Ideas + Inspiration

How does something thousands of years old feel so new?  Nobody is suggesting that terracotta tile is new, but its resurgence in popularity makes it feel fresh and modern, breathing new life, warmth and earthy, handcrafted vibes into a wide range of design and architectural styles. Its natural composition and...
In Saint George, a backdrop of volcanic lava fields and red rock formations inspire the design and details of a family's desert retreat "That view of Red Mountain and  Scout Cave is the backdrop for everything here. It automatically serves as the art of the home,” says designer Julia...
A Utah architecture photographer shares insight into how she captures every angle of a home. Like other photographers specializing in homes, I often shoot multiple exposures to capture the diverse light levels within a space. I blend these exposures to achieve a balanced final image, a technique especially crucial...
These expansive openings merge indoor and outdoor realms, fostering a sense of spaciousness and connection with nature.
UPCYCLED CHIC  Steven Wilson is nothing if not imaginative. Case in point: His framed art pieces cleverly fashioned from up-cycled luxury bags, boxes, silk scarves and handbags. The North Carolina artist deconstructs the boxes and bags, creating canvases for his creations. He adds custom-designed embroidery directly through the materials, punching...
Silver toned metals read confidently cool in a provocative decor recently imagined by Alice Lane Interiors. Creative Director Jessica Bennett welcomes us inside the home and shares the secrets to using cool metals here and in other chic interiors she and her team create.  Take a look at some of...
Silver toned metals read confidently cool in a provocative decor recently imagined by Alice Lane Interiors. So when debating polished nickel vs. chrome for your finishes, how do you select which is best? Creative Director Jessica Bennett shares the secrets to using cool metals here and in other chic...
Try your own take on these 6 finishing touches for your living room. Designer Margaret Anderson teamed with Nancy Van Matre, owner of Cosy House, to accessorize the space with warmth and character. Pile On the Pillows As pictured above, Anderson and Van Matre layered pillows and throws on the sectional...
Conjured by designer John Eyring, this gracious living room reveals a hidden talent, magically transforming into a large dining room with abundant seating. Photos by Lindsay Salazar Photography Styling by Noelle Wright For designer John Eyring, the true test of a home’s design often comes when crowds of friends and family...
With natural roots and social references, provocative wood sculptures evolve from everyday objects—courtesy of Utah artist Jim Jacobs  Jim Jacobs draws his inspiration from the complexity of our environment and its organisms. His sculptural pieces graft everyday items like chairs and baseball bats made from wood, an ancestral and enduring...