I’ve always been a fan of a great at-home bar. I strongly believe it’s a must-learn life skill to mix up classic cocktails, and as an avid host, it’s important to provide an array...
Looking back on Easter as a child, I remember how excited I was to dig through my Easter basket. Full of chocolate bunnies, malt ball Easter eggs, Peeps, golden coins, and my favorite Cadbury...
Lets be honest, salads can be boring. So I’m always trying to think outside of the box to come up with salad recipes that I’ll thoroughly enjoy, but are beyond easy to make. Enter...
Lets be honest, salads can be boring. So I’m always trying to think outside of the box to come up with salad recipes that I’ll thoroughly enjoy, but are beyond easy to make. Enter...
People ask me all the time when decorating a home what will really give a space impact? What should I splurge on? And every time my answer is always the same. Lighting. Lighting can transform a space in ways no piece of furniture can. It’s the jewelry of the home. It’s the place your eye should immediately be drawn. It’s what gives a space warmth, and when done right can be equal parts functionality and art. I simply adore lighting, specifically these 12 pieces. truly, MKR
When styling a coffee table I’ve found there’s a formula that tends to always work no matter the size or shape of your table. It’s really quite simple…Books + Flowers + Trays + Depth.
Books. I adore books. You’ll find them stacked all around my house, on really any surface that allows. Not only do they reveal something a tad personal about the owner, but they add depth (part of my tried and true formula). Plus they make the perfect landing for something smaller such as a decorative magnifying glass, a vase of flowers, a candle, a catchall, really anything.
Flowers and depth. I’ll keep these two simple. Flowers add life to any space. While I know fresh flowers on a weekly basis can be expensive might I suggest a small plant instead? For our house we have a little Jade plant that adds the perfect touch of green plus it’s beyond easy to take care of. As for depth, every space I design always has to have depth, or rather different height levels. You can easily achieve this look by stacking books as discussed above.
Trays. Trays are the perfect way to corral items so they don’t look messy. On my table a faux python tray houses my collection of Japanese calligraphy brushes which also adds pops of color (a necessity to any table). Another way to utilize a tray would be a collection of numerous small items that may get lost placed alone on a table. Items such as candles, matches, coasters, or any other small and decorative trinkets.
Lastly, and most importantly, remember this space like every space in your home should be personal. Think of it as a collection of items displayed in a beautiful way. A collection and reflection of you. So what’s on your coffee table? truly, MKR
