With the passing of Easter and Mother's Day just around the corner, I've been thinking about how to transition my home into a real "home". I become so side-tracked with the decorative items in my home, I lose sight of the less tangible things that make a home feel loved. Here are some ideas on how to become the "home" in your heart.

I've had a friend since elementary school that would coincidentally end up at school in the exact same outfit. The worst was during seventh grade orientation, where you don't want to look like you planned such a thing. We laugh about it now, but still buy the same things unknowingly. Upon visiting a different friend recently, I realized that personal style coincidences can carry over to the world of interior design as well.

Name: Alyssa Remington and son, Lucien Blu
Location: San Rafael, California
Size: 750 square feet
Years lived in: 1 — rented

Alyssa Remington can go from amazing mother, to creative crafter, to fabulous photographer in three seconds flat. She is one of those unassuming, enviable souls who is amazing at everything she does. When I visited her apartment, I realized one more thing she is good at-creating a beautiful space that celebrates her many talents and interests.

Is the increased sunshine beaming through your windows beckoning you to spend more time outside? Here are 10 inspirational outdoor spaces that will keep you in a sunny disposition even on cloudy days.

Growing up in California, the beach has always been a part of my lifestyle. My apartments have always been filled with beachy flair — even when located nowhere near the beach! More recently, in order to compromise with my husband…

As I was stepping over the umpteenth LEGO on my floor today, I realized I needed a "sweet spot" — a quiet place in my home where I could go for a little rest to replenish and revitalize my mind. Are you looking for a similar space in your home? Find out how to create a "sweet spot" after the jump!

Terrariums are back! Not only are the perfect size indoor garden for small spaces, but now there is a variety of lovely hand-blown glass objects and vintage vessels to choose from. Let your indoor garden grow after the jump!

I was jumping in puddles with my toddler and as luck would have it, we spotted a glamorous rainbow. He was delighted, to say the least. Upon reflection, he asked "Take it home?" I tried to think of an explanation, but decided to tell him we would make our own. Looking for a rainbow connection in your home?

I have a love/hate relationship with my small space. I love that I'm living simply (and have less rooms to clean,) but hate feeling that I don't have enough space to entertain, or places to hide my daily clutter. Here are five multi-tasking must-haves that have made my small space seem larger than life…

Where there's a will (and a creative architect behind SHED Architecture and Design) — there's a Seattle dream home built on a practically inaccessible hillside lot. This 1,644 square-foot treehouse is a labor of love and a testament to the power of human determination.