Why Free Swag At Bars, Hotels Is So Important To Brands
KIM COOKAssociated Press Chances are if you’ve been to a great restaurant, bar or hotel, you’ve snagged a coaster, matchbook, napkin or card key. Mementoes like these are talismans that […]
Author: Kim Cook
New Rental? How To Turn A Bland Space Into A Personal Haven
KIM COOKAssociated Press Even though she was moving into a rental apartment, Alexa d’Argence was eager to put her personal stamp on it. “Loving my space is more important to […]
Laundry Room? These Days It’s Any Room
KIM COOKAssociated Press Those who have an in-home clothes washer and dryer often take it for granted. But even in larger homes, we haven’t had the convenience all that long. […]
At Home: Gear, Toys, Tips To Help Beat The Heat Outdoors
KIM COOKAssociated Press The thermostat has officially hit swelter. Whether you’re trying to play in the backyard or just chill outdoors, there’s a bunch of new ideas and gear designed […]
Stylish, Green, Available: Antique Furniture Is New Again
By KIM COOKAssociated Press There’s always been a taste for antique furnishings. These days, a widely acquired taste. Antiques are hot partly because of supply chain delays and higher prices for […]
Homes: Storage That Goes Well Beyond The Utilitarian
By KIM COOKAssociated Press You might think of storage cabinets as utilitarian. But designers are forever fascinated with how a simple cupboard can be built, dressed and adorned in ways […]
The Heart Of The House Gets New Color, Cubbies, Connectivity
by KIM COOKAssociated Press As French chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud puts it, “Kitchens should be designed around what’s truly important — fun, food, and life.” Kitchens now might not […]