Kim Lucian

Don't have plant FOMO just because your place doesn't get a lot of light.

Growing up it was clear that vacations were not always relaxing for my dad, after a day of navigating both travel and new surroundings he always seemed to visibly relax once we were all checked in and settled. I, on the other hand, have been know to pick up on short notice, taking advantage of last minute deals in a more fly by the seat of my pants situation. I’m no stranger to hostels and can find a cheap meal almost anywhere.

The line between work hours and home time is starting to blur with the constant access that smartphones provide—and when your office is your home, it can be nearly impossible to make the distinction. I’ve worked from home at least part time for years and here are a few of the ways that I make the transition work.

Audiophiles love their records like bibliophiles love their books, and as anyone who has tried to fit a collection of either into a small space can attest it can take some creative finesse to make it work. In a quest to make space for my own record collection I did a bit of research and came up with these inspiring images of beautifully organized and displayed vinyl collections from our own tours and around the web. 1. A low console is a stylish option and just the right size for a single row.

When it comes to designing a space that reflects you and suits your lifestyle, one of the best places to start is with your wardrobe.

It happens to the best of us: We accept a last-minute invite and need to pick up a thoughtful hostess gift; We put off our online shopping until shipping deadlines are passed and we dread facing the lines at the mall; or we just accidentally left a name off the list. No problem, here are our five suggestions to save face, minus mall lines and generic gift cards. 1. Gift a class or DIY workshop.

Tucked away on a small side street, Ampersand is like a secret garden in the city. With its bright turquoise barn doors thrown open wide to the street, the flower shop had become a local institution in record time. One likely cause of this is the sheer likability of the store’s proprietors, Benjamin and Emerson. You just want to hang out here; the space is actually designed to encourage patrons to linger with a conversation style seating area in the center of the space.

With the rush of the holiday season, the ability to whip up a quick project at home versus running to the store again can be a real lifesaver. We’ve rounded up 1o of our favorite printables for Thanksgiving, from a festive banner to cute “to go” bags to remind guests to take home those leftovers. 1. These cute pie box labels from Studio DIY will make that midnight snack even more enticing. 2.

I get press releases on a near daily basis that go something like this… “check out our innovative new start-up.” The services range from the ordinary (housekeeping, art curating, personal shopping, flower delivery) to the less than ordinary— a service that provides you with a personal valet to park and retrieve you car for you as needed, and the now infamous “Yo” app.

Hitting the local farmers market in your town has plenty of advantages over your local grocery store. By buying direct, you are getting the freshest possible produce at the best prices, plus you can better understand where your food is actually coming from. That being said, they can be a little overwhelming to navigate. Here is our field guide to get you started. 1. Come prepared. Bring bags, small bills, sunscreen, comfortable shoes and a list.