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Cozy living room with a white sofa, blue patterned rug, two round chairs, and a fireplace adorned with plants and decor.

They Removed the Living Room’s Brick Fireplace — And They Don’t Regret It

“Every great design process starts with a conversation, and for this project, that conversation began with discussing their life,” founder of Rise Up Home and interior designer Kendra Joseph explains.Kendra asked her clients questions like “What does a Tuesday morning look like with two young kids?” and “Where does the chaos land, and where does the calm need to be?

LJ Smelker

Aug 15, 2026

If You Want the Best Halloween Porch on the Block, This New Collection Is a Must-See

And bonus: most of these would work year round.

Jamey Powell

Aug 15, 2026

I Never Stress Over Lost Luggage Because of This Travel Trick

The pain of lost luggage can put a damper on an entire vacation. There’s nothing worse than waiting at the baggage carousel, only to walk away empty-handed. As a frequent traveler, I have dealt with my fair share of luggage woes — no matter how expertly I packed beforehand. On a 48-hour trip to Copenhagen without my checked suitcase, for example, I spent the first day searching for clothes that fit.

Jamie Davis Smith

Aug 15, 2026

I Almost Got Rid Of This Weird Bathroom Feature — Now I Couldn’t Live Without It

I had no idea what this weird feature in my vintage bathroom was — now I use it every day!

Emma Dangel

Aug 15, 2026

She Used a Ceramic Swan to Hide This Major Bathroom Eyesore

The result is so beautifully understated (and clean!).

Olivia Harvey

Aug 15, 2026

This Basement Was a Cold, Concrete Shell — Now It Feels Like a European Cottage

You won't believe this transformation!