Bring on the pattern and layers. More is more! That was the biggest message at North America’s most important show house, the 49th Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York, that just opened. Printed fabrics, murals, oversized patterned wallpapers, and dynamic art were layered and tossed into rooms that were already buzzing with color and embellished architectural details. The post The Biggest Looks From The Kips Bay Decorator Show House 2024 appeared first on House & Home ..read more

Imagine a ferry terminal at your doorstep, where one stop on the Aquabus brings you across False Creek to Granville Island for fresh produce, followed by a stroll to Fisherman’s Wharf for the morning’s catch of the day. Weekends are spent wandering the seawall and relaxing at Sunset Beach before heading up more than 20 storeys to watch the sun sink into the ocean. This is Vancouver living at its best, and the reason why these owners, a couple who work in import-export and media, respectively, bought a 1,200-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-bath condo at 888 Beach. “In so many ways, it’s the esse ..read more

Just in time for spring decorating, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite pastel rooms from the H&H archives. From minty green to muted pink, pastels offer a soft and sophisticated range of colors that freshen up bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms and even dining rooms. Scroll down for 25+ pastel spaces that celebrate spring! The post 25+ Rooms That Celebrate Spring With Muted Pastels appeared first on House & Home ..read more

Spring looks different depending on where you are. Your region may be cloaked in a curtain of drizzle, but when the sun is shining, it’s hard for gardeners to stay inside and not make inroads long before the May 24 weekend (generally accepted as a frost safe date!). Rosie Daykin (shown in the June 2021 issue of House & Home), lavishes her West Coast beds with care from early spring, growing most of her veggies from seed — and the results speak for themselves. Here are some things you can do now to prep your gardens for the most beautiful, productive summer ever. 1. Start Seeds  ..read more

There’s no denying that the key to a tidy kitchen is a well-organized pantry. From butler’s pantries to serveries and built-in hutches, these designated areas carve out space for dry foods, beverage bars, small appliances and overflow dishes. Take inspiration from these designers and homeowners who brought order to the heart of the home with an organized pantry. Scroll down! The post These Pantries Take Organization To The Next Level appeared first on House & Home ..read more

One afternoon three years ago, Jacqui Liberty and her husband, Bruno Roldan, toured a house that was for sale in Caledon, Ont., a 60-minute drive northwest of Toronto. Jacqui, the potter behind Soft Fire Ceramics, and Bruno, an entrepreneur, preferred greenery over the grind, and the large property and country setting captured their imagination as soon as they turned into the driveway. “The house had a beautiful river rock chimney, arched windows and a swoopy roofline,” says Jacqui, describing the roof details characteristic of Craftsman architecture. After seeing the inside, it didn’t take l ..read more

We share our favorite products that are good for you and the planet in our regular column, The Healthy Home. Scroll down to see some of our latest eco-conscious finds from furniture and lighting to paint and cleaning supplies.  The post The Healthy Home: Eco-Friendly Finds That Are Good For Your Home And The Planet appeared first on House & Home ..read more

A truly old school finish (plaster walls can be traced back to 7,500 B.C.) plaster is having a renaissance. The application technique involves troweling on a thin layer in varying directions and the resulting subtle texture is long lasting and environmentally safe (plaster is free of VOCs). Textured plaster walls last significantly longer than painted drywall, and they offer better insulation, soundproofing, and fireproofing — even inhibiting the growth of mould. But designers are primarily attracted to the soft, mellow look of plaster (or limewash paints that mimic a credible plaster effect ..read more

We found some great bargains. See what you think! The post The 10+ Best Things On Amazon For Your Home Right Now appeared first on House & Home ..read more

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s luxurious Bahamas vacation rental was exactly what they needed after their relationship went public last year. According to the New York Post, the power couple were recently spotted at the Rosalita House, a luxury villa that costs USD$15,000 per night. Located on Harbour Island, the villa comes fully staffed with butlers and chefs. Situated along the Caribbean sea, there’s a main house and guest quarters, along with swanky amenities like a heated in-ground pool, fitness room and plenty of outdoor patios. Scroll down for a peek inside Taylor Swift & Tra ..read more