Self-care is essential for dads, recharging them for better parenting. It can take many forms, from meditation to hobbies, and setting boundaries is crucial to prioritize well-being.
A Dad's Road Trip Survival Guide
Family road trips offer adventure and bonding opportunities, but require careful planning and creativity. Preparing the car, entertaining children, and striking a balance between screen time and traditional activities are key. Flexibility and patience are also crucial to navigate unexpected challenges and create lasting memories.
Spruce Up Your Coffee Table
Red bougainvilleas are beautiful off and on the branch. They create more interesting shapes than roses or tulips.
Homemade Ciabatta Bread
Nothing beats the slight tang and softness of a ciabatta. Here’s my recipe. Simply dip in some olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Three-Color Palette
When it comes to choosing decorative pieces, you want to stick to a maximum of three colors. Then it’s all about placement.
Shelves over Cabinets
If you have beautiful dishware and cookware, show them off with minimalist shelving. They’ll also be easier to access!
Bisecting Your Loft
Discover how to make the most of your loft space by creating a second floor that doesn’t make you feel like a giant.
Midnight & Suflowers
Painting a bedroom dark blue is an austere choice, but balancing it with white and gold can give it an unorthodox serenity.
Open Kitchen-Dining Combo
The open kitchen can do a lot to make a narrow space feel wider. Here’s some tips and furniture suggestions to make it even more spacious.
Alignment
Creating the best layout for your framed artwork can be a challenge. Luckily, these core design tenets can help you get started.
Chairs for the Foyer
For the “no shoes” households: give your foyer a lush look with potted trees and antique wooden chairs.
Evolved Daybed
Sometimes you want a living room that can double as a guest room. The daybed is a great couch solution that’s easy to convert.
Hank Monroe is one of my favorite playwrights. It would certainly be a dream to build a set to his magnum opus, “Fire Lily.”
Utilitarian Centerpieces
You don’t need flowers to give nuance to a dining table. Simple objects can be combined to create a centerpiece that’s both beautiful and useful.
Don’t Be Afraid of Painting it Teal
Give an accent wall some more personality by painting a thrift store find the same color. Cool jewelry can double as decoration.
Luxury Deck Furniture
When it comes to the outdoors, it’s wise to invest in furniture that can stand up to the elements. Here are some recommendations.
The Summer Home of Ada Basque
Artist Ada Basque gave us a tour of her beautiful home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she showed us how to use indigo.
Room to Work
A lucite desk can illuminate and open up your workspace at a low cost. Balance the look with a more intricate chair.
Modernizing the Tudor Cottage
Tudor architecture is known for its exposed ceiling beams. Adding a little plaster and paint is a great way to update and add depth to a room.
Tropics
From simple color-blocking to handmade throw pillows, a little DIY can not only brighten a room, it can transport you to a different place entirely.