SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: QUALITY BATH

I'm proud to welcome Quality Bath as one of the newest BLB sponsors! Specializing in kitchen and bathroom fixtures as well as hardware and lighting, Quality Bath touts over 25 years of plumbing experience and has a reputation for stellar customer service. They have the testimonials to prove it.

Taking full advantage of the expertise that awaits you at Quality Bath puts you a step ahead in making an educated decision regarding kitchen and bath upgrades in your home. Even a small change to your space, i.e. replacing an old vanity, or installing a contemporary faucet, increases the value of your home whether you are looking to sell or completing a remodel for your family to enjoy. Let's take a look at the selection:

luxurious soaker tubs

furniture inspired vanities



indoor and outdoor lighting

towel warmers and much, much more!

These items are only the beginning of the endless, well-sorted selection you expect to find at Quality Bath. Check out the site today for inspiration and great deals for your next home improvement project!

7 WAYS TO EMBRACE YOUR SMALL SPACE

Itty bitty kitchens and bathrooms are hardly thought of as a desirable quality in a home. Personally I believe it has everything to do with perspective. My first place was a mere 365 square feet, but it was mine! The narrow galley kitchen stretched my imagination regarding storage solutions and was super easy to clean. The bathroom was equally tiny and as a self professed product junkie, I can say it really forced me to edit my stuff and only keep what I favored most.

In a recent article for houzz, I provided readers with 7 smart ideas for making each square foot count. Whether you live in 700 square feet or 7000, each tip is equally effective. Let's take a look!

Stonebreaker Builders & Remodelers

#1: Raise the ceiling and a few eyebrows with a bold graphic stripe.
A simple scheme of black and white brings big drama to this small bath. The stripes give the illusion of more height, while the feature wall adds interest and style.

via ADEENI DESIGN GROUP

#2 Take advantage of every nook and cranny.
Slim and stunning, mosaic tile and a sculptural sink take this bath from practical to polished.

via Frisson

#3 Outfit your kitchen with attractive cookware.
Proving to be as functional as the next, this petite kitchen allows everyday items to become part of the decor. A fiery red tea kettle and set of cookware adds spice to this modest kitchen. A simple spice rack above the stove top makes it convenient to cook a flavorful meal.

Love these tips? Click here to get the other 4 tips to help you embrace your small space! Have a great weekend!

Green + Gray for St. Patrick's Day...

Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone! Usually we associate a "fresher green" with all things Irish, but here's a fun little twist that spotlights green, but in a more subtle color palette.  ENTER GREEN AND GRAY...

These images are of my favorite rooms in the Coastal Living's 2009 Seawatch Idea House in Sunset Harbor, North Carolina.

Though these rooms may be a little too decorated for your taste, remember the purpose of these spaces are to assist you in generating ideas for your own home.  The introduction of pure white in this space makes the palette feel light, airy, and fresh. Adding white to the color scheme was one of the best ways for the designer to create the "coastal look" using green and gray.  I love this alternative color approach as opposed to the watery blues and tans traditionally used in coastal decor.

 A elegant settee appears to be custom fitted for this little nook accented with pillows contain the same pattern as the drapery.  In this one photo, there are three different patterns yet they all flow seamlessly-the painted stripes on the wall, the leaf motif in the pillows and drapery, and the fabric covering the klismos chair.

The sparkle of the mosaic backsplash, the metallic hardware, and the mirrored cabinets add elements of modern luxury to this soothing color palette.

In love with this sophisticated take on green and gray? Consider making it yours by choosing any color from the palette below.

 What are your thoughts on this green and gray color combo? About mixing patterns? Click here for my previous post on mixing patterns if you need a little direction. Have a great day!