Post renovation euphoria

I’ve decided that renovating is a lot like having a kid. More the childbirth part.

Raising the bar

Entertain at home with a high-end bar.

The Bird House

Brad and Becke Shiel wanted a change. They were ready for the next chapter in their lives. Despite loving their Eastown existence for the...

Winter cozy

Five tips for transforming your space for winter.

The cure for furniture fixation

We all get stuck in a design rut sometimes.

Character, Detail & Flair

When a family of four approached Liz and Kevin Hoekzema with an idea for new construction, the design-build duo had just the spot.

Breakfast essentials

I don't know about you, but my husband and I are always talking about a way to add a cozy breakfast nook into our home. Whether it's built-in or just in the kitchen, I love to have both an eat-in kitchen and an additional dining area — probably because I love variety.

Hygge

Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) is a Danish word that has been gaining recognition of late, and it’s one we find especially important in the design world.

Coffee break

Built-in coffee bars are all the rage right now, and it makes sense why that is: aside from being gorgeous and adding significant value to a home, they are incredibly functional, especially when hosting those large holiday gatherings!

3 landscape looks

Bring your home’s style outdoors.

Report: Grand Rapids has 20th most homes selling above asking price

More than half of the homes sold in Grand Rapids were purchased above the asking price this year, according to a recent report.

Animal shelter urges pet winter safety, provides resources

The Kent County Animal Shelter (KCAS) is urging pet owners and community members to protect animals from dangerously cold winter temperatures. 

Homework help

6 tips for creating a homework spot your kids will love.

Bye-bye 4″ x 4″ pink tile!

As a seller out East, I had just enjoyed a weekend of selling my apartment and didn’t expect the heartache that was to come in finding a home in Grand Rapids.

Office style

Creativity and necessity come together for these three people who have made space for work at home.
Via Design interior design room partial

Deliberate design

Simplifying your space can promote calm.

Feeling blue

Pantone’s Color of the Year is a perfect fit for Michiganders.

Natural elements

Bring the outdoors into your home.

Bathroom oasis

Transform your bathroom with these simple tips.

Planting an oven in the ground

When friends come to visit Nina Van Harn during decent weather, the first place everyone heads is to the backyard.

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