter more to me than a perfectly matched table.

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Making Room for a Traditional Jhoola

A traditional jhoola can be a striking focal point. I like the idea of giving a special piece enough space to be appreciated, rather than surrounding it with competing decoration. Start with the practical questions, then enjoy choosing the details.

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An outdoor table setting from Sundra’s Facebook photo

A Simple Table That Leaves Room for Conversation

A welcoming table does not need layers of new purchases. I like to think of the setting as a frame for the meal: comfortable, useful and easy to sit around.

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