Artistry On The Floor
KIM COOK Associated Press There was a time when designers and decorators considered floor coverings to be background elements in a room. Rugs and tile were meant to be practical, […]
Author: Kim Cook
Time For A Cuppa Teaware Steeped In Style
KIM COOK Associated Press Tea lovers are inclined to brew a cuppa any time of year, but especially now, in the dead of winter. Time to put the kettle on […]
High- And Low-Tech Valentine’s Gifts That Say ‘I Miss You’
KIM COOK Associated Press Before the tech revolution, you might have sent a lock of hair, a printed photo or a perfumed note to a loved one far away. And […]
Asian Tableware: From Zen to Zany
KIM COOK Associated Press Japan, China and Korea have a long history of creating beautiful table goods, from rustic stoneware to delicate ceramics, sleek lacquered items to whimsical serveware and […]
Nurseries Worthy Of A Bohemian Lullaby
KIM COOK Associated Press Traditional nursery decor tends to be a gently stirred mix of cute animals, soft hues and nicely matched furnishings. And there’s much to be said for […]
Sweet Gifts For The Home Baker
KIM COOK Associated Press If you’ve got home bakers on your holiday gift list, there are plenty of attractive and functional items on the market to help them whip up […]
Retro Holiday Decor That’s Less Hygge, More Party
KIM COOK Associated Press Midcentury and 1970s-’80s motifs are strong players on the home decor stage, and that includes holiday decor too. These retro styles have a different kind of […]