The cold weather is here. There’s nothing more classic than the image of having a cozy fire in the living room while the family gathers to play games. Or maybe just to find a few quiet moments at the end of a long day to curl up with a good book.
There’s no doubt that most of us are spending a lot more time at home this year. The home improvement business has been busier than ever, as homeowners are spending more and more time staring at their walls. We’re using our kitchens for more cooking, the occasional home office is now the everyday workplace, and…
By Carol KurthHome has become a sanctuary more than ever before. At Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors, we approach design as a narrative that unfolds, revealing inspiring architecture which creates a backdrop for living and an inspiration for lifestyle. Taking a look at how different elements add depth and interest to your home is an…
The kitchen, often referred to as the heart of the home, is certainly a hub. As a place to gather, prepare meals, and many times, entertain, this space has become more and more central to the home, and as a result gotten a larger and more open concept footprint in the modern family home. Kitchen…
If you have a bathroom in need of remodeling you might be cringing at the thought of how long the work can take, the expense and the return on investment. Fortunately, with proper pre-planning, and making sure you have decisions made in advance and materials on hand when you need them, you can do your…
Meet the humble mudroom, frequently one of the most chaotic spots in our homes. While many older homes rarely have a designated room, our family culture and newer architecture has developed these spaces into most modern homes. Your “mudroom” may be a shared space with laundry, or even just a small entryway or hall. It…
As we get deeper into summer, the term staycation is getting more and more attention. If you are like many of us planning on spending more time at home, it is the perfect opportunity to invest in your own backyard oasis. A great deck, patio or porch area creates the ideal environment for gathering with…
As the weather warms, we will be using our outdoor spaces for family gatherings and entertaining friends and family, more and more. In this article, we dive deeper into outdoor living and finding a way to expand your home by creating new spaces for gathering, lounging, entertaining and cooking. Sometimes we can all use a…
As the weather starts warming up, it’s the perfect time to vamp up the beauty of your outdoor space to enjoy more time outside! With these current uncertainty around COVID-19 and times of social distancing, it’s likely that most of us will be using our outdoor space for recreation and enjoying the outdoors more than…
Wow, what a time to be alive! I never thought I’d be writing a design post that was sparked by a pandemic virus, but here we are! Since many of us have had to transition to working from home, we thought it would be a great way to share five tips for your new home…
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