Hug, a limited edition double-wick candle made in collaboration with Midwest-based MOCO Fragrances, smells like a warm embrace at the end of a long day. The Hug Candle is Here! We couldn’t be more proud to introduce our first Yellow Brick Home...

Have you been intrigued by a Roman Clay finish" We’re sharing the details behind our custom range hood and how we DIY-ed Roman Clay for a stone look! Where Did You Get Your Range Hood" Queue the number one question as we shared the...

We’re linking to all of the products we used to build out and style my parents’ kitchen refresh. Find all of the links below! A few weeks ago, we traveled to Cincinnati to handle the final styling and photography of my parents’...

These are the items we used to stock our kitchen from the bottom up, including everything from our small appliance choices – all the way down to the kitchen ‘junk drawer.’ Stocking the Red House Kitchen We recently revealed the...

We used large format tile to create an impactful makeover in my parents’ Cincinnati kitchen. With my brother acting as the general contractor on the project, it was truly a family affair. A Refresh for Mom + Dad Vargo Seven years ago, my empty...

We’re sharing the breakdown of our Red House kitchen budget with you. How Much Does It Cost" We recently revealed our completed Red House kitchen! If you missed that post, we highly recommend checking it out. By request and as we have in...

Way Day is almost here! Shop at Wayfair in-store or online (with free shipping to your doorstep!) during their biggest sale of the year, from 10/5 through 10/7. These are our picks as we stock our recently renovated kitchen with essentials. This...

It’s here! Our neutral, woodsy, earthy kitchen palette invites nature in, evoking calm and encouraging togetherness. She’s a Mood. I was talking with Scott the other day about a room design we’re working on, and I kept referencing...

We’ve reached a major milestone at the Red House and we need your help deciding what project to take on next! The Decision We’ve passed a huge milestone at the Red House! Inspections are passed, the kitchen (reveal soon with a small...

We’re talking through the ins and outs of the renovation permitting process of our Red House renovation, which we managed ourselves. We have big news! The Red House renovation has officially passed all inspections and the permitting process of...

We’re rounding up all of our post-renovation cleaning tools. From shop vacs to our favorite leather cleaner, we’ve got you covered! Turning Point Straight Ahead! Our Red House project is nearing a major milestone! All of the messiest...

With fall around the corner, it’s about to be Guest Room season! These are our tips for creating a room that’s as relaxing as it is functional, with real-life solutions. This post is sponsored by AllModern. A Mini Makeover for Our Guest...

Labor Day Weekend Is Here! The unofficial start to fall is here, who’s with me"! As we celebrate and honor the hard work of Americans, plan our weekend barbecues, sip coffee from the front porch, and – hopefully! – sleep in...

We’re walking through all of the big changes we’ve made around the property at the Red House. So long, dead trees! A Status Report! While we’ve been very focused on the Red House’s interior as of late, we’ve also...

Let’s get cozy for fall! I’ve rounded up 14 fresh finds from small business owners on Etsy to get you in the fall spirit. If Our Home Was a Season… Hands down, it would be fall! You" I’ve always been attracted to warm...

By day, our dining room is a home office, and by night, it doubles as the meal gathering spot for our family and friends. Here’s how to get the look! Home Office or Dining Room" Why not both! We’re firm believers in every room of...

Let’s take a closer look at the tile backsplash we added to our Red House kitchen! We’ll zoom in on the details that make the space, from grout color to edging outside corners. Our Kitchen Has a Tile Backsplash! If you’ve ever been...

Our need for better organization turned into a rewarding DIY! This is how we turned IKEA kitchen cabinets into a slim, wide dresser for our home office / dining room. Bringing Function to Our Home Office (aka Our Dining Room) A few years ago, we...

How do you add new pieces alongside vintage furniture" We’re sharing our thought process, along with a summer sale highlighting many of the new pieces we chose! Gathering Inspiration for the Red House Well over a year ago, I began...

We?re rounding up the albums that are in heavy rotation throughout the warmer weather months. Pack the cooler and grab your umbrella. It’s time for summer jams! It Sounds Like Summer Picture this: It’s a warm summer day with absolutely...

We need to catch you up! The Red House has been a flurry of activity lately, so let’s go through each room and see what’s been done – and what’s next. The State of Things It’s been a minute since we’ve offered a...

We’re outlining the ways we upgraded our backyard landscape lighting setup with budget friendly automation. Choosing The Right System Landscape lighting can seem like a daunting addition to your outdoor space, but there are countless DIY...

Happy summer! These are the items that we use the most during warmer weather, from bedding to art to breakfast smoothies. Let’s Transition to Summer The transition to summer is in full swing here in Chicago! We’ve spent the last few...

We’re outlining the changes we made to maximize the functionality of our Chicago front porch. Summer is Front Porch Season It’s finally summer and we’re lucky to call one of the greatest cities in the world, Chicago, our home! We...

A round up of Father’s day gift ideas that we own and love, or the things that are on Scott’s wish list. Happy Father’s Day! Being a dad is the coolest! I get to take all of the best parenting lessons I’ve absorbed from my...