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You can have a beautiful home and still not feel good in it. And that’s the part that confuses people. Because on paper, everything looks right. The furniture is in place. The colors work. The styling is done. Maybe it even looks like something you’d see in a magazine. But when you actually live in […]

When Design Looks Right But Feels Wrong

Anita's Journal

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

Renovations can cause of long-term stress, with some projects lasting up to 9-12 months. Some even reveal unwelcome surprises that add zeros to your bottom line! If you’re doing the whole house one room at a time, you may find yourself in a painful position for longer than you had initially imagined. 

How To Manage Stress From Renovating

Wellness

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Paintbrushes dipped in varying shades of muted green

I have always and forever been a blue tones kinda girl. They’re soft and welcoming, while having presence and impact! Touches of blue and green are threaded throughout our house, especially in the kitchen and bedroom, where we want the most out of these harmonious shades. 

My Favorite Blue & Green Paint Colors

My Picks

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Hammer in hand, let's get this bathroom reno STARTED!

Start with the spaces that will have the biggest impact on your relationships! Think about all ways you want to relate within any given room to both yourself and others. Once you know your big goals, this will inform decisions about functionality and aesthetics.  

Full Size Renovation? Prioritize By Location.

Wellness

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Our home office is a rotating door. I have a theory why our office has become such a family favorite: the chairs. We recently replaced our old wooden and wicker seating with something a little more plush from Sunbrella. What a world of difference!

WFH Productivity: The Secret’s in the Seat

My Picks

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While this year’s challenges have taught us to become more adaptable, we need to make sure our flexibility hasn’t come at the expense of our personal time. Today, I want to delve into how to set yourself up for better success as we navigate this pandemic.

Finding “Me Time” When Time Stands Still

Anita's Journal

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Imagine knowing exactly where everything is in your home off the top of your head, whether it’s your spare car key, extra lip balm, or a stash of thumb tacks. What a time saver! This kind of organization can be achieved with the help of a few awesome tools—and two-day shipping. 

Organizational Systems Beyond the College Apartment

Organization

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My attitude sets the tone for my girls. Kids are such sponges! Even when they’re no longer repeating our actions and phrases, they’re still absorbing so much from how we approach different situations.

Top 4 Tips for Heading Back To Socially-Distanced School

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One of my new client renovations includes leveling a front entry way and building a new staircase.  Lately, my clients and I have really hit a stride when it comes to aligning aesthetics and functional goals. Many times as a designer, you compromise here or there because after all, it’s your client’s home, not yours! […]

Why you need a black metal staircase

Design

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Nothing brings a home back to life faster than a can of paint! Sorting through a million swatches can be daunting, but I’ve got a shortcut for you: my all-time favorite shades of blue & green to revitalize any space. 

My free guide to the best blue and green paint colors 

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