Category: Home Kitchen

odera Monday, January 8, 1968. At five in the morning, Oderah, almost six years old, had been awake for some time. Sandwiched between Kenko and Bartholomew, on a narrow handmade bamboo mat, he re-examined the ceiling and repeatedly looked at the blank walls. Where two walls met, he looked down, pondering the Unukwu-Udu Mmiri, a […]

Laying a seamless (i.e. no grout) travertine tile floor is a skill that you can easily develop. It just takes a little knowledge, a few tools, patience, and diligence to complete this job successfully. There is no need to be intimidated by this type of project. After all, if the ancient Romans and Greeks could […]

Purchasing a copper range hood can add incredible visual appeal to your kitchen area. Many people are under the impression that buying copper items in a hot, steamy kitchen area is a recipe for disaster, but the truth is, this is a strong, durable, and beautiful material that will give you years of use and […]

Since you won’t be building a new house too often; the decision to build should not be taken lightly. Therefore, it is very important that you take the time to enjoy the process. Savor every moment as you combine your home design and plan ideas, and then delight in the result. The first step is […]

Most contemporary recipes call for “Extra Virgin Olive Oil”, in a vain attempt to appear “healthy”, “wholesome” and “elegant”. I select my cooking oils based on what I am preparing. If I’m sauteing, searing, or wok-sauteing, I use oils that have high smoke points. What is a smoke point? Each oil has its own “smoke […]

Exploring Krabi will seem like a never-ending effort. If you think you have seen enough of this place, you should know that much remains to be discovered. The city welcomes you with its friendly charm wherever you go. The lively markets and simplistic life of the Thai people are also something you can explore here, […]

One of the newest and most pleasant spaces in a home can be an outdoor kitchen. Families always seem to be divided during barbecues; some cooking inside and others socializing or grilling outside. With an outdoor kitchen, families can cook together and grillers don’t have to keep going in and out of the house for […]

What is the difference between decorative furniture and auxiliary furniture? Many people aren’t sure about this, but does it really matter and what makes an item ‘occasional’ or ‘accent’? the terms aren’t really definable, but they can be explained by giving examples or describing the function of each, so both forms are used here so […]

A bed frame is central to modern or contemporary bedroom furniture designs. They provide a comfortable surface to sleep on, and that’s the practical aspect. They also make the bedroom a cozy, warm and beautiful space. The terms contemporary and modern to describe furniture design can sometimes confuse the common man. The term “modern” generally […]

I invite you to my rustic farmhouse as I share my free spirited Boho Chic Christmas decor, getting ready for the beautiful holiday season and a house full of friends and family. I love the rustic woods and eclectic finds that I combine with the Christmas decorations keeping it cheerful, magical and colorful. The Christmas […]