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.

Get your home sell-ready

Use these tips to get the best resale value.

Add personality to your walls

When it comes to adding personality to your home, wallpaper offers nearly endless possibilities.

Homework help

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

Shannon Cohen products available at Meijer

A recent partnership between Meijer and Shannon Cohen Inc. means shoppers at 230 Meijer stores can add inspiration to their weekly shopping haul.Cohen’s Tough...

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.

Winter cozy

Five tips for transforming your space for winter.

The house that friends built

Immersed in real estate and renovations growing up in Grand Rapids, Ella Baker transitioned to Michigan State’s prestigious interior design program.

A little aloha in West Michigan

As a home stylist for the last 24 years, it is so rewarding to be able to infuse joy into people’s homes through interior design.

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...

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.

Earth-conscious entertaining

Combine comfort with eco-friendly products for an outdoor entertaining oasis.
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Deliberate design

Simplifying your space can promote calm.

3 landscape looks

Bring your home’s style outdoors.

Report: Grand Rapids among top cities for young homeowners

Young residents in Grand Rapids have a higher share of homeownership than most other cities in the U.S., according to a recent report.

Your nest on Bridge Street

“There’s a fog upon L.A.,” George Harrison sang from his house on Blue Jay Way. I remember that street...

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. 

Your dream closet

9 design elements to turn your closet into a space you want to spend time in.

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