Rightsize my lifestyle!
Good things come in small packages right? Well this teeny tiny NY apartment delivers on that. Beautifully designed and precisely appointed, it clearly illustrates that less really can be more. Images via Home Design Ideas.com A smaller space can offer a more peaceful, clutter free lifestyle. We all have too much stuff! Reducing the unnecessary […]
Okay, so I have a confession…I have a soft place in my heart for vintage Schwinn bikes. In fact, I own three. Meet my rides: I fixed up this cute red one with the the oh so stylish white tires, she lives at our beach house… The tandem bike gets lots of use at the beach […]
This past Thursday we hosted a lovely supper club at my vintage Manzanita beach house… Images via Grace & Ivy I really love these events. There’s nothing like a table full of food, served family style, to inspire a true sense of community. This time around we did a pig roast and celebrated, friend and […]
On a recent family visit to the college town of San Luis Opisbo, we dined at a lovely Italian eatery- Palazzo Giuseppe. Dinner was delicious! Shortly, after we cleaned our plates, I excused myself to investigate the bathrooms. (I just can’t help myself). I pushed through the door and was immediately struck by the soft […]
I like to garden and get my hands dirty…it can truly be a creative experience – a zen moment. Although I may garden alone, sharing my garden with friends brings me much joy! Many of the people I meet, often feel attached to their large yard and this prevents them from downsizing. They may not […]
As an interior designer, I am always looking for interesting, creative design that captures a sense of adventure but still functions well in a home environment. Being a foodie and wine enthusiast, Portland is a mecca for wonderful restaurants. The restaurant’s design is just as important as the food being presented. I especially love going into restaurant bathrooms to see if […]
Lately, everyone is going through a shift, not only with jobs but with their living space and this inevitably effects our lifestyle. This is the problem everyone is scared to talk about – no one knows how to do it. I am not just talking about senior housing…or retirement. Downsizing is affecting renters, vacation home […]