A kitchen renovation in the stunning Big Sur wilderness.…
When we bought The Little Glass House ten years ago, we were excited that it had a home office. It turns out we never used it. The previous owners had two large built in desks that wrapped around the room with small halogen lights over them and a wall of shelves. For years it just became the place where junk accumulated…papers, magazines, extra home accessories, and furniture. I dubbed it the “junk room” and avoided it whenever possible. The funny…
I love when a project comes together to create a beautiful, comfortable, relaxing home. In the case of this 1932 Spanish style home in Santa Barbara, it was myself, Projects, and Grace Design Associates along with talented painters and subcontractors that reimagined this house into a more modern version of itself, all while still retaining it’s old world charm. If you read my post last week, I covered the entry hall, living room, dining room, and kitchen. We’ll continue the…
My most recent project began when I met my clients two years ago. They had recently purchased a 1932 Spanish style home in the historic Mission District in Santa Barbara. I’ll be honest…I was hesitant at first as this style of home seemed a bit outside of my wheelhouse. When I first saw the house, it was currently being used as a rental and had an eclectic traditional style. Additionally, it seemed dark even with the numerous windows and French…
Today is a first for me. I’m joining seven talented bloggers who will be sharing ways to bring Spring into your living room. Never mind that it’s only February, a touch of Spring does wonders for the soul. After a neutral winter palette, I’m itching to bring in color and touches of the outdoors. In fall and winter I use warm throws, rugs, and lots of texture for a warm cozy feel. Yes, even here in Santa Barbara, we get…
The Christmas decorations have all been stored away which always leaves me feeling like I’m starting with a clean slate. I enjoy moving accessories and furniture around to create a fresh and updated look. In the living room, an antique table from Diani Living replaced the round reclaimed wood one. I’ve heard from plenty of Instagram friends that they preferred the previous one. However, I’m loving the smaller size, the character, and the lighter feel that this one brings. In…
Fall in California is quite a bit different than in other parts of the country. Our days tend to be warm and sunny, with cool crisp evenings. It’s my favorite kind of weather, but definitely not what one thinks of for fall. In our homes, I like to bring in the neutrals…winter whites and lots of cozy textures. Organic natural items such as white pumpkins, plants, and even driftwood lend a bit of autumn flavor to the decor. In The…
When one of my favorite stores is having a sale, I want to share. I’ve been shopping at Serena & Lily for myself and my clients for several years and when I’m back in Connecticut, its a must stop for me. Have you ever been in a store that you love so much, you want to move in? S & L is one of those! Serena & Lily believes living well begins at home. I wholeheartedly agree. Their fresh coastal…
When we bought our Big Sur home, it came with permits for two studios. We have been working on one of them. When it is completely finished, I will do a blog on the before and after as we await more permits. Last month, I ordered a sofa from RH. (As I’ve mentioned before, RH is one of the only companies that will deliver here!) According to the RH site, it wouldn’t fit through the doorway of the studio. My…
With Memorial Day just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect time to switch things up at The Little Glass House…a summer refresh, if you will! Summer is all about the outdoors and bringing it inside. I wanted to declutter and open things up a bit. A trip to the Barnhouse Market pop up shops in Santa Barbara was the jumping off point. A few new pieces started the summer refresh ball rolling! I found a gorgeous…