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The most compelling architectural projects have a palpable sense of place. This can mean honoring a building’s original design, prioritizing integration into (as opposed to conquering of) the natural landscape, or, perhaps, acknowledging the history of the area. This new build, in a coastal town in Victoria, Australia, does it all. Melbourne-based architectural firm Kennedy Nolan is behind the incredibly thoughtful project, dubbed the “Always House.” They were brought on to restore the dramatically sited cliffside home designed by Australian midcentury stalwarts Chancellor and Patrick, but when it became clear that it was structurally unsound—in danger of sliding to the...

Beige decor paints a mellow mood that helps unwind the mind. This light neutral carries a soothing warmth that makes a modern home interior appear welcoming and homely. In the two modern beige home designs that we feature here, we look at how to add chic style and interest to this calming color palette. We’ll take inspiration from two moderately proportioned open-plan living spaces that combine peaceful beige decor schemes with edgy black accents. Peaceful bedroom designs come with a sprinkling of design ideas that add a touch of panache, and beige bathrooms are fashioned into tranquil sanctuaries. You’ll also...

This super easy Easter egg handprint craft definitely needs to be a part of your Easter activities for preschoolers. Toddlers and early elementary age kids are sure to get a kick out of it, too! You don’t need that many materials for the egg hand print, making it very low-prep. You can use this Easter handprint art as a small group or center time creative project kids take home for the holiday. Or have the children work together to string their Easter egg hand prints together to decorate the classroom with some DIY bunting. Either way, your students will end...

And, no, (laundry room) size doesn’t matter. Laundry rooms are multitaskers. They serve their purpose as a convenient space to do laundry, but they’re also a catch-all for cleaning supplies, overstock items like toilet paper, and even gift wrap. (After all, a folding surface can also serve as a gift-wrapping surface.) How do you organize such a versatile space? The answer is flow. Skilled designers know that, like a kitchen work triangle, laundry rooms need to make sense for the tasks you’re completing. There are five main components to doing laundry, and your IKEA laundry room must accommodate them: Sorting...

Easter falls on Sunday, April 9th, 2023.  If you want to enjoy the holiday with minimal kitchen time, check out these options for ordering an Easter brunch or dinner to enjoy at home. Most are heat-and-serve options for a complete meal. You might also like our list of family-style takeout options that feed a crowd for less than what you’d spend on individual entrees for each family member. Check out our huge list of FREE Easter egg hunts and photo opps with the Easter Bunny — and don’t forget our complete guide to 2023 Atlanta spring festivals, happening in March,...