Ideas + Inspiration

Five surprising features celebrate the design power of natural stone. The not-so-secret secret of creating many of today’s most stylish spaces is, in two words, natural stone. We’re not talking your run-of-the-mill granite countertop or limestone hearth. These days, design pros are choosing special varieties of natural stone to transform...
Wood is having a very big moment in homes of all styles, and we're not just talking about richly grained tabletops and handsome plank floors. As this Red Ledges home proves, there are many ways to bring wood's natural warmth and texture into any décor, including the following four....
One of the hardest parts of putting a home's interior together is finding the balance between good design and your family's personality. Too much personality can become overwhelming and campy, while no personality at all errs on the side of bland and uninteresting. Regal Homes has the ratio down to...
If you ask me, one of the best-lit rooms in every home should be the kitchen. For the 2018 Salt Lake Parade of Homes, DAI Construction made it happen with this dazzling space. Too often, a space can be cluttered with excess elements, and extra lighting fixtures can contribute to...
We were absolutely blown away by the Utah talent showcased in this year's Salt Lake Parade of Homes. From classic clean lines to personality-pumped designer rooms, each home had something magnificent that we couldn't help but swoon over. There's only a few days left of the Parade, so before...
Feature Image: Home by Gatehouse No. 1 Furniture & Design,  Shelby Homes.  Designers from the recent  Utah Valley Parade of Homes crushed it on color, wallpaper, lighting and more... 1. Big Flouncy Flowers Small timid florals? Pffft. This year, big flouncy flowers flourished on walls and fabrics, delivering deep colors and ruffly, romantic blooms to baths,...
In a stunning Park City home, interior decorating details flourish in these four spaces and beyond. See more of this home here. Mastering Interior Decorating Details 1.  Brass trims the mirrors as well as the window in the master bathroom. Cabinetry by Premier Woodwork & Design. 2. Similarly, narrow brass shelving flanks the right...
Succulent plants have been on trend for sometime now. These days, their forms—along with those of cacti and desert-dwelling creatures—continue to fascinate as they make lively and lush statements inside our homes. For proof, check out these spectacular wallpapers. No watering required. 1. Iguana Superwide Wallpaper by Timorous Beasties. Available through...
If you need a little help at making an entrance, its time to update your foyer. We love Utah homes where the magic begins immediately inside the front door. As they prove, there are many unique ways to make your foyer memorable, whether you have a pint-sized entry hall...
Patios and other outdoor living spaces aren't just made to be enjoyed when the sun is up. We turned to some of our favorite designers for out of the box landscape lighting ideas that can brighten any outdoor space long after sunset. 1. Waterfall Lighting by Tri-City Construction Dan and Heidi...