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The 9 Kitchen Trends Of 2025 That You’ll Want In Your Home Forever (Yes, They’re That Good)

Welcome to our biggest post of the year! That’s right, nearly every year our annual kitchen trend post is the most popular which equally feels like a huge honor and responsibility as the gal that’s been writing them for the last 6 years. As we always say, when it comes to “trends” and more permanent applications in spaces such as a kitchen, we like to caution people because unless you know you’ll love it for 20 years maybe don’t… However, I like to choose and highlight our predictions very thoughtfully. While I’m not saying every person will love every “trend,” we think each one of them has longevity, can spark inspiration, or show a special detail you hadn’t thought of. Some of these trends would likely require a remodel while others are easy swaps if you’re looking for a little kitchen spruce up. So without further ado let’s see what this year is about to have in store for the world of kitchens.

Rounded Cabinets

I feel probably the most passionate about this one. Actually, I already talked about it in this post last August so you know I mean business. It looks fresh but isn’t too “right now” and I feel has total longevity when done well. Oh, and the style versatility is amazing. Let me show you.

architect: studio johnston | head design by stefania reynolds | styling by kirsten stanwix bookallil | photo by anson smart

Now, if someone had told me that rounded cabinetry is trending without showing me a picture, I would have likely pictured a more modern design like this stunning one by Stefania Reynolds of Studio Johnston. This is actually Stefania’s family home! It’s modern, soft, playful, and just cool. The way those rounded corners bring an effortless contrast to the harder angles is perfection. Another contrast that I love is the glossy sheen of the cabinetry with all the natural wood grain and natural limewash accent walls. It creates such a nice balance stylistically.

Also, I know this isn’t about lighting but that oversized sconce in that nook is SO GOOD.

design by white studio & co interior design | styling by julia freiseisen | photo by claire mcferran

This beautiful kitchen by White Studio & Co Interior Design leans much more modern traditional but is softened by the curved corners of the lower cabinetry and island. Doesn’t this just scream “I’m a very special kitchen”? My god is it elegant. This is a perfect detail if you want a very neutral kitchen but also want it to feel like it’s got a little something extra special going on:)

design by bidgood | photo by mary mcneill knowles

I believe this incredible kitchen by Bidgood was the first one last year where I really took note of this trend (or the initial murmurs of a trend). The cabinetry in the range surround is just so special. In this space, the rounded detail feels both modern and retro! Then paired with the sweet light dusty blue and butter yellow paint colors, this kitchen is dripping with charm.

Don’t worry, you’ll a few more examples as we get continue through the post:)

Integrated “Stand Alone” Cupboardsdesign by nina farmer interiors | photo by jared kuzia

Integrated refrigerators are not new, obviously, but what I’ve been seeing more and more of are cupboard/hutch-like pieces being integrated with the more traditional floor-to-ceiling cabinetry. The majority of these “cupboards” are in fact where a lot of refrigerators are hiding but in that extremely special kitchen above by Nina Farmer Interiors (I just bought her book and have no idea why it took me so long), the fridge looks like it’s in the wood cabinetry on the far left and which leads me to believe the green cupboard is just that, a beautiful integrated Dutch larder cupboard. It’s a standout piece but feels like it belongs.

Ugh, I also just noticed that incredible double wood trim around the doorway. Aside from seeing how awesome this kitchen is in general, that sort of detail is why you hire a designer. So so good.

design by vaughan design & development | photo by chris snook

This beautiful cupboard-looking piece is most definitely a refrigerator but at first glance, you might assume it’s simply a regular cupboard. I love the sweetness this design brings to a kitchen and for this kitchen by Vaughan Design & Development especially! All the textures, perfectly aged materials, and color palette are amazing. Putting a naked fridge in there (especially a modern one) would have really changed the whole feel of it and I’m so glad they went with this design.

design by sarah sherman samuel | photo by daniel peter

It’s not a real kitchen trend post if Sarah Sherman Samuel isn’t included, am I right? Well, here she is with a “cupboard fridge” as well as her DIY beaded cabinet fronts from her Semihandmade collaboration!

design by sarah sherman samuel | photo by daniel peter

There are a million things to love about this kitchen (I mean look at those counter edges!!) but this fridge cupboard is a very special feature that really gives added charm to an already very charming kitchen!

There were a couple of examples I found with triangle tops instead of the bell shape that I loved too. I just didn’t hear back from the designers in time to get them in this post:)

Pop Of “Permanent” Color

Ok, so yes. At the beginning of the post, I said we usually caution people from making potentially very bold or super colorful choices with permanent features. On the other hand, if you are a person who loves a bold moment and loves color then this is for you!

design by monika michałowska | photo by mood authors

I am very much in love with this kitchen design by Monika Michałowska. Those soft minty green cabinets (a trend we called last year that I continue to love), the veining stone with a short backsplash, those herringbone wood floors, all soft and stunning. Then boom! That pop of bright red is so exciting. The kitchen would have clearly been so pretty without it but with it, the whole space is taken to another level.

design by a. naber design | photo by charlotte lea

This pop of baby blue is a little less bold than the red but just as special and puts a little extra electricity in this wonderful kitchen by a. NABER DESIGN. Baby blue is on fire right now but it’s also a timeless color when done right. I really love this so much.

design by curio interior design | styling by adrian manuel | photo by kelsey ann rose

In that August trend post I also talked about zelliege tiles and the cool ways they are being used. Well, a pop of color is a very cool way. I love that instead of this kitchen peninsula being made out of the same wood the cabinetry is, Curio Interior Design decided to go for a rich brick red zellige tile. It’s eye-catching but doesn’t overpower the space and adds an incredible amount of texture.

design by rebecca zajac | styling by emily edith bowser | photo by sara ligorria-tramp

Then with this kitchen by the amazing Rebecca Zajac (the cabinet designer of Bowser’s kitchen), she chose that beautiful green zellige tile as the perfect color pop. It really makes this kitchen look so inviting and extra special. Plus, greens and blues (depending on the tone) are a great choice if you want color but not have it overpower the room. They are neutrals after all;)

Reeding Accents

Not a brand-new trend but it feels extra on fire right now so let’s dig in!

design by charlotte lucas design | photo by chris edwards

Reeding is another one of those features that can be used for almost any style. Take this wonderful modern luxe kitchen by Charlotte Lucas Design. It adds a refined organic texture that beautifully contrasts the painted modern cabinetry and luxe lighting.

design by poco designs | photo by anson smart

In this unreal kitchen by POCO Designs, she not only used reeding on the island but also on the cabinet fronts. It’s simple, elegant, and then with that incredible burgundy marble, it’s a texture design dream!

design by sarah sherman samuel | photos by daniel peter

Of course, Sarah is on this list again! I love love how she used wood reeding not only on the body of the island but also on the support post. I don’t have much more to say aside from that it’s beautiful, the texture (like all the others) makes my eyes extremely happy, and the wood tone is perfect.

design by sharp + grey interiors | photo by rebecca mcalpin

In a bit of a twist for the last example, I’m looking at this tile! I’ve had my eye on this style of tile for a minute so I’m really hoping this is the year it’ll so more mainstream. I mean it’s so good and it has that reeded look!

Colorful Window Trim

If you are thinking, “Hey Jess, wasn’t this a trend you called in 2020?” Well yes, yes I did. So while we all know what that year was, it was also 5 years ago and baby the window trims are getting a fresh coat of colorful paint.

design by bright designlab | styling by nik nik studio | photo by george barberis

This wildly beautiful kitchen by Bright Designlab perfectly shows the organic modern MCM style and those painted window trims and beams bring the whole space together. It’s a small detail that makes a huge, wonderful difference.

design by anna haines designs | photo by paul whitbread

The painted green trim on these kitchen windows by Anna Haines Designs is equally as wonderful as the first! The personality it adds is so wonderful. I also really love that they chose the warmer color on the lower cabinetry and then went for a lighter, cooler shade for the windows which makes the room feel a little more open and taller if that makes sense.

design by sophie rowell | photo by paul whitbread

Now this pop of bright blue is so fun and adds just the right amount of whimsy to this beautiful kitchen by Sophie Rowell (also look at those knobs!). I wholeheartedly stand by this trend because it’s a beautiful and fairly simple way to make a huge visual impact.

Dark Beigephoto by tali roth | photo by lillie thompson

This could be the new “white kitchen” and I’m not mad about it. I mean when you have a kitchen like the one Tali Roth designed above, wouldn’t you want the same? It is neutral but it feels cozier than a traditional white. Now there’s nothing wrong with white but having some other neutral option is very nice.

design by meet west studio | photo by rett peek

You know what’s funny, I was just about to say how much I liked silver fixtures with dark beige, the way Tali designed hers, but then I moved on to this also stunning kitchen by Meet West Studio and thought, “Wait! I love brass too!” This clearly means all metals look great with this color family.

design by meet west studio | photo by rett peek

This angle was too pretty not to include. I adore how the cabinet color is also in the marble accent on the wall. Oh, and for the beautiful texture Olympics, what a cool thing to mix the wall marble with cement countertops and a tiled upper counter accent. All look so cool together.

design by merete coleman | photo by chaunté vaughn

While this is the lightest of the dark beiges, I am completely smitten with this custom-built and painted cabinet/fridge/freezer. The goal, according to Merete Coleman, was to make it look like a modernized Hungarian marriage armoire. The results are incredible and this one also feels like it could be in the “cupboard cabinet” trend too. A two-fer:)

Fun Stools

No reno required! All you need is a counter.

design by shapeless studio | photo by kate sears

More and more I’ve been seeing designers play with stools that are really fun. Sometimes they are in the same style of the kitchen but I really love it when they contrast a little like these burgundy beauties that Shapeless Studio used in this awesome kitchen they designed. They have a fun shape, cool, details, and are a perfect moody pop of color.

design by charlie ferrer | photo by fran parente

Now these beauties don’t contrast the design by Charlie Ferrer at all but are just as perfect. If I could take a wild guess, they look vintage to me:) All those details and mixed materials add the perfect finishing touch to this kitchen. I also love how the wall color and the leather seats of the stools match. Your eye just feels happy.

design by nainoa architecture and interiors

Another complementary stool to a wonderful kitchen design is this one by Nainoa Architecture and Interiors. These are stools they actually designed and I really love how unique they are. Picking a stool with an interesting space is usually a great bet:)

design by leyden lewis design studio

Another example of this are these stools in a beautiful kitchen by Leyden Lewis Design Studio. Since the island is open, with a lot of legs, choosing a pedestal-style stool was the perfect choice for this space. Plus they add a handmade, organic element that effortlessly contrasts the straight lines and hard angles. Stools are power players, people!

Colorful Stained Wood

Ok, this one is also VERY exciting to me. Historically, I wouldn’t have called myself a colorful stained wood lover. The ones I had seen were very intense with the grain very heavily pronounced. It just wasn’t for me. But boy have times changed and I am pretty in love with how designers have been using it. All of the examples below are different shades of green but I’ve seen it done in light and dark blue and they are equally as cool. I really feel this is on the rise.

design by ysg studio | builder: locbuild | photo by anson smart

YSG Studio is known for its incredibly creative and bold designs. This kitchen is a prime example of that. So while there are so many amazing elements I just can’t stop looking at the green-stained upper cabinets that so beautifully complement the stone.

design by bidgood | photo by mary mcneill knowles

This is a design element that like the rounded cabinets, I would have put in the “modern” design category but I was proven very wrong when I came across this unreal kitchen by Bidgood. So first off, rounded cabinetry and second, green stained wood! It has a traditional style but looks so fresh. Not to mention the light green on the walls for a little tonal moment. Heaven.

design by bright designlab | styling by nik nik studio | photo by george barberis

I thought I’d crop this photo and show you this kitchen again because look! The green cabinets are stained, not painted. I just love how gently the wood grain peeks through. 10000/10.

Dark Hardware On Dark Cabinetsdesign by ursino interiors | styling by brittany albert | photo by nicole franzen

I could only get one photo for this one but I feel that tonal hardware will be a big trend this year. I think mostly dark hardware on dark cabinets. It’s chic and simple and that’s all I have to say about that:)

And here we are at the end. I love pulling this post together and I hope you get inspired! Or at least loved looking at the photos. Any favorites? Any thoughts (remember not everything has to be for everybody;))? Let’s chat.

Love you, mean it.

Opening Image Credits: Design by Anna Haines Designs | Photo by Paul Whitbread

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Starting Fresh And Simple: The River House Upstairs Laundry Room Reveal

When we were designing this house Katie (my SIL) and I both really wanted it to be easy to maintain and clean. While minimalism is currently not as en vogue, when it comes to utilitarian spaces that tend to attract life clutter and kid stuff I’m still a big fan of keeping them sparse enough to maneuver easily, and visually simple. Keep the chaos to a minimum. This laundry room checks all the boxes they need, although a smaller footprint. It’s on the bedroom floor and is where the bulk of their clothes and bedding will be washed. It also has a pocket door that can be shut when guests are over because trust me – it doesn’t always look like this.

Paint Color

We chose the most soothing and refreshing blue tone called Eventide by Sherwin-Williams. I’d say it’s powder blue without any of the “baby” vibes to it (it’s actually what I wish I could change my bedroom to be painted). The room is pretty much drenched in that color on the cabinets and the walls. The layout is pretty simple – a large capacity washer/dryer on one side, a sink, and lots of storage for linens and cleaning supplies.

Art (vintage) | Clothing Rack (similar) | Floor Basket (similar) | Runner

We toyed with wallpapering that wall a lot but ultimately decided to keep it simple and just style it (with a vintage Oregon map and a wood clothes dryer).

Washer | Dryer | Tea Towel

We did the same groove treatment to the cabinets as the mudroom (like its little, bluer sister) and then I found these affordable handles on Etsy that have both light wood and brass that pop off them nicely.

Knobs

I ordered both knobs, handles, and really long closet handles for the bigger cabinets.

Stone | Woven Tray | White Vase (similar) | Glass Canisters | Wood Hangers

The stone is from Caesarstone and we went with Organic White in here which has some movement (so hard to see in the photos!) and isn’t a pure white, but doesn’t look like faux marble. We took it up the backsplash to keep it simple since we had a ton of overage from the slab.

We styled it with cute stuff on the countertops, but in reality, they stay pretty clear for room to fold and actually do the laundry.

Sink | Faucet | Tea Towel

The Kohler sink and faucet (Purist) sit inside the cabinets and gives more of a utilitarian vibe. Big fan of this look (I did it in the OG Portland project laundry room, too!).

We used a simple wood dowel and a closet rod end kit for the hanging rod. In my experience, these don’t get a ton of play, but I like them mostly for my blouses to pull out before they get wrinkled, immediately hanging them up. Also, clearly it’s a good alt for airy drying clothes.

Sink | Faucet

I love the polished nickel in here with the blue – brass could have looked great, but that shiny silver is just so pretty.

Long Handles

On the other side we have a longer linen closet (they have a universal vacuum in the house, so no need for a large vacuum or mop closet). It’s an incredible amount of storage for junk, tools, cleaning supplies, etc.

Clock | Wood Tray | Wood Box (similar) | Planter (similar) | Art (unavailable) | Mauve Towels | White Towel | Laundry Basket | Switchplates

We left an area open for the laundry basket to roll into and that 3 bushel industrial canvas and leather bin is perfect for it. We styled it all out with cute things on the countertop, but again this is such a hardworking space that the countertop is mostly for stacking stuff and mating socks.

It turned out to be such a fresh and simple space, not a lot of bells and whistles but hardworking and really easy to keep clean. Please note our pretty rug from our last collection – really great for these types of spaces – soft since it’s woven with some wool, but still utilitarian. Now just picture the pile of clothes on the floor Everything is linked below:

Laundry Room Resources:
Flooring: Stuga
Paint Color: Eventide by Sherwin-Williams
Switchplates: Rejuvenation
Countertops/Backsplash: Caesarstone
Utility Sink/Plumbing: Kohler
Faucet: Kohler
Washer and Dryer: Electrolux
Handles and Knobs: Etsy
Runner: RugsUSA

*Architect: Anne Usher
**General Contractor: JP Macy of Sierra Custom Construction
***Interior Designers: Emily Henderson (me!) and Max Humphrey
****Styling: Emily Henderson (me!)
*****Photos by Kaitlin Green

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Happy New Year – 2025 Is Going To Be FUNNNN – Here’s What We Have Planned

Welcome back The EHD crew had a much-needed break with our friends and family, away from computers and I was even pretty off social media, which always feels so thrilling. My family went to Colorado where I fell in love with Cross Country Skiing, The Ducks were destroyed at the Rose Bowl which was devastating to my Brian, and the rain might finally stop here (so glad we got away for a bit, it’s been unrelenting). We have a new Portland team member starting today (Hi Marlee!) and I’ve been in dreaming and planning mode, with some fresh New Year energy. So looking at the 2025 calendar is very exciting because it feels pretty well mapped out, with some bigger shoots/projects (fairly spaced out) and some great fun easier projects. I always think it’s fun (and nosy) to know what is happening in other people’s businesses and while I can’t tell you everything here are some things that the EHD team will be up to (and some hints of the secret stuff).

Finish The River House

We are almost done with this beauty and plan on shooting the living room, dining room, kitchen, and office/game room in February and March. Why the wait? Well, we are waiting on some furniture and decor that we’ve designed that aren’t ready yet:) Tomorrow you’ll see the laundry room and soon after, the primary closet (all shot in December) and we have two more bathrooms that should be revealed soon. But the main spaces are planned but we are in a waiting game on pieces.

Family Promise Decoration

In case you aren’t familiar with this, Family Promise is a hotel-turned-family shelter that houses up to 72 families and we have been collaborating on helping them with a massive renovation. They ended up getting some huge grants for the renovation which is awesome and we weighed in on some decisions. Now that phase one is done we have two big spaces to decorate (the playroom and the multi-desk social work room).

We hope to start these rooms in January with a reveal in April. We already 1/2 designed and installed four other rooms that are furnished/painted but need some styling so you’ll see those this year, too. While I had originally thought I would be more hands-on with the renovation and picking the more permanent finishes, the building company and their architecture firm were moving fast to make decisions and stay within a very tight commercial budget. Honestly, I was just mucking it up and complicating it too much. So we are involved in the decoration and furnishing which is my sweet spot anyway (turns out budget-friendly commercial design is very limiting!).

Our Garages

Well, I know we’ve been threatening to do this project for a while but we’ve needed to save money and honestly, mentally prepare for another big construction project on our property. My brother and his friend have started a construction business so they are tackling it (already demoed). The intent is to make it as functional/safe/finished as possible on a “budget” (LOL) mostly for storage, tool org, and projects (not for cars for us, but making them, of course, work for future car use). Once this garage is done we can move all of our props, rug, and furniture storage in here (plus have a project space) and get started on the other house on the property (you know, the one that is 200 years old and dripping with charm and asbestos/lead paint/mold/rot with no plumbing, electrical or HVAC – SHE’S A DOOZY). So this garage kinda has to happen for us to keep moving on rehabbing the rest of the property. It’s just the least fun way to spend money, but we’ll document it all for you. Hilariously, garage content does really well so that’s good!

Outdoor BBQ Area

When we first landscaped we knew that we were neglecting a proper BBQ area, but we simply didn’t know where we would want to grill/hang out and we were frankly so over budget we just had to call it and wait for phase 2. After living through two summers here (and rolling around a $100 gas grill on the sports court) we know exactly where it should go. So yes, we are putting in an outdoor kitchen as well as getting rid of a 1/3 of the sports court to have more natural landscaping areas. We are working with RTA on the kitchen and Dennis’ 7Dees on the new landscaping around the kitchen and near the hopefully finished pickleball court. Reveal by April, we hope.

Secret Product Line

This last year we’ve been developing a line we are excited to debut in March. We even did a secret trip to the factory to approve everything (which we LOVED). Our big shoot is in January for a spring launch. Stay tuned.

More Rugs And Maybe Even Lighting?

We are working on the next rug launch (going to be a nice pivot as well as more colors in the ones that we love). And it’s going so well that we are pitching a lighting line. A huge thanks to my team for being able to handle these bigger new collabs so well

New Emily + Brian Venture

Brian and I are launching a side business that is far more personal (not design-related at all) that we are so excited about – he’ll be running lead, I’m kinda working for him. More to come soon, but we’ve been working on it for a couple of months and it’s all happening

Stuff At My House

Last year I had a list of stuff to get done – the family gallery wall up the stairs, kitchen cafe curtains, pleated lampshades for the living room, painting the living room fireplace, stenciling the landing floor, repainting our bedroom, designing our custom bed so the one we designed for the guest room could move up there. Sure, I thought/worked on that a decent amount but accomplished none of them.

We’ll also be mentoring a local PDX family through a renovation (look for the application details this Saturday) and am excited to do a lot more vintage shopping posts (twist my arm), long-form educational design reels, and IRL problem-solving for friends and family.

Oh and yes many of you have asked about Jess and Caitlin’s MOTO (they are almost done, we swear!) and Gretchen is working on hers as well. We are shooting my friend Robyn’s living and dining room next week and another friend’s later this spring. OH, I FORGOT TO TELL YOU – we have to rebrand and rebuild the whole site (not a cheap and fast process, but I’m finally ready to do it with more clarity on what I want it to change into).

2024 was honestly such a good year (I can’t say that with as much enthusiasm about every year, TBH) and there were still a lot of holes, opportunities for change/improvements, and things to tweak – but all doable and fun. I’m just so excited to start the year with another awesome team member up in Portland to help us execute all that we want to and by doing so make room for some new opportunities while spending a lot of time with my kids since we are T-minus 7 years til they both graduate high school. I’m feeling so grateful to have an incredible team and that you are all here reading and caring. We appreciate the heck out of you. Now let’s go 2025

All Professional Photos by Kaitlin Green

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The Link Up: The Show Emily NEEDS A Second Season Of, Mal’s Alo Pilates Sock Dupe, And Maybe The Best Jeans

Happy Sunday and Happy New Year! We can’t believe it’s here but that doesn’t make it any less true, ha. We thought the calm minimalism of the mountain house living room was a perfect way to start this year visually. So while work starts for us tomorrow, and we’re excited to hit the ground running, we are also taking in every last peaceful moment until then. We hope you are too and will enjoy these links as a part of that:)

This week’s house tour is a farmhouse that was built in 1764 if you can believe it! Not only was it brought back to life by a mother-daughter design team but they kept most of the original charm…like the type beams all of us dream of having one day. Check out this warm, elegant, and oh-so-charming home.

From Emily: A TV tragedy has occurred – the full-on murder of a good show. You see, My Lady Jane on Amazon is as of right now not coming back for a second season. It’s a fresh fantasy/period drama/comedy (think Bridgerton meets ACOTAR) and ended on a cliffhanger (painful). It was so well done (the production design, the costumes, the acting, the writing, the directing, the cinematography – the entire WORLD was so perfectly appointed), not to MENTION the chemistry between the two leads. The good news is that there is a petition to bring it back and I’m making it a personal cause (using my platform and whatnot, lol). I think that they didn’t market it enough, likely because there might be too many men at the top who didn’t really see the potential, and those who watched it LOVED IT, but it must not have hit the right numbers. So I ask you to A. watch it (It’s EXTREMELY ENJOYABLE TO WATCH) and B. Sign this petition. It’s not cheap Hallmark smut (which I also like). It’s actually full of so much talent and creativity. We NEED a second season.

From Caitlin: So, uh, you remember how we revealed Kaitlin’s living room? Remember how, at the end, Kaitlin said that these were the best jeans of all time? Well, SHE GOT ME. I have been influenced. She was right!!! Kaitlin has top-notch cool girl style IRL – she’s always pulled together, but it always looks effortless – so I put a lot of stock in her recommendations. I grabbed my own pair (my first-ever foray into Everlane denim!) and they are, in fact, the best jeans of all time. So cinched at the waist! So cute on the legs! How did they do it?!?! I’ll take a pair in every color, please. (PS. I usually buy a 31 in Madewell and Anthro, and bought a 31 here. No complaints!)

From Arlyn: Look, I’m not trying to be a “new year, new body, new me” person. In full transparency, I’m writing this recommendation in early December, knowing it won’t be published until January. BUT, I found a YouTube fitness channel that I LOVE called Grow With Jo. Jo is a fitness trainer who also is a mom and understands both post-baby bodies as well as the mom time crunch. Not only that, but she’s adorable and so immensely likable that honestly, it kind of feels like we’re friends (that’s not weird, right?). I especially like that in a lot of her videos, she has a graphic off to the side that shows you what muscle group you’re working with each move. If you’re looking for at-home workouts you can do with limited time, check out her channel.

From Mallory: I’m becoming a Pilates princess slowly but surely (my mom also added a fold-up reformer to my old bedroom at their house so I thought why not get into this more) – so I grabbed some Pilates socks I’m super stoked about. I went to Alo to grab some and was honestly so confused that 1 pair of socks was $30, so these dupes are way more reasonable at $18 for a 3 pack. I also love the blue, black, and white color

From Jess: While I have plenty of resolutions/goals on my list this year, one that I started a couple of weeks ago was updating almost all of my light switches to the ever-beautiful push-button style. I started with one that I installed early last year and then this last month I added three more. I live in a one-bedroom apartment with a total of six switches so it’s obviously less of a financial burden than if I lived in a home or even a two-bedroom. I also know how to install them myself (thanks, Dad!) so I don’t need to hire out for that either. Point being, it’s been just a really nice little upgrade that has made me so happy. Grabbing all the joy I can get this year. I went with the classic Rejuvenation Lewis switchplates and then got the switches here. 10/10 would recommend if you’ve been wanting to do the same:)

From Gretchen: Whew! We made it! 2025 and feeling ALIVE! I am just getting back from the happiest place on Earth (yes, Disneyland) after spending the last little bit of break with my two life-long besties, reliving our childhoods. We’ve all been friends since we were seven years old, which is the age most of us had last been there, so it only made sense to make the trip together now that we’re all pushing 30. Ha! We spent three days eating straight up sugar, spent too much money on dumb t-shirts and novelty hats, and clocked an insane amount of steps. That’s why I was so glad I had my HOKA Bondi 8’s to walk around in. They are truly like stepping on a CLOUD. I might be mistaken, but I think Mal has linked these up before too, and for good reason. They’re just so comfy, great for walking and more! I snagged these mostly for my New Year’s resolution: forcing myself to dip my toe back into running–GULP! So far I’ve only done a few easy runs (a mile or two) but I’m loving how these are feeling on my feet with all that added cushion.

Happy New Year again and see you all tomorrow. xx

Opening Image Credits: Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp | From: Mountain House Reveal: Our Light-Filled Neutral & Textural Living Room

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The Ultimate EHD Organizing Hacks Post – We’re All Ready To Organize Our Homes ASAP

I have a deep-seated love for New Year’s organizing thanks to a 2004 New Year’s Day marathon of TLC’s Clean Sweep. My mom and I devoured it, prompting us to do our own, untelevised version that next day. And to this day, 21 years later, I still get AMPED about getting rid of the things I no longer need or use, making my space feel fresh and ready for the new year (and without spending money, or heck, maybe even making some!). I’m still in Oregon helping care for my niece but come Saturday my closet better watch out because I am ready to purge, clean, and organize. So if you are also someone who loves a January home cleanse or want to become someone who loves to start the new year feeling lighter/more organized then this is the post for you. We’ve written about this subject a lot so we thought we’d put them all in one place for you to pursue and see what is most helpful in your organizing journey. Get ready to dive in because there’s A LOT of great stuff in here.

The 5 Hacks That Permanently Reduced My Clutter + Made Organizing Easierart direction by emily henderson | photo by sara ligorria-tramp | styled by emily bowser | from: clever organization hacks – a linen/guest closet and the smartest vanity org products

This is the perfect post to start this post:) It’s all about how to frame your mind around clutter and organization. Caitlin, per usual, presents these ideas in a completely entertaining, approachable way that will have you hooked. Plus, she uses them herself so she can attest to their effectiveness.

Inside All Our (Super Organized) Drawers & Cabinets in the Mountain House Kitchenphoto by sara ligorria-tramp | from: inside all our (super organized) drawers & cabinets in the mountain house kitchen

Then I thought a little aspirational “org porn” would be a nice way to see what is possible, to take what could work for your home, and even help you plan out your kitchen org if you are renovating! And here is the post of how and if they were able to keep it this organized:)

Finally Organizing Four Huge Problem Areas (…And My Case For Loving January)

But of course, most of us aren’t in the planning phase of a kitchen renovation, so this post that Emily wrote last January is a very relatable and actionable post to show what a little organization can do for your home (and brain).

EHD $150 Budget Closet Org Challenge Reveals – Did We Succeed??photo by sara ligorria-tramp | styled by emily bowser | from: a bedroom & closet reveal with target’s made by design line

For another very relatable (and budget-friendly) post, 3 years ago most of the EHD team did a $150 closet organization challenge (each with a different type of closet). I have to say the results were pretty impressive and very easy to copy if you need to do the same. I’m the only one still in the same home and it still looks as good as when I finished it, proving if you have a good system for your lifestyle, you can stay organized for a long time.

Solving Our Own Kitchen and Cooking Clutter (Plus Real-Life Solutions)photo by sara ligorria-tramp | from: 8 steps to building a smart, organized pantry & mudroom

While this one wasn’t a “challenge” in the same way the closets were, we took real photos of our real kitchens at the time and found products that would help make our kitchen lives easier. Just a few easy pieces that would have a helpful and big impact.

The Organizational Products That Have Been EHD-Vetted (Room By Room)photo by sara ligorria-tramp | from: sara’s closet reveal – the bold design moment she’s been craving

As you will see, Catilin is definitely our Org Queen. She writes about it in the most helpful way and finds the coolest products that will actually help. This post is a perfect example of that. If you’ve got an unorganized room then she’s got the product recs for it.

The Cleaning And Organization Essentials For Messy People That We Own And Swear Byphoto by sara ligorria-tramp | styled by emily bowser | from: it’s time to organize – small entry organization hacks for those of us who are “mudroom-less”

So while Caitlin is our queen it comes from a lot of hard work on her part. She is not naturally a super organized and clean person (self-proclaimed). It’s something that she’s had to put the time into to figure out what works for her and what she can realistically maintain. She wants to help the more naturally messy people like herself! If that’s how you identify then this post is for you.

Clever Organization Hacks – A Linen/Guest Closet And The Smartest Vanity Org Productsart direction by emily henderson | photo by sara ligorria-tramp | styled by emily bowser | from: clever organization hacks – a linen/guest closet and the smartest vanity org products

These next two posts were sponsored by Target but Emily and the styling team came up with some really great ideas that anyone can use. This one is all about closets and bathrooms and it’s so fun to see how each space was thoughtfully laid out for optimal use.

Kids Organization Hacks – Inspirational Ways To Get Them To Do More By Themselves And Make Our Lives Easierart direction by emily henderson | photo by sara ligorria-tramp | styled by emily bowser | from: kids organization hacks – inspirational ways to get them to do more by themselves and make our lives easier

I’m sure it’s most parents’ dream that their kids become more self-sufficient as they get older and this post has org ideas for just that! School, art, and food hacks are all here and have worked for Em’s kids (around 6 and 8 at the time this post was published). Again, take what might work for you and your home and leave the rest:)

Mallory’s Jewelry Storage Problem + A New-Found Solutionphoto by tessa neustadt | from: our master bedroom reveal

When Mallory pitched this post she felt very passionately about it because if you are a jewelry wearer then you know the plight of keeping it all organized. Mal did the legwork here so you don’t have to!

10 Niche Practical Products That Will Make Your Life A Little (Or A Lot) Better… Oh, And Everything Is Under $50photo by kailtin green | from: farmhouse primary bedroom closet reveal

This was a fun little post that I wrote this past summer about 10 things that are both affordable and helpful. That’s the only theme so there is something for everyone in here if you feel like taking a look.

There you have it, 11 posts that will hopefully help you to start this new year off in a positive way. Organizing and cleaning won’t solve all of our problems (unfortunately) but I know firsthand the positive effect it does have on your mental health. So happy new year from all of us and happy organizing!

Love you, mean it.

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The Link Up: Em’s Favorite Christmas Storage Hack, Caitlin’s Beautiful Dress, And A Great TV Show To Binge

Here we are, the Sunday after Christmas and before New Years. The week typically nothing is really happening. Hope your Christmas and the beginning of Hanukkah were filled with as much joy and laughter as possible. And if this week you are having to do things, may they be easy and/or very fun:) We’re all on break so no real updates here but we hope you all have a great New Years! Here are this week’s links…

This week’s house tour is a collector, secondhand lover’s dream! Ben Mooney, who owns Ma House Supply Store in Melbourne, lives above his shop and it’s an absolute treasure trove. There are about a million things to look at in every photo and it’s impossible to not fall in love with the charm, history, and mix of styles. Go check it out here!

From Emily: Not to yuck all our yums but at some point, we have to put these ornaments and decorations safely away, and every year I’m so glad that I invested in two of these that can fit almost all of our decor (outside of the faux greenery, wreaths, garland, etc). There are “drawers” that have dividers in them for more fragile ornaments or you can take out the dividers and have more space. the side pockets hold our tree garland and all our tabletop tree sculptures, etc. You’ll be SHOCKED at how much can fit in one of these (let alone two – we have a TON of ornaments). If you don’t already have your system, these bags/suitcases are awesome.

From Gretchen: I don’t know about you, but in these days just after Christmas and right before the New Year, I love sitting down to quick binge a show before the ball drops. Two of my friends have recently recommended the same one for me to watch. So I did and now it’s my turn to tell you to add it to your TV binge list! It’s called Based On A True Story and it’s on Peacock. Is it a little dark? Sure, but if you like crime, comedy, and Kaley Cuoco, you’re going to love this. It’s a pretty fast-paced show about a couple struggling with their finances right before baby arrives. Cuoco’s character is obsessed with true crime podcasts and when she and her husband discover their plumber is–SPOILER ALERT–actually a murderer, instead of turning him in, they convince him to start a podcast with them so together they can rake in the big bucks. It’s twisted and far-fetched but hilarious, and the cast is really what makes this show work in my opinion. Two seasons so far and both are definitely worth a watch!

From Jess: So I finally did and bought another pair of these pants from Anthro during Black Friday. Yes, we’ve talked about them a million times but that’s because we actually LOVE them. This time I got the corduroy ones in bronze and they feel so much like pjs that I wore them 3 days in a row immediately after they arrived in the mail. FYI, I’m just shy of 5’4″ and the standard “cropped” length isn’t cropped on me which I kinda love but a warning if you want that look, go petite. I simply can’t recommend them enough.

If you missed Black Friday and wished you had cashed in on the Article sale, well, today is your lucky day. They are having their New Year’s Day Sale, offering up to 60% off a ton of products (like 500). We truly love their products so much and that is the only reason we work with them so much (well, they are extremely nice people too:)). So if you fell in love with Birdie’s new green velvet bed, or Gretchen’s woven headboard, or the cozy chair in Emily’s brother’s primary bedroom then you are in luck. These and MANY more items are on a great sale. Go check it out!

From Mallory: I’ve been hosting lots of dinner parties this holiday season and I love myself some candlelight so I snagged some extra votives and I’m VERY impressed. They’re only $20 for a set of 12 and they have a great weight to them. I have them in the brown/amber color and they’re awesome but they have green, red, and multicolored too which are all really fun

From Arlyn: I used to be known for my red lipstick. It was my go-to power color for all occasions. And while I still love a red lip, don’t get me wrong, I was on the hunt for something a little less intense and I found it! Ilia’s Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon in Night Bloom!! It’s such a gorgeous mulberry color that I think would be super flattering on every skin tone. Not to mention how much I love the application of this thing. It’s essentially a lipstick that goes on like a lip liner so you can get a great outline. The website says it lasts 12 hours, but my experience isn’t quite so long-lasting, though still perfect for outings, parties, dinners, and long work days.

From Caitlin: G’day, mates! How was your Christmas? It was over 80 degrees here in Australia, so I broke out a new favorite dress to celebrate. I’d been eyeing it for months (I even linked it in this post last summer!), but the words “drop-waist” had long inspired fear in my heart. “Drop-waist dresses make you look like a cardboard box,” my intuition said. BUT MY INTUITION WAS WRONG. I finally took the plunge on Cyber Monday, and I am SO GLAD I DID. I love the boat neckline, the fitted bodice (but not too fitted, you know?), the cut of the back (low enough to be flirty, not low enough to show my rolls), and the skirt is SO pretty. I’m usually a 12-14 (closer to the latter these days) and grabbed a large, though I could have sized down to a medium. I’m glad I had an excuse to wear it in December – I can’t wait to style it all spring and summer!

Have a great rest of 2024 and see ya next year:)

Opening Image Credits: Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp | From: How We Decked Our Halls for Christmas

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These Were The TOP 25 Bestselling Products This Year (#1 Was Our Biggest Seller EVER)

I think my favorite comments on the blog are the ones that say something like, “Are y’all listening in my house? I just said that I needed (insert item here) and I came to the blog and you’ve found it for me.” And while we aren’t listening in your houses – we have neither the budget nor technology to make that happen – we are using a sweet bit of data to help figure out which categories/products/styles are trending in an attempt to bring you the best pieces at the best prices. So today, to conclude our weeklong 2024 wrap-up, I’m bringing you the creme de la creme – the top-selling items from the entire year. We linked them, you loved them. Wanna see if anything you clicked on made the list? (There are definitely some familiar faces here, I promise.)

25. A Reclaimed Wood Dining Table

Em worked with Elsie Green, a small furniture maker in the Bay Area, to create a custom version of this reclaimed wood dining table. “The design of it is perfect – classic and timeless, but casual. That turned leg is so pretty, with a scale that is delicate yet big enough,” Em said. “We ordered it without the middle leg so we had flexibility with chairs, and changed the dimensions to 11′ long, 40″ deep, and 30″ tall.”

24. Snuggly-Soft PJs

It’s a sleeper hit (pun intended). We published this pajama review in September of 2023, but its traffic skyrocketed over a year later in November of 2024. The slow burn of the internet never ceases to amaze! But if you’re in the market for a good pair of winter pajamas, these SKIMs PJs are a hit: “Oh my goodness the fabric was ribbed and so soft, with stretch and still really drape-y (it’s weightier so it drapes really nicely),” Em wrote. “They are thick enough you can’t see bumps underneath and so soft that the kids were begging to snuggle with me.”

23. High-Waisted Chino Pants

In 2024, the EHD team fell deep (back) in love with Old Navy. And who could blame us? “I found these trousers at Old Navy which again, look so much more expensive than they are,” Em said. “They are your basic cool, straight-legged, boy-cut with a cuff situation which I like to dress down, but could easily be worn with a cute blazer for an office job.”

22. A Hand-Knotted Rug

If this rug doesn’t ring a bell, don’t fret – you’ve only seen it in progress shots! Em sourced it for her friend Robyn’s home, which we most recently shared in October. (How good is it against that timeless William Morris wallpaper?) It’s a beauty – 100% wool, totally hand-knotted, and the perfect jumping-off point for any room in your home.

21. A Stoneware Sink Caddy

This luxe sink caddy made its first appearance in Arlyn’s inspiring rental kitchen makeover – can you believe it’s only $14.99? “Something like this was a game-changer for us,” Arlyn wrote. “We would teeter the Dawn bottle on the ledge by the window and it was always goopy with old soap. And the spray for the counters was just…around. Anyway, corralling is always the best approach to org (after decluttering, of course).”

20. Reasonably-Priced Sunglasses

Let’s be real: Target’s budget-friendly sunglasses are the eighth wonder of the modern world. (Too far? Yeah, okay. I see your point.) These aviators can add a bit of 1970s cool to your look, but I love that they’re easy to wear atop your head – there’s no annoying metal nose pads to catch in your hair!

19. Em’s Living Room Sofas

What’s better than one lounge-able sofa? TWO lounge-able sofas. “We have two of these in our living room and I love them so much,” Em said. “They check the ‘traditional’ and also the modern box really well. The turned legs obviously read classic, but the single bench and back are simple and modern (see a pattern here?). If only our silly dogs would stop sitting on the TOP CUSHION as if they are birds and it’s their nest. PUNKS!”

18. A Budget-Friendly Bathroom Vanity

If you’re sitting there and thinking, “holy crap, how did a vanity end up in the top 25 bestsellers?,” let me surprise you even further: THIS IS THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW that this plug-and-play option has landed on our list. (Pro tip: swap out the hardware and faucet for an even more custom look, like Priscilla Frost did in this affordable basement bathroom makeover!)

17. A Chunky, Retro Platform Sandal

Every year, I’m pleasantly surprised by a few entries on this list – these Sorels are no exception! They made two appearances on the blog this summer – in Em’s poolside dress review and in her dresses with sleeves review – but they seem to have outshone their dress counterparts. (PS. They’re currently on sale for $51, down from $130. You know, in case you’re also dreaming of summer.)

16. Textural Storage Bins

Target does it again! “These three baskets have SAVED US,” Em wrote. “Two are for shoes and one is for our day-to-day sports stuff that we are ALWAYS scrambling to find (basketball shoes, cheer shoes, ultimate frisbee gloves, frisbees, basketball, cleats, etc).” The herringbone weave and faux-leather handles make these look far more expensive than their $45 price tag.

15. A Sleek & Functional Kitchen Faucet

Chefs and home cooks, rejoice – this stunning Rejuvenation faucet is here to make quick work of any kitchen messes! It’s crafted from solid brass (which is naturally antibacterial!), designed, assembled, and finished right here in America, and it’s offered in everything from polished chrome and brushed nickel to satin brass and stainless steel. She’s a splurge, but she’s worth it.

14. Cute, Comfortable Pajamas

You’d be forgiven for believing that we’re a pajama blog. (We’re not, but it sure seems that way.) These Gap PJs came out on top of Em’s aforementioned PJ review – she raves about their comfortable fabric. “It’s just so buttery soft, falls, stretches, drapes and breathes. It’s so lightweight you feel like you aren’t wearing anything,” Em shares. She also offered a pro tip: “They are always on some sort of sale so don’t buy unless you get at least 30% off.”

14. Classic Brass Bin Pulls

Confused about cabinet hardware? You can never go wrong with a bin pull – especially when they’re this beautifully crafted. Em sourced these in oil-rubbed bronze for her pantry and in unlacquered brass for her kitchen. (Repeating hardware is a subtle, simple way to create cohesion in your home – it doesn’t hurt that these are the perfect mix of utilitarian function and timeless style, either.)

13. Caitlin’s Wedding Guest Dress

I bought this dress at Nordstrom the day before leaving for a black-tie wedding. It was under $120, it (miraculously) did not require shapewear, and it somehow was able to fit both my large chest and even larger behind. It was a revelation. Let this be a lesson to us all that stepping out of our comfort zone is (occasionally) rewarded.

12. Gretchen’s Giftable Cookbook

Say hello to a last-minute entry! Gretchen recommended this cookbook at the end of November, and it quickly leapt to the top of our sales charts. “By no means am I a natural-born chef, so having a step-by-step guide, complete with delicious pictures and a hardcover so cute it could double as a coffee table book, just really checks all my boxes,” she wrote. “A beautiful cobalt blue cover, soooo many delectable recipes inside with photos I could flip through and gawk at for hours. The recipes are anti-inflammatory-focused and seem pretty approachable.”

11. A Smart Storage Solution

“Since the sofa is slammed up against the far wall and there was hardly any room for a side table on this side of it, we needed a sofa table,” Em explains. “Enter this bookcase from Pottery Barn that fits PERFECTLY along the back of the sofa and is where my wine or tea sits when I’m watching TV (as well as those gorgeous lamps). It looks fully integrated and almost like it was professionally designed!” (Confession: I’m eyeing the same bookcases to pair with my new sectional!)

10. Wide-Leg Jeans with Wearable Proportions

Some wide-leg jeans can be a little too overpowering – but not these! They’re a great first step into the world of non-skinny denim. “They are medium-rise (not crazy high) and the waist is the perfect amount of constriction and comfort,” Em said. “They hold their shape really well and the wash is a great color. I like to wear them with a little heel versus chunky cross-trainers (which I know is in, but again not my thing).”

9. A Throw-On-and-Go Blouse

Run, don’t walk – it’s your last chance to score Em’s favorite blouse at 40% off! I started collecting Farm Rio blouses in 2020 and will happily sing their praises – they’re easy to style, ultra-flattering, breathable, design-forward, and fun to wear. Dress them up with leather trousers; dress them down with ripped jeans. You can’t go wrong!

8. An Affordable Summer Top

I have to laugh when I reread how we presented this matching set from Target (dorky dads, rise up!): “I know this is very in and trendy but it’s hard for me not to see them as a pajama set or a dorky dad set (which I know is in, I read the news and “Kramer chic” is everywhere but it’s not for me),” Em wrote. “If you are into looking fashion forward, like a cool dorky dad, and being really comfortable, this is a great set.”

7. Fresh, Updated Denim

If you also loved Madewell’s iconic Cali demi-boot cut jeans (RIP), this updated cut is right up your alley. (They’re also on sale from $29.99, if you want to give them a whirl without breaking the bank.) “Y’all this new cut is SO GOOD,” Em testified. “I feel so great in them and they are slimming through the leg (which skinny jeans did so well) but they are cropped and kick out into a bell at the bottom thus giving it a more modern shape…they have a really good constriction/comfort waist which flattens without being so uncomfortable (like Levis that have no stretch and you can’t really sit down in them).”

6. An Heirloom-Quality Blanket

ICYMI, this Pendleton blanket made Em’s Best Of 2024 list! “I was specifically impressed with this wool blanket, which has the most vibrant and fresh color palette and pattern,” she said. “I actually sent it to our potential graphic designer as inspo for future colors for the website rebrand. Is it just a blanket? Sure. But if you love color and pattern but you don’t want to wallpaper or paint your walls, a throw can totally change your room (Kaitlin’s living room is the perfect example of that).”

5. A Shaping Swimsuit

I need to be honest with you: this swimsuit singlehandedly changed the way I felt about wearing swimwear in public! (I’ve admitted it before, but I keep a TA3 suit in my car for swim emergencies. It’s LA – you never know when you might score an invite to a pool or hot tub!) Designed by a mom from Silver Lake, these suits are ultra-compressive and flattering – you’ll feel smooth, supported, and ready to swim. I have 3 different cuts and I adore each – if you haven’t tried this brand yet, you’re in for a treat.

4. The Mainstay

I thought that this would be the year that the sauna blanket would fall off our bestsellers list…and I was sorely mistaken. For the 4th year in a row, Em’s now-iconic sauna blanket has landed itself in our top 5 bestsellers. Our sauna blanket reviews (one and two) continue to top Google’s search results, thus we continue to sell a mind-boggling number of sauna blankets to strangers who want to sweat in a bag. Have you tried one yet? What do you think? (Their red light face mask is much more my speed, TBH. I hate being hot!)

3. A Familiar Favorite

You’ve seen her in LA. You’ve seen her in Lake Arrowhead. She’s not a celebrity – she’s this classic, neutral, work-anywhere armchair! She’s a little mid-century, a little organic modern, and SO easy to mix with your existing pieces. Looking to balance a bold, rich, deep Persian rug? She’ll provide a resting place for your eye (and your butt!). Hoping to warm up a cooler room? She can do that, too, with her pretty wood arms. But wait, there’s more: she comes in 7 different colors…and they’re all on sale now, starting at only $199.

2. Our Very Own Rug

I couldn’t be more proud to see The Merrick in our #2 slot. A huge THANK YOU to each and every one of you who have supported our Rugs USA collaboration over the past year – it’s an honor to be a part of your home (and it’s a real delight to see my talented coworkers flexing their design muscles, to boot!). “This is my FAVORITE rug and I love it so much that I switched out our bedroom rug and enjoy this in there,” Em said. “It’s SO comfy, cozy, and pretty.” (If you have any shots of the Merrick – or any of our rugs – in your home, I’d love to see! Show and tell, please?)

1. The Perfect Spring/Summer Dress

I struggle to find the words to describe this Target dress, so please, allow me to let the numbers do the talking: for every 100 clicks on this simple summer shirtdress, 75 dresses were purchased. OUR CHARTS WENT PARABOLIC. (Our industry peers average 1 sale for every 100 clicks, as a point of reference.) This dress was our best-selling item of the year by an order of magnitude – in my 5 years at EHD, I’ve never seen anything like it. The clicks were out of control (over 4 times higher than the next most-clicked item). The sales were out of control. (I am left to believe that every single person who purchased this dress did so via EHD.) As I write this, I am still simultaneously bewildered and floored. Sisterhood of the traveling dress, indeed!

Thank you again for another wonderful year. Did you bring any of these pieces home?! I’m all ears. xx

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These Were The TOP 25 Bestselleing Procducts This Year (#1 Was Our Biggest Seller EVER)

I think my favorite comments on the blog are the ones that say something like, “Are y’all listening in my house? I just said that I needed (insert item here) and I came to the blog and you’ve found it for me.” And while we aren’t listening in your houses – we have neither the budget nor technology to make that happen – we are using a sweet bit of data to help figure out which categories/products/styles are trending in an attempt to bring you the best pieces at the best prices. So today, to conclude our weeklong 2024 wrap-up, I’m bringing you the creme de la creme – the top-selling items from the entire year. We linked them, you loved them. Wanna see if anything you clicked on made the list? (There are definitely some familiar faces here, I promise.)

25. A Reclaimed Wood Dining Table

Em worked with Elsie Green, a small furniture maker in the Bay Area, to create a custom version of this reclaimed wood dining table. “The design of it is perfect – classic and timeless, but casual. That turned leg is so pretty, with a scale that is delicate yet big enough,” Em said. “We ordered it without the middle leg so we had flexibility with chairs, and changed the dimensions to 11′ long, 40″ deep, and 30″ tall.”

24. Snuggly-Soft PJs

It’s a sleeper hit (pun intended). We published this pajama review in September of 2023, but its traffic skyrocketed over a year later in November of 2024. The slow burn of the internet never ceases to amaze! But if you’re in the market for a good pair of winter pajamas, these SKIMs PJs are a hit: “Oh my goodness the fabric was ribbed and so soft, with stretch and still really drape-y (it’s weightier so it drapes really nicely),” Em wrote. “They are thick enough you can’t see bumps underneath and so soft that the kids were begging to snuggle with me.”

23. High-Waisted Chino Pants

In 2024, the EHD team fell deep (back) in love with Old Navy. And who could blame us? “I found these trousers at Old Navy which again, look so much more expensive than they are,” Em said. “They are your basic cool, straight-legged, boy-cut with a cuff situation which I like to dress down, but could easily be worn with a cute blazer for an office job.”

22. A Hand-Knotted Rug

If this rug doesn’t ring a bell, don’t fret – you’ve only seen it in progress shots! Em sourced it for her friend Robyn’s home, which we most recently shared in October. (How good is it against that timeless William Morris wallpaper?) It’s a beauty – 100% wool, totally hand-knotted, and the perfect jumping-off point for any room in your home.

21. A Stoneware Sink Caddy

This luxe sink caddy made its first appearance in Arlyn’s inspiring rental kitchen makeover – can you believe it’s only $14.99? “Something like this was a game-changer for us,” Arlyn wrote. “We would teeter the Dawn bottle on the ledge by the window and it was always goopy with old soap. And the spray for the counters was just…around. Anyway, corralling is always the best approach to org (after decluttering, of course).”

20. Reasonably-Priced Sunglasses

Let’s be real: Target’s budget-friendly sunglasses are the eighth wonder of the modern world. (Too far? Yeah, okay. I see your point.) These aviators can add a bit of 1970s cool to your look, but I love that they’re easy to wear atop your head – there’s no annoying metal nose pads to catch in your hair!

19. Em’s Living Room Sofas

What’s better than one lounge-able sofa? TWO lounge-able sofas. “We have two of these in our living room and I love them so much,” Em said. “They check the ‘traditional’ and also the modern box really well. The turned legs obviously read classic, but the single bench and back are simple and modern (see a pattern here?). If only our silly dogs would stop sitting on the TOP CUSHION as if they are birds and it’s their nest. PUNKS!”

18. A Budget-Friendly Bathroom Vanity

If you’re sitting there and thinking, “holy crap, how did a vanity end up in the top 25 bestsellers?,” let me surprise you even further: THIS IS THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW that this plug-and-play option has landed on our list. (Pro tip: swap out the hardware and faucet for an even more custom look, like Priscilla Frost did in this affordable basement bathroom makeover!)

17. A Chunky, Retro Platform Sandal

Every year, I’m pleasantly surprised by a few entries on this list – these Sorels are no exception! They made two appearances on the blog this summer – in Em’s poolside dress review and in her dresses with sleeves review – but they seem to have outshone their dress counterparts. (PS. They’re currently on sale for $51, down from $130. You know, in case you’re also dreaming of summer.)

16. Textural Storage Bins

Target does it again! “These three baskets have SAVED US,” Em wrote. “Two are for shoes and one is for our day-to-day sports stuff that we are ALWAYS scrambling to find (basketball shoes, cheer shoes, ultimate frisbee gloves, frisbees, basketball, cleats, etc).” The herringbone weave and faux-leather handles make these look far more expensive than their $45 price tag.

15. A Sleek & Functional Kitchen Faucet

Chefs and home cooks, rejoice – this stunning Rejuvenation faucet is here to make quick work of any kitchen messes! It’s crafted from solid brass (which is naturally antibacterial!), designed, assembled, and finished right here in America, and it’s offered in everything from polished chrome and brushed nickel to satin brass and stainless steel. She’s a splurge, but she’s worth it.

14. Cute, Comfortable Pajamas

You’d be forgiven for believing that we’re a pajama blog. (We’re not, but it sure seems that way.) These Gap PJs came out on top of Em’s aforementioned PJ review – she raves about their comfortable fabric. “It’s just so buttery soft, falls, stretches, drapes and breathes. It’s so lightweight you feel like you aren’t wearing anything,” Em shares. She also offered a pro tip: “They are always on some sort of sale so don’t buy unless you get at least 30% off.”

14. Classic Brass Bin Pulls

Confused about cabinet hardware? You can never go wrong with a bin pull – especially when they’re this beautifully crafted. Em sourced these in oil-rubbed bronze for her pantry and in unlacquered brass for her kitchen. (Repeating hardware is a subtle, simple way to create cohesion in your home – it doesn’t hurt that these are the perfect mix of utilitarian function and timeless style, either.)

13. Caitlin’s Wedding Guest Dress

I bought this dress at Nordstrom the day before leaving for a black-tie wedding. It was under $120, it (miraculously) did not require shapewear, and it somehow was able to fit both my large chest and even larger behind. It was a revelation. Let this be a lesson to us all that stepping out of our comfort zone is (occasionally) rewarded.

12. Gretchen’s Giftable Cookbook

Say hello to a last-minute entry! Gretchen recommended this cookbook at the end of November, and it quickly leapt to the top of our sales charts. “By no means am I a natural-born chef, so having a step-by-step guide, complete with delicious pictures and a hardcover so cute it could double as a coffee table book, just really checks all my boxes,” she wrote. “A beautiful cobalt blue cover, soooo many delectable recipes inside with photos I could flip through and gawk at for hours. The recipes are anti-inflammatory-focused and seem pretty approachable.”

11. A Smart Storage Solution

“Since the sofa is slammed up against the far wall and there was hardly any room for a side table on this side of it, we needed a sofa table,” Em explains. “Enter this bookcase from Pottery Barn that fits PERFECTLY along the back of the sofa and is where my wine or tea sits when I’m watching TV (as well as those gorgeous lamps). It looks fully integrated and almost like it was professionally designed!” (Confession: I’m eyeing the same bookcases to pair with my new sectional!)

10. Wide-Leg Jeans with Wearable Proportions

Some wide-leg jeans can be a little too overpowering – but not these! They’re a great first step into the world of non-skinny denim. “They are medium-rise (not crazy high) and the waist is the perfect amount of constriction and comfort,” Em said. “They hold their shape really well and the wash is a great color. I like to wear them with a little heel versus chunky cross-trainers (which I know is in, but again not my thing).”

9. A Throw-On-and-Go Blouse

Run, don’t walk – it’s your last chance to score Em’s favorite blouse at 40% off! I started collecting Farm Rio blouses in 2020 and will happily sing their praises – they’re easy to style, ultra-flattering, breathable, design-forward, and fun to wear. Dress them up with leather trousers; dress them down with ripped jeans. You can’t go wrong!

8. An Affordable Summer Top

I have to laugh when I reread how we presented this matching set from Target (dorky dads, rise up!): “I know this is very in and trendy but it’s hard for me not to see them as a pajama set or a dorky dad set (which I know is in, I read the news and “Kramer chic” is everywhere but it’s not for me),” Em wrote. “If you are into looking fashion forward, like a cool dorky dad, and being really comfortable, this is a great set.”

7. Fresh, Updated Denim

If you also loved Madewell’s iconic Cali demi-boot cut jeans (RIP), this updated cut is right up your alley. (They’re also on sale from $29.99, if you want to give them a whirl without breaking the bank.) “Y’all this new cut is SO GOOD,” Em testified. “I feel so great in them and they are slimming through the leg (which skinny jeans did so well) but they are cropped and kick out into a bell at the bottom thus giving it a more modern shape…they have a really good constriction/comfort waist which flattens without being so uncomfortable (like Levis that have no stretch and you can’t really sit down in them).”

6. An Heirloom-Quality Blanket

ICYMI, this Pendleton blanket made Em’s Best Of 2024 list! “I was specifically impressed with this wool blanket, which has the most vibrant and fresh color palette and pattern,” she said. “I actually sent it to our potential graphic designer as inspo for future colors for the website rebrand. Is it just a blanket? Sure. But if you love color and pattern but you don’t want to wallpaper or paint your walls, a throw can totally change your room (Kaitlin’s living room is the perfect example of that).”

5. A Shaping Swimsuit

I need to be honest with you: this swimsuit singlehandedly changed the way I felt about wearing swimwear in public! (I’ve admitted it before, but I keep a TA3 suit in my car for swim emergencies. It’s LA – you never know when you might score an invite to a pool or hot tub!) Designed by a mom from Silver Lake, these suits are ultra-compressive and flattering – you’ll feel smooth, supported, and ready to swim. I have 3 different cuts and I adore each – if you haven’t tried this brand yet, you’re in for a treat.

4. The Mainstay

I thought that this would be the year that the sauna blanket would fall off our bestsellers list…and I was sorely mistaken. For the 4th year in a row, Em’s now-iconic sauna blanket has landed itself in our top 5 bestsellers. Our sauna blanket reviews (one and two) continue to top Google’s search results, thus we continue to sell a mind-boggling number of sauna blankets to strangers who want to sweat in a bag. Have you tried one yet? What do you think? (Their red light face mask is much more my speed, TBH. I hate being hot!)

3. A Familiar Favorite

You’ve seen her in LA. You’ve seen her in Lake Arrowhead. She’s not a celebrity – she’s this classic, neutral, work-anywhere armchair! She’s a little mid-century, a little organic modern, and SO easy to mix with your existing pieces. Looking to balance a bold, rich, deep Persian rug? She’ll provide a resting place for your eye (and your butt!). Hoping to warm up a cooler room? She can do that, too, with her pretty wood arms. But wait, there’s more: she comes in 7 different colors…and they’re all on sale now, starting at only $199.

2. Our Very Own Rug

I couldn’t be more proud to see The Merrick in our #2 slot. A huge THANK YOU to each and every one of you who have supported our Rugs USA collaboration over the past year – it’s an honor to be a part of your home (and it’s a real delight to see my talented coworkers flexing their design muscles, to boot!). “This is my FAVORITE rug and I love it so much that I switched out our bedroom rug and enjoy this in there,” Em said. “It’s SO comfy, cozy, and pretty.” (If you have any shots of the Merrick – or any of our rugs – in your home, I’d love to see! Show and tell, please?)

1. The Perfect Spring/Summer Dress

I struggle to find the words to describe this Target dress, so please, allow me to let the numbers do the talking: for every 100 clicks on this simple summer shirtdress, 75 dresses were purchased. OUR CHARTS WENT PARABOLIC. (Our industry peers average 1 sale for every 100 clicks, as a point of reference.) This dress was our best-selling item of the year by an order of magnitude – in my 5 years at EHD, I’ve never seen anything like it. The clicks were out of control (over 4 times higher than the next most-clicked item). The sales were out of control. (I am left to believe that every single person who purchased this dress did so via EHD.) As I write this, I am still simultaneously bewildered and floored. Sisterhood of the traveling dress, indeed!

Thank you again for another wonderful year. Did you bring any of these pieces home?! I’m all ears. xx

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The Top 15 Reels of 2024 (+ How Many Views Each Of Them Got!)

Hi friends!! Welcome back to my yearly post where I take you through just SOME of the reels we made and posted publicly on the internet! It was a jam-packed year full of MANY reveals (19 to be exact) and we’ve got lots more for you coming in 2025. There’s so much that goes into the making of one of our reels – for example, we’ll often start a project months prior to the video going live and we’ll take weeks or months of footage during the whole design process, then we’ll spend hours concepting what the video could be and how to break it down in a clear and concise way. Oftentimes we’ll comb through hours of video footage, select the best clips, and splice them together to make a video that’s less than a minute long. So it can take A LOT to produce these viral videos. Or we’ll have a quick and wild idea, shoot it in 10 minutes, edit it in 15, and post it that same day and it can go viral (social media is the Wild West after all). This list has a mix of both and we had a lot of heavy hitters this year (yay!) Let me show ya:

TOP REELS HERE WE GO!

Starting off strong with one of the “quick ideas that took 2 seconds to make and everyone loved” reels:

15. River House Sneak Peak (The Princess Diaries Edition)

This GORGEOUS room at the river house was the one that had the last-minute addition of putting excess wood flooring on the walls (and to answer your question yes, you can put wood flooring on walls! See more here ICYMI). We were chatting in a meeting one day trying to decide how we could show off this incredible room (pre-reveal) on Instagram and the whole team freaked out over the idea of doing a lip sync to this Princess Diaries sound. We decided it would be best if Em’s brother Ken was involved which turned out to be a hilarious and great move.

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14. Sunroom Before/After (442k)

I created this reel at the veerrrry end of December 2023 so it didn’t make it into last year’s post, but I had to give her her moment in the spotlight! Em’s sunroom is just so pretty that the room really speaks for itself, but I did really like this format of seeing the befores in a flashy way before the big reveal. I had a lot of fun pulling this one together and was really happy with how it came out (so I’m glad you guys were too!)

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13. Not Your Average Sink (454k) 

This reel makes me chuckle because I cosplayed Emily in it (LOL). We were shooting the mudroom, guest bath, and kids’ bathroom at the river house all on the same day, so Em had to be pulled away for portraits. Gretch and I decided we could shoot this reel if I put on Em’s sweater and just had my hands in it and it WORKED. This Kohler sink really is so cool, so I was happy that we could highlight it in a way that was entertaining for everyone. This video also went through a lot of different sound renditions, but I love where we landed with the music. If you haven’t seen this already then enjoy this video of my hands chopping and washing dishes:

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12. Thrifted VS Styled (531k)

This is a fun trend that’s been going around IG for a little while now and Em has such good vintage that I knew we had to participate. I asked if she could find the OG Facebook marketplace listings/photos of her vintage items in store and then we took videos of how those items look now in her house. Safe to say it ended up being a hit! Should we do a part 2?!

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11. House Walkthrough (538K)

Em had a Velux shoot happening at her house so the entire space was clean at once and I got a slack one day that said “My whole house is clean (which rarely happens) should I shoot a walkthrough?” I quickly replied “YES!” So Em went around her house, grabbed a video walking through the entire house and you guys LOVED IT. It’s truly so cool to see how a house flows, so this was a really fun one to edit and watch. We also did a part 2 of the upstairs if you’re curious!

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10. Amazon Workout Hack (543k)

If there’s one thing the internet loves, it’s an Amazon hack. So when there’s an Amazon product that’s well-designed, affordable, and can significantly improve your life (ie: this dumbbell to barbell/kettlebell attachment) why not share it with the world? When Em told me about this genius product I was like “WE HAVE TO TELL PEOPLE THAT’S THE SMARTEST THING I’VE EVER SEEN!” so I’m not surprised this one did well – the product is genius and can save you both space and money if you’re crafting a home gym!!

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9. Mini Gym Process (553k) 

This one was a real labor of love to edit as you can probably tell! It was weeks (maybe even months) of process footage that I combined into one video, then I wrote a little script about how this all came to be and had Em do a voiceover which really helped tell the story (and it was a good one!) The mini gym might be one of my fav projects of the year, so I was happy that you guys loved it too!

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8. How Designers Hang Art (601k)

Now THIS ONE is exciting because this reel was on our list of “fun things to shoot when you get a chance” for a WHILE. Once Em and Gretch got a free second to shoot this, I pulled it together and posted it and BOMB. It took OFF! It was pretty hilarious, I got a few good laughs out of it myself

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7. Best Blue Paint Colors (658k) 

We had the idea to do this for a while and I’m so glad we eventually did! Em loves blue (in case you didn’t know), so chatting through paint colors she’s used in the past was really really fun (and hopefully super helpful!) Should we make this a series and do more??

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6. Cold Plunge (659k)

Who doesn’t love a cold plunge?? Em is very into her cold plunge (and they’re trending a lot right now) so I wasn’t surprised to see this one hit the top reel list! Also, that suit is pretty cute and Em looks fab so I’m glad this got the attention it deserved

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5. Unexpected Red Theory (670k)

This was a fun trending sound that I knew we had pretty solid examples of (because Em’s been using the unexpected red theory for years!) I used the sound and then played it over photos of rooms from EHD’s past that had unexpected pops of red, and then I photoshopped the red in and out so you could really see the impact. I think it really drove the point home and made me definitely want to add more red to my home (hopefully it did the same for you too!)

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4. Caitlin’s Hallway (1M)

This was another one that didn’t make last year’s list because it was too late in the year, so I’m including it here! Caitlin’s long dark hallway got a glow-up a while ago, but it never got the social love it deserved imho, so I made this reel and was stoked to see it pop off!

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3. Where To Place Cabinet Hardware (1.1M)

In 2024 we learned that you guys and everyone else on IG LOVE to learn about where to place hardware on cabinetry (and we get it…it’s confusing). This guide is so helpful and really breaks it down in a clear way (which is why it got a lot of saves!) Safe to say you’ll likely be seeing more hardware content in the new year since everyone seems to love it!

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2. Gretchen’s DIY Fabric Wallpaper (1.9M) 

When Gretchen first told me that she was going to put fabric on her walls as wallpaper for her bedroom makeover I had so many questions. First off, HOW? Second, is it renter-friendly? What kind of fabric? Is it easy to install? She breaks down every single question in this reel and shows ya how it’s done. Major shoutout to Gretch for this genius idea and for making this reel! WAY TO GO GRETCH!!

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AND OUR HOTTEST REEL OF THE YEAR WAS…

…DRUMROLL PLEASE…

1. Riverhouse Shower (5.1M) 

5 MIL! Now this is one famous shower…and I get it. It’s SEXY. The triple shower heads, the hand shower, the bathtub, THE VIEW? Everything about this bathroom is awesome (did you know on the other side of it there’s a sauna?!). Truly one of my favorite spaces if I do say so myself. It’s JUST so pretty. Also, way to make some great shower heads, Kohler!

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Well, that’s all for this year. I hope you are feeling fresh and ready for 2025, I have a feeling it’s gonna be a good one. Thanks for being here, for following, for engaging, and for all of your support. We appreciate you so much and are so grateful that your eyes actually watch the photos and videos we are so lucky to create. We couldn’t do what we do without you all so from the bottom of our hearts, thank you, and have the happiest new year! xx

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It Was A REVEAL Year, Y’all – Emily Recaps All 19 EHD Makeovers

This annual blog post is good for my self-esteem, TBH. I mean I feel like we are super busy, but when you see it all together I realize what my incredible team can accomplish together (and this doesn’t even include our almost 100 partnerships this year, a rug line, and prepping for a different fun/big line next year). 2024 was another “reveal year,” meaning a year where I’m not in the throes of a construction or renovation project. Instead, I get to decorate, style, and shoot (and spend my brother’s money LOL). And listen I LOVE renovating, but boy is it nice to have that firehose of cash turned off for a bit to “earn and learn” (and save for whatever comes next – which we’ll talk about in early January). I’m so excited to show you

Farmhouse Primary Bedroomphoto by kailtin green

I actually don’t love starting this one because while I like so much about this, the bed was always meant for our guest room (I designed it specifically to fit in between the windows, but our bed didn’t arrive in time for the big Real Simple shoot so we used this for that shot and canceled what we had ordered). And yes, I still think about painting the room (at least the ceiling) but I got a quote and it was $6k, which felt like a LOT.

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In case you are just catching up, the paint color is gorgeous, it just needs to be in a less brightly lit room (it’s intense when it’s a full sun day, but on cloudy days it’s beautiful).

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So happy and grateful we have a fireplace (and tv:)) in our bedroom though!

Birdie’s Closetphoto by kailtin green

Lucky little lady got a closet upgrade (and yes, those yellow scallops are just stickers I got on Etsy). SO FUN AND CUTE.

Gym Revealphoto by kailtin green

This reveal was only this year???? It feels like years ago. My goodness, life is both so short and so long. Update – yes, we still use this gym 3-4 times a week (both of us) and yes, I still plunge most days after working out. In fact, I do it more in the winter because I need the dopamine hit to help me combat seasonal depression.

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The plants were all on their deathbeds in here, BTW. They couldn’t handle the heat in the summer so we moved them out of here. I love this gym (and shout out to those leftover windows we had – so beautiful!).

Farmhouse Guest Bathphoto by kailtin green

Officially the favorite bathroom in the house – designwise. And I don’t disagree – that wallpaper is so stunning and the color combination is incredible.

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Such a sweet little lady. It feels totally vintage, too. Not like you are stepping back in time, but just full of charm.

Gretchen’s Bedroomphoto by kailtin green

While I actually had very little to do with this, Gretchen revealed her bedroom which is so dang awesome. It was a partnership with Article (yes, these are the perks of working here) and was a real win/win for all.

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Gretch also did the most genius thing and used fabric as wallpaper!!!! Way more renter-friendly and has such a pretty texture (the fabric is from Spoonflower, y’all).

Bay House Deckphoto by kailtin green

Now we didn’t design this, but I helped style out the Bay House (ARCIFORM‘s weekend home). I took my Portland team here for a little retreat (3 days, 2 days of shooting) and it was so much fun.

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So dreamy!

Farmhouse Deckphoto by kailtin green

Our sweet little deck that we used a ton of with friends last summer. I’m very positive the tray and copper mugs are still out there on the coffee table, LOL. I don’t sit out there much in the fall/winter but we use the dining table all the time when it’s nice out.

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I love both of these views so much.

Outdoor Living Roomphoto by kailtin green

This is the real sleeper hit – we sit here ALL THE TIME. Mostly when the kids are in the pool and we want to hang out with them without sitting on rocks.

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This also launched our partnership with AllModern (more to come in 2025).

My Niece’s Closetphoto by kailtin green

Hilariously, this was the first reveal of my brother’s River House – you know, my 9-year-old Niece’s closet We had deadlines and this closet was easy to execute early on so we did. I LOVE how it turned out.

River House Patiophoto by kailtin green

We moved outside before finishing the furniture and decor inside because they wanted to spend the summer out here. It turned out so beautiful.

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I will say that Ken did NOT have enough parties here last summer, which will be mandated in 2025.

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I mean look at that view!!

River House Mudroomphoto by kailtin green

The real inside reveals began – starting with the mudroom (and our Harvey Rug). It was hilarious that this room was fully styled, like the plants and folded towels while there were moving boxes and literally no furniture in most of the rooms.

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At least it’s a very hardworking room:)

River House Guest Bathphoto by kailtin green

This was a sleeper hit for me – it’s so dreamy to be in this bathroom – calm, neutral, full of texture. However, if I’m honest, I was so worried their desire for neutrals would be boring (it’s not!).

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The texture of the tiles, that beautiful neutral wallpaper, it all just works so perfectly together.

River House Kids Bath

So playful and fun – I love how this turned out!!! It’s just joyful but not too “little kid”. With some eventual towel swaps (aka no more hooded dog towels) this room will easily grow with them.

photos by kailtin greenRiver House Primary Bedroomphoto by kailtin green

I love the color combination in this bedroom so much – the greens, blues, and hits of deep burgundy. Big shout out to Article and the artist Charlie Salas-Humara for that incredible painting.

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I’m also so happy that it feels textured and colorful without being too bold which isn’t something any of us wanted for this room. Oh, and that Pollack bench seat fabric is so so good.

Art Barnphoto by kailtin green

And then we headed back to crazy town – a totally different vibe than the river house (which is why I probably did it – I needed a heavy dose of color and pattern in my life). I LOVE this art barn/craft shed so much.

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It’s cold and wet right now so the kids aren’t out there as much (has a heater, but takes 20-30 minutes to heat up). But everyone is pretty obsessed with it.

River House Primary Bathroomphoto by kailtin green

This hotel-style bathroom was a huge hit on social (the reel racked up like 5 million views). True luxury and just so quiet and pretty.

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Who wouldn’t want to shower (or bathe) in here??

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Also, they have a small two-person infrared AND dry heat sauna. LUCKY DUCKS.

Art Barn Muralphoto by kailtin green

I felt so lucky to be able to commission Racheal Jackson (aka Banyan Bridges) to paint this mural. We are landscaping around it this spring so I can really show it off.

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As of now, the alpacas and pigs love their barn upgrade:)

Kaitlin’s Living Roomphoto by kailtin green

Not going to lie that this might be my favorite room of the year – I think because all of these colors just speak to me so much. Greens, blues, leathers, woods – that fireplace!!!

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I love that shot so much. Kaitlin – we are so lucky to have you shoot all of our projects and I’m so happy that we get to keep decorating (bathrooms are next??).

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One more time for the fireplace! It was a risk that completely paid off.

Kennedy’s Bedroomphoto by kailtin green

I really did love how my now 10-year-old niece’s bedroom turned out. So much color and personality, while all the furniture is so simple.

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And pretty proud of that very fun DIY corkboard!

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So much time, effort, and money go into these reveals so a big thanks to all of our partners (AllModern, Article, Kohler, Rejuvenation, Stuga, Sherwin-Williams, Spoonflower, Ann Sacks, Decorview, Rugs USA) and of course my team for styling, shooting, editing and publishing them all. An extra big thanks to Kaitlin Green, our photographer and friend, who shoots every Thursday with us and makes our rooms look so great while we laugh all day long. When looking at these all I’m reminded how much fun this can be (and I somehow block out that Ken’s house has four flights of stairs from street level so it’s also a LOT OF SCHLEPPING) LOL. xx

Opening Image Credits: Photo by Kaitlin Green | From: Farmhouse Guest Bath Reveal

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