Walker Zanger Tile Merges Past With Present

WALKER ZANGER Growing up in Pasadena, CA, a community rich with history and an abundance of older homes, I have always been fascinated by the variety of architectural styles and periods represented around town.  Pasadenans love luxury, but without all … Read MoreWalker Zanger Tile Merges Past With Present

Don’t Think You Can Drink Red Wine On Your White Carpet? Karastan’s SmartStrand Silk Forever Clean Makes You Think Again.

Karastan SmartStrand Silk Forever Clean At last -you can drink red wine on your white carpet without a worry in the world.  A few years ago this was not possible, but the arrival of Karastan’s SmartStrand into the marketplace in … Read MoreDon’t Think You Can Drink Red Wine On Your White Carpet? Karastan’s SmartStrand Silk Forever Clean Makes You Think Again.

The Top 5 Kitchen and Bath Trends at KBIS 2015

  I just returned from Las Vegas, where I spent nearly a week with BlogTourVegas at the annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), where premier kitchen and bath brands come together to show off their newest introductions and innovations … Read MoreThe Top 5 Kitchen and Bath Trends at KBIS 2015

Master the Art of Stylish and Organized Kitchen Drawers in 2015 with Poggenpohl

Poggenpohl Every January, homeowners around the globe look to reorganize their lives, and one of the first places they turn to is their kitchen drawers.  Let’s face it – organized kitchen drawers are what every homeowner strives for, but very … Read MoreMaster the Art of Stylish and Organized Kitchen Drawers in 2015 with Poggenpohl

The Miele CM5200 Espresso Machine

The Miele CM5200 Espresso Machine Today is my version of “Coffee Talk” where I am discussing the Miele CM5200 espresso machine – an advanced, super-automatic espresso machine that I call the “Beast”  of all freestanding espresso machines.   As you may know, … Read MoreThe Miele CM5200 Espresso Machine

Retro Kitchen Appliances – 50s Styling with Today’s Modern Technology

  Just as mid-century modern decor has seen a resurgence in recent years, the kitchen has followed suit and retro kitchen appliances have been making a comeback for the young, eclectic and style savvy set.  However, what you see may … Read MoreRetro Kitchen Appliances – 50s Styling with Today’s Modern Technology

Prizer Custom Kitchen Hoods -Customization is King

There’s nothing I like more than a bright pop of color in the kitchen – it keeps me happy and on my toes when I cook.  The photo shown above is of a BlueStar professional range with a color-coordinated Prizer … Read MorePrizer Custom Kitchen Hoods -Customization is King

Ankasa – Design Savvy Furnishings and Accessories for the Home

Ankasa As you all may know – I recently traveled to New York with BlogTourNYC, where I spent 3 days immersing myself into the world of design.  On the morning of my departure, I spent a leisurely morning strolling around … Read MoreAnkasa – Design Savvy Furnishings and Accessories for the Home

Blanco Attika and Solon- Form and Function Coexist

Blanco Attika Sink I have this thing for architecture – I always have, which is why the minute I laid eyes on the Blanco Attika sink (above, shown with the Blanco Culina Semi-Professional faucet), it immediately struck a chord. I’m particularly … Read MoreBlanco Attika and Solon- Form and Function Coexist

BlogTourNYC Visits With Bunny Williams and John Rosselli at Treillage

It’s been a week or so since I wrote about our last BlogTourNYC adventure so I thought I’d throw another one at you, and this is a good one!  On our third full day in New York for BlogTour, we … Read MoreBlogTourNYC Visits With Bunny Williams and John Rosselli at Treillage