Living Ideas

They say necessity is the mother of invention, right? How true this is in the case of limited kitchen space. Amazingly clever solutions are now available for making the most of it! So, if you’re desperate about how to keep your precious little counter surface clutter free, while having all …

Shoes-off entrance. Drop zone. Miniature mudroom. Whatever you want to call it, this is definitely one practical spot in any small home. So great having a place to leave your outerwear by the door—from shoes and boots, to coats and hats, to dripping umbrellas—so you spare your floors and carpets …

Reality check for busy newlyweds! As you settle into daily life in your first home, keeping happily, healthily and yummily fed can pose quite a challenge. With most modern couples pulling a 40-hour work week and a daily commute, who has the time and energy to cook a meal from …

Did moving into your first home as newlyweds include a furry friend or two? Luckily, sharing a small living space with your pets can be made efficient, convenient, comfy and even fun. How? With some space-saving ideas and pet- and home-friendly products designed specifically for happy dogs, cats and pet …

Did our recent post on container gardening in a small living space get your green thumb itching? Then, this roundup of product picks is for you! With the inspiration you got, you may now be eyeing a number of spots in your home that would be plant perfect. So we …

Don’t let your small living space cramp your dining enjoyment. Turn a little corner into a vintage-inspired French bistro for two, and feel transported to chic Paris with every bite! How to do this? With classic French flair, courtesy of some of our favorite home and lifestyle sites (*affiliate links). …

Where oh where can you have a garden in today’s urban homes? Well, for many first-time homeowners like you, this means scaling down the concept of “garden” to houseplants in containers! The good news is these miniature green spots can actually be quite lovely and amazingly creative—from the clever areas …

Gotta read? Then, this post is for book-loving newlyweds like you! We know that space in your first home may be modest. But if a reading area is a priority, then we have just the inspiration to show you the possibilities. From cozy window-seats, to his-and-hers armchair groupings, to combined …

In a cool beach palette of turquoise and moss green, our coastal-inspired dining table ideas bring a sense of calm for intimate entertaining this summer. Just the kind of setting for a couple looking to host their first backyard patio party on a small scale. Take a look at what …

For many of today’s newlyweds, the workplace often extends into your home. Or for work-from-home creatives — like writers, artists, designers, programmers — the workplace IS your home! So a major project for you as first-time homeowners will likely be creating a workspace that you can share . To help …