Entrepreneur and creative Nicola Bathie McLaughlin takes multi-hyphenate to a new level. The jewelry and interior designer turned lifestyle influencer recently launched a collaboration with Dillard’s, and she juggles it all while working from home. When she tapped us to help outfit a dedicated home office, we were excited to help bring her vision to...
When it comes to our bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms, we put so much thought and consideration into the layout and design to ensure our comfort and that of our guests. We consider functional needs and aesthetic design while layering in our own unique style – but when was the last time you put...
Chef Michael Symon knows a thing or two about barbecuing. Besides penning multiple grilling cookbooks and owning several restaurants dedicated to that perfect char, he’s also a co-host of ABC’s The Chew and Food Network’s Throwdown with Michael Symon, and a winner of the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chefs in America. This year,...
Emma W. has a passion for travel, fashion and, of course, home decor. So, when she started dreaming up the design for the primary suite in her historic, early-1900s San Francsico apartment, Frontgate was top of mind for outfitting the space. "Like many others after the past couple of years, [my fiancé and I] are...
After so much time spent cooped up indoors, we want to spend practically every waking moment this summer outside. And we aren't talking about roughing it. You can bring along your favorite activities – along with the lived-in luxury of all your indoor spaces – to create the ultimate outdoor home. Here's how: Throw an...
There aren't many interior designers who can say their career began when they were sophomores in high school - but Kevin Francis O'Gara can. A few years later at age 22, after studying interior design and hospitality at Cornell University, the Atlanta-based designer launched his eponymous product and design studio Kevin Francis Design. In addition...
A rug is the base canvas of a room, acting either as the foundation for a specific aesthetic or as the background that quietly ties the room together. And it takes quite a beating. The constant foot traffic, furniture, kids and pets all eventually impact your floor. This is where a quality performance rug comes...
Whether fun and colorful or regal and white, table linens are an important element in any dining experience. The tablecloth, napkins, placemats and table runner you use instantly become the background setting for your meal. Restaurant-quality table linens can have the reputation for being the same: white, stiff and boring. Fortunately, performance table linens are...
We believe entertaining should look and feel (nearly) effortless. That's especially important with so many of us opting to host more intimate – and relaxed – gatherings, as well as outdoor affairs, which can present additional challenges. Read on for the essentials that can make even an impromptu soiree feel low-maintenance and high-style. 1. Optima...
Is it possible to feel passionate about a bath towel? We think so. More importantly, so do 7,000 of our customers. When we developed our Resort Cotton Towel, we wanted to create a towel that was as lush, lofty and luxurious as the ones in the finest hotels and spas … one that you would look...
When it comes to entertaining, there's no one who does it quite like you. A favorite serving board. A well-appointed wine caddy. Napkin rings that reflect your personal style. You know just the tools it takes to make any soiree a success and look good at the same time. Take a peek at some of...
Ever feel like your bedroom doesn’t quite express the style you’re seeking? To create a cohesive aesthetic, it’s important for other furnishings to coordinate with your bed (even if it is the focal point). To demonstrate, we paired three beds – all with their own unique style – with nightstands and accessories. The result is...
Yes, there’s an art to Christmas tree decorating … but there’s certainly also a science. Stylist Julie Kleski has 20 years of professional design experience, and there's an outline she follows every time. While we each have our own decorating style, following five steps can help you create a seasonal showstopper. Shape and Fluff An...
While it's tempting to shy away from introducing multiple colors and/or patterns into the same room, it's actually an easy (and time-tested) tactic for bringing cohesion to a space and accentuating favorite furnishings. Here are a few ways to get started. Let a bold pattern shine by using its palette to select solid-colored upholstery. Here,...
After a long winter of being cooped up inside, Erin Gates was ready to get outside. The founder of Boston-based Erin Gates Design and lifestyle blog Elements of Style had several spaces she wanted to update, and we teamed up with her to help create comfortable outdoor rooms where she could kick back with family...
Is your outdoor living area feeling less than lively? Those finishing touches that "make a house a home" also can make your alfresco space feel fresh and cohesive. Here are seven ways to perk up the style of outdoor seating and dining areas. 1. PILLOWS Just like their indoor cousins, outdoor pillows can dramatically shift...
Like jewelry, home accessories are an easy way to play with style – punctuating the aesthetic of any space or guiding the statement in a different direction. And our extensive selection of ceramic collections makes it easy to mix, match and perfectly express yourself. Because the handcrafted vases, jars and pots are all based on...
While we’re still sad (really sad) to see summer go, we can’t deny how excited we are for our favorite autumn activities. Driving in the country to see the leaves changing colors, picking apples and pumpkins, sipping on apple cider – and ending each day in front of a cozy fire. And since that means...
You don’t need the help of Santa’s elves to pull off holiday decorating and entertaining with ease. From garlands to serving platters, we’ve rounded up some of our all-time favorite essentials that make tackling the season a breeze. 1. Cut the Cord When it comes to greenery, not only do cords end up a tangled...
There are still a few weeks of summer left, but fall is peeking right around the corner. It’s time to start getting ready! You can make your home feel more seasonally appropriate with just a few simple updates that are sure to make a big impact. It's a great way to set the scene for...
