There’s something so romantic about the idea of drifting off to sleep with a warm breeze and the sound of crickets outside your window. Before air conditioning took over, families used sleeping porches to beat the heat, and honestly, I think they were onto something. These airy, open spaces were the ultimate summer escape, and …
Theo Moreau
When I first saw my sloped backyard, I’ll be honest, I thought I was stuck with a landscaping nightmare. But the more I looked into it, the more I realized it was actually a goldmine. Those natural angles offer built-in drama, better drainage, and so many creative possibilities. With the right design, a hilly yard …
It’s wild how quickly a fresh living room can start to feel… off. I was staring at mine the other day thinking, Did I really love this just last year? With 2025 around the corner, I’ve been itching for a refresh, nothing too extreme, just a little glow-up. I didn’t want to blindly chase trends, …
I’ve always been curious about what $1 million can actually buy across the U.S., and let me tell you, the differences are wild. In one state, that budget might get you a sprawling estate with a pool and mountain views. In another, it barely covers a sleek condo downtown. After diving into listings coast to …
I’ve seen some jaw-dropping homes in my time, but a few of these price tags made even me do a double take. When billionaires go house hunting, it’s not just about square footage, it’s about helipads, gold-plated bathrooms, and views that look straight out of a dream. Some of these homes genuinely earn their eye-watering …
There’s something deeply grounding about adobe houses, the kind of home that feels connected to the earth in every sense. Built from sun-dried bricks made of clay, straw, and soil, these homes have been around for thousands of years, and for good reason. I’ve always admired their natural charm and eco-friendly vibe, but they’re not …
I used to think anything collecting dust in my attic was just junk, until I sold an old flip phone for way more than I expected. That’s when I realized some of the random stuff we stash away could actually be worth something. With how fast technology and trends change, things that seem totally outdated …
I’ve definitely been tempted by a beautiful antique vase or a charming old chair more times than I can count, but not everything vintage is worth taking home. Over the years, I’ve learned (sometimes the hard way) that some of the prettiest pieces are secretly the worst investments. Just because something has patina or history …
Built in 1937 as a wedding gift for the daughter of a local magnate, this stone-clad stunner once turned heads for all the right reasons. Nestled among still-occupied neighbors, it now sits quietly crumbling—a grand dame gone ghost. Time may have faded its luster, but the charm is stubborn. Unlike some tense, adrenaline-packed explores, stepping …
Kitchen trends have a funny way of circling back when you least expect them. What once felt outdated—hello tile counters and wood paneling—is now turning up in glossy magazines with a chic new spin. Suddenly, grandma’s kitchen doesn’t seem so far off from your Pinterest board. On the flip side, a few recent obsessions are …