Design & Style

When Terry and Kathy Kleeberger decided to upgrade their Dash Point home, they envisioned a lighter, brighter space. “We loved the rustic, cozy feel of the house but wanted to update and brighten up the kitchen,” say the Kleebergers. The project began in January 2019 and was completed that June. The homeowners brought in the […]

An Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU for short, is a second, small dwelling on the same property of a standard single-family home. ADU’s have been around for years, but maybe you’ve called them by other common names like Mother-in-Law or Backyard Cottage or Granny Flat or maybe even Above-Garage Apartment. Whatever you may refer to […]

Serving Pierce County for over 80 years, Tacoma Lutheran Retirement Community is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community in North Tacoma. With the planned addition of three buildings filled with condos and apartments, the community is forging ahead on its challenge to continually evolve and modernize. The redevelopment’s goal is to meet the ever-changing needs of […]

What was once old is fresh and innovative again! You may recognize a few trends on this list from decades gone by. Revisit them now for a look that’s anything but tired. Spring into 2020 with this list of can’t-miss trends: Puffy Sleeves This bold, elegant look adds a feminine flare to any daily outfit, […]

This Pacific Northwest home was designed for a couple who wanted a Northwest Contemporary home that was modern yet warm and inviting. Natural daylighting and extensive use of western red cedar on the exterior and Douglas fir ceilings on the interiors were used to create warmth in the structure. The project began with the homeowners […]

Whether you’re planning an annual holiday bash or gearing up for a cozy season by the fireplace, you may catch yourself wanting to give your home an extra touch of sophistication for this winter. Color trends change almost by the season, but this winter’s top trending colors for indoor decor are classics that will let […]

Lost & Found Crafts has created the best of both worlds: a place to shop for any craft supply imaginable and a place where materials are given a “second chance” instead of being thrown away. “I’ve been doing crafts since I was a little kid,” says owner Michelle Isaacson. “My sister taught me how to […]

We are now ready to think of warm camel coats and chic leather boots. We can’t help but bring you the trends that are set to be huge this fall. Some of them are already gaining momentum right now. It’s a ‘cinch.’ Strong, structured, cinched-waist suits make their way from the office to the street […]

Some jewelry pieces evoke warm memories, have an important story, or once belonged to a loved one. These pieces are cherished as a family treasure that is passed on through generations. That’s the life jewelry should have, says Phyllis Harrison. She’s the co-owner of LeRoy Jewelers and The Art Stop with her husband, Steph Farber. […]

If you’ve stuck to your New Year’s resolutions, they have become solid habits. And what goes better with new habits than a fresh wardrobe? Reward yourself for your hard work! Get ready for a new season by adding some of these new trends to your wardrobe this spring. Classic Cardi Cardigans are having a moment […]