When it comes to coexisting with pets, sometimes it isn't clear who rules the roost. Even in no-pets-on-furniture homes, our furry friends eventually crowd us out of our beds and claim the couch during The Bachelor because nothing is off-limits when the sleepies hit or when they just need a better vantage point from which to supervise the household. We could get mad . . . or we could just sit Read more

You don't have to limit yourself to shopping for a stylish and functional media cabinet at Ikea, Crate and Barrel, or EQ3 — you can get a sweet retro-styled credenza to fit your flat screen TV, video game consoles, and more over on Etsy. Check out a few beauties I found while clicking through the site, and be sure to grab a tissue to mop up the drool from your keyboard. Read more

There is something so special about the graceful shape of the lotus flower. But what's even more beautiful is the story of how the plants grow and develop: out of the muck at the bottom of a river or lake, deep-rooted and gnarled roots develop into an absolutely beautiful flower. The shape of the lotus has long been associated with zen thought and Eastern design. Enjoy these pieces of home décor Read more

April 22 marks Earth Day, and in anticipation of that most eco of days, I wanted to inspire you with some eco decorating ideas. Going green in your home doesn't just mean using biodegradable cleaners and CFL bulbs; it also means choosing your furniture and accents with some eco factors in mind. One of the most green ways you can go when it comes to furniture is to buy a vintage piece and have it Read more

This past weekend, I visited a friend of a friend's house and was pleasantly surprised to sit in a Craftsman-style rocking chair. "Where have all the rocking chairs gone?" I thought. I rarely see the sleep-inducing seats in homes these days, and when I do, their Queen Anne or Adirondack shapes are usually too granny for my tastes. I knew there had to be some cool modern alternatives out there, so Read more

Jayson Home & Garden's new Spring catalog doesn't hit mailboxes or the information superhighway until next week, but the chic Chicago-based retailer is giving CasaSugar an exclusive sneak peek at the new collection! I wanted to learn more about the themes, trends, and standout pieces in this Spring line, so I spoke with Jayson's Vice President of Merchandise, Devin Kirk. Check out our Read more

Urban Outfitters just debuted its March 2011 catalog! Aside from warm weather staples like sailor stripes and rompers that are getting me giddy for Spring, there are also a few fabulous new decor items that would put a little pep in my apartment's step. Check out five of my new favorites. Read more

Maine Home + Design writer Melissa Coleman recently updated her LEED-certified home, including some beautiful pieces from Maine-based furniture maker Thos. Moser. Take a look at her gorgeous, family-friendly home, which she first shared on Thos. Moser's blog. Read more

Going back to the conversation of irrational pet peeves, one more home habit that I simply can't stand is to when cabinet and furniture doors are left open. I read a book about organizing once that discussed how disorganized people leave kitchen cabinets and other household doors open because they have a tendency not to follow through completely with their actions (like putting away the Read more

Earlier I gave you my architecture picks from the Design Museum's 2011 Brit Insurance Designs of the Year nominees. But now I want to share with you my favorite nominated furniture pieces! From imaginative shapes and materials to unorthodox concepts like Thomas Heatherwick Studio's Spun chair for Magis (pictured), a rotation-molded plastic chair you can actually sit and spin around in, see what Read more