We know what you are thinking. 1970’s macramé or the hideous “wearable art” that your eccentric aunt (or college professor) loves to pair with “ethnic” jewelry? No. We’re talking about the textile…
Published January 19, 2015 by AS WE LIVE & EAT
How do you make a $13 purchase look like a $100 investment? It’s easier than you think. We found potted ferns on special for $12.98 at our local big box…
Published January 12, 2015 by As We Live & Eat
We love shelter magazines like “Architectural Digest” and “Elle Décor” as well as catalogs from west elm, cb2 , and Restoration Hardware. We particularly focus on room styling and love how these editorialized spaces “read well.” Indeed these rooms work by visually conjuring up vignettes that illicit our emotional responses.
We always want our rooms to look inviting and chic—just like pages in a catalog or magazine. But how do we balance the needs of our lives with a strong aesthetic? How do we provide that “wow” moment for our guests?