Latest by Sarah Zemp

One of best daily rituals a home can offer is also one of the simplest, and one of the most often overlooked. I was recently on vacation and a realization hit me. The place we stayed at had an outdoor shower. After thinking about it carefully, it occurred to me that the last few vacation […]

A well styled coffee table can make your formal living room stand out and should feel intentional, considered and appropriately arranged. The goal is balance, and it should support the room rather than compete with it. Start with a foundation. Use one or two large books to ground the arrangement. Choose books with substantial covers […]

The most refined homes are not sealed against the season. They are designed to let it in. There is a particular sound that belongs to a house with the windows open in summer. The breeze moving through. The cotton curtains lifting and settling. The garden becoming audible from inside in a way it is not […]

A simple, season led approach to summer florals, built on what is in bloom rather than what is in stock. There is a particular generosity to summer that no other season offers. The garden is full and the flower markets overflow. The roadside stands begin to set out buckets of zinnias and dahlias by mid […]

Why the premium outdoor kitchen has evolved into a full renovation and what the luxury tier now actually includes At the high end of the suburban renovation market, the question, “Are you doing an outdoor kitchen?” now comes up almost as often as “Are you finishing the basement?”. You hear other homeowners talking about their […]

Most homes today, especially in new builds, start with a similar foundation. They have simple, white drywall and are clean, functional, and efficient, but they often lack personality. The good news is that creating a more custom, elevated home does not require a full renovation. With a few intentional upgrades, even the most standard finishes […]

The debate between open concept homes and closed concept homes has been active for years, and it is not likely that it will go away anytime soon. Each layout offers distinct advantages and tradeoffs, so the “better” choice ultimately depends on your lifestyle, household composition, long term goals, and of course, personal preference.  Below is […]

The season is already shifting. The light lingers a little longer in the evenings, windows begin to open again, and the first blooms quietly signal a return to something lighter. Spring has a way of inviting renewal. Not just in nature, but in the spaces we live in every day. It is a natural time […]

In a world of fast furniture and fleeting trends, bespoke design offers something far more enduring: craftsmanship, intention, and permanence. Investing in bespoke furniture is not about extravagance, but about choosing pieces designed specifically for your space, your lifestyle, and your future. These are objects created with care, where material, form, and proportion are considered […]

I asked Eric Lent, Chief Revenue Officer at Blue Heron, to discuss the brand’s vision, its roots in Las Vegas, and how they see home design evolving over the next century.

How am I decorating my table for Christmas this year? I follow the same principle every December, and the method is beautifully straightforward:

A well-set table should feel effortless, even if there’s thought behind every layer. I like to work from the ground up, letting each piece build naturally on the last. Here’s the simplest way to do it so it looks intentional and polished.