Recent Spaces Articles
Is it too shabby? Is it too chic? Where is the happy medium? Shabby chic is a combination of old and new, fresh and used, a vintage feel with an underlying classy tone. Don't let the word "shabby" deter you from diving head-first into this design style trend. In this...
Home furnishings retailer West Elm recently opened a new store in Breton Village, in Grand Rapids. West Elm, whose flagship store is in Brooklyn, New York, has one other Michigan location: Birmingham. Why Grand Rapids for the new location? "Grand Rapids is a city...
"Come Home to New" at Standale Interiors and see a whole new look, from the new logo change to all the new showroom enhancements. With so many new ideas, you will surely be inspired to "Come Home to New." Five new cabinetry displays New fabric samples for custom order...
A gallery wall groups all of the things you find fascinating in one spot. It's the perfect creative outlet—a reflection of your personal style and taste. How do you create a gallery wall that works for you? While it's so appealing, let's talk execution. If you don't...
Award-winning garden and design expert P. Allen Smith will be in Holland during the Tulip Time Festival to share ideas and inspiration with gardening enthusiasts. "Holland's Tulip Time is one of my 'bucket list' destinations," Smith said. Smith is the host of public...
How does the old saying go? "You don't know what you have until it's gone?" While this expression is traditionally tied to past loves or simpler days, it has arguably become the bane of my existence, hopping from one Grand Rapids rental property to the next. Where are...
Itching to dig your fingers in the garden, even though there's a foot of snow on the ground? This time of year, when plant and seed catalogs begin to arrive, seems such a cruel taunt, since there's plenty of winter left. Try planting a terrarium or shallow container...
If you have small children, you may already be stressed about the inevitable flux of new toys that will make their way into your home. Making space before they arrive could make things less overwhelming. Carolyn TenBrink, a Cannonsburg Elementary first-grade teacher...
Most women wouldn't argue the fact that the holiday season is amongst the most stressful, most cluttered times of the year. Following their first shift (work) and second shift (family and home responsibilities), the holidays could easily feel like a third shift. How...
With the early wintry weather, it's been easy to get into the holiday spirit and decorate for winter festivities. As we unpack those totes of garland, lights, and other décor, the amount of decorations we've collected over the years may seem a bit overwhelming. Before...