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The Heart Of The House Gets New Color, Cubbies, Connectivity

by KIM COOKAssociated Press As French chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud puts it, “Kitchens should be designed around what’s truly important — fun, food, and life.” Kitchens now might not […]

‘Biophilia’ Style: Nature As Self-Expression, Solace

by KIM COOKAssociated Press From tattoos to clothing to furnishings, more people are adorning their bodies and homes with themes from nature. Designers and artists who see this “biophilia” trend […]

Home Lighting Update: Designers Get Creative, Clever, Cozy

KIM COOKAssociated Press Designers and lighting companies have been busy coming up with new ways to hold a lightbulb and project light, and winter is a great time to explore […]

Pots And Perches To Show Off Your Houseplants In Style

KIM COOKAssociated Press Houseplants have been keeping a lot of us company during the pandemic, and the good news is there’s a plant for any home, big or small, well-lit […]

Gear To Get Kids Cooking — For Real Or For Play

KIM COOKAssociated Press Introducing kids to cooking can be more than fun. It can teach skills and perhaps set children up to be healthier eaters. Temporary mess in the kitchen, […]

Crafts: Indie Makers Get Creative With Yarns, Dyes

KIM COOKAssociated Press When you see a nice handmade sweater, you know it took a while to make. The knitting or crocheting is just part of it. (A fun online calculator at […]

Turning The Page To A New Year: Style-Savvy 2022 Calendars

KIM COOKAssociated Press Why are many of us still drawn to paper calendars in this digital age? Karen Hernandez, senior product manager at the Museum of Modern Art in New […]